In January we started on a new project – the migration of our website from the ‘off the shelf’ platform to the more flexible WordPress site. Anytime you embark on a new project there are so many options to be explored – what platform to use, will it deliver what we need and most importantly […]
Here are 6 recommended yoga poses to try prior to leaving for the mountains, before a day’s skiing and after a day on the slopes. The suggested poses can be used to build strength in the legs, ankles and core, whilst also helping you develop a greater sense of balance and flexibility. If you want […]
Since I have started teaching, over 2 years ago I have been fortunate to have gained several corporate yoga classes. The experience has certainly improved my practice, my teaching and also my ability to adapt to changing situations.When I say, adapt to changing situations – read – thinking on my feet! Sometimes the best laid plans were […]
The answer to the question can be answered in a hundred, if not a thousand ways as it will not only depend on who you ask but also when you ask them; teacher or student. Of course no answer is wrong as everyone has their own reasons and motivations for their practice. (Aside from this – who are […]
In our classes, we are constantly throwing out words like ‘bandhas’, ‘lower abs’, ‘pelvic floor’. We know we repeat it a lot but there is a very good reason. The deeper abdominal muscles should be responsible for supporting your body, but many people do not engage them while doing yoga or other exercise. If you […]
After doing yoga for a while, sometimes we want a little more than a downward dog or triangle. Sometimes we want to push ourselves a bit further, sometimes not. I did yoga regularly for years and didn’t push myself, which is fine, too.When I started regular yoga in 2001, I dreaded the class where the […]
We have all have had a tumble or two on the ski slopes. It is important to build strength and flexibility BEFORE you get skiing. Doing high impact exercise can be great for strength and cardio but there is also risk of injury. Doing yoga is zero impact, high intensity exercise that will help you […]
We tried our first glowing yoga class on Halloween. It was really fun to teach.Some yoga purists might question fluorescent light and glow sticks mixed with respected ancient asanas but it does have benefits.Doing yoga in the dark:heightens the senses. Since your sight is limited, you have more opportunity to focus on the body and how […]
I was training for triathlon in 2004 and couldn’t figure out why I was having so many hamstring problems. I constantly stretched, I was going to yoga twice a week at work, and I was careful not to ‘overdo’ it during training sessions. I had massage, physio and finally went to a sports doctor who […]
This summer, we trialed some kids classes. They were 30 minutes long and was designed to get the kids moving in a focused way. The format was similar to adults class: Starting off with 5 long breaths to centre and then start moving into some fun sequences.The kids liked the names of the poses, as […]
How does yoga encourage mindfulness? When you go to a yoga class and start centering yourself, this is the time to reset the mind. This is your hour to allow yourself to let go of your to-do lists, your past regrets or future worries. This is the time to be in the present moment, as […]