Hatha Yoga
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Gentle Twist, Backbend and Forward Bend Sequence
In this simple, slow class you'll repeat the movements of twist, backbend and forward bend in standing, lunge, kneeling and sitting position, giving you a good all-round, whole body stretch.
Props needed: a blanket to kneel on if required and two bricks.
Mat direction: short edge of the mat faci... -
7 Kneeling Stretches
Enjoy a good whole-body stretch in these poses which are done kneeling on the floor. Please note this class might not be suitable if you have delicate knees.
Props needed: Blanket for padding under the knees and for Savasana if required.
Mat Direction: Short edge of mat facing screen
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Bridge Pose Flow
Move in and out of Bridge Pose variations to strengthen the back, core, glutes and hamstrings, while stretching the front of the body and opening the chest. We will then counterpose with gentle forward bends to stretch the back out.
Props needed: 2 blocks, a blanket for Savasana.
Mat direction:...
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Short Balancing Sequence
This short sequence will help improve your balance. You'll strengthen your legs and your core and improve your concentration.
Props needed: Blocks to put your hands on if you need it for standing splits.
Mat direction: N/A
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Twisting Flow
A slow flow to open tight pectoral muscles at the top of the chest, bring mobility to the spine, and stretch the front of the shoulders, the inner arms, and the abdominal muscles too.
Props needed: A belt and a block to sit on if you need it for the seated postures and to put under your head for...
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All-Round Steady Flow
Almost a vinyasa flow but not quite (the first part is missing) but this slow, steady, twisty flow includes a variety of lunges and standing poses, plus a seated sequence too.
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Quick Core Strengthening Sequence
Strengthen your core muscles in this floor-based sequence.
Props needed: None required
Mat direction: Long edge facing the screen.
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Energy Boost Flow
A dynamic, uplifting flow sequence to give you an energy boost.
Props needed: A block or a book to put under your heels if you need it for Malasana, a blanket for Savasana.
Mat direction: Short edge of mat facing screen.
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No Hands Flow
There's no weight-bearing on the hands and wrists in this class - no downward dogs, planks, lowering to the floor or cobra - just standing poses linked together followed by some seated postures. Expect a couple of balancing poses and some deep twists.
Props needed: Possibly a blanket or block to...
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Neck and Shoulder Release
Enjoy this short sequence to help release tension in the neck, shoulders and upper back.
Props needed: Whatever you need to feel comfortable.
Mat direction: n/a
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A Simple Sequence to Stretch Your Legs
Some supine poses to stretch the front, back, inner and outer legs. A good practice to do after you've been exercising or if you're looking for more flexibility in your legs and hips.
Props needed: 2 blocks or a book, a strap and a blanket.
Mat direction: Long edge of the mat facing the screen ...
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Standing Continuous Flow
In this class we'll be moving continuously through the poses to get energised and revitalised. We'll flow through two similar standing flows which include Warrior 2 Pose (Virabhadrasana II), Lizard Pose (Uttan Pristhasana), Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana), Standing Forward Bend (Prasarita Padottan...
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Chandra Namaskar
In this class I'm sharing the Moon Salutation with you (Sanskrit name Chandra Namaskar). Its a less energetic sequence than the Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar), focusing more on the legs and hips, and is suitable to practise in the evening to quieten the energy rather than rev it up.
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Sequence for Mobility and/or Warming Up
In this class you'll be moving the joints - shoulders, hands, spine, hips, knees, ankles and toes - to help improve your mobility and encourage freedom and general wellbeing. You can also use this class as a warm-up for your yoga practice or another form of exercise.
Props needed: None required ...
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Legs-up-the-Wall Pose and Variations
Take a few minutes out from your busy day to do Legs-up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani) and rest for a while. This relaxing pose is beneficial for the heart, the veins of your legs, your nervous system and your mind. We'll add in some other gentle poses here such as a variation of Bound Angle Pos...
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Energy Boost
If you want to wake up your energy then these practices will do the trick. You'll move your body in all directions in repetitive and rhythmic movements which will help to release tension and allow your energy (known in yoga as Prana) to flow freely throughout your body. Please note: some of these...
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Parsvakonasana Progression
Starting with the most gentle variation of Side Angle Pose (Parsvakonasana) with your forearm resting on your thigh, we'll practice this pose repeatedly adding props as we make the pose a bit more challenging each time. We'll also visit some different variations of Wide-Legged Standing Forward Be...
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Quick Flow For When You Don't Have Much Time
An all-round flow with lots of standing postures which will strengthen and stretch your legs and move your shoulders through their range of movement. There are some forward bends, gentle backbends and side stretches, all done in quick succession to give you a complete full-body class in under 20 ...
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Morning Wake-Up Flow 1
This short class is ideal to practise first thing in the morning. We'll gently move the joints and stretch the muscles to warm-up then pick up the pace for a round of Sun Salutations that include Reverse Warrior Pose (Viparita Virabhadrasana), Triangle Pose (Uttitha Trikonasana) and Warrior 2 Pos...
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No Hands Balancing Sequence
We keep the hands together in Prayer Position (Anjali Mudra) for nearly every pose in this sequence, so it's a good one to do if you're resting your wrists or shoulders - there's no weight-bearing on the hands at all. But you will challenge your balance as we step forward and back from High Lunge...
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Sequence With Weights for Upper Body Strengthening
In this class the focus is on strengthening the upper body and the abdominals. After some warming up for the arms, shoulders and back, the sequence will take you through lunges with bicep curls and shoulder presses, Side Angle Pose (Utthita Parsvakonasana) with a diagonal 'pull' with the weight a...
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Standing Pose Sequence
Grounding down through feet to feel rooted and stable, this Iyengar-style class takes you through classic standing poses such as Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana II), Reverse Warrior (Viparita Virabhadrasana), Triangle Pose (Trikonasana), Side Angle Pose (Utthita Parsvakonasana), Standing Forward Bend (...
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No Hands Flow
I couldn't decide whether this flow sequence should be classified as a Hatha Yoga class or a Vinyasa Flow - so I've put it in both categories! Although strictly speaking it doesn't contain the usual vinyasa (literal translation is 'to place in a special way') of Plank/Downward Facing Dog/Cobra, i...
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Hip Mobility Class Using a Chair
You'll begin sitting on the chair for a gentle, repetetive warm-up for shoulders, arms, spine and hips and then come to standing for some variations of classic poses such as Warrior 1 (Virabhadrasana I), Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana II), Reverse Warrior (Viparita Virabhadrasana) and Pyramid Pose (Pa...