Services: Classes
The Alexander Technique
Posture has an impact on our overall health and well-being. The Alexander Technique teaches skills that improve how you move and feel. It can be applied to everyday activities such as walking, sitting, working at a computer and playing sport. The Technique is taught through a series of one to one lessons. Regular introductory group workshops are also held at the centre. Michelle Cole, the Alexander Technique teacher, has a website with more information about the Technique at www.gooduse.com
Michelle is a member of The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique;
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Pilates
Pilates is a system of movements which focus on developing core stability, enabling your whole body to move with greater ease. The exercises are slow, fluid and controlled, often co-ordinating the movement and breath. Pilates exercises stabilise, strengthen and mobilise and help improve flexibility. Practising pilates regularly will allow you to enjoy greater balance, co-ordination and a posture that will promote a healthier body. Our teachers are excellent and you will benefit enormously from the individual attention, corrective alignment, and perceptive monitoring possible when working in a small class. We currently have five pilates classes per week. Please call or email for availability and times.'
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Yoga
The practice of yoga can lead you ultimately into a deeply personal and individual path or journey of mental and physical self-discovery. Our classes focus on developing your awareness and sensitivity through the practice of asanas, pranayama and meditation, so that you may progress towards developing your own personal practice. Suitable and adaptable to all levels of physical ability; learning the poses, breathing techniques and meditation is a lifetime gift to yourself. The tranquility of The Quiet Space combined with the small group size allows for individual attention, guidance and support in practising the subtlety and art of Hatha Yoga.
'Although yoga is not an alternative therapy as such, it can provide a holistic solution to many disorders. Yoga Therapy is a powerful preventative and healing medical form of gentle exercise. The physical postures, and series of movements cover a wide range of body movements which have an important impact on the improvement of structural alignment, muscular toning, organic efficiency, stamina increase, mental concentration, emotional balance and relaxation. Through breathing exercises the body receives oxygen, it is decongested and rested, improving all aspects of circulation.
Great emphasis needs to be put on practice, it should be systematic and therefore adherence to a regular routine is necessary. The amount of time and effort put into practice brings corresponding results
Yoga For Pregnancy
Our special pre-natal yoga classes aim to facilitate a greater enjoyment of pregnancy and birth. Pre-natal yoga practice can help prevent and alleviate Heartburn, Varicose veins, Low back pain, Tension and Fatigue. Through dynamic exercise you will learn to synchronize movement with breath avoiding strain. Develop flexibility, endurance and awareness. Relax, resting your body and calming your mind. Gain Confidence by familiarising yourself with the muscles used for birthing.
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Post Natal And Baby Yoga
The baby yoga is a natural follow up of the Pregnancy Yoga, through it the mother gains confidence in handling her baby at the same time as the baby is helped with his/her development and general well-being, both benefiting physically and mentally. It consists of stretching, and strengthening for mother and baby separately and together, there is breathing practice for the mother and relaxation together. The aim of this class is to enhance the mother and baby bonding, to create a harmonious space where they can work and play with concentration and last but not least help the mother to regain her body after birthing.
Taught by: Andrea
Lower Back Pain
Yoga therapy is particularly suitable for people with back problems. It
offers a holistic approach to illness, which nourishes and strengthens the
body and mind. Since it is non-invasive, the person always remains in
control. Because of the wide range of yoga techniques available, it is
suitable for anyone regardless of age or fitness, and is safe for people in
severe pain.
Yoga does not seek to offer a "quick fix", but through its combination of
specific physical exercises, breathing practises and relaxation, yoga can
help most people with back problems.
It can reduce the physical and mental tension associated with back pain,
improve flexibility and mobility, strengthen muscles, improve posture and
even if the pain persists, help you to manage it.
Yoga can also be used as a preventative regime, to avoid, or reduce the
severity of, back pain in the future.
A one-to-one assessment, in which the Therapist will take a case history and
conduct a physical examination of your spine. This will enable you to work
out with the practitioner the best way forward.
The QS offers the options described below, for people with lower back
problems, depending on the severity of their symptoms. (If your problem is
in the upper back, or neck, you can follow the procedures below, but we may
recommend a different type of class.
Two options:
- further one-to-one sessions
- a small class for moderate to severe LBP
Gentle Yoga Sessions
By taking a slow but steady pace this Yoga practise will have a gentle
though effective approach which will make them very low risk.
Since these classes will be low in attendance numbers individual attention
will be given and the therapist will care for personal difficulties. During
these classes we will work on yoga positions and series of positions
carefully chosen by the therapist to achieve more flexibility, strength,
relaxation and improve breathing.
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