Class Descriptions ~ all classes available by Zoom & in the Room except for Simple Yoga at Home which is Zoom only.
Holistic Yoga
SHYAM's holistic yoga classes include yoga postures, breathing practices, guided yoga nidra relaxation and sometimes meditation. All the practices are fully instructed and you are encouraged to practice with awareness so that you can let go of all the other things on your mind. Options are given to suit different levels of ability. Every class is planned by the teacher to suit the needs of the group.
Unlimited yoga | regular practice for flexibility, focus & relaxation
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
For just $40/week you can attend multiple yoga classes.
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You need to choose a primary class.
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You can attend any other classes below that level eg if you enrol in 2 | Develop Yoga, you can also attend levels 1 & 2, but not level 3
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If you are enrolled in In-Depth Yoga, you can also attend Yoga & Meditation with Leela on Thursday evenings.
1 | Foundation Yoga | for those who enjoy simplicity of practice
No experience necessary. You’ll learn how to use simple yoga to:
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maintain spine and joint health
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improve flexibility reduce physical and mental tensions
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develop greater resilience to stress with breathing techniques
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relax deeply.
2 | Develop Yoga | develop your practice and learn meditation
Some experience necessary. In this course you'll:
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build on the foundation yoga course, going to the next level of practice
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learn Salute to the Sun flow sequence & classical yoga postures
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learn the next stages of breathing/pranayama
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learn simple meditation
3 | Yoga In-depth | explore yogic themes for higher consciousness
For experienced practitioners with knowledge of hatha yoga asanas, classical pranayamas, mudras, bandhas, yoga nidra and meditation. Knowledge of these practices is asssumed so that we can delve into the esoteric and spiritual dimensions of the yogic tradition.
Each course will focus on a different theme, such as the chakras, koshas, gunas, raja yoga, classical hatha, tattwas etc.
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Yoga & Meditation | deepen your experience | body, mind, spirit
Hatha yoga is traditionally seen as a pathway to meditation. You need to have some experience, such as completion of SHYAM's Foundation Yoga course.
In this class you will:
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experience ease of meditating following a session of hatha yoga.
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follow a theme and learn more advanced techniques of hatha yoga.
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develop your understanding and practice of raja yoga e.g. meditation.
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experience Yoga nidra at a deeper level.
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meditations will be extended and different types will be explored.
Simple Yoga at Home | enjoy simplicity of practice while Zooming at home
No experience necessary. You’ll learn how to use simple yoga to:
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maintain spine and joint health
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improve flexibility reduce physical and mental tensions
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develop greater resilience to stress with breathing techniques
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relax deeply.
Gentle Yoga | for all stages, ages and abilities
Experience the therapeutic benefits of simple yoga, calm breathing and deep relaxation. Includes:
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joint mobilisation
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easy spinal stretching
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gentle strengthening
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balance improvement
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foundation breathing practices
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yoga nidra relaxation.
Yoga for Everybody | general yoga class
Integrate body, mind and breath in this comprehensive class. You'll leave feeling light, clear and calm. Includes:
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clear instructions
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yoga asanas (postures) with options for different levels
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yogic breathing and pranayama
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yoga nidra deep relaxation
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meditation