Class Descriptions - Yoga Meditation Healing Glasgow

Class Description

Beginners Yoga

Beginners yoga for all ages and physical abilities, or for those who wish to return to a weekly yoga practice after taking a break from yoga. You will be guided step by step through the foundational aspects of yoga with a gentle introduction to beginner level yoga poses and sequences along with simple breathing practices and guided relaxation. As you progress through the Complete Beginners yoga class you will gain confidence to then feel comfortable attending a general level yoga class, whether that be at your local gym, in your home, or to remain practicing yoga with us at one of our many yoga classes.

Beginners Plus Yoga

Beginners Plus Yoga caters to individuals who have some experience of yoga and for those who have had a break from a weekly yoga practice and are seeking to return to a suitable level.

Experience Pól’s unique blend of yoga which will help tone and strengthen your body, and increase your flexibility. You will be guided step by step through foundational aspects of yoga with an introduction to beginner plus level yoga poses and sequences along with simple breathing practices and guided relaxation to aid the relief of Stress and anxiety.

This class is for practitioners seeking a fulfilling yoga practice in a calm and peaceful environment. The class will also suit active individuals with no yoga experience as the class can easily be tailored for those of all abilities and ages.

LEVEL : BEGINNERS PLUS

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

A creative, unique, strong and dynamic flowing sequence around the sun salutation followed by a wide variety of standing and seated asanas designed to increase strength and flexibility. Paula teaches from a functional approach and provides modifications and variations to help you to find your own level of depth and comfort.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Vinyasa Krama Yoga

Vinyasa Krama Yoga is the synchronised movement of yoga poses through various stages in order to arrive at specific goals. This common goal is to progress from simple yoga poses to more advanced asana (poses). Vinyasa Krama helps the practitioner to prepare their body for more advanced poses and sequences by starting with basic asana then building upon those with progressively more challenging asanas.
By the time the practitioner reaches their goal (a more advanced practice), they are more physically and mentally prepared to successfully practice it. Each movement in the Vinyasa Krama sequence is linked to an inhalation and exhalation and each asana becomes a step within the flow, much like that which we experience within the sun salutation. It is an invigorating practice and will strengthen and tone your body quickly

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Chair Yoga

A unique yoga class mindful, accessible and gentle movements to build strength, increase flexibility and improve balance. The class closes with guided relaxation. Chair Yoga can further develop mind body awareness and help to regulate your nervous system. The class can help to manage chronic pain, release stresses and tensions and boost your mood. Chair Yoga is for Every Body! Beginner Friendly for all ages and body types.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Dynamic Vinyasa Yoga

The Hatha element seeks freedom within breath. The Classical Ashtanga element seeks composure within structure. The Vinyasa Krama element seeks freedom within rhythm. This class starts with a dynamic sun salutation routine which leads into a mixture of balancing and stretching poses, including their vinyasa krama variations. This helps to increase our strength and flexibility and gives the spine and body a complete workout. Each week you will work towards strong and steady inversions like headstand, arm and leg balancing sequences, including all of their dynamic Vinyasa Krama variations. The class level is intermediate, however if you are seeking to lift your practice to this level you are more than welcome to attend, as Vinyasa Krama Yoga will help you along that path.

LEVEL : INTERMEDIATE

Vinyasa Flow

This thoughtfully structured class connects movement with breath. You will be encouraged to listen to your own individual body in order to progress your practice and develop a deepening awareness of how your body feels moment to moment. You will leave feeling relaxed and refreshed.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Yin Yoga

Indulge in the slow, calm and mindful practice of yin yoga for the hips, legs, spine and shoulders. Yin is a less active style of yoga and yet a challenging practice as we hold our poses for a few minutes and focus on releasing and relaxing the muscles to work into the deeper connective tissues and fascia. We practice a yin yoga flow to move the spine through all six degrees of freedom whilst freeing into the hips and working into the legs. This quiet and still practice helps to cultivate breath and body awareness and release stresses and tensions from the mind and body. Paula teaches from a functional approach and provides modifications and variations to suit your unique body and help you find your own level of depth and comfort. Weekly classes are available in addition to extended monthly classes.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Yoga Therapuetics

This class focuses on the therapeutic and restorative benefits of yoga. It is suitable for anyone looking to improve their joint mobility and range of motion whilst building up muscular strength, mobility and appropriate flexibility. We practice slow, gentle and fluid movements and focus on spinal health and mobilisation, a joint freeing series of movements, breath and body awareness, meditation, simple breath practices and we end class with restorative deep relaxation. Although a small group class, Paula/Pol provides variations and modifications throughout class to meet the needs of each individual student ensuring accessibility and participation for all who attend. This class supports your health and wellbeing and promotes a mental, physical and emotional balance.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Restorative Yoga- Rest, Relax & Restore

Rest is an innate part of self health and wellbeing. Deep conscious and constructive rest provides the mind and body with peace, balance and vitality. Rest is essential, indispensable and a foundation for self-preservation. This class includes restorative yoga, guided relaxation and meditation to relax, soothe and unwind the mind, breath and body. The class is designed to improve your feeling of being-well and help to release stresses within the body and mind. It is a floor based practice with the support of bolsters, blankets and pillows and suitable for everybody. Two hour classes run regularly throughout the year.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNER FRIENDLY

Hatha Vinyasa Yoga

Rise & Shine for an energising Hatha Vinyasa yoga sequence followed by deep relaxation for the mind and body. Pol has developed his own blend of Hatha, Classical Ashtanga and Vinyasa Krama to provide a full body-mind workout and ensure the building of strength, stamina and flexibility for all who attend. You will receive plenty of encouragement and adjustments throughout the class. The class also incorporates core workout routines to help increase your fitness levels. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly for active individuals.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME

Yin & Restorative

Support the health and wellbeing of your mind and body with a slow and quiet yoga practice for Spring. Our Spring yin flow is specially designed to release stagnant energy and to help restore balance, vibrancy and energy. The yin practice will help release tensions and stresses from the spine and hips and support wellbeing. We will also practice restorative yoga poses to aid complete rest and relaxation before we end with a guided relaxation. Classes are on Sunday from 1pm to 3:00pm.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME

Tranquil Essence

The Tranquil Essence class is a stress-relief class held one Friday per month and is meticulously designed to offer you respite from life’s pressures. Under the guidance of Pól, the class serves as a gateway to tranquility, presenting an array of proven techniques to help you combat stress, anxiety, and the challenges that affect your daily life.

Experience a holistic approach to wellness with Tranquil Essence tailored to address modern challenges. Through a blend of mindfulness, meditation, sound healing, yoga nidra and relaxation techniques, you will learn to navigate the tumultuous waters of anxiety, finding an anchor in our supportive community.

When: Every 3rd Friday of each month

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME

Shamanic Savasana Meditation

The Shamanic Savasana Meditation is a simple and enjoyable way to experience deep meditative states. The class is suitable from complete beginners to experienced meditators. The meditation class begins with a warmup of simple mindful movements, breath awareness, breathing techniques and a style of guided meditation known as journeying using story telling, visualisation and imagery. The remainder of the meditation class is spent lying down in Savasana (a supported resting pose) to facilitate complete relaxation as you are guided on a relaxation journey by Pól. This is the perfect end to your week, bringing clarity of mind and deep relaxation for your mind and body. An absolute stress buster for our modern lives.

When: Every 3rd Friday of each month

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME

Hypno-Healing Meditation

The Hypno-Healing Meditation is a simple and enjoyable way to experience deep meditative states. The class is suitable from complete beginners to experienced meditators. The meditation class begins with a warmup of simple mindful movements, breath awareness, breathing techniques and a style of guided meditation known as journeying using story telling, visualisation and imagery. The remainder of the meditation class is spent lying down in Savasana (a supported resting pose) to facilitate complete relaxation as you are guided on a relaxation journey by Pól. This is the perfect end to your week, bringing clarity of mind and deep relaxation for your mind and body. An absolute stress buster for our modern lives.

When: Every 3rd Friday of each month

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME

Classical Ashtanga Yoga

Classical Ashtanga Yoga refers to the 8 limb path within Patanjali’s Raja yoga sutras. Not to be confused with ashtanga vinyasa or Ashtanga yoga. Pól will guide you through Classical Ashtanga Yoga sequences to help develop Stamina, Strength and Flexibility within your personal practice. With patience and time you will gain a deeper understanding of your own yoga practice and the confidence to experiment with the more challenging aspects of Classical Ashtanga Yoga.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME

Chakra Yoga

Recharge your energy with a Chakra Balancing Yoga Class. The chakra system can be viewed as energy map of our body. Over time and through life experiences, our chakras can be blocked or imbalanced; this can have a direct impact on our physical, emotional and mental wellbeing. You will be guided through specific poses and movements aimed at unblocking and balancing each of the seven chakras. The practice will finish with a deeply relaxing Chakra Yoga Nidra that will leave you feeling balanced, grounded and energised in body, mind and spirit.

LEVEL : ALL – BEGINNERS WELCOME