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| Another Testimonial23 Jul 2008 "The best thing I have done all year" says member Susan Dick. Timetables for the Summer Holiday (28 July - 7 Sept 08) are now available from Reception, or by emailing admin@boco-uk.com Yoga Holiday in Italy 30 May-6 June 20099 Jun 2008* Relaxing yoga holiday next year in the Sabine Hills, north of Rome. * Lovely location, with superb facilities and beautiful scenery.
* A wonderful opportunity for us to relax and practice our yoga, far from the stresses of everyday life.
* Details of location at www.insabina.com
For further information or to register interest email Karin at admin@boco-uk.com. An article in the Daily Telegraph relates how regular practice of yoga or pilates can improve stability and balance. In January, Khatun gave two sessions on Yoga Breathing and Relaxation to staff members of Hinchley Wood School. She already provides regular yoga sessions for the pupils of another local school, and many of our members are of course parents, so we can now congratulate ourselves on being able to provide Yoga for an entire school. Yoga for Sales1 Feb 2008Boco recently pioneered a new use for Yoga- to help a sales force relax and cope with stress. As part of a sales conference Khatun gave a session on Breath, Body Awareness and Relaxation to a multinational sales team. The session was very well received. Boco Member Qualifies as a Teacher5 Sep 2007Congratulations to member Audrey Brun, who has successfully completed a Yoga teacher training course with the British School of Yoga. She has been coming to yoga classes and workshops at Body Concepts for the last year. Progress at Boco - Another Testimonial5 Sep 2007Christine Pitt has found that the outstanding quality of teaching at Boco has helped her progress across the board. See her testimonial. Jill Tonks has found Yoga of great benefit in helping to treat a bad back.
See details. Those members who attend Colin's Tuesday Active Yoga class have asked for it to run a second time during the week, so that they can come twice. The class will run on Thursday at 9.35. A striking vote of confidence in one of our new teachers - well done Colin. Yoga for Babies; Yoga for Pregnancy6 Jun 2007Our Yoga for Babies class has been temporarily suspended, several of the participants having reached the "back to work" stage. Others are interested, and as soon as we can assemble five people, we will start running the class again. The same applies to our "Yoga for Pregnancy" class - temporarily suspended but ready to restart if there is sufficient demand. A special pregnancy membership is available for only £15; this can be converted to full membership later if you wish. Just register interest in either class at Reception or on admin@boco-uk.com Insurance Cover for Pilates Lessons4 Jun 2007At the recommendation of a physio, one of our members has embarked on a course of treatment comprising two Pilates one to one sessions, followed by eight lessons. The good news is that the treatment is going well and reducing the level of pain suffered. Almost as good is that the treatment is covered by her medical insurance. Something to think about if you have a medical condition which might benefit from either Yoga or Pilates, as a supplement to your practitioner's treatment. Stability and the Swiss Ball15 May 2007A New Special Class on 14 July with Sonia. Is your Swiss Ball still flat or in its box? Learn how to use it effectively and enjoyably. Swiss ball exercises are particularly effective in toning the abdomen. If there is sufficient demand, this will become a regular class. We have only a very limited supply of Swiss balls, so most participants will have to bring their own. If you don't have one, call Reception and ask if a ball is available. | New Yoga Teacher - Colin Dunsmuir29 Mar 2007 Body Concepts is glad to welcome a new teacher, Colin Dunsmuir. He will be teaching our Tuesday Active Yoga class next term. Colin has been studying Yoga for well over decade. Having undergone numerous extensive trainings in many traditional disciplines, he continues to study and practice authentic techniques under the mentorship of leading teachers in India. His main focus is Astanga and Yoga Therapy and he supports this with ongoing work into Ayurveda. He is a British Wheel of Yoga diploma course tutor. Yoga For Backs - Another Testimonial29 Jan 2007One of our members started with our "Yoga for Backs" class, & has progressed so well she has left the class & moved to a regular class. See her comments below Pilates and Abdominal Strength - a new workshop exploring techniques of working core muscles to strengthen without straining Props to Enhance Your Home practice19 Nov 2006Body Concepts now have the following items on sale to enhance your home practice: Indian Cotton Blanket £14 Bolsters £30 Blocks £3.50 Cork brick £9 Eye pillow £10 Mat £10 YOGA IN THE PARK15 Sep 2006Visitors to Painshill Park on 10 September were treated to a co-ordinated display of Yoga and some spectacular human pyramids. They were part of the Yoga Fun Day organised by Body Concepts. The event was also in aid of and supported by Rainbow Trust Children's Charity. The day included a Yoga Trail, with a quiz for children to answer questions based on a wide display of information about the body and how it works. Interested adults could take part in the demonstrations or try Yoga relaxation techniques for themselves in a Relax Room set in the Gothic Temple, with a beautiful view over the lake. The purpose of the day was to show that Yoga is fun and healthy and can be done anywhere. The display included examples of the increasing use of Yoga by international sportsmen such as Freddie Flintoff and Roy Keene. Ryan Giggs is another notable example, crediting Yoga with a substantial role in his return to fitness. He autographed a Manchester United tee shirt, which was donated for the Fun Day by the Iyengar Association of the UK. Displayed on the day, it will be auctioned by the Rainbow Trust at their Glass Slipper Ball later this year. Further information from 0208 398 4391 or www.boco-uk.com Health Benefits - Testimonials30 Jun 2006If an exercise hurts, it's hard to continue it, even if it's supposed to help. Yoga and Pilates, done properly, is pain free and can help to relieve pain. Attached are some testimonials from our members. pillows for pregancy... link to the website for details Michael McFadden is a rising young local artist whose works are inspired by yoga concepts and practice. He has been exhibited in public libraries and at a well-known Health Club. See our 'links' page. working with medical practitioners10 Feb 2006Body Concepts has received several referrals from medical practitioners. We believe in a holistic approach to health that includes liaising with medical practitioners. We can be an enhancement or extension to their treatment which benefits our mutual clients. Khatun in an editorial for the Kingston Informer ... Research is confirming what Body Concepts has known for a long time. Here's a precis of an article from The Times of 20.12.05 |