Yoga
Strengthening Bodies & Minds
🧘♀️ What to Expect:
Ananda Health and Wellbeing classes focus on community and connection. We don't judge and we leave our egos at the door. We invite people to come as they are and each class is an opportunity for personal reflection and self-discovery, allowing you to connect with your body and mind.
The class begins with grounding into the space and connecting with yourself. We begin with gentle stretches and breathing exercises with mindfulness or meditation to promote mental clarity and relaxation and to prepare the body for movement. You will practice a series of yoga poses (asanas) that may vary in difficulty and style, focusing on strength, flexibility, and balance. We incorporate pranayama (breath control) techniques to enhance relaxation and focus during the practice.
At the end of the class we end with a cool-down period and Savasana (corpse pose), allowing the body to relax and integrate the benefits of the practice.
Throughout the class I will provide cues and adjustments to help you align your body properly and safely throughout the session.
🌟 Benefits of Yoga:
The benefits of yoga include: Improved flexibility, physical strength, stress reduction, improved posture and allignment, pain relief and a developed mind-body connection.
Classes:
📅 When: Tuesdays - 18:30 - 19:30
📍 Where: Westfield Community Hall TA6 7EU
🌟 Style: Hatha Flow
💖 Cost: £32.00 per block (4 weeks) / £10.00 PAYG
Special Events:
Yoga Nidra Guided Meditation ~ Reflection and Release
📅 When: Tuesday 30th December 2025 - 1900 - 2000
📍 Where: Westfield Community Hall TA6 7EU
💖 Cost: £12.00
This special event will be focussing on reflecting on the year, releasing anything that no longer serves you and setting intentions for the New Year. Please bring your own mat.
The Power of the Breath Workshop
📅 When: Sunday 01st January 2026 - 1400 - 1600
📍 Where: Westfield Community Hall TA6 7EU
💖 Cost: £25.00
This workshop will explore the magic of the breath. We will dispel myths, practice and perfect some techniques for specific health benefits, including: creating heat energy, calming / grounding and preparing for sleep.
Let’s embrace this journey together! Contact me to reserve your spot.
Yoga classes offer a unique blend of physical practice and philosophical exploration, creating a holistic experience for participants. As students enter the space, they are warmly greeted by a calm and happy environment that encourages mindfulness and presence. The class typically begins with a brief introduction, where I set an intention or theme for the session, drawing from yogic philosophy. This could include concepts such as ahimsa (non-violence), santosha (contentment), or svadhyaya (self-study), which serve as guiding principles throughout the practice. By integrating these philosophical elements, students are invited to reflect on their personal journeys and how these teachings can be applied to their daily lives.
As the class progresses, the physical practice of asanas (yoga poses) becomes a vehicle for embodying these philosophical teachings. For instance, while practicing balance poses, students may be encouraged to cultivate steadiness and focus, reflecting the principle of dharana (concentration). I will remind participants to listen to their bodies, promoting the idea of self-awareness and acceptance, which aligns with the yogic concept of svadhyaya. This connection between movement and philosophy not only enhances the physical benefits of yoga but also deepens the understanding of oneself and one’s relationship with the world.
The end of the yoga class includes a period of relaxation and reflection, where students are guided into Savasana (Corpse Pose) or a meditation. During this time, I share insights or quotes from ancient yogic texts, encouraging participants to contemplate the teachings and how they resonate with their experiences. This integration of philosophy into the practice fosters a sense of community and shared understanding among participants, as they collectively explore the deeper aspects of yoga. Ultimately, the weaving of yogic philosophy into yoga classes enriches the experience, allowing individuals to cultivate not only physical strength and flexibility but also mental clarity and emotional resilience.