COMMUNITY FAVOURITES
PILATES CHALLENGES
VINYASA FLOW SESSIONS
The work in and out
Level: Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks
Pace: Hare
A dynamic yet steady yoga practice designed with a flowing cardio approach.
Level: Beginner/Easy Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks and 1 x Yoga block
Pace: Fast Dog/Hare
A dynamic yoga practice is a healthy way burn energy, develop muscle tone and boost overall fitness, however the yoga practice offers much more than this in terms of weight loss. The yoga practice is ultimately designed to change your mindset to a balanced and healthy one. Studies show that yoga may aid in emotional eating, negative thought patterns and balancing hormones. Although physical practices affect change in the physical body, the way we look also comes down to our thought patterns and lifestyle. Yoga assists in helping you to become more mindful of your thoughts so you can eliminate unhealthy thoughts and replace them with balanced and healthy choices. This takes time so be patient, the tortoise wins the race.
A flow to practice your balance and tone your body.
Levels: Confident Beginner to Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks
Pace: Fast dog/Hare
Balancing trains us to activate the small and large muscles through the feet and around the ankles. It’s great for stability and injury prevention around the foot.
Start your day in a positive way. Exercising is the morning boosts your energy and sets the tone for a healthy day.
Start your day in a positive way. Exercising is the morning boosts your energy and sets the tone for a healthy day.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Level: Beginner to easy Intermediate
Pace: Hare
When you exercise, the heart and lungs receive oxygen and nutrients as well as exercising the muscles of the heart and lungs, in turn improving endurance and stamina. This is a whole body workout out designed to leave you feeling energised and focused for the day ahead.
Flowing repetitive movement to stretch the body and focus the mind
Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None
Pace: Dog/Hare
A class for an all round stretch and strengthen.
Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks and 1 x Pilates band (circular resistance band)
Pace: Hare
One of the main benefits yoga provides is core stability. Core stability is the ability of the core to maintain stability. The core is the many interconnected muscles that mainly support the pelvis (hips), lower back and torso (and more).
Having good core stability is great because it improves your posture, balance, ease of movement, injury prevention and can even help with pain management.
Dynamic yoga (also known as vinyasa yoga) incorporates movements and poses that activate and strengthen the muscles involved in the core. Moving in a bilateral way and through unusual pathways of movement uses combinations of muscles that may not be used in everyday movements, giving an all rounded strengthening affect to the core.
A creative flow around the mat opening the hips, shoulder and back.
Level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate
Equipment: Yoga bricks (optional)
Pace: Hare
A class focusing on stretching the glutes and strengthening the arms and core.
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Dog/Slow Hare
An intermediate dynamic yoga flow incorporating sun salutations, balancing, seated stretching and back bending. We will practice deep balancing hip openers such as standing revolved twist.
Level: Confident Intermediate/Advanced
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks, 1 x Yoga strap
Pace: Fast Dog/Hare
In this class we explore bird of paradise and standing revolved twist.
In sanskrit, Bird of Paradise is known as Svarga Dvijasana. Dvija means “twice born” and Svarga means “paradise” or “heaven.” This pose is intended to open you to the experience of bliss and restoration as you echo the shape of the beautiful flower “Bird of Paradise”.
Balance, stretch and strengthen
Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None (2 x Bricks optional - I would recommend for beginners and anyone tighter in the hamstrings)
Pace: Hare
A vinyasa flow including strengthening and hip stretching
Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None (2 x Bricks optional - I would recommend for beginners and anyone tighter in the hamstrings)
Pace: Hare
COURSES AND CHALLENGES
SCULPT BY BODY PART
DYNAMIC YOGA COURSES
STRETCH BY BODY PART
SPEEDY SHORTER SESSIONS
Take a moment to pause and center
Level: Beginner
Equipment: 2 x Bricks (optional)
Pace: Tortoise
Prepare your mind and body for the day with flowing sun salutations
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None
Pace: Dog
Prepare to increase your heart rate and tone from head to toe
Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: Ankle weights (1lb) optional
Pace: Hare
In this session we practice allowing thoughts to come and go and learn why it’s valuable to become the observer.
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit (in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room). Cushions, blankets and yoga bricks can be used.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
In this session we learn to check in on the body. Creating awareness of how we feel can be a helpful tool for self-care.
It’s best to complete this session in the morning.
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit. You may sit in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room. Feel free to use cushions, blankets and yoga bricks.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
In this session we look at breath. The breath is a great source we can use to anchor our mind.
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit. You may sit in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room. Feel free to use cushions, blankets and yoga bricks.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
Five minutes peace just for you. Anytime and anywhere.
Slow down to allow some time just for you. Sometimes all we have is 5 minutes but it’s still enough time just to be and give yourself permission to focus on you.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. Feel free to use a chair, cushions, blankets or a wall.
Pace: Starfish
SOUND HEALING SESSIONS
Create space to allow your intuition to shine through.
Sound Healing is an ancient technique in which instruments and voice are used to realign the body physically and energetically. Any sound is vibration; just as some sounds can lead us to feel stressed or uncomfortable, other sounds can induce us into feel relaxed and at ease.
Crystal bowls, made from quartz crystal, create pure and healing sounds that emit healing frequencies.
You can expect to be laying down throughout the session, cosied up in a blanket with a whilst the magic happens. We will begin with a relaxing breathing exercise and meditation to assist in transitioning the nervous system into a relaxed state, followed by the playing of the bowls.
As we are made up of vibration, it’s the vibration of the bowls resonating with the body that creates shift so all you need to do is turn up and give yourself permission to relax.
In a fasted paced World, this practice gives space for self-healing. When we create space for ourselves, we have some of our best realisations, let go of what no longer serves us and most importantly reconnect to ourselves to be our best and truest versions of who we were born to be.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
Sound Healing with Crystal Bowls to create space for self-healing through vibration.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
Extended Sound Healing with Crystal Bowls
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
40 Minutes of relaxation and reflection with the soothing sounds of crystal bowls and koshi chimes
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
BASIC STRETCHING COURSES
BASIC STRETCHING SESSIONS
Basic stretches for the neck, shoulders and upper back to relieve tension
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None (2 x Bricks optional or chair instead)
Pace: Tortoise
10 minutes stretching to loosen the hips.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None
Pace: Tortoise
This video shows simple stretching for anyone to release tension in the hips and in turn help the lower back.
Things you will need:
No props needed
When stretching we prioritise stretching the large muscle groups but you will see even more benefit when you venture into the smaller muscles.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Wall, Chair and 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Fast tortoise
In this video we stretch some larger and accessory muscles used when running, cycling and walking as well as other sports.
The calves, shins and small muscles of the feet are some of the main muscles used when running. Depending on your running style these muscles may be used more or less, but regardless, these are important to stretch and release to avoid injury and increase range of motion. Many runners find that stretching on a regular basis also leads to increased performance.
A basic stretch for the full body. We move from one static stretch to the next in a systematic order.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks
Pace: Fast tortoise
When areas of the body get stiff it’s important to stretch all the way round those areas. In this class, we stretch in a systematic order to release tension in the larger and smaller muscle groups.
Basic stretching to relieve tension and stiffness in the neck and shoulders.
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: Fast tortoise
Simple and straight forward stretching for all levels focused on the hips.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Fast tortoise
30 Minute stretching from head to toe for all abilities. A great session to repeat 3-5 times weekly to improve your flexibility and posture.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks and 1 x Strap
Most of us have one side that is stronger or more flexible than the other. It’s very rare to find someone who is completely equal. These differences in right and left, front and back and so on, are known as muscle imbalances, which often cause bad posture.
Both stretching and strengthening of stretching specific muscle groups can reduce musculoskeletal pain and improve your alignment. Alignment means bringing the body into correct positioning, which allows for efficient and correct functioning.
Release deeply held tension surrounding the head, neck and shoulders.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 1 x strap or towel
The shoulder joint is a ball and socket joint. This means it has one of the widest ranges of motion in the body. In this video we stretch the shoulders at different angles to release tension throughout the joint. The neck is comprised of multiple muscles we can relax through self-massage, stretching and breathing.
Stretch the major muscles groups of the body in 15 minutes.
Level: Beginner to easy intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks
Pace: Tortoise/Slow dog
Studies show that stretching regularly may improve your circulation. Having good circulation is important because it means there is more blood flow to the muscles. When muscles have increased blood flow, recovery can be shorter, both in time and muscle soreness (DOMS).
Stretching for all muscles surrounding the back, big and small.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 1 x Strap/towel and 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Tortoise
In this video we stretch the back and surrounding muscles including the glutes and quadriceps to release tension and invite ease. The back is known to energetically hold our fears and tension. Just as our mind can affect our body, our body can affect our mind. Completely release with this 20 minute video.
Sitting in chairs all day can cause our lower back to become tired and stiff. Increase blood supply and remove toxins with just 10 minutes stretching.
Some of the main muscles used to support our back are working all the time, making small adjustments to keep us safe and happy. Just like us, they can get tired and need some nurturing. In this video we increase circulation to the muscles surrounding the back.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 1 x Strap or towel
Pace: Tortoise
For anyone feeling stiff! This one’s for you.
Level: All levels
Equipment needed: A low surface e.g. a chair or sofa and a wall
Pace: Tortoise/Slow dog
MEDITATION COURSES
MEDITATION SESSIONS
In this session we look at the nature of the mind, how it fluctuates and how to manage this fluctuation.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
The yoga teaching we look at in this session is
‘yogas citta vritti nirodha’ 2:1 Patajali’s Yoga Sutras
The “citta vrittis” are the fluctuating states of the mind and “nirodha” means the ceasing of these fluctuations. Through the practice of yoga, you become an observer of your mind, able to watch the mind moves through fluctuations. From this perspective, you can take action from a place of awareness. In other words, you acquire the tools to be in control of your actions and reactions. You can make decisions from a centered place, rather than being coloured by your current emotions and reactions.
Set an intention for your new year!
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
In this session we look at breath. The breath is a great source we can use to anchor our mind.
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit. You may sit in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room. Feel free to use cushions, blankets and yoga bricks.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
In this session we practice allowing thoughts to come and go and learn why it’s valuable to become the observer.
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit (in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room). Cushions, blankets and yoga bricks can be used.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
Create space to allow your intuition to shine through.
Sound Healing is an ancient technique in which instruments and voice are used to realign the body physically and energetically. Any sound is vibration; just as some sounds can lead us to feel stressed or uncomfortable, other sounds can induce us into feel relaxed and at ease.
Crystal bowls, made from quartz crystal, create pure and healing sounds that emit healing frequencies.
You can expect to be laying down throughout the session, cosied up in a blanket with a whilst the magic happens. We will begin with a relaxing breathing exercise and meditation to assist in transitioning the nervous system into a relaxed state, followed by the playing of the bowls.
As we are made up of vibration, it’s the vibration of the bowls resonating with the body that creates shift so all you need to do is turn up and give yourself permission to relax.
In a fasted paced World, this practice gives space for self-healing. When we create space for ourselves, we have some of our best realisations, let go of what no longer serves us and most importantly reconnect to ourselves to be our best and truest versions of who we were born to be.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
Take some time for you to relax and let go of what no longer serves. An ideal class to help you relax before heading to bed.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Cushion(s), blanket, a wall, a chair or bed. Prepare yourself in a comfortable seated or laying position. Feel free to sit with your back against a wall or in a chair when sitting.
Pace: Starfish
Also known as ”the body scan”, this technique has shown to be one of the most effective ways to relax both the body and mind. Designed to focus your awareness on the body, assisting you drift into a state of calm.
A meditation to connect to your heart and deepest truths
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit (in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room). Cushions, blankets and yoga bricks can be used.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today is a gift... that's why they call it present” ― Master Oogway. Kung Fu Panda
Level: Intermediate
Equipment: Cushion(s), a blanket, a wall or a chair. Prepare yourself in a comfortable seated or laying position. Feel free to sit with your back against a wall or in a chair when sitting.
Pace: Starfish
A poem by Danna Faulds
”Just for now,
Without asking how,
Let yourself sink into stillness.
Just for now, lay down the weight
You so patiently bear upon your shoulders.
Feel the earth receive you,
And the infinite expanse of the sky grow even wider,
As your awareness reaches up to meet it.
Just for now,
Allow a wave of breath to enliven your experience.
Breathe out whatever blocks you from the truth.
Just for now,
Be boundless, free,
With awakened energy tingling in your hands and feet.
Drink in the possibility,
Of being who and what you really are,
So fully alive that the world looks different,
Newly born and vibrant,
Just for now.”
40 Minutes of relaxation and reflection with the soothing sounds of crystal bowls and koshi chimes
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
Restore your energetic balance in 35 minutes. Self-healing through intention and the vibration of sound.
Parts of this session are contraindicated during pregnancy and for health conditions, especially involving the respiratory system.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
Sound Healing with Crystal Bowls to create space for self-healing through vibration.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
Feel better in yourself and improve your relationships with others through releasing judgement.
Level: Intermediate to advanced
Equipment: Cushion(s), wall, sofa, bed. Prepare yourself in a comfortable seated or laying position.
Pace: Starfish
Judgement is a low vibration, which means it can block our happiness, growth, inner peace and connection to others. In this meditation you will learn how to release judgement of yourself and others, in the process lifting your vibration to a feel good state.
DAILY AFFIRMATIONS
Final day of morning affirmations to finish your week!
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
Start your day with a growth mindset
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
Day 5 of Morning Affirmations! Create a positive mindset for a positive day.
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
Start your day in a purposeful and meaningful way with an affirmation
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
Day 2 of Affirmations! A positive way to begin your day.
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
Choose from 5 Affirmations to start your day!
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
The final day of Evening Affirmations!
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
Take a moment to reflect on your day before bed
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
End your day with inner reflection and transformation
Level: All levels
Equipment: None
Pace: N/A
20 MINUTE SESSIONS
Strength drills and technique overview of Crow Pose
Level: All levels
Equipment: 2 x Bricks optional and 1 x Cushion
Pace: Dog
Did you know that the hip and the back can affect each other? When one of these areas are tight, it can affect the other.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Pace: Starfish/Slow tortoise
In this class we stretch the hips and back, along with some other accessory muscles. hold the poses for longer periods of time to allow for a deeper stretching and release of the muscles.
What is Chaturanga Dandasana and how do I do it?
Level: Helpful for all levels, designed for beginners
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks
Pace: Dog
Learn how to move into and through Chaturanga Dandasana (Four Limbed Staff Pose).
This position is the foundation for many other poses in the practice. As well as building a good foundation, maintaining correct form in this position will prevent injury and strengthen the correct areas to progress to further poses if you wish.
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today is a gift... that's why they call it present” ― Master Oogway. Kung Fu Panda
Level: Intermediate
Equipment: Cushion(s), a blanket, a wall or a chair. Prepare yourself in a comfortable seated or laying position. Feel free to sit with your back against a wall or in a chair when sitting.
Pace: Starfish
A poem by Danna Faulds
”Just for now,
Without asking how,
Let yourself sink into stillness.
Just for now, lay down the weight
You so patiently bear upon your shoulders.
Feel the earth receive you,
And the infinite expanse of the sky grow even wider,
As your awareness reaches up to meet it.
Just for now,
Allow a wave of breath to enliven your experience.
Breathe out whatever blocks you from the truth.
Just for now,
Be boundless, free,
With awakened energy tingling in your hands and feet.
Drink in the possibility,
Of being who and what you really are,
So fully alive that the world looks different,
Newly born and vibrant,
Just for now.”
Sculpt your arms and upper body with this 25 minute arm workout.
Level: Confident beginner to Intermediate
Equipment: Magic Circle (can be done without)
Pace: Dog/Slow Hare
Basic stretches for the neck, shoulders and upper back to relieve tension
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None (2 x Bricks optional or chair instead)
Pace: Tortoise
A dynamic yet steady yoga practice designed with a flowing cardio approach.
Level: Beginner/Easy Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks and 1 x Yoga block
Pace: Fast Dog/Hare
A dynamic yoga practice is a healthy way burn energy, develop muscle tone and boost overall fitness, however the yoga practice offers much more than this in terms of weight loss. The yoga practice is ultimately designed to change your mindset to a balanced and healthy one. Studies show that yoga may aid in emotional eating, negative thought patterns and balancing hormones. Although physical practices affect change in the physical body, the way we look also comes down to our thought patterns and lifestyle. Yoga assists in helping you to become more mindful of your thoughts so you can eliminate unhealthy thoughts and replace them with balanced and healthy choices. This takes time so be patient, the tortoise wins the race.
Tone every muscle throughout your body
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Equipment: Optional stretch band
Pace: Hare
Flowing repetitive movement to stretch the body and focus the mind
Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: None
Pace: Dog/Hare
A slow leg burn that energises and revitalises you!
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: Optional pilates ball and magic circle
Pace: Dog
A meditation to connect to your heart and deepest truths
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit (in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room). Cushions, blankets and yoga bricks can be used.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
A combination or standing and floor work
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Equipment: Ankle weights (1lb) optional
Pace: Hare
Stretches held for 1-3 minutes designed to improve the natural flow of the digestive system.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Wall and 2 x Cushions. Optional: 2 x Yoga Bricks and 1 x Yoga Block
Pace: Starfish/Tortoise
A technique to facilitate mindful breathing.
This technique was originally designed for pregnancy but can be practiced by anyone. Circle of breath is designed to become mindful and accepting of the breath.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Find somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. If you are pregnant and would like to lay down, laying on the left side is recommended. Use cushions to make yourself comfortable; either sitting on the cushions or if laying, the cushions work well between the knees.thighs and underneath the head. Feel free to use blankets too. If sitting feel free with your back against the wall for further support or in a chair.
A meditation to balance the 7 main chakras of the energetic body. Did you know that our energetic system is intwined with our physical body and they can affect one another.
Level: Intermediate
Equipment: Cushion(s), a blanket, a wall or a chair. Prepare yourself in a comfortable seated or laying position. Feel free to sit with your back against a wall or in a chair when sitting.
Pace: Starfish
A morning yoga practice looking at the practice of contentment, also known as Santosha in yoga.
Contentment can be mean many different things at different points in your yoga journey. Contentment means accepting and appreciating what we have and who we are already. It’s being at peace and happy with where we have come to in the present moment. Contentment also means maintaining inner peace even when outside circumstances change or do not go to plan.
Levels: Beginner to easy intermediate
Equipment: 1 cushion or yoga block
Pace: Fast Tortoise/Dog
BEGINNER SESSIONS
In this session we look at breath. The breath is a great source we can use to anchor our mind.
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit. You may sit in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room. Feel free to use cushions, blankets and yoga bricks.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
Level: Complete Beginner
Equipment: A comfortable place to sit. Feel free to sit on a cushion/yoga brick, in a chair or with a wall behind your back.
Pace: Starfish
Learn the correct alignment of the back and engagement of the core.
Level: Complete Beginner
Equipment: None
Pace: Dog
A meditation in learning to visualise the breath when thoughts arise
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit (in a chair, with a wall behind you or in the center of the room). Cushions, blankets and yoga bricks can be used.
Level: Beginner
Pace: Starfish
BREATHWORK SESSIONS
Five minutes peace just for you. Anytime and anywhere.
Slow down to allow some time just for you. Sometimes all we have is 5 minutes but it’s still enough time just to be and give yourself permission to focus on you.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. Feel free to use a chair, cushions, blankets or a wall.
Pace: Starfish
Diaphragmatic breathing calms the nervous system and balances hormones. Feel at ease in just 15 minutes through this powerful breathing technique.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 2 x Cushions (one for under the knees and one for under the head if laying) and 1 x Blanket
Pace: Strarfish
Studies show that diaphragmatic breathing is one of the most effective ways to calm the nervous system. When your nervous system moves into a relaxed state, lowering your stress hormones, adrenaline and cortisol.
Restore the mind and body in 10 minutes with a combination of breathing exercises encouraging the body to breath deeper and more efficiently.
A powerful combination of alternate nostril breathing and diaphragmatic breathing to allow you to expand into a greater state of consciousness and calm.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. Feel free to use a chair, cushions, blankets or a wall.
Pace: Starfish
Extended Sound Healing with Crystal Bowls
Level: All levels
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. You may want to use cushions and blankets. Make sure you are warm as your body temperature will drop as you remain static. I recommend wearing a jumper and warm socks.
Pace: Starfish
ADVANCED SESSIONS
An experienced class to increase mobility and alignment throughout the spine.
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Equipment: 1 x Stretching band with loops and 1 x Chair
A quick cool down video for any backbending classes.
Backbending involves activating the muscles at the back of the body. It’s important to cool down and release tension in any areas engaged to prevent injury and allow you to move with ease. This short cool down class stretches the muscles recruited when backbending.
Advanced session. Killer yoga and pilates workout for the upper body and abs .
Level: Advanced
Equipment: 4 x Yoga Bricks and 1 x Towel
Pace: Hare
Strengthen your core and upper body with these drills incorporating Yoga and Pilates.
Let’s get spicy!
Level: Advanced
Equipment: Sliders
Pace: Hare
SPORTS ENHANCING COURSES
SPORTS ENHANCING SESSIONS
When stretching we prioritise stretching the large muscle groups but you will see even more benefit when you venture into the smaller muscles.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Wall, Chair and 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Fast tortoise
In this video we stretch some larger and accessory muscles used when running, cycling and walking as well as other sports.
The calves, shins and small muscles of the feet are some of the main muscles used when running. Depending on your running style these muscles may be used more or less, but regardless, these are important to stretch and release to avoid injury and increase range of motion. Many runners find that stretching on a regular basis also leads to increased performance.
A slow leg burn that energises and revitalises you!
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: Optional pilates ball and magic circle
Pace: Dog
Post cycling stretching to keep the upper back and hips supple and happy.
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Equipment: Stretchy band or strap
Pace: Fast tortoise
Create stability and support for the hips and lower back.
Level: Confident beginner to intermediate
Equipment: A Magic Circle
Pace: Fast Dog
Pilates exercises to strengthen and stabilise the areas surrounding the hip joints using the magic circle. Each exercise strengthens a different area to develop a strong working relationship between the lowers limbs and abdominals.
10 Minutes post running stretching for the main muscle groups activated whilst running.
I have been running long distance for around 16 years. An injury to my knee began my yoga journey, these are the stretches I’ve been doing since that happened 13 years ago and no injuries since (so far!) I hope this video helps you too.
Equipment: 1 x Cushion, 1 x Strap and 2 x Yoga bricks
Level: Confident beginner to advanced
Pace: Tortoise/Dog
A dynamic yoga class to release every day stiffness and tension throughout the lower back from sitting in cars and a at desks.
Level: Confident beginner and Intermediate
Equipment: 1 x Cushion and 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Dog/Hare
A short workout to strengthen the connection between the muscles in the back, hips and legs; also known as the posterior chain.
The intention behind strengthening the posterior chain is to produce more strength and speed and thus improve physical performance.
According to some osteopaths, the Posterior Chain is also important in the stability of your knee, hips and spine. Therefore, if these muscles are strong, it may result in a decreased risk of both sporting and general injury.
Level: Confident beginner to intermediate
Equipment: Resistance band, long rather than circular (optional)
Pace: Dog
A traditional practice including sun salutations, standing and seated stretches
A full body stretch in the traditional yoga format.
Level: Intermediate
Equipment: 2 x Yoga Bricks
Pace: Hare
DEEP STRETCHING COURSES
DEEP STRETCHING SESSIONS
Long, passive stretches for the inner thigh, glutes and quads.
Equipment: 1 x wall, 2 x yoga bricks, 1 x yoga block and 3 x cushions
Level: All levels
Pace: Starfish/Slow tortoise
Did you know that the hip and the back can affect each other? When one of these areas are tight, it can affect the other.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Pace: Starfish/Slow tortoise
In this class we stretch the hips and back, along with some other accessory muscles. hold the poses for longer periods of time to allow for a deeper stretching and release of the muscles.
A relaxed session to relieve back and hip tightness. In this class we hold passive stretches for 3 - 5 minutes.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks, 1 x Yoga block, 1 x towel OR yoga belt and 1 x bolster OR 3 x cushions
Level: Confident beginner to advanced
Pace: Tortoise
When holding poses for longer as we do in this class, it’s important to relax the body so the stretches are passive. Pushing the body too hard in a long, held stretch will result the in your muscles resisting the stretch in a effort to remain safe. When the muscles do this, you will no increase your flexibility and you may even injure yourself. Use as many props and you need and listen to your body. A great guide to know you are in a comfortable place for the body is being to breath deeply and relax. In these stretches you may well feel discomfort, however there is a difference between discomfort and pain. When you feel natural resistance from the body, in other words, that you are at your ‘edge’, be mindful of going further. Have a great class.
Deep stretching to release underlying tension from the lower back and surrounding areas. You can look forward to long, held passive stretches in seated and laying positions.
Equipment: 4 x Cushions (possibly more), 1 x Yoga bolster, 1 x strap OR towel, 2 x yoga bricks and 1 x yoga block
Level: All levels
Pace: Starfish/Slow tortoise
STRESS RELIEF AND RELAXATION COURSES
PRE AND POST NATAL SESSIONS
A beginner yoga sequence for pregnancy in the second and third trimester.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks, 1 x Yoga block and 2 x Cushions
Level: Beginner
Pace: Tortoise/Slow dog
A mellow class to release tension. Designed for your second and third trimester.
Level: Beginner to easy intermediate
Equipment: 2/3 x Cushions, 2 x Yoga bricks and 1 x Yoga block (optional)
A technique to facilitate mindful breathing.
This technique was originally designed for pregnancy but can be practiced by anyone. Circle of breath is designed to become mindful and accepting of the breath.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Find somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. If you are pregnant and would like to lay down, laying on the left side is recommended. Use cushions to make yourself comfortable; either sitting on the cushions or if laying, the cushions work well between the knees.thighs and underneath the head. Feel free to use blankets too. If sitting feel free with your back against the wall for further support or in a chair.
A breathing exercise designed to calm the nervous system and manage pain during labour.
Level: All levels
Equipment: Find somewhere comfortable to sit or lay. For pregnant practitioners, laying on the left side is recommended. Use cushions to make yourself comfortable; either sitting on the cushions or if laying, the cushions work well between the knees.thighs and underneath the head. Feel free to use blankets too. If sitting feel free with your back against the wall for further support or in a chair.
This breathing exercise inspired by Uma Dinsmore-Tuli designed to calm the mind and body through the breath. This exercise involves visualising a golden thread as you breath to encourage relaxation.
SLEEP AID COURSES
COOL DOWN SESSIONS
A relaxed session to relieve back and hip tightness. In this class we hold passive stretches for 3 - 5 minutes.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks, 1 x Yoga block, 1 x towel OR yoga belt and 1 x bolster OR 3 x cushions
Level: Confident beginner to advanced
Pace: Tortoise
When holding poses for longer as we do in this class, it’s important to relax the body so the stretches are passive. Pushing the body too hard in a long, held stretch will result the in your muscles resisting the stretch in a effort to remain safe. When the muscles do this, you will no increase your flexibility and you may even injure yourself. Use as many props and you need and listen to your body. A great guide to know you are in a comfortable place for the body is being to breath deeply and relax. In these stretches you may well feel discomfort, however there is a difference between discomfort and pain. When you feel natural resistance from the body, in other words, that you are at your ‘edge’, be mindful of going further. Have a great class.
Did you know that the hip and the back can affect each other? When one of these areas are tight, it can affect the other.
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Pace: Starfish/Slow tortoise
In this class we stretch the hips and back, along with some other accessory muscles. hold the poses for longer periods of time to allow for a deeper stretching and release of the muscles.
Simple and straight forward stretching for all levels focused on the hips.
Level: All levels
Equipment: 2 x Yoga bricks
Pace: Fast tortoise
Simple 10 minute mobilising around for the hips.
Level: Beginner to easy intermediate
Equipment: Somewhere comfortable to sit. Feel free to sit on a cushion, with your against a wall or on a chair.
Pace: Dog
Flowing fast paced flow focusing on balance and strength
Level: Confident Intermediate/Advanced
Equipment: 2 x Bricks (possibly for standing splits and sections of seated)
Pace: Hare