Classes

What happens in a Yoga class?

Classes are designed to leave you feeling centred and balanced, working towards a relaxed state in both mind and body.

Students are encouraged to challenge themselves whilst developing a safe yoga practice, working with awareness and respect for their own bodies.

Each class consists of physical posture work (Asanas), breathing practices (Pranayama), and concludes with a guided relaxation session.

Rates & Passes

The next 7-week course starts week commencing MONDAY 08 MARCH 2010 | £65 for 7 weeks running over 9 week as 29 Mar & Apr 05 are easter break weeks or drop-in fee for £10. It is possible to join a course at any time. Please call first to confirm a place is available.

Once you've booked your course you may alternate between the other nights if you find you can't make your designated night due to work or social commitments.

Similarly, if you are on holiday for one or two weeks you then have the option of coming twice any week to make up your classes (Yoga by Candlelight & Saturday Masterclasses excluded). The only restriction is that you make up your classes within the course period. Missed classes cannot be carried over in the next term.

Where are the classes held?

Classes are held at the Friends Meeting House and Brandram Road Community Centre. Please click here for location details and a map.

Types of Class

Hatha Yoga FOUNDATIONS

In this class students are encouraged to build the foundations of safe yoga practice. Ideal for those who are new to yoga, returning to yoga after a break or prefer a class with a slower pace.

  • MONDAY EVENINGS, 6.30-7.45PM at The Friends Meeting House (The Lower Hall).

Hatha Yoga FLOW

A multi-level class that is designed to allow individuals to practise in a way that is suitable for their own needs. The class includes both static postures and flowing sequences.

  • TUESDAY EVENINGS, 7.00-8.15PM at The Friends Meeting House (The Lower Hall).
  • WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 7.00-8.15PM & 8.30-9.45PM at Brandram Road Community Centre, Brandram Road.

ASHTANGA VINYASA Yoga

Ashtanga Vinyasa is the most athletic and physically demanding form of yoga. You will learn a set sequence of flowing postures. Expect to increase flexibility, strength & stamina at this dynamic class. Suitable for all levels.

  • WEDNESDAY MORNINGS, 6.45-7.45AM at The Friends Meeting House (The Upper Hall).

RESTORATIVE Yoga

This class emphasises relaxation & rejuvenation. Specific restorative yoga poses are practiced to adjust the nervous system and rest the adrenal glands, enabling the body to move towards balance.

  • WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 8.30-9.45PM at The Friends Meeting House (The Lower Hall).

Hatha Yoga Flow Level 2

This is a class where we will work more dynamically, linking postures in a flowing sequence. Expect to work reasonably hard in this class to build strength and stamina as well as increasing your flexibility. You need to have a least 6-months regular and recent yoga practice under your belt to attend this class.

  • MONDAY EVENINGS, 8.00-9.30PM at The Friends Meeting House (The Lower Hall).

MUMMY & BABY Yoga

Uplifting and fun classes for babes and their mums (new born to pre-crawling). Post natal yoga is taught for mums (helping you to regain your strength and muscle tone) along with assisted moves for the little ones. The class is equally split between mummy practices, babies practices and interactive practices.

Class always ends with a good period of relaxation leaving you feeling relaxed and energised followed by a well earned cup of tea! You do not need to have any previous yoga experience.

Accessible warm venue with buggy parking and a car park.

  • MONDAY MORNING, 11.15-12.30PM & WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON 2.00.315PM(newborn to unassisted sitting) at Brandram Road Community Centre.

PREGNANCY Yoga

Specialist pregnancy yoga classes which cover breathing techniques, adapted asana (postures) to strengthen, centre and prepare your body and mind for labour and birth.

  • WEDNESDAY EVENINGS , 6.30-7.45PM & 8.00-9.15PM at The Friends Meeting House (The Upper Hall).

Yoga BY CANDLELIGHT

The ultimate Friday night un-wind (7.30-9.30 pm): Leave the week behind and set yourself up for the weekend with a 2 hour yoga session that will finish with a luxuriously long relaxation followed by a hearty bowl of soup and the company of your fellow yogis. The session works with both gentle energising flowing sequences, restorative practices, pranayama (breath work) and a 30 minute relaxation session. Imagine how great you’ll feel on Saturday morning!

  • These are held monthly at The Brandram Road Community Centre. forthcoming dates; 19 Mar | 16 Apr | 14 May | 18 Jun | 2010

MASTERCLASSES SATURDAY Yoga

Workshop style classes that focus on a particular area/theme: Spend two hours developing your yoga practice at these informative sessions. We start with a flowing sequence of asanas to warm and open the body in preparation for a detailed look at a particular asana/asanas. Previous sessions have included; hand balances, handstand & shoulder stands. A great compliment to your weekly class.

  • These are held monthly at The Friends Meeting House, Lawn Terrace, Blackheath, Se3 9LF (Upper Hall). forthcoming dates; 30 Jan | 27 Feb | 27 Mar | 2010