A slower nourishing vinyasa practise today. Remove any sense of rush in this free flowing, continuous dance of breath. Here we really check in with how the body feels at the beginning of class, compared to the end. With keen awareness feel the body shift and adjust to this quieter flow. (perfect for when you want to move but not over exert yourself!)
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreExpect a little journey around your mat, as we work deep into the hip flexors. There will be a few transitions into goddess pose and skandasana. Expect a playful yet energising practice which is warming yet soothing for the soul.
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreA steady vinyasa flow, even in pace but creative in style. Here we weave the breath into each pose, using it to anchor the mind for this 60 mins session. Drink it in and enjoy,
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreA well rounded vinyasa practise which toys with our understanding of Ego. What is really talking the lead in your practise, the ego or your innate state? Can we promote the part of us which is joyful, which is not performing in practice to the forefront of our decisions on (and off the mat). Here we work with opening the heart space in some fun yet challenging transitions. An open level class - take it easy here, its OK to do a little less today.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreLet’s discuss the self v the ego self. Can we slow down the practice in this vinyasa to watch the ego within, the part of us that overly pushes, that is impatient and does not serve the great wholeness of the human consciousness. Lets watch the interplay between these two parts with compassion and understanding - remembering that when we catch our ego, we are seeing the light of our ground of awareness, our glowing Atman.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreOne way of achieving an ‘unattached state’ where we can allow the body to surrender into a state of flow is to find direct mental focus. Patanjali called this ‘the one pointed mind' and he gives lots of methods of achieving this within his ‘Yoga Sutras’. One way is to really focus on intention. One thread to allow other thoughts to melt away. Japa - means to be repeated again and again, an internal mantra to be recited silently within the practitioner's mind during this class. Here we practise this vinyasa flow to soothe our mental state with a one pointed mind.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreThere is an arising and falling of our awareness from nature Prakriti into the deeper layers of the subtle self. Can we see the cycle unfold from manifest, from things we can touch, hear, smell, taste into un-manifest, our imagination, our dreams and back in again to physical form. Enjoy this playful yet dynamic vinyasa flow suitable for all levels.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreFind your original reason to practise in this vinyasa flow. For non personal desire, notice the selfless qualities of practise, how coming back to yourself, is really a way to connect with the world around you. Here we move from the front to the back of our mats. We play with inversions, arm balances as well as lateral stretches and rich hip stretches for an all body awakening.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreCan we move our awareness inside? What really happens when we rebound our intelligence from the outside in. Here we find our focus in this joyful and playful vinyasa flow, working into several binds, side planks, twists and forearm balances.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreConnect with your innate sense of ease with this steady vinyasa practice. Can we notice a sense of wanting more and more on our mats? How day to day consumerism is perhaps seeping into our practise? Here we drive our senses against the grain. Moving slower, with a long warm-up to open the shoulders, wrists, elbows, hips, feet and ankles. Then find space in a bound reverse warrior, shivas twists and some fun transitions into ardha chandrasana (half moon pose).
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreA light and playful vinyasa flow working into some unusual variations of reverse warrior and dekasana (W3). Starting with a heart opening lunges, followed by spring hops from malasana and a strong yet light vinyasa to work into our legs and core abdominals. Prepare the get into the shoulders as we approach funky forearm stand and a short seated flow to round off the practise.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreLearn to approach every pose, every breath, thought, word with love as we sink into this Anahata practise. A strong yet mindful vinyasa flow which floats from standing to seated, embraced in affection and understanding for our busy, ruminating minds. The principles of your practice are accessible and designed to guide you towards right action. Enjoy an all around flow of standing poses like warrior 3 for asymmetrical balance, locust pose for back strengthening, half moon for side opening and warrior flows for strength and patience. Walk away with a new perspective after this nourishing and dance like flow.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreHere we relay on the anchor of breath to ground this nourishing and creative vinyasa flow. This vinyasa looks into a little bit of everything from back bends, twists and lots and lots of standing splits! The peak pose is a deceivingly ‘simple’ toppling tree and bird of paradise. (A favourite if the hamstrings are steady and strong.) Enjoy moving to the front to the back of the mat in this mandala inspired, uncomplicated flow. A great choice if your hamstrings need a little love!
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreAre minds are so busy! Can we really control it all? Here we ask the question, is it true? Do be believe each thought? Maybe we need to stop trying so hard to control the world around us and instead ask the question - can I be absolutely sure these thoughts are worthy and correct? Definitely a practise to ponder. Here we move through an array of strong standing poses - reflecting some rocket and ashtanga style vinyasa flow. Readings/thoughts taken from ‘A Mind at Home with Itself’ by Byron Katie.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreA floaty vinyasa focusing on the throat chakra - vishuddha. Here we active this chakra (spinning wheel of energy) by directing the breath towards it. Communication is the key to creating change, our practice can help us tap into our voice. This class is designed to create space for you to seek calm and clarity with the movements of the body. Enjoy this playful vinyasa - it includes variations to jump and fly as well as to rest and digest.
Here we learn how to access the fifth chakra.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 1 block optional
Read MoreWake up the nervous system with this power yoga flow, full of heart openers and fluid lines. Here we anchor through the feet but move the upper body through an array of back bends and deep forwards folds. This playful vinyasa looks as the natural curvature of the spinal column, how this helps the body maintain its strength whilst maintaining grace and lightness.
Levels 2-3
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreA creative heart opening sequence, working through some beautiful words from The Living Gita about finding inner peace. These words are so powerful as it reminds us not to try so hard, not to complicate our practise or time off the mat. We are all riding the waves of nature, the ebb and flow of life but through it all can we sink into source and rest in the quiet joy within. Stay open and perceptive to your inner flow - its a new one, full of some of my absolute favourites.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 1 block optional
Read MoreThis is a physical, power yoga flow. Here we get into the bodies ability to reach strongly from centre outwards. Enjoy twists and turns as we move through some strong binds and an eagle variation of W3. Be prepared to jump and invert, lots of funky options to get your bloody pumping.
Levels 2-3
Props: 2 blocks optional
Read MoreLet’s sit back and observe more, do less and let the mind sink towards its witness state. Words taken from The Living Gita, to help the body remember a softening, a way of moving with just enough effort and to feel into present moments with tenderness and joy. Here we more through an assortment of twists and binds, used to awaken the core abdominals and back chain. Enjoy a creative twist through high lunge and vashistasana, as well as a funky variation through dolphin & pincha.
Vinyasa Flow
Levels 1-2
Props: 1 block optional
Read MoreHow can we stay calm in a dynamic practise, remain focused, present, yet light and grounded. There are a multitude of elements which create ‘a balanced practise’; Feel the space sink into density against the solid form of matter (bone, tissue) reach up into lightness. This is a strong vinyasa practise, working through the front abdominal muscles in an array of side planks and fun transitions from wild thing to warrior 1. Enjoy this physical practise but keep reminding the mind to stay steady and focused. Take your time, rest when you need to.
Levels 2-3
Props: 2 blocks optional
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