What is Yoga?
Yoga is a practice that has been uniting mind, body, and spirit holistically for thousands of years, originating from India; and you do not have to be incredibly flexible to gain the benefits. In Sanskrit the translation of yoga translates to, "yoke" or "unite," reflecting on yogas philosophy on life. Through the union of movement, breath-work, self-study and meditative practices yoga allows us to lead a balanced lifestyle, whilst finding a focus on a meaningful outlook on life. The ultimate goal of Yoga is to reach 'samadhi', or inner peace.
Over time, various forms of yoga have emerged, with most of them emphasising the relief from pain and discomfort. Yoga focuses on postures (asanas) and how they can be combined to create a seamless flow, helping us to gain flexibility, reduce tension, control thoughts and emotions, focus and to cultivate an inner calm. Further, yoga encourages us to practice self-love and compassion, enabling the management of life's challenges.
Why do Yoga?
Yoga is a wonderful practice that benefits the mind, body, and spirit. Available to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level or experience. Whether you're looking to improve your flexibility, reduce stress, or simply nurture your inner peace, yoga can help you achieve your goals. So why not give it a try today!
Purna Yoga emphasises the connection between mind, body, and spirit, offering a comprehensive approach that nurtures all aspects of you as a human being. This holistic approach integrates physical postures (asanas), breath work (pranayama) and meditation. It emphasises on a balanced and safe practice that nurtures the body and mind, promoting overall well-being.
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Reduce stress and anxiety
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Connecting the physical and mental aspects, encouraging mindfulness and awareness
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Support the health of bones and joints
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Increase flexibility
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Cultivate self-awareness, resilience and personal change
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Improve attention and focus
Why Choose Purna Yoga?
New to Yoga?
At Shala of Yoga, I believe in taking you on a journey. Classes begin with breathing exercises and a gentle warm-up to prepare the body for the practice ahead. The main part of the class incorporates postures (asanas), held for various lengths, so a flow is created before transitioning to a cooling down phase and stretching. I aim to create a class that calms the mind, increases body strength and flexibility, and improves the connecting with your inner self. Verbal and visual cues are given throughout the class to assist you to achieve your goals in manageable steps
