Whether you are a beginner who has done little yoga before, or you have more experience, this course will help you to unwind and relax after work. Learn postures and breathing exercises, improve your body and breath awareness, strength and flexibility, and practise relaxation techniques to help you release tension. This course is delivered in-person at City Lit.
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This course offers an introduction to Yoga practice for those who have done little yoga before or those who have more previous experience. 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. This is an in-person course.
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, twists - 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 teacher'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 - Practise a simple breathing exercise.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This class is generally suitable for beginners who have done yoga before and also for those with little bit more experience, 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.
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 - Follow me - Verbal instruction - Physical adjustment (optional) - 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.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
You may like to progress to another mixed or intermediate levels yoga course at City Lit.
Biljana was originally trained in the Yoga Body of Light style of Hatha Yoga (www.aurolabyoga.net) in the UK and India, and has been teaching it since 2008. Apart from her main teacher, Sama Fabian, Biljana has been studying and drawing inspiration from a number of prominent teachers from differring Yoga styles and lineages. Biljana offers her students a positive and joyful experience, allowing Yoga to work for each individual. Apart from City Lit, she has taught a wide range of students with mixed skills, abilities and specific needs and within different settings, such as charities, gyms, mental health centres and corporate organisations, as well as her private classes. As a Counsellor, Biljana has always been interested in body-mind connection and the therapeutic aspects of Yoga.
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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Arrive feeling tired and achy, leave refreshed, relaxed and energised. <br/>This is an in-person course.<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.Whether you are a beginner who has done little yoga before, or you have more experience, this course will help you to unwind and relax after work. 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