Yoga - All Abilities

Course intent

This course is aimed at enhancing overall wellbeing through the practice of physical postures known as yoga asana and the introduction of other yogic practices.

Yoga practices aim to increase strength and stamina; improve flexibility; tone the body; balance the nervous system; boost the immune system; reduce stress and tension and aid weight loss.

What will I learn?

You will learn a range of yoga postures in standing, seated and lying down positions from different systems of yoga such as Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Sivananda and Yin. We will also learn breathing exercises (pranayama) and other yogic practices such as meditation, mantra, kriyas, and yoga philosophy.

Your tutor will give variations for each exercise suited to your own level of experience and ability. The tutor may use equipment, such as blocks or bolsters, to help you achieve better alignment. You will be able to practise the exercises at home and fit them into your daily routine.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course is suitable for everyone of all abilities. Everyone is welcome. The tutor will be able to adapt postures to suit your level of fitness.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Before the first lesson: · Complete and return the health check (link included in enrolment email). · Wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to reach up and bend down. Add an extra warm layer or light blanket for use in relaxation. · The class is performed in bare feet or gripper style socks. · Bring a bottle of drinking water. The centre has fountains to refill. · You will need a mat. Bring your own or borrow one of ours. · Please bring your own blocks if you have them or borrow ours.

What can I do when I finish the course?

Please do re-enrol and keeping practicing.

Additional Information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

We value and support equality, diversity and inclusion by promoting fairness and respect at all times.

How to enrol

Our courses are for adult learners aged 19 or over. If you are under 19, please call 0300 200 1044.

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