The Bandhas are described as one of the most important hatha yoga techniques. The word bandha means to lock or restrain. There are 3 and when we use them we hold and redirect the flow of energy by contracting specific muscles. During this class we practice mula bandha the root lock in the perineal area. associated with the element earth we work with grounding postures including mountain pose, warriors and tree pose. There is a focus on easing and releasing tension in the neck, back and shoulders. Resources include - The Inspired Yoga teacher by Gabrielle Harris Do your Om thing by Rebecca Pacheo Thirty Paths to Silence by Susan Johnson Poem - My help is in the mountain by Nancy C Wood

The 'neck's' best thing This class is focused on the neck Hatha Yoga postures, breathwork, self myofascial release and more. You will need 2 tennis balls, a strap or dressing gown tie and a block for this class.

Complete breath (Mahat Pranayama) is a technique to help us to breathe better, using our lungs to their full potential which in turn will help us to feel more energised and brings many health benefits

A deeply relaxing class with facial massage, slow movement, restful supported postures, meditation and relaxation. You will need a bolster or 2 bed pillows, a blanket or 2 and some facial massage oil or lotion. Poems - Donna Ashworth from her book 'Life' Relaxation - Susan Johnston from her book 30 paths to breathe

This class incorporates some Yin and Restorative postures, bringing in the elements of earth and air. Embracing darkness whilst looking forward to the return of the light with a candle meditation. Poems and Readings - Wintering by Donna Ashworth Earth and Air by Susan Johnson from Thirty Paths to Peace Winter Solstice Poem by Irene Latham You will need a bolster or 2 bed pillows, a blanket and a candle and lighter or matches. Candle meditation is not suitable for those with glaucoma or epilepsy.

This class is all about ripples - ripples of movement in the body, ripple breathing, mind/lake meditation and relaxation. Thinking about how our words and actions ripple out in the world. Lot's of continual circular movements, easing tension in the low back, shoulders and hips meditation from 'chakra meditation' by Swami Saradanada Relaxation script - Ajeet

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During this practice we work with Sitali (cooling breath), smooth, flowing movements, meditation and a relaxing Yoga Nidra practice You may wish to have a blanket handy for under your knees and to snuggle up with. Resources include - Do Your Om Thing by Rebecca Pacheo Radiant Rest by Tracee Stanley Yoga Nidra Meditations by Julie Lusk

During this practice we will be tuning into the witness self, the observer. Working with a slow practice with long pauses, meditations and Brahmari (humming bee breath) You will need a block and a blanket Resources include - Do your Om Thing by Rebecca Pacheo The Language of Yin by Gabrielle Harris First We Make The Beast Beautiful by Sarah Wilson