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welcome to yoga!

yoga originates from india

evidence has been found of it's practices in existence over 5000 years ago

the word yoga means union and this link is the body, the mind and the spirit

we use the body poses and breathing exercises to develop self-awareness and mental clarity

you will find many terms quoted in sanskrit, within the world of yoga

it is an ancient language, lovingly preserved by yogis all over the world

the physical exercises are called ASANAS

yoga can be a way of life for you or simply a physical practice, meditation or relaxation class. You will find that the deeper you explore yoga, the more benefits you will notice in your physical, spiritual and emotional well-being

over the beginners course, you will have a good introduction to many yogic practices no two classes will be the same

there may be some practices which you enjoy more than others

one thing is for sure though, it will never be boring!

the basic structure of a 90-minute class will look something like this but will vary according to content and timing, if necessary for the class to be effective and enjoyable:-

1. focus and spiritual awakening, kapalabhati breathing

2. warm up and stretch, sun salutations including variations with standing poses and a standing balance, breathing practices

3. further asana practice including seated/floor postures, twisting etc

4. arm balance and inversion sequence, further breath exercise

5. savansana - relaxing the physical body

6. prananyama

7. seated meditation practice

this is a brief insight into the wonderful world of yoga

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