Weekly Classes
I teach a range of Yoga classes in and around Nailsworth, near Stroud, Gloucestershire. My classes are suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners.
In my classes, we will explore a variety of yoga postures, from gentle stretches to more challenging poses. We will also focus on breath work and relaxation techniques. The goal of my classes is to help you connect with your body and mind, release tensions, build flexibility and strength and to improve your overall well being.
Here is a schedule of my upcoming classes:
Wednesdays: 9:15am-10:15am at Warrior & Wild, Nailsworth
Wednesdays: 5:00pm-5:45pm- Teens Yoga at Grace and Glow, Nailsworth
Wednesdays: 6:00pm-7:00pm and 7.15-8.15pm at Grace and Glow, Nailsworth
Thursdays: 6:15pm-7.15pm at Horsley Village Hall
Saturdays: 9:15am-10:15am at Warrior and Wild
To book your place in a class, please click here or contact me directly.
Here are some additional details about my classes:
The classes are typically 60 minutes long.
We use props such as blocks, blankets, and straps to help you find your alignment in the poses.
The classes are suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced practitioners.
I hope you will join me in class!
Hatha Yoga Flow
Class Description: This class is based on Hatha Yoga Postures and will provide you with the space to connect mind, body, and breath. Working with clear alignment cues, the class will include held yoga poses to encourage grounding, strength, and release, as well as fluid creative sequences of postures helping you to develop a strong awareness of your whole being and developing fluidity and openness and releasing unwanted tension.
The class will move through all elements of a physical practice including, warm up, standing postures, balance, flexibility, strengthening and inversions, leaving you feeling open, energised, relaxed. Classes are friendly and welcoming and unless otherwise stated are suitable for all levels of experience.
Benefits:
Improves flexibility and strength
Reduces stress and anxiety
Improves balance and coordination
Improves posture
Promotes relaxation and inner peace
Increases energy levels
What to bring:
A yoga mat (if you have one)
Comfortable clothing
A water bottle
We hope to see you in class!
Who is it for?
This class is suitable for all levels of experience, from beginners to experienced practitioners. If you are new to yoga, don't worry - we will provide you with all the support you need.
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra: Guided Meditation for Deep Relaxation
Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation that is often referred to as "yogic sleep." It is a practice that involves lying down, or sitting in a comfortable position and following the guidance of a teacher as you relax your body and mind. Yoga Nidra can be practiced by people of all ages and fitness levels, and it is a great way to improve your sleep and memory, reduce stress, and boost your creativity.
How to Practice Yoga Nidra
To practice yoga nidra, you will need to find a comfortable place to sit or lie down. You may want to use pillows or blankets to support your body. Once you are comfortable, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. As you exhale, relax your body and allow yourself to sink into the ground.
The teacher will then guide you through a series of relaxation exercises. You will be asked to focus on different parts of your body, You may also be asked to visualize different scenes or to focus on your breath.
Yoga Nidra typically lasts for about 20-30 minutes. When the practice is finished, you will be gently guided back to awareness.
Benefits of Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra has many benefits, including:
Improved sleep
Enhanced memory
Reduced stress
Boosted creativity
Increased focus and concentration
Improved overall well-being
I offer Yoga Nidra classes and workshops in person and online. Please contact me to learn more ginny.burbidge@yahoo.com
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga- Softening the Edges
Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style of yoga that targets the connective tissues of the body, such as the tendons, ligaments, and fascia. Poses are held for longer periods of time, typically 3-5 minutes, to allow the body to relax and release tension. Yin Yoga is often described as a more meditative practice than other styles of yoga, as it encourages practitioners to focus on their breath and body sensations.
Benefits of Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga offers a wide range of benefits, both physical and mental. Some of the physical benefits of Yin Yoga include:
Increased flexibility
Improved range of motion
Reduced pain and stiffness
Improved joint health
Better circulation
Stronger connective tissues
Yin Yoga can also be beneficial for mental health, as it can help to:
Reduce stress and anxiety
Improve mood and emotional well-being
Promote relaxation and sleep
Increase self-awareness and mindfulness
Who can do Yin Yoga?
Yin Yoga is suitable for people of all ages and abilities. It is a particularly good option for people who are new to yoga, as it is a more gentle and accessible style of practice. Yin Yoga can also be beneficial for people with injuries or chronic pain, as it can help to improve flexibility and reduce discomfort.
What to expect in a Yin Yoga class
A typical Yin Yoga class will begin with a warm-up to prepare the body for the practice. Poses are then held for longer periods of time, typically 3-5 minutes, with props such as blocks, blankets, and bolsters used to support the body and allow for deeper relaxation. At the end of the class, there is usually a time for final relaxation, such as in Savasana (Corpse Pose).
If you are new to Yin Yoga, it is important to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard. If you experience any pain, come out of the pose.
Yin Yoga is a great way to improve your flexibility, reduce stress, and boost your overall well-being. If you are looking for a more meditative and relaxing style of yoga, Yin Yoga is a great option.
Teens Yoga Classes
Introduction
I have been teaching teens for all of my teaching career, working within FE and HE Education teaching Dance to Young people. I now teach Yoga classes just for Teens.
What is Teens Yoga?
Teens Yoga is a great way for teenagers to practice yoga with young people and friends around the same age. The class is great for gaining strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination through fluid and fun yoga sequences. We also focus on reducing stress which can be particularly important around exam times. The class includes fluid and fun yoga sequences, breath work, relaxation techniques, and restorative poses in order to calm the body and mind.
Who is it for?
Teens Yoga is suitable for young people from the age of 12 upwards, from beginners to experienced practitioners, male and female. If you are new to yoga, don't worry - we will provide you with all the support you need.
What to expect?
The class will start with breath work, and a warm up and move onto fluid sequences of yoga poses to connect the mind, breath and body. We will finish with relaxation.
Benefits of Teens Yoga
Improves flexibility and strength
Reduces stress and anxiety
Improves balance and coordination
Improves posture
Promotes relaxation and overall wellbeing.
Increases energy levels
To book your place:
Please contact ginny.burbidge@yahoo.com
We look forward to seeing you in class!
I hope this helps!