Are you new to yoga? This beginners' class offers a chance to develop and improve your body and breath awareness, posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension.
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This course offers an introduction to yoga practice. Yoga increases body and breath awareness; it improves posture, stamina and flexibility, enhances our quality of breathing and teaches relaxation techniques which help reduce stress in our daily life. Attending a weekly yoga class will improve your general health and well being. Arrive feeling tired and achy; leave refreshed, relaxed and energised.
In addition to the teaching, your tutor will provide a wealth of material on Google Classroom, including the handouts and videos, so that you can practice in between the classes and refer to after the course finishes.
What will we cover?
- Standing, sitting and lying down postures, including forward and back bends - Inverted (upside-down) postures (optional) - Breathing exercises - Relaxation and visualisation.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Perform basic yoga postures and breathing exercises with guidance - Increase your observation skills - Follow the tutor's instructions and demonstrations - Improve your body awareness - Practise relaxation with guidance - Describe some benefits of yoga - Obtain improved flexibility, strength, stamina and peace of mind - Practice some simple breathing exercise.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This class is suitable for complete beginners, regardless of age, gender and fitness level. You will need to be able to follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group.
If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed below, please check with a medical practitioner whether it is suitable for you to undertake an exercise programme and show a referral letter from your doctor to your tutor. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in an exercise or movement class.
- Do you ever have pains in your chest? - Have you had any operations or injuries in the last year? - Do you often feel faint or have spells of dizziness? - Are you receiving medication for any condition? - Do you have high blood pressure? - Is there anything else we should know about your health? - Do you have a bone or joint problem, such as arthritis, osteoporosis, back or knee problems?
It is inadvisable for students suffering from certain medical conditions to attend an ordinary yoga class. This does not mean that they should not do yoga, but they may need individual attention or a special programme of asanas (postures). These conditions include hypertension (high blood pressure); conditions associated with heart disease, cancer or benign tumours; epilepsy including petit mal; diabetes; Meniere's disease; detached retina; MS (Multiple Sclerosis); ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis); recent post-operative conditions; new students who are pregnant. Advice can be sought from the Health and Wellbeing Department Office for those who have concerns about the suitability of the class for them.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
- Demonstration and practice - Follow me - Verbal instruction - Questions and answers - Mini lecture.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
There are no other costs. Yoga mats are provided, but you may bring your own if you wish. 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.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You can continue with yoga beginners courses next term. You tutor will advise if you are ready to progress to a mixed levels course.
You can also enrol onto any other movement course from our programme.
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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You will need to be able to follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group.<br/><br/>If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed below, please check with a medical practitioner whether it is suitable for you to undertake an exercise programme and show a referral letter from your doctor to your tutor. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in an exercise or movement class.<br/><br/>- Do you ever have pains in your chest?<br/>- Have you had any operations or injuries in the last year?<br/>- Do you often feel faint or have spells of dizziness?<br/>- Are you receiving medication for any condition?<br/>- Do you have high blood pressure?<br/>- Is there anything else we should know about your health?<br/>- Do you have a bone or joint problem, such as arthritis, osteoporosis, back or knee problems?<br/><br/>It is inadvisable for students suffering from certain medical conditions to attend an ordinary yoga class. This does not mean that they should not do yoga, but they may need individual attention or a special programme of asanas (postures). 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Yoga increases body and breath awareness; it improves posture, stamina and flexibility, enhances our quality of breathing and teaches relaxation techniques which help reduce stress in our daily life. Attending a weekly yoga class will improve your general health and well being. Arrive feeling tired and achy; leave refreshed, relaxed and energised.<br/><br/>In addition to the teaching, your tutor will provide a wealth of material on Google Classroom, including the handouts and videos, so that you can practice in between the classes and refer to after the course finishes.<p>Are you new to yoga? This beginners' class offers a chance to develop and improve your body and breath awareness, posture, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension.</p>- Standing, sitting and lying down postures, including forward and back bends<br/>- Inverted (upside-down) postures (optional)<br/>- Breathing exercises<br/>- Relaxation and visualisation.- Perform basic yoga postures and breathing exercises with guidance<br/>- Increase your observation skills<br/>- Follow the tutor's instructions and demonstrations<br/>- Improve your body awareness<br/>- Practise relaxation with guidance<br/>- Describe some benefits of yoga<br/>- Obtain improved flexibility, strength, stamina and peace of mind<br/>- Practice some simple breathing exercise.This class is suitable for complete beginners, regardless of age, gender and fitness level. You will need to be able to follow verbal instructions, observe and copy physical movements and use spatial awareness within a group.<br/><br/>If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed below, please check with a medical practitioner whether it is suitable for you to undertake an exercise programme and show a referral letter from your doctor to your tutor. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in an exercise or movement class.<br/><br/>- Do you ever have pains in your chest?<br/>- Have you had any operations or injuries in the last year?<br/>- Do you often feel faint or have spells of dizziness?<br/>- Are you receiving medication for any condition?<br/>- Do you have high blood pressure?<br/>- Is there anything else we should know about your health?<br/>- Do you have a bone or joint problem, such as arthritis, osteoporosis, back or knee problems?<br/><br/>It is inadvisable for students suffering from certain medical conditions to attend an ordinary yoga class. This does not mean that they should not do yoga, but they may need individual attention or a special programme of asanas (postures). These conditions include hypertension (high blood pressure); conditions associated with heart disease, cancer or benign tumours; epilepsy including petit mal; diabetes; Meniere's disease; detached retina; MS (Multiple Sclerosis); ME (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis); recent post-operative conditions; new students who are pregnant. Advice can be sought from the Health and Wellbeing Department Office for those who have concerns about the suitability of the class for them.- Demonstration and practice<br/>- Follow me <br/>- Verbal instruction <br/>- Questions and answers<br/>- Mini lecture.There are no other costs. Yoga mats are provided, but you may bring your own if you wish. 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 can continue with yoga beginners courses next term. You tutor will advise if you are ready to progress to a mixed levels course.<br/><br/>You can also enrol onto any other movement course from our programme.WellbeingYogaconfigurable
