Yoga
What is Yoga?
Yoga is an ancient, evolving practice designed to harmonise body, mind, and spirit through movement, breath, and meditation.
You can practise in group sessions or on a one-to-one basis from beginner level to advanced.
Our teaching of Yoga is based on alignment, strength and mobility.
Yoga postures (asanas) keep the body healthy. We move through all the joints, strengthening and lengthening the muscles as we create the sequences through the sessions. We breathe deeply, focus, and meditate to reach a peaceful and worry-free state of mind.
All sessions change according to the year’s season and time of the day.
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Gentle Shoulder & Hip Mobilisation for Flexibility & Joint Health
Struggling with tight shoulders or stiff hips? This yoga mobility sequence is designed to loosen tight joints, improve flexibility, and reduce stiffness. Regular practice can help enhance movement, prevent injury, and support better posture.
👉 Watch the video and follow along for a simple yet effective hip & shoulder-opening sequence.
Or follow along with this guided Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) practice.
Asana - Yoga Postures.
Invite strength and suppleness in body and mind. For centuries, Yoga poses have been used to improve physical health and keep illnesses at bay, and we still continue to do so.
Regular asana practice offers numerous benefits, including:
helps with a healthy back and joints,
improves posture,
strengthens the digestive system,
and supports the function of the hormonal, circulatory and respiratory systems.
helps you sleep.
maintains and improves mental and emotional health.
calms the nervous system.
strengthens muscles and bones.
improves flexibility and overall mobility.
lifts your spirits.
Pranayama - Breathing Techniques.
Pranayama techniques calm the mind, enhancing focus and clarity. These breathing practices activate the 'rest and digest' response, promoting healing and restful sleep
Yoga has always been known for its skilful use of the breath. Yogis of old knew that deep breathing is calming and focusing our mind.
Pranayama purifies subtler levels of our body which increases vitality.
Ujjayi breath is used during the practice, to deepen the focus and maintain warmth.
Consistency in yoga practice enhances strength and clarity.
Read our post on The Importance of Consistency in Yoga Practice for practical tips.
Meditation.
Patanjali explains that meditation is being one with the object of our concentration, whatever we choose to concentrate on.
For instance, focusing on a candle flame (visual), repeating a mantra (sound), or observing the breath can serve as anchors for meditation
I love AUM chanting, which the yoga philosophy describes as the easiest, most powerful and energising meditation technique available.
All our sessions end with the SOM meditation of my teacher, Shreeguruji Balaji Tambe.
Ready to deepen your practice? Explore our class schedule below or contact us for personalised guidance.
💬 What Students Are Saying
By my amazing student Neha. These are the best texts after a session.
Thank you, Katja, for the most amazing teacher training. Your deep passion and knowledge have been inspiring. I will forever remember the friendship and love felt in the YTT community and thank you so much for leading and facilitating such a special course.
— Fiona Wiles (2021 Intake)
All Sessions Offer.
- A gentle warm-up to preparing for deeper practice.
- Followed by a sequence which focuses on different areas of the body, such as back, shoulders or joints, or a philosophical theme. The sequence combines standing and floor based asanas and accessible inversions.
- Regular practice of different pranayama techniques.
- And concluded with deep relaxation and meditation.
Before Attending a Class
- Inform the teacher about any condition, medication or other problem which might impact your practice.
- In case you feel any kind of discomfort during the session, please let your teacher know immediately.
- It is advisable to have your last full meal at least 2 hours prior to the session. A very slight snack or a cup of tea is ok.
- Please wear loose clothes and bring a mat.
- Please be aware that not all postures are suitable during the first three days of menstruation, ask your teacher for further information.
Who Can Take Part
Everyone can take part, all levels are welcomed. All asanas (postures) can be modified to everyone's abilities.