Yoga
Yoga is a practice that has been around for over 5,000 years. It works with the body and breath simultaneously to stretch, relax and strengthen our whole being - heart, mind and body.
Our ‘Gentle’ or ‘Starting’ classes are perfect not just if you are new to Yoga but also for recovering from an injury.
“The gentle class was just what I needed to get started on improving my posture”
With our Starting classes, learn the fundamental principles to ensure you strengthen and improve suppleness without straining. |Learn the basics of Yoga, including aspects of pranayama (the breath work) and asanas (the postures). Gain a deeper understanding of your energy - physical, mental and emotional - and how you spend it as well as how to recharge effectively.
Gentle Yoga classes including variations for all levels. It is a good place to start for those recovering from injuries. Equally, if you are a seasoned practitioner, Gentle classes are an ideal way to refine technique and get back to the basics.
Progress at your own pace and try different teachers - enjoy the variety of styles within Yoga.
‘Enjoying Yoga’ classes are for those with some experience to deepen and relish postures and flows. They are also suitable for people new to Yoga who are reasonably fit and injury free. Attend a stronger class to work in a controlled way, strengthening while protecting joints and muscles.
For Pregnancy and Post-natal classes, click here.
Injury or back pain?
Both yoga and pilates can help in recovering from injury or easing a chronic condition such as back pain (see Yoga Articles for some success stories). Be sure to speak to your teacher, so that she can allow for your condition. Don't expect miracles, but care and persistence usually produces results. We believe in a holistic approach to your health, and work closely with medical practitioners and therapists where necessary.
Benefits of a regular Yoga practice:
• Strengthen and tone core muscles supporting your back and stomach
• Improve suppleness and heal your body
• Achieve a sense of balance, harmony and calm
• Work your whole body and focus your mind
• Yoga is for all ages - our members age range is from teens to their 80s
Choose a class to suit you
Well being, Rehabilitation and Specialist classes
See our Timetable for full list of classes
Yoga Nidra
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Experience the profoundly relaxing and highly therapeutic practice of Yoga Nidra. This deeply restorative, guided meditation promotes a profound release of layers of accumulated physical, mental & emotional tension. No experience of yoga is necessary, as the practice requires nothing of you but to lie down and listen... Read more here.
Kundalini Yoga
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Kundalini is for everyone and suitable for absolute beginners. Enjoy practicing breathing techniques, mantras and guided meditation as well as moving the body in postures and always end a class with a blissful Gong sound healing.
Yoga Therapy
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Yoga is helpful for those with specific health problems. There are yoga techniques to reduce stress and help the recovery of strength and confidence after major surgery, or while under treatment for a serious or chronic illness. It can also help those suffering from pain or stress or dealing with physical or mental trauma.
Calming the Mind
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Calming the Mind is a mindful yoga class where you’re guided through gentle yoga poses and movement using the breath and awareness. We also practice restorative yoga poses using props such as bolsters and blankets to bring the body into a state of deep relaxation which in return relaxes the mind. A great opportunity to press the pause button, let go of muscle tension and reset the mind. The class will leave you feeling relaxed, calm and ready to face the rest of the day. It is suitable for complete beginners as well as those who have been practising regularly for years.
Chair Yoga
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For those who have trouble getting on to the floor to lie or sit.
Diagnostic 1-2-1 sessions
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Diagnostic 1-2-1 sessions (£45 for 45 minutes) are shorter sessions for those who would like some guidance because they are worried about their overall health and/or fitness level. Once assessed, we will recommend suitable class(es) or continuing with 1-2-1s .
Try us today
> Choose a class at the level of experience, pace and teaching style that suits you
> Class sizes limited to ensure individual instruction
> No pressure - you progress at your own pace
> Expert and enthusiastic teachers
> Guidance to help you progress within your capability
Email: bookings@boco-uk.com
Call: 0208 399 3930
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