Yoga at Core:
group classes, small group sessions, one-to-one tuition
What sort of yoga class can I expect?
There are a few different styles of yoga taught at Core just now including Hatha, Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow. These classes generally include breath practice, warm-up type movements, asana flow, relaxation and a short meditation. It is worth trying the different classes to find what style and instructor is the best fit for you. We also have a yoga for relaxation class and a slow flow and meditation class which each consist of relaxation, breath practice, slower asana and stretch movements (mainly mat based rather than standing), finishing with relaxation and meditation. Our monthly Restorative yoga (Fridays 6-7pm) runs from September to April and is a deeply relaxing practice of slow, deep supported stretches, breath work, a long relaxation with blankets and warm lavender scented eye pillows, and finishing with meditation. Watch this space for more restorative and yin yoga to come soon.
People do yoga for many different reasons and have a wide range of ability; we hope that everyone can find their own place in a class at Core. If there is a specific element of yoga you would like included (e.g. meditation, chanting) please just get in touch.
What is Yoga?
Yoga is a traditional Indian philosophy that involves the integration of the physical and spiritual in order to achieve a sense of well-being. In yoga, the body is linked to the movement, mind and breath to bring about a feeling of balance, relaxation and harmony. The physical asanas (postures) can improve a variety of ailments, strengthen and tone muscles and develop flexibility. Some of the movements can help to nourish and cleanse parts of the body. Psychologically, yoga increases concentration, stills the mind and promotes a feeling of balance, tranquillity and contentment. Yoga differs in from Pilates in that Pilates focuses on the physical body whereas yoga includes the mental and spiritual aspects.
Who can do Yoga?
Anyone! You don't need to be bendy to start yoga! Yoga can be practised in some form by almost anyone. The classes at Core at present can accommodate quite a range of abilities but there are some conditions that might prevent you being able to participate as fully in the class as you'd like. For example, but not exclusively, high blood pressure that is not well controlled, heart problems, some back conditions, limited mobility. It might be that one-to-one sessions would suit you better, or perhaps the yoga for relaxation class would suit. If you are in any doubt then please just get in touch for some advice.
About the instructors
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Jennifer Ainslie teaches Hatha yoga which is a flexible style of yoga that can easily be modified to suit the individual. Hatha classes are on Tuesdays 12.45-1.30pm & 7.25-8.20pm.
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Vanessa Shiels-Combe teaches Ashtanga Vinyasa classes from Core on Fridays 9.45am, and also a men's class on Wednesdays 8-9pm.
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Amy Christie teaches a dynamic flow yoga from Core on Saturdays 9-10am.
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Sony Ruggiero teaches Flow & Chill from Core on Tuesdays 5.15-6.15pm and also on the first Sunday of every month 10-11.15am.