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WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Building Connection

So much of todays yoga is focused on asana - on how we look from the outside. But this practice is all about our felt sense of the body. Building the connection between breath and movement. After-all this is what yoga means - to yoke. To combine the body with the breath, the heart with the head, to find the great connection between us and the earth we live on. Expect some variations on the more traditional high lunge and fallen star. A playful practice with a peppering of philosophy ;)

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Level 2

Code: ILYW035
Props: NA

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterJune 12, 2023WATERComment

WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Lets Rise

Feel into a lift of energy as we creep into spring time. Enjoy this typical water vinyasa as we layer one sequence onto the next. As we allow the state of flow to take over, can we get out of our heads and into our bodies? A practice that has it all, a energising mix of ardha chandrasana (half moons), Utkata Konasana (goddess squat) and Vashistasana (side plank). Prepare to be softly awakened in this continuous flow.

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Level 2

Code: ILYW033
Props: 2 blocks optional

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterMarch 17, 2023WATERComment

SUN • VINYASA

SUN • VINYASA

Stay Open

A fluid vinyasa which will challenge our sense of security when we feel into unknown territory. How can we remain calm, full and open to the road ahead? Use this class to explore opening both with a sense of inner steadiness and a sense of the effortless support around us. We’ll explore a little heart opening & some fun challenges along the way.
A great class for tight quads!

Level 2
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Code: ILYS046
Props: 1 block and 1 strap
8th Dec ‘22

SUN, vinyasa, Level: 2, 45 minsIsabel LankesterDecember 8, 2022SUN

AIR • VINYASA

AIR • VINYASA

Air Goddess Lakshmi

Invoke Lakshmi's divine qualities of lusciousness, in this heart-opening flow that's full of wide stretches and backbends in an effort to awaken our innate sense of completeness.
Let’s lean into love and trust as we turn towards our goals, inner belief and capacity within to feel FULL. This fluid sequence will take you through side bends, shoulder rotations, a variety of high lunges and supported twists. Here we invite a feeling of spaciousness and receptivity. You'll come down to the mat for supported dhanurasana and bridge, then finish with a nice twist and savasana.
This is a gentle vinyasa practice suitable for ALL LEVELS.

Level 1

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Code: ILYA019
Props: 2 block optional
12th Jul ‘22

Vinyasa, AIR, Back Bending, 45 minsIsabel LankesterJuly 12, 2022AIRComment

WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Water Goddess Saraswati

The second part of your mini goddess series, here we flow through a steady sequence which is dedicated to Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, wisdom, art, and learning. Move through a standing series, then seated twists, while exploring concepts of deep belief; to find dharma, focus, and perseverance. We shall really sink into the story of this magical goddess as we move, turn and flow with her feminine energies.

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Level 1

Code: ILYW028
Props: 2 blocks optional
7th June ‘22

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterJune 7, 2022WATERComment

SUN • VINYASA

SUN • VINYASA

Fire Goddess Durga

One of three vinyasa classes in our Goddess series devoted to the Divine Feminine, an energy that taps into our deepest sense of intuition, maternal instincts and sensuality. This nourishing flow is dedicated to Durga, the goddess of power and strength. Although placed within the sun series, this is a steady practice, focusing on the mental fire of this divine goddess. Prepare to delve into an array of hip openers and movements which represent Durga’s ability to ‘cut through the egos cord’!

Suitable for ALL Levels.

Level 1-2
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Code: ILYS041
Props: 2 blocks optional
17th May ‘22

SUN, vinyasa, Level: 1, Level: 2, 45 minsIsabel LankesterMay 17, 2022SUN

MOON • PREGNANCY

MOON • PREGNANCY

Free Flowing Mama

Enjoy this fluid vinyasa to stretch open your side waist and gently release your hip flexors. Ideal for yogis with an established practice who are in the 2nd-3rd trimester of pregnancy. Tap into your ability to expand from centre through this flow which includes some deep low lunges, fluid movement of the upper limbs to open up the back and side body with some nourishing seated poses to finish. Each asana comes with an essence of support and structure, helping mummy feel grounded and rested.

Please note although this is a pregnancy practice, it’s also the perfect way to unwind from a busy day if you want some movement but nothing too energetic! Your all welcome to give this a go.

Level 1.

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Code; ILYM043
Props: 2 blocks
25th March ‘22

MOON, Yin, 45 mins, PregnancyIsabel LankesterMarch 25, 2022MOONComment

SUN • VINYASA

SUN • VINYASA

Flying Lift

Start with quiet contemplation. Practice upward abdominal lock (uddiyana bandha) as a way of cultivating core strength! Can we experience this through the transitions from down dog to stepping forward? Enjoy lots of hip and hamstring balances, as we migrate from the front to the back of the mat. Accessing your deep-internal center (aka your core) in a sometimes subtle and sometimes not subtle way. You will do a well-rounded practice, while awakening and connecting deep sensations in your body.

Level 2
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Code: ILYS037
Props: 2 blocks optional
16th Feb ‘21

SUN, vinyasa, Level: 2, 60 mins, 45 minsIsabel LankesterFebruary 16, 2022SUN

WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Sweet

A LIVE RECORDING.

A juicy water vinyasa which leans into our inherent beauty. The divine sweetness that we see around is indeed within the roots of the body. Can we begin to feel into these similarities. Allow a sense of trust as we try a little less in this simple vinyasa flow. Here we learn to let go and expand. Let’s radiate from centre into our 5 limbs (arms, legs and head) - mimicking expansive light of beauty and innate wholeness which we are born with. This is a practice you can relax into. Expect some repeated sequences moving from some strong holds into seated stretches.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Level 1

Code: ILYW026
Props: 2 blocks optional
22nd Dec ‘21

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterDecember 22, 2021WATERComment

MOON • SLOW FLOW

MOON • SLOW FLOW

One Pointed Mind

A slow, meditative flow which contemplates Dhāraṇā and pratyahara; the minds ability to pour our awareness inwards to a central focal point. Patanjali wrote that this is a way of finding the one pointed mind. Nothing in this world can be archived when the mind is busy digesting multiple stimuli. So let’s use this practice to investigate the senses. What sense organ is dominant today, the eyes? The ears? How can we close off our external environment to learn from the internal vibrations? This is a gentle vinyasa practice, simple yet heart opening and fluid. Take your time and drink in this precious moment in time.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYM034
Props: 1 strap optional
17th Nov 2020

MOON, Slow Flow, 45 minsIsabel LankesterNovember 17, 2021MOONComment

WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Soothing Waters

A gentle, uncomplicated vinyasa flow where we shall move continuously. Starting the practice with some deep hip-openers from the front to the back of the mat, towards a more tradition vinyasa throughout the middle. Learn to engage your adductors as well as your abductors in this slow yet warming flow. Here we release tension in the outer hips and promote self-care. A lovely practise to pair with the STUDIO TALK - ‘VIVEKA”.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Level 1-2

Code: ILYW024
Props: 2 blocks optional
11th Nov ‘21

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterNovember 11, 2021WATERComment

MOON • SLOW FLOW

MOON • SLOW FLOW

Embrace

A cool slow flow practise to feel completely embraced. If you’re yearning for a physical adjust this juicy and loving moon flow if for you. Let’s remind the mind that even when we are practicing alone we are never in fact so; every part of the atmosphere is with us, we are connected to the great state of flow. We are always embraced by her touch.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYM031
Props: 1 strap (is essential) + a bolster and a few blankets optional
9th Oct 2020

MOON, Slow Flow, 45 minsIsabel LankesterOctober 9, 2021MOONComment

MOON • SLOW FLOW

MOON • SLOW FLOW

Circles

We live within patterns, made up of spirals upon spirals, circles within circles - here is a gentle moon flow to celebrate the physical form in all its beauty and originality. We start practise with a short standing sequence to prepare the body for a spiraling seated flow. Prepare to turn in all directions in this creative hip and heart dance around the mat!

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Code: ILYM029
Props: 2 blocks
16th July 2020

MOON, Slow Flow, 45 minsIsabel LankesterJuly 16, 2021MOONComment

MOON • YIN

MOON • YIN

Attachments

Take a brief break to stop the monkey mind in its tracks. Here we sink into the present moment, relieving stress by nourishing the water element and kidneys. You'll practice long holds, in order to ease stress and tension of the attachment, ego mind. A great practice anytime you need to relax, recharge and soak into source.

Level 1

For best results play Spotify on a separate device.

Code; ILYM024
Props: 1 block + 1 blanket
31st March ‘21

MOON, 45 mins, YinIsabel LankesterMarch 31, 2021MOONComment

WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Setting Resonance

Soak in this simple and stretchy, creative flow, as you meander from the front to the back of the mat. Experientially visualise the body as a bell - ‘ its intelligence hums as the energies of the whole to which it belongs course through it’ - Philip Shepard. A bell can only resonate when there is space within and surrounding it - so how can we lean into this expansion? Can we use practise to release tension and holding patterns that choke space within? Can we notice forgotten areas and dilate intelligence to make space? This is a yummy flow for all levels, includes a cheeky handstand, some funky variations into side plank and strengthening options via Trikonasana and Warrior 3. A little bit of everything.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYW013
Props: 2 x blocks optional
15th Feb ‘21

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterFebruary 15, 2021WATERComment

WATER • VINYASA

WATER • VINYASA

Body of Water

Our bodies are made up of 70% water, we are buoyant beings sitting in between the earth and sky above. This challenging class plays with all 4 elements in a bid to show just how asymmetrical, light (and sometimes messy) we really are! A fun practise looking at strong postures such as vashistasana, galavasana and bakasana. Find deep hip openers, arm balances and hamstring stretches as you move from standing poses, to seated poses around the mat within the same sequence.
Here we disrupt the status quo of directionality, delving into creative movements to find inner stability.
Suitable for strong and explorative practitioners.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYW012
Props: 2 x blocks optional
20th Jan 2021

Vinyasa, WATER, 45 minsIsabel LankesterJanuary 20, 2021WATERComment

MOON • SLOW FLOW

MOON • SLOW FLOW

Bolster Love

Find a time to nestle up to your bolster. As we move throughout our day, we may have a tendency to brace ourselves against the grain. Allow yourself to experience an internal ease and sense of experimental wonderment in a yin like sequence which is full of twists and gentle supported back bends.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYM013
Props: 1 bolster
22nd Dec 2020

MOON, 45 mins, Slow FlowIsabel LankesterDecember 22, 2020MOONComment

WATER • Dubai Part 2

WATER • Dubai Part 2

Expression

2/4 part series filmed in Dubai moving into ability to express our feelings. How can our hidden emotions be channeled into the language of physical movements? From bouncing, flying, gliding to swinging, hanging and opening. We have become experts at keeping it all in, but how can we just let it out on our mat? Here is an opportunity to flow with an open mind, where the outside can truly mirror our inner voice. Expect a strong standing sequence with a short guided meditation to finish.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYW010
Props: Blocks Optional
10th Nov 2020

Vinyasa, 45 mins, WATERIsabel LankesterNovember 10, 2020WATERComment

MOON • Dubai Part 1

MOON • Dubai Part 1

Resilience

1/4 part series filmed in Dubai starting with this grounding moon practice, to firstly acknowledge any resistance you might be feeling. Look at how the breath, limbs and fibers of our skin eco a strength and ability to re-calibrate, finding natures balance. Can these physical movements be mimicked in our thoughts? This is a mandala style flow, starting in standing, steady and nourishing, concluded with a short guided meditation.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYM012
Props: Blocks Optional
3rd Nov 2020

MOON, Vinyasa, 45 minsIsabel LankesterNovember 3, 2020MOONComment

MOON • VINYASA

MOON • VINYASA

Straight(ish)

An uncomplicated vinyasa, slow, considered with no chaturangas. The focus is moving with precision, as if floating the limbs through liquid honey. A great class to not only lengthen your hamstrings but to find extra support from the upper body - shoulders, arms and hands. If you don’t have 2 blocks at home - 2 thick books of a similar size will do, these will act as your arm extenders. This flow is great if your short of time but want to stretch your legs and strengthen your tummy muscles.

For best results play the Spotify list on a separate device.

Code: ILYSM008
Props: 2 blocks
30th Aug 2020

MOON, 45 mins, Slow FlowIsabel LankesterAugust 30, 2020MOONComment