ABOUT YOGA CLASSES

We have a variety of classes perfectly tailored for beginners or for those that have been practicing for years.

Vinyasa Flow

‘Vinyasa’ means ‘placing with awareness’. In these open-level classes, you will synchronise breath and movement as you flow through the postures and transitions.

Dynamic and open to all, these varied classes are defined by the teacher’s background and style, and may include meditation and spiritual discourse, exploration of alignment and energetics or the practice of inversions. All Vinyasa Flow classes will focus the mind, build strength and flexibility and leave you feeling energised and inspired.

Hatha Raja Vinyasa Krama

Hatha refers to the mastery of the body, Raja to the mastery of the mind. Vinyasa is the principle of synchronising movement and breath and Krama literally means steps or stages.

Hatha Raja Vinyasa Krama is the practice of mastering body and mind, synchronising breath and movement while using a wise progression into poses.

The term comes from the Sanskrit, vi, meaning “order,” Nyasa, meaning “placement," and Karma, meaning “succession.”

Vinyasa Krama goes from simple to more complex poses. It prepares progressively the body from basic poses to more advanced or complex “peak poses”.

Rather than performing each asana as an independent pose disconnected from the whole, vinyasa krama mimics the flowing energy of the universe. The mind, body, and breath are unified into a state of harmony. Vinyasa krama also uses variations of each asana to open the potential of the mind and body

Beginners Yoga

Embark on your yoga journey in a nurturing and informative environment. You will practice alongside those of similar ability so there is no need for nerves! No need to bring anything, just your bare feet, comfy and loose fitting clothing along with a willing attitude!

These classes will introduce you to the central postures of yoga, their names and correct alignment principles. You will the learn the breathing techniques while strengthening your body, increasing mobility, building your confidence and opening your mind. Expect to leave both energised and at ease in body and mind. We strongly advise new students attend Beginners classes or our 6 week Basics courses so you can learn the fundamentals of yoga in a safe atmosphere.

Yin Yoga

Enter into a deep state of relaxation and release. Melt away your worries and create space in your body, mind and life.

In this subtle yet profound practice, you will develop inner awareness and serenity as you ease into reclined or seated postures. Holding these healing and prop-supported poses for 3 minutes or more will open the thicker layers of connective tissues around the joints, unravelling areas of tension that a dynamic yoga practice can not always access. Observe your feelings without identifying with them as you move into stillness, peace and attentiveness.

Forrest Yoga

An inspiring, grounding and deeply healing yoga practice. Guided by the breath, this intelligent sequencing will build your flexibility and strength while relieving tension.

Forrest Yoga is taught at a temperature between 25-30 degrees and has a strong focus on core strength. Expect to work with postures unique to this style, breathe deep, hold the poses for that tad bit longer, release stress and truly connect to your self with compassion and interest. Suitable for those working with injuries, it is a therapeutic practice both emotionally and physically.

Power Hour

Practice first thing in the morning and start your day with a blast of energy, or burn off some steam during your lunch break. You will leave physically content and mentally nourished. An hour a day keeps the doctor away!

The Art Of Flexibility

Learn how to safely strengthen your flexibility and increase your range of motion using active and static stretches inspired by yoga, contortion and dance.

Each week we will focus on a different area of the body including the whole extension of the back, hamstrings and hips. The class will safely guide you through a series of mobility drills and prop/wall based assists which will help you improve your body awareness, strength, flexibility and alignment.

The sessions will end with creative sequencing and transitions which will be adapted to push and challenge all levels.

Slow Flow

A slower-paced flow class that allows time to explore postures through longer breaths while cultivating strength, flexibility, balance, and calm. A practice to deepen body awareness, inner strength and easeful opening.

Dharma Yoga

Based on the teachings of beloved yoga master Sri Dharma Mittra, these classes are recommended for those with some experience of dynamic yoga. You do not need able to achieve all of the postures, just come with a willingness to try new things and be inspired!

This challenging yet playful practice includes balances, twists, stretches, back bends and inversions. You will attempt handstands, forearm balances, headstand variations and unique vinyasas. Although Dharma is a very physical practice, it is also a deeply spiritual journey that will introduce you to the many facets of yoga including pranayama (breathing techniques), kriyas (purification techniques), mudras (hand gestures) and meditation.

Rocket Yoga

A fun and vigorous vinyasa flow, thought to be the original power yoga. Created by Larry Shultz, the Rocket system is a remix of the Astanga Primary and Intermediate Series, designed to make the practice accessible to all and ‘get you there faster’! Come Rock-et!

Sweat out your worries and cares as you link movement and breath while strengthening your body. Awaken your abs, improve your flexibility and fitness while flowing with the music into a state of calm and clarity! Modifications will be offered throughout making this fun class, full of classical poses, accessible to all!

Yogasana

A vigorously invigorating vinyasa flow. Deeply physical but also spiritual, these high energy classes will include music and hands-on adjustments. For those with a strong practice.

As you sweat your way through fast paced vinyasa, you will challenge your stamina but leave feeling rejuvenated, energised and connected with your inner self. Co-ordinating movement with breath, these classes will stimulate your cardiovascular and respiratory systems as well as your sense of fun. Warning: may produce elation!

Ashtanga

Ashtanga is a vigorous system of yoga developed by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (1915-2009). A set of increasingly challenging postures that link breath with dynamic movement, building strength, flexibility and focus. Ashtanga translates as “eight limbs” which is the yogic path to enlightenment described by the great sage Patanjali in his seminal text the Yoga Sutras.

You will be guided through the Primary Series and given adjustments and modifications as and when necessary. As you synchronise your breath with this flowing sequence and become familiar with the Ashtanga series, your mind will move into a meditative and calm state while your body becomes stronger and more mobile.