Energise your body and release your mind ahead of the week-end in this gentle, structured Yoga class for beginners. Explore the benefits of Yoga through mobilising your spine, stretching muscles, and freeing your joints. Then let go and relax! For those with little or no experience of Yoga.
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Yoga is a practical and joyful method of engaging with our bodies and minds healthfully and beneficially. A regular weekly Yoga practice combining yoga postures, breathing techniques, and methods of relaxation can improve our sense of wellbeing, reduce stress levels and enhance our general health.
During this course, you will be guided on how to practise gentle Yoga postures, including forward bends, back bends, spinal rotations and side bends. Breath awareness will be explored to enhance movements, release tension, and to assist the process of relaxing the mind. Each class will close with a calming guided relaxation practice.
The benefits of a regular yoga practice include increased stamina, improved flexibility, better posture and improved peace of mind.
What will we cover?
- Yoga Postures, including gentle forward, back and side bends, plus spinal rotations - Movements in standing, sitting and lying - Alignment of the spine and whole body in postures - Balance work - Breath awareness - Guided relaxation with visualisation - Concentration and mindfulness throughout the practice.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Perform a selection of gentle yoga postures with guidance - Obtain improved flexibility, strength, stamina, and peace of mind. - Demonstrate alignment of the spine and body in yoga postures - Practise relaxation with guidance - Describe some benefits of Yoga.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Suitable for all. You do not need previous yoga experience for this course.
Please contact your GP for advice if you have any health conditions which may impact on your participation in the course. In addition, please ensure that you tell the tutor about any conditions or concerns at the start of the course.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
- Demonstration and practice - Verbal instructions - Follow me - Questions and answers - Mini lecture.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Yoga equipment including mats will be provided. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring something to keep you warm during relaxation. Postures are performed barefoot but you may wear non-slip socks if you prefer. You will need to be able to read and write short sentences, follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
- Progression to a mixed levels course at the City Lit - Students need 2 years of mixed levels classes before joining an Intermediate class. Students could, however, after 4 weeks, begin regular daily practice and progress more rapidly - After 3 years of regular practice and class attendance, progression to a recognised Iyengar Teacher training course (e.g. at the Iyengar Yoga Institute in Maida Vale).
Caroline's career in movement began with her own powerfully transformative healing journey. By overcoming clinically diagnosed chronic fatigue syndrome through daily Yoga practice, she discovered the profound impact of mindful movement on healing and well-being. This experience ignited a passion for sharing the power of Yoga and movement with others. As a fully qualified British Wheel of Yoga teacher and experienced Q3 Pilates instructor, Caroline brings a unique understanding of the body's capacity to heal and thrive. She empowers individuals to cultivate strong, fluid, and aligned movement patterns, revitalising their bodies and enhancing their long-term health. Her expertise spans Yoga, Pilates, and health-related fitness, with a consistent focus on spinal health, joint alignment, breathwork, and whole-body integration.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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