Gentle Yoga

Course content

To gain the skills for continued practice
To learn basic yoga poses
To learn basic yoga poses
To learn basic breathing techniques
To learn to practice mindfully / in the present moment
To learn basic meditation techniques to enhance yoga practice
To develop and enhance yoga skills
To learn basic yoga poses
To learn basic breathing techniques
To learn to practice mindfully / in the present moment
To learn basic meditation techniques to enhance yoga practice
To develop and enhance yoga skills
To gain the skills for continued practice
To learn basic yoga poses
To learn basic breathing techniques
To learn to practice mindfully / in the present moment
To learn basic meditation techniques to enhance yoga practice
To develop and enhance yoga skills
To gain the skills for continued practice

Description

This fun,safe and inclusive yoga class teaches a range of stretching and strengthening movements to rebalance and reconnect the systems of the body, mind and breath.Practice also includes breathing exercises and relaxation techniques to aid flexibility,coordination and balance. Suitable for all levels ,ages and body types. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket with you.

Course content:

Mindful gentle hatha yoga focuses on movement with breath in the present moment. Flexibility, balance and strength are improved with regular practice. Props such as yoga blocks, bricks, straps and blankets can be used to help the practice to suit the body’s make up and limitations. The class format includes initial mental arrival, warm up, main phase, cool down asanas and final relaxation to absorb the benefits and reflect on the practice. Mindful / presence awareness yoga helps reduce stress, promoting mental and physical wellbeing. THis course is suitable for beginners or people returning to yoga at all levels,ages and abilities

Requirements

No prior knowledge of yoga is required.

What do I need to do this course?

Bring a yoga mat,blanket and cushion or yoga block if you have one. Wear loose, comfortable clothing

Teaching Methods

The asanas will be demonstrated with clear instructions. Whenever needed, variations or alternative poses will be shown to suit students’ needs and progression. Individual adjustments of postures may be made for optimal alignment to gain maximum benefit with least effort.

How is your progress checked?
Teacher observation with feed back from the students.
Extra study or practice required at home.
Home practice is recommended to help remember the taught materials.

What can I do after this course?
Continuation of Yoga.