General Yoga Class

General yoga classes seated or lying down, learning to 'switch off' and pay attention to the breath. Then we commence gentle stretches and warm ups for the feet, toes, calves, thighs, hips, shoulders, neck and wrists done either supine (lying down), prone, kneeling, seated or standing. This is followed by some strengthening exercises for the 'core support' muscles, sometimes using muscle energy techniques, sometimes performed as flowing sequences. After that we wind down with forward or back bends, some inversions or supine recovery poses. Gentle twists often form a prelude to some pranayama (seated breathing techniques), which is followed by a relaxation period, usually lying down and being very comfortable, learning visualisation techniques and learning to focus inwardly to bring relaxation and healing to all the cells of the body.

'Although I've moved to Manchester I still come to Lucy's classes because I find her classes so helpful and centering. I also want my boyfriend to come and experience such a good and knowledgeable teacher' - Susie

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