What is Yoga?
Yoga means 'union', to yoke or bring together, and this ancient practice works to bring together body, mind, breath and spirit. The most widely practised form of yoga in the West is Hatha Yoga, which works through physical practices combining movements of the body with a co-ordination of the breath, and development of self-awareness.
In everyday terms, this can mean allowing us to find a space within ourselves where we can bring together all the often fragmented parts of our lives - we gradually learn to focus our attention on one thing at a time so that we are not constantly distracted by the many differing stresses and demands of our life. In other words, we learn to calm down!
Yoga means 'union', to yoke or bring together, and this ancient practice works to bring together body, mind, breath and spirit. The most widely practised form of yoga in the West is Hatha Yoga, which works through physical practices combining movements of the body with a co-ordination of the breath, and development of self-awareness.
In everyday terms, this can mean allowing us to find a space within ourselves where we can bring together all the often fragmented parts of our lives - we gradually learn to focus our attention on one thing at a time so that we are not constantly distracted by the many differing stresses and demands of our life. In other words, we learn to calm down!
It is not so much the end result which matters, i.e. the "perfect" posture is not the goal, but the state and quality of mind which the yoga student brings to his or her practice.
Physical benefits of Hatha Yoga are however usually increased flexibility, greater stamina, and an ability to systematically relax the body.
Physical benefits of Hatha Yoga are however usually increased flexibility, greater stamina, and an ability to systematically relax the body.
So what is Gentle Yoga?
My Gentle yoga is still Hatha Yoga but aims to achieve its goals not by practice of extreme positions or very highly energetic movements, but by working through relatively simple postures placing emphasis on correct alignment to help muscular and postural problems. You will learn to co-ordinate the movements of your body with your breath, developing awareness of your own abilities and potential, whilst working to move all parts of your body through their natural range of movement. There is also emphasis on learning the art of progressive relaxation, as well as the stress-relieving benefits of a positive yogic outlook on life.
My Gentle yoga is still Hatha Yoga but aims to achieve its goals not by practice of extreme positions or very highly energetic movements, but by working through relatively simple postures placing emphasis on correct alignment to help muscular and postural problems. You will learn to co-ordinate the movements of your body with your breath, developing awareness of your own abilities and potential, whilst working to move all parts of your body through their natural range of movement. There is also emphasis on learning the art of progressive relaxation, as well as the stress-relieving benefits of a positive yogic outlook on life.
Who can practise Gentle Yoga ?
Anyone can practise yoga - it is not a religion, though it has its own philosophy which seeks to clear the mind of confusion. Nor is it ever too late to start!
My classes are suitable for all ages and abilities, especially those wanting to improve flexibility, stamina, and mobility gently.
Students practise at their own pace - gentle movement performed with complete attention is as beneficial as the most complex of yoga postures.
For more details on individual classes please go to
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Anyone can practise yoga - it is not a religion, though it has its own philosophy which seeks to clear the mind of confusion. Nor is it ever too late to start!
My classes are suitable for all ages and abilities, especially those wanting to improve flexibility, stamina, and mobility gently.
Students practise at their own pace - gentle movement performed with complete attention is as beneficial as the most complex of yoga postures.
For more details on individual classes please go to
Classes