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Yoga For Swimmers
Share on X Discover the transformative power of yoga with our free “Yoga for Swimmers” video. This video showcases a variety of poses specifically designed to enhance swimming performance. Scroll down to see the video. The Importance of Yoga for Swimmers...
Chair Backbends For Shoulders & Upper Back
Chair Backbends For Your Shoulders & Upper Back This video features chair backbends and related yoga poses that will help to improve mobility in your upper back and shoulders. The yoga sequence begins with some shoulder specific variations of pincha...
Yoga For Spondylolysis
Share on X Nine Yoga Poses Specifically Designed for Spondylolysis Relief Discover nine beneficial poses to alleviate discomfort in the lower back. This specialised yoga sequence is tailored for individuals with spondylolysis, emphasising postures that prevent undue...
Yoga For Anxiety
Share on X Yoga for Anxiety: Breathing Through the Stress In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety is a common challenge. Yet, ancient practices offer modern solutions. Yoga, with its rich tapestry of poses and breath-work, emerges as a powerful antidote. Dive into...
Yoga For Sleep
Yoga For Sleep The Yoga For Sleep class features a selection of relaxing restorative poses to help you get a deep and restful sleep. This sequence is designed to be suitable for practicing late in the evening or even directly before bedtime. It contains poses...
Yoga Poses For Office Workers
Share on X A Yoga Sequence For Office Workers This sequence of yoga poses for office workers will help correct problems commonly associated with spending long hours sitting at a desk or in front of a computer. In our modern age poor posture is becoming increasingly...
Ardha Padmasana
Ardha Padmasana In this class we feature ardha padmasana (half lotus pose). We look at ways of introducing this asana into your practice. Before you progress to this pose it is important that you have first consolidated the basics of the forward bend asana group....
Parivrtta Parsvakonasana
Unlocking the benefits of Revolved Side Angle Pose Share on X If you’re seeking to enhance your yoga practice and explore new poses, Parivrtta Parsvakonasana, also known as the Revolved Side Angle Pose, is one pose you should definitely consider incorporating...
Restorative Forward Bends
Restorative Forward Bends Here is a sequence of supported standing poses and restorative forward bends to help you physically and mentally relax. Props such as bolsters and chairs assist you to remain for extended periods of time, with reduced muscular effort, in...
Supported Backbends
Supported Backbends This sequence is designed to re-energise your backbend practice. The class will help you to get back to including backbends more regularly and confidently in your home practice. It will be ideally suited to times when you feel you are in need of a...
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana Urdhva mukha svanasana (upward facing dog pose) is a great pose for lifting energy and preparing your body for a session of backbends. We commonly practice this pose in conjunction with other backbending asanas. It can, however, be helpful if we...
Yoga For Stress Relief
Yoga For Stress Relief This 45 minute class features supported inversions and restorative chest opening poses. The Yoga For Stress Relief sequence will help to calm your nervous system and release tension from the diaphragm region. It will be well suited to times when...
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