Covid 19 Update - 23rd September 2020
Dear Friends and Students,
Glenys and myself are both well and keeping fit. We are maintaining our yoga practice.
We jog down to the seafront every other day. Glenys attends her gym and I run along the promenade. We also practice our archery a couple of times a week so keeping busy.
We are selling a kit all of which has been used at the studio for £70. This would enable you to attend classes, taking your own props. To have a home practice and to participate in Zoom lessons should you wish. Note. You can buy these props new online for around £150.
Kind Regards,
Love Alan and Glenys
There are many different styles of yoga, ranging from very gentle to extremely energetic, and everything in-between. Before you come to a class please read the information on this web-site carefully, and feel free to call us and ask any questions you wish.
'Hatha' is a general term which is used to describe any sort of yoga practice which involves a combination of postures, controlled breathing, and some kind of concentration and relaxation. All classes involve these elements to some extent. Within this general term there are also specific types of yoga which have their own format and are practiced in a particular way. Please read the following class descriptions before deciding which class to come to.
These type of classes will involve practicing a combination of postures, breathing and relaxation. They will vary a lot depending on the teacher. Some classes are strong and energetic, others more gentle and relaxing, and some in-between. Please refer to the Class Choices page to check on specific classes.
The Yoga-is studio teaches Hatha Yoga.
More conveniently known as Astanga yoga. This is potentially very energetic and physically strong. It originates from Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and involves learning a set sequence of postures practiced continuously, combined with controlled breathing. It involves a lot of movement, a fair amount of upper body work and you will get hot and sweaty.
There are 3 types of classes.
The Yoga-is Studio offers Dynamic Yoga which is energetic and physically strong. Dynamic yoga involves practicing yoga postures linked into flowing sequences. These sequences are continuous and worked with the breath.
Originates from B.K.S. Iyengar. It involves qualities of attention and alignment in postures. Postures are held statically for a relatively long period of time and great strength and stamina as well as flexibility can be developed. The use of various props such as blocks, belts, blankets and chairs to support the body are a key feature of this style. Great emphasis is placed on correct and safe positioning of the body, with detailed verbal instruction by the teacher.
Glenys and Alan are both keen practitioners of B.K.S. Iyengar style yoga. They are both greatly influenced by Iyengar so attention is paid to alignment in postures and props are widely used in the students practice and development.