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Power Yoga

An advanced Ashtanga-based class for people who are fit and want to stretch themselves more. It is fast, aerobic and energetic. Individual attention – maximum 14 in a class
Mandala

Yoga for Pregnancy and Labour

Halstead, Thurs 8pm
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Starting Yoga

A good grounding in the basic aspects of Yoga. Get the fundamentals right and develop your technique at your own pace. We will cover aspects of pranayama - the breath work as well as asanas - the postures. Gain a deeper understanding...
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Enjoying Yoga

Reinforcing the basics, plus the next steps in developing your postures and technique. Beginners or those with experience. Maximum 14 to a class – individual attention
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Enjoying Yoga

Reinforcing the basics, plus the next steps in developing your postures and technique. Beginners or those with experience. Maximum 10 to a class – individual attention.
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Insight Meditation and Yoga EASTER Retreat at In Sabina, Rome

Michael Hamilton & Kristin Skotnes Vikjord invite you to a powerful journey into the Heart of your being, where you will be able to open yourself to Awareness with insight meditation, breath and asana practices. We will explore and...
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YOGA TEACHER TRAINING - Yoga Alliance Accredited RYT 200 hours

Veronica of Yoga In The Bay is offering one of the most in-depth comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training Courses at a very competitive rate. It takes place over eight weekends between June and September 2010 and November 2010 and February...
Mandala

Yoga for Children

Yoga for Children classes
Hatha
Introduced by Yogi Swatmarama in the 15th century it focuses on body postures and breathing with some meditation or relaxation techniques.
Ashtanga
Originated by K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India. This approach is quite aerobic and generally follows a set sequence of postures.
Iyengar
Created by B. K. S. Iyengar, this style is characterized by precision through perfect alignment with the aid of props and other furniture.
Bikram
Taught by Bikram Choudhury in Bombay and other locations around the world in rooms heated to 100-110 degrees Fahrenheit - hence its other common name, Hot Yoga.
Integral
Developed by Swami Satchidananda, aiming to integrate the body and mind through postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation without too much emphasis on the form.
Viniyoga
Continued by T. K. V. Desikachar. The emphasis is not on external ideals but on postures according to one’s individual needs and capacity. Focus on breathing is an important aspect.
Satyananda
Developed by Swami Satyananda Saraswati, incorporating traditional practices such as breathing and relaxation.
Kundalini
Originated by Sikh master Yogi Bhajan it is designed to awaken and energise through posture, breath control, chanting, and meditation.
Sivananda
Created by Swami Vishnudevananda, it includes the Sun Salutation sequence, breathing exercises, relaxation, and mantra chanting.
Kriya
Popularised by Paramahansa Yogananda's book Autobiography of a Yogi it consists of a number of techniques that aims to encourage spiritual development and experience.
Kripalu
Developed by Yogi Amrit Desai, for the needs of Western students. Postural alignment and coordination of breath and movement are emphasized at first, meditation is included later into the practice.
Special
Specifically aimed at particular needs. Eg. for Pregnancy, for children and Restorative / therapeutic sessions.
Scaravelli
Inspirational Yoga teaching originated by Vanda Scaravelli. Featured in a book titled Awakening the Spine, focussing on finding a natural balance, the breath and awareness.
Other
For listings falling outside all the current main category types - eg. Vinyasa Flow, Dru, Yin, Kirtan and more.
Teacher training for
Courses offering advanced, professional development or similar, special learning modules for instructors.
Retreat centres for
Places to find peace and spiritual renewal. Some may be linked to a particular tradtion or teaching but many host courses featuring different kinds of spiritual practices, including meditation and alternative treatments, as well as various styles.
Online
Websites regularly offering classes and courses online only, with no associated venue for people to attend, or stay, or visit.
Meditation and
Practices may vary as the emphasis is different in each tradition. Specific techniques might include breathing, mindfulness, prayer, absorbtion, visualisation, insight - or something else !
Ayurveda and
Ayurveda is an ancient Indian holistic practice including herbal medicines, diet, yoga, massage to maintain natural health.
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