Classes

Class Descriptions

We have a variety of Drop-in Classes and Courses on offer at our Yoga Centres in the UK. Please read through the descriptions to find the classes that suit you, check the Class Timetable of your local Centre - and be sure to read these Practising Tips before coming to your first Yoga Class.

Community Yoga & Pranayama

Consists of a balance of exercises suitable for all ages and levels of competence. Class includes longer relaxation, yoga postures, pranayama breathing techniques and a short meditation. Our aim is to make our classes accessible for everyone, therefore the entrance to this class is by donation.

Edinburgh

Lunchtime Yoga

Half an hour of harmony for body, mind and soul - to relax, re-energise and refocus yourself for the rest of the day.

Edinburgh

Gentle Yoga

A gentle class for when you are recovering from illness or injury, are feeling elderly or infirm, during pregnancy, or if you just prefer a slower, more cautious pace.

London

Back Care Yoga

Yoga for Back Care is both for those who have suffered with chronic back pain or general back and neck discomfort, and also for those who want to learn preventative care, as well as correct alignment and good discernment of postures during yoga practice.

London

General Yoga

This class will improve flexibility whilst toning the body, help keep the joints and spine supple, as well as provide short relaxation and breath techniques. The General Yoga class is open to everyone, including those new to yoga, and it also has the flexibility of catering for those who are more experienced in their practice.

Edinburgh

Relaxation & Meditation

Give yourself the bliss of winding down at the end of the day with gentle tension-releasing asanas and the deep relaxation experienced in Yoga Nidra. Also explore how meditation can guide you towards inner peace and happiness, and learn ways to develop a regular meditation practice.

London, Edinburgh

Relaxation Class

Half an hour of winding down at the end of the day with guided deep relaxation - Yoga Nidra. This technique also enables you to access your subconscious, connect with inner motivations, and manifest the positive intentions within you.

Edinburgh

Level 1 / YIDL Foundation Course

The yoga exercises from Level 1 in the Yoga in Daily Life System are called Sarav Hitta Asanas, which means "good for all". Level 1 is designed for beginners and those who want to build a firm foundation to their existing practice. Includes: yoga exercises to increase flexibility and strength of muscles and improve the function of internal organs; yogic breathing to reduce stress and anxiety; traditional pranayama, relaxation and meditation techniques.

London, Edinburgh

Level 2

Deepen your awareness of asanas, relaxation, pranayama and meditation by progressing to the second level of the Yoga in Daily Life system. This class is for when you have completed the YIDL Level 1/ Foundation Course or at least 3 months of YIDL Level 1 drop-in classes, and have consulted with your yoga teacher about the appropriate level for your practice.

London, Edinburgh

Level 3

Continue further through the YIDL Levels when you are ready to dive deeper within yourself through the practice of traditional asanas, pranayama, meditation and mantras. You shall have practised at least 3 months of YIDL Level 2 drop-in classes and/or the Level 2 Course before moving into this level, after consultation with your yoga teacher.

London, Edinburgh

Level 4

Learn new inverted postures and other advanced asanas; clear your energy channels with Nadi Shodhana pranayama and experience deeper meditation.

London

Level 5

Level 5 is available as a Course for those who have completed some months of practising Level 4. Be guided through the more advanced asanas, pranayamas and meditations.

London

Spiritual/Inspiration Evenings

A selection of formats for these peaceful Friday evening sessions, such as:

Inspiring spiritual films
Chanting kirtans, bhajans, mantras
Concerts of Indian classical music with bamboo flute and/or other instruments.
“Green Tea peace evenings”, cup of green tea, reading from various spiritual books, followed by silent circle meditation for World Peace
Yoga Philosophy discussion and contemplation

This is a new programme for 2011 and we are open to adapting it according to your needs and our possibilities. Please feel free to make any suggestions or requests.

Edinburgh

Workshops, Retreats & Special Events

Special events take place periodically on weekends and other times during the week - both within our Centres and at other venues. Programmes so far have included: Talk "Vegetarianism & Yoga - what's the connection?"; Chanting Workshop; Weekend Health Workshops; Sustainable Eco-Living Exhibitions; Yoga & Meditation Weekend Retreats; Mind Body Spirit Festivals; Veggie Pride; Classical Indian Music Concerts and the annual UK Tour with His Holiness Swamiji. All of these are part of the broader application of yogic principles leading to truly living yoga in our daily life.

If you have any requests for particular aspects of yoga that you would like to learn about and practise more in depth, we are happy to consider creating something for it. Or if you know of some public events you think we should be a part of, please speak to the teachers at your local Yoga in Daily Life Ashram. Thank you for your involvement and interest!