Yoga

Ashtanga Yoga

Ashtanga synchronises breath and movement to develop a calm, focused mind while performing a flowing sequence of postures to cleanse, detoxify and realign the body. The energetic practice increases strength, stamina and flexibility, releasing restrictions and blockages to reveal the inner grace, wellbeing and happiness within us all.
Teachers: Karyn Grenfell (Authorised by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois)Jenni Juokslahti,  Amanda Ferris, Bronwyn Meyrick

Ashtanga Yoga Led Practice

This is a guided class of the first or primary series which realigns the spine, detoxifies the body, and builds strength, flexibility and stamina. The series of 75 poses begins with sun salutations and moves on to standing and seated poses, inversions and backbends before relaxation.    Our classes create a supportive environment in which to learn and cultivate a traditional Ashtanga yoga practice.

Ashtanga Yoga Mysore-style

The Mysore style is the traditional method of learning Ashtanga Yoga. Classes are open, self-practice classes. The teacher is present between 6am–9am weekdays and 10am - 12pm on Saturdays. Students may arrive anytime and leave once they have completed their practice. Each student practises the Ashtanga sequence individually, under the guidance of the teacher who moves about the class giving hands-on adjustments, teaching new poses and giving guidance.  Please note that we do not hold Mysore classes on moon-days.  Please refer to Karyn Grenfell's website for the dates.

Dynamic Yoga

Like a moving meditation, this class has a focus on energy, alignment and breath. Each week, different sequences of posture combinations are explored. All levels are welcome.
Teachers:  Camilla Allen, Jasmine Johnston, Lucinda Marshall, Katie de Araujo, Jenni Juokslahti, Frederique Fouche, Jennifer Crescenzo

Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar Yoga is based on the teachings of India’s living legend, BKS. Iyengar. His method introduced props into the modern practice of yoga to allow everyone to enjoy the benefits of the postures, regardless of physical condition, age or experience. Props help the student receive the deep benefits of postures held over significant time periods. The method develops strength, endurance and optimal body alignment. 
Iyengar is taught as a Led Practice class; a general class for all levels of experience; and a Level 1  + 2 class for experienced students. 
Teacher: Georgia King, Level 1 Iyengar teacher

Vijnana Yoga

According to the great Vedantist philosopher Sankara, vijnana is a deep understanding or The Vijnana tradition has its roots in the yoga lineages of Northern India - of Patabi Jois, BKS Iyengar and Desikachar. It places emphasis on accuracy and clear instruction, the importance of practice, and the balance of quiet mind, wide heart and wise body. It combines clarity and understanding with a steady flow of movement that challenges our habits but respects the body's limitations, leading to deep, safe and long-term transformation and awareness. Vijnana is practiced all over the world. Its founder Orit Sen-Gupta (who trained and taught for twelve years with Dona Holleman) teaches internationally and also publishes on yoga and translates Sanskrit. Vijnana yoga shows that the the wisdom of experience can be reflected in the body, and that our experience of life and its vividness can deepen more - not less - as we age.

Vijnana yoga does not require an innate athletic capacity. It is open to all bodies and to anyone who suspects that there is a link between the quality of our body & mind and our ability to meet the world with steadiness and care. The Four Aspects of Vijnana practice are: sitting, pranayama (breathing techniques), asana (postures), & study.

Teacher: Antonia Pont