Yoga as it is
Yoga is about stillness of the mind; not about being bendy
Focusing on breath and movement is a way to turn inward and to cultivate inner peace and vitality. With regular practice (i.e. more than once a week), you will also gain substantial health benefits. Strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, less aches and pains, relaxation, and improved overall health and wellbeing are all part of the deal.
Learn foundational sequences in guided self practice classes
Strong and dynamic sequence, comparable to the primary series of Ashtanga yoga.
Gentle flowing sequence that combines vinyasa with yin yoga.
Therapeutic and balancing vinyasa sequence. Also suitable if you are completely new to yoga or if you have an injury.
Because this is the best method to learn yoga in a group setting. You will learn a yoga sequence from me step-by-step and tailored to your particular needs and skills. I will assist you with verbal corrections as well as hands-on adjustments. Practising in this way gives you the space to focus and to work safely at your own pace on something you find challenging instead of copying me or others.
Self practice is a way to focus the mind and is the key to all other aspects of yoga - pranayama, meditation, and self reflection. If the purpose of yoga is the stilling of the mind, self practice can help you achieve this.
Self practice classes are suitable for all levels, from absolute beginners to experienced practitioners. All students start at the same time in the morning, but you can stay for as long as you wish within the time slot. For beginners, this could be half an hour, and for the more advanced up to two hours. All classes are in hybrid format: you can come to the studio, but you can also join from home.
I started practising yoga about 15 years ago and started teaching about 10 years ago after my first teacher training in Jivamukti yoga. Through continuing education, not only in asana practice, but also in pranayama, meditation, yoga philosophy and yoga therapy, what started out as a purely physical workout is slowly developing into a more mature practice with perhaps a slightly better understanding of what it is about.
My approach to yoga is pragmatic and no-nonsense. Combining my experience as a yoga practitioner and physician, I focus on good structural alignment first and finding out what works for you. With enthusiasm and humor, I encourage you to apply a progressive approach to your practice. I am passionate about sharing this practice with you!
I’m very grateful to all my teachers past and present, in particular to Luke Jordan and my current teacher Matthew Sweeney who teaches me yoga as it is.
I will do my best to figure out a practice that serves you. I will teach you a customised practice, adding postures one by one in a methodical way. You will gradually develop an all-round yoga practice as you go along. Beginning students often assume that they need to be flexible to start a yoga practice. This is not the case. A wide variety of students can join regardless of age, physical capacity and any injuries or limitations. The only requirement is your commitment to self practice.
If you are interested and would like to get more info, just send me an email and I will get in touch.
