A more accessible version of shoulder stand, Viparita Karani is a restorative pose that is often done with the legs up the wall, but can also be done freestanding like in the black and white photo of BKS Iyengar to the left. Read More
As events surrounding Covid-19 virus unfold and measures change day to day in managing the situation, we want to assure you that we are keeping on top of all updates as and when they are being made available. Read More
This popular standing pose is normally done towards the end of a forward bend class because of it’s deep forward bend action and inversion of the trunk and head. It can provide an intense stretch and be a difficult pose for a beginner BUT it can also be a restful and restorative pose for more advanced students too. Read More
Many Iyengar yoga schools run their classes on what’s known as the ‘Pune cycle’ – a four-week program that has a different focus each week. The first week’s class is usually focused on standing poses, the second on twists and/or forward bends, the third on backbends and the fourth week is restorative. Read More
This monthly meditation series will be about your personal and spiritual growth – a journey back to SELF. I Invite you to come and explore what the concept of SELF means to you? Read More
Exploring and increasing our movement and mental capacity and potential can be enlivening, exciting and fun. We can re-awaken curiosity and breathe new life into our practices if we are willing to play again. Our bodies (and brains) are capable of change and growth, and we can continue to learn new things throughout our lives. Read More
Come and celebrate the festival of Holi at the super full moon in Virgo, this is a time of profound healing: immerse yourself in luminous lunar light & sonic resonance with a soundscape of gongs, bronze & crystal singing bowls & therapeutic percussion as you come to ground in deeply restorative relaxation. Read More
Even though, Makarasana doesn’t have it’s own separate and defined instructions in Light on Yoga, it’s a pose that we practice regularly as part of our ‘baby backbend’ sequence, so we thought it might be helpful to put the spotlight on it for this month’s blog - and had to do some deep digging and lots of practice to get some info to share! Read More
As we move into the warmer summer months, and our climate becomes hotter and drier – it’s never been more important to ‘stay cool’ and keep our body and brain cool and moisturised. Read More
REJUVENATION : ILLUMINATION : TRANSFORMATION
Sound Healing Summer Gong Bath bathe in a sound bath of sublime bliss ~ a deep journey in pure light and sonic vibration. Read More