This page tells you where my classes are held and when. Visit here to get regular updates of the programmes for the current term. You will also find information about costs and how to book. For more information on the approaches I use in the classes, see the "My yoga" page. See also the "About Sarah" page to find out more about my background.
NEW CLASS at Malin Bridge starting September 7th 6.45-8pm St Polycarp's church, Wisewood Road. more details to follow ......
Where and when?Wadsley Where: Wadsley Church Hall, Worrall Road, Sheffield S6 4BB When: Wednesdays evenings Hatha class 7—8.15 pm Restorative class 8.30–9.30pm next block starts September dates to be confirmed Ranmoor Where: Ranmmor Parish Centre, 5 Ranmoor Park Road, S10 3GX When: Friday mornings. Hatha class 9.30-10.45am Restorative Class 11-12 midday next block starts September dates to be confirmed Booking and costsThe classes loosely follow the school terms. Term dates will be published here:
Wadsley ***Summer classes*** No break at Wadsley this summer! Classes will continue, slightly shorter: 7–8 pm and only £6 to drop in, dates August 9th 16th 23rd &30th. Ranmoor ***Summer classes*** There will be classes August 18th and Sept 1st slightly shorter: 9.30–10.30 am and only £7 to drop in To book a place please email me at yogareikiwellbeing@gmail.com |
What to expectHATHA YOGA
Each class has a similar format. I begin by taking a few moments to settle the body and mind in preparation for the asana (physical) practice. I do this by talking through some mindfulness practices or yoga practices such as kaya sthairyam which enable you to bring the body and mind to stillness. We then stretch and warm up before working on asanas (postures). I change the asanas every 6–8 weeks. Initially, I teach the postures in detail, allowing time to really feel into the asanas (postures,) find different ways to approach the asanas and time for individual adjustments and support, so that you can do the asana that best suits your body. As the weeks progress and we become more familiar, I build in transitions between the asanas and we build to vinyasa flow. This is where we sequence the asanas together, moving gracefully with strength and mindfulness from one asana to the next. After posture work, we spend some time on pranayama (breathing practices) before bringing the body and mind to stillness. I use a variety of techniques, including mudras, yoga nidra, mindfulness practices, progressive muscle relaxation, or guided meditations. RESTORATIVE YOGA Restorative Yoga is a simple, safe, effective, non-invasive form of yoga that anybody can practise. It is suitable for beginners through to advanced yoga practitioners as well as those recovering from ill health and who have physical health problems and have therefore felt restricted from practising yoga. Restorative Yoga provides us with a gentle practice to help us relax, regenerate and renew. It complements any other forms of exercise including more dynamic yoga practice and increases the potential to treat and heal yourself. Incorporating meditation and mindfulness practices, Restorative Yoga has the ability to effectively: * Reduce pain * Improve digestion * Calm the mind * Prepare the body for quality sleep * Feel more grounded and energised * … and so much more. This class will take a slower pace, and posture work will be more gentle and less strenuous. Most of the work will be on the floor and we will use bolsters blankets pillows and cushions to support the body and aid deep relaxation. By incorporating meditation and mindfulness practices, the emphasis will be on connecting the mind and body to bring about relaxation, space and peace. The class will be small ( no more then 6 ) allowing time to help with specific adjustments, and maintain an intimate quiet space. |
This term’s hatha programme
We will work on the detail of the surya namaska - the sun salutation.
