Its theoretical basis, originating some five thousand years ago, is a tried and tested science and philosophy which uses a variety of approaches to restore and maintain health, enhance well being and also offer a powerful tool to guide us on a journey of personal and spiritual growth. Patanjali, the great sage responsible for formulating The Yoga Sutras, describes the way to do this as being able to, "still the thought waves of the mind."
After following different paths over the years, I attended my first yoga class in 1995 realising immediately that I found my home. Ever since I am studying yoga and meditation intensively. During my time at AUM Hari, I got introduced to Ayurveda by Shri Balaji Tambe, who is my spiritual master since 1998. Shri Balaji Tambe is the founder of the Atmasantulana Village, one of India's biggest Ayurveda Centers.
At The Yoga Practice, we believe that yoga benefits everyone, whatever their age, ability or experience. We specialise in hatha yoga, which consists of a variety of physical poses and stretches, as well as various breathing, focussing and relaxing techniques. The Yoga Practice is based in Isleworth, West London and most of our classes are held in or around this area.
This site is a resource for current and potential students of Jackie and her fellow teachers. This is Hatha Yoga and each class will consist of an initial Breathing and Limbering session and slowly moving on to the Posture aim of the class. There is also Relaxation at the end of every session, with Meditation in some classes as appropriate. PLEASE NOTE the new Introduction to Meditation on Thursday evenings.
Hot Yoga House is inspired by Bikram Choudhury, the original hot yoga guru. This yoga, suited for all ages and abilities, consists of a series of postures performed in a room heated to approximately 40°C (105 degrees) and an average humidity of 40%. Some of the benefits include weight loss, stress relief, flexibility, balance, strength, muscle tone, improved concentration, breathing, increased circulation, and alleviating back pain.
With life filled with demands we can feel that the life we are living is moving away from us and out of our control. We dream of reducing our stress levels to give us balance in our lives and we search for different relaxation techniques to heal and support us through our life journey. At the Joanne Sumner Studio we have many relaxation techniques, skills and teachings, in one place, so we can help you master your well-being and move forward with your life goals.
Connect with our best self, finding your resources and capabilities to be what you want to be, shape your life and influence positively the people around us. A wonderful treat for yourself, practice yoga and learn the basic principles of Zen Shiatsu, a traditional hands-on therapy originating in Japan.
I run fun, friendly group and one to one classes for all levels and abilities in Hampton and surrounding areas. Specialising in Dance and Yoga classes for adults and children aged nine upwards. Offering a variety of classes including Yoga for all levels, Zumba, Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Dance-Yoga Fusion and Wedding Dance lessons (for the completely terrified to the seasoned professional!). Also available, one to one tuition, Sports and Pregnancy Massage.
SundaraMama means Beautiful Mother and our expertise lies in supporting women during pregnancy, birth and the transition to motherhood. By choosing SundaraMama you will receive the highest quality pregnancy yoga, birth preparation and Mother & Baby yoga tuition available, in one-to-one sessions, group pregnancy yoga classes, Birth rehearsals and workshops, private Hypnobirthing workshops and Mother and Baby Yoga classes.
Sammie was first introduced to yoga whilst traveling in South East Asia and became hooked immediately. Seven years later Sammie is not only a fully qualified British Wheel of Yoga teacher but a hands on mum who is slowly building up Yoga-Fitness around her two boisterous toddlers! Initially drawn to yoga for the physical benefits such as improved tone, strength, flexibility and posture, Sammie quickly realised that there were many other benefits on offer.