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Also on this page Hatha Yoga Open Class Seniors Yoga Teens Yoga Qi Gong / ThaiChi

All Yoga classes are 'drop-in' so there is no need to book in advance. Wear loose comfortable clothing. We have Yoga mats.
If you have any conditions or injuries you are worried about, let the teacher know at the beginning of the class.

Beginners Yoga

The prospect of joining a yoga class for the first time can be quite daunting.
Here we will try to answer some common questions and put right some common misconceptions.

There is no need to book a place in advance. We have quite a large hall and we'll always find a space for you.

There are no particular rules or dress code at The Yoga Hall. Wear any loose comfortable clothing, for example tracksuit trousers and a t-shirt. Some wear leggings or shorts. Some wear vests or sweatshirts. We usually practice in bare feet but it is advisable to bring some warm socks or jumper in the winter to keep you comfortable during the most relaxing parts of the class.

There are also no rules about how often you should come. You will benefit most from a regular practice. Once a week to begin with is fine. When you are inspired by your journey into yoga, you may want to do more. We have vouchers for 4 classes within one month that give you a small discount to help your commitment.

We have mats at The Yoga Hall so there is no need to bring your own, although you are welcome to do so if you prefer. We also have cushions for support if you need them. There is no other equipment necessary to practice yoga.

You don't have to be flexible to practice yoga. Flexibility, strength and balance are by-products of a process that gets your mind and body working together. Once you are in touch with how you are already, you can begin to release the resistance to becoming your best potential.

Yoga is not 'laying about, chanting'. While one of the most important aspects of yoga is to learn to relax, it can also be quite vigorous. At The Yoga Hall we practice intuitively - it's a new adventure every time.

Most other people in the class are beginners too, so you will be in good company.

Enjoy a new experience and try a class.

Hatha Yoga Open Class

The OPEN classes are intended for people who already have some Yoga experience.

The main point of a Beginners Class is to get used to how to practice Yoga. By the time you are ready for an Open Class, you already know that Yoga is not a competition or a performance. You'll be able to approach your 'edges' with interest and without straining or collapse. You will be comfortable not doing anything you feel is inappropriate for you, without feeling inadequate. You will also be prepared to try something new.
You will have at least a basic understanding of Yoga asanas (postures), Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation), Breath awareness (Pranayama) and Meditation.

Seniors Yoga

Yoga is an ageless pathway to personal health and awareness of our own place of inner harmony and balance.
A consistent yoga practice can create miracles of healing of our bodies and minds.

Yoga works. It has been clinically shown to lower blood pressure, increase circulation, build muscle tissue, increase flexibility, relieve stress and stress-related symptoms, and strengthen the respiratory system. Other benefits include relief from symptoms of menopause, counteracting osteoporosis, cleansing of internal organs, energizing the nervous system, balancing out the digestive system and relief from headaches and lower back pain.

Yoga benefits the body, mind and soul. The choice to enjoy those benefits is yours.

You are welcome to come to the Seniors class, sit on a chair and lift a leg or arm or two.
You will also find some accomplished, occasionally upside down, yogis.

Teens Yoga

One of the most popular styles of Yoga in the world today, Ashtanga Yoga, was originally formulated for teenagers.
You will learn to put yourself into some quite amazing positions, at the same time improving your ability to relax and de-stress from full on learning at school. Yoga teaches us to be present and in touch with our natural selves. Then what comes easily to us, our talent, what we are best designed to be, is brought forward. We can trust our own feelings, be connected to the real world around us and yet be completely original.

Qi Gong and Thai Chi

Ancient gentle movememnt exercise to promote vitality and heath. Gentle stretching and mobilising the body and joints, breathing techniques, static postures, fluid walking forms and meditations. Safe, gentle and easy to learn so it is suitable for all levels

Meditation with Mudras

This is a drop in class so no need to book and it doesn’t matter if you have no previous experience with either meditation or mudras. We usually do a few very simple asanas to allow us to sit comfortably then we practice a mixture of meditation, visualisation and mudras. Mudras are asanas for the hands and fingers. They're a great way to relax the body, calm the mind and learn how to be present. If you’re feeling particularly energised by the end of the class you’ll be in plenty of time to make the Hatha Yoga Open class afterwards!

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