Yoga

Breathe and renew

A sequence of asanas, yoga postures, matched to the breath. This is not gymnastics and not a competition: the goal is not to reach your toes but to pay attention to what your body is doing on the way.

What kind of class is this?

Sixty minutes on a mat. The class starts slowly, builds to a more active part, then settles again, with a few minutes of complete relaxation at the end.

Every asana has several versions, from the simplest to the advanced. The instructor always shows the easier route as well, so the same class works for someone who has just arrived and for someone who has practised for years.

How do I know if it suits me?

If you are stiff from long hours at a desk, if you find it hard to switch off, or if you want something quieter after an intense week, come here.

You can skip an exercise, rest or slow down at any point. Nothing is compulsory. One of the founding principles of yoga is ahimsa, non-harming, and that applies to yourself too: we always look for what does not cause pain.

Music and essential oils help you settle. The atmosphere is accepting: how flexible you are does not matter here.

Why is it worth trying?

• Full-body stretching and strengthening in one
• Better posture and body awareness
• Greater range of motion in the joints
• Breath and movement in step, this is the part that genuinely calms you
• A counterweight to a hectic week, even if you train hard otherwise