Full Day Yoga Immersion
Let's take a deep dive into ALL aspects of Yoga - beyond movement..
Experience a comprehensive day dedicated to experiencing aspects of Yoga classes just don't have the time to go into.
With no previous experience necessary, and beneficial for all levels of practice, you will be guided through:
Alignment workshop :
Pick apart Asana (movements) to learn correct alignment, ask questions and get feedback on your practice. Learn when it is safe and more beneficial to adjust traditional alignment for your body.
Yogic Philosophies:
The Yamas and Niyamas - fascinating Yogic approaches to daily life (discussion based).
Pranayama:
Various breathing practices with unique benefits including profound relaxation, nervous system balance, mind control, sleep improvement and energy sustenance.
Yoga Nidra: (Yogic Sleep)
Incredibly deep guided meditation to leave you feeling completely peaceful and content.
This immersive experience is designed to ignite or deepen a passion for the complete Yoga practice beyond movement.
Even if you attended the immersion day last year, this day will still be beneficial for your practice.
Note - there will be a break for lunch, you can choose to bring your lunch or pop out to a cafe.
Is this day for you?
This day is perfect for you if you:
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Are just starting out with Yoga or would like to, and want to see what it's all about
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Have been practicing for a while and want to expand your knowledge
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Would like to get feedback on your current Yoga practice is doing
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Would like to learn correct alignment for Asana
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Would like to experience a range of breathing practices to be able to take home
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Are interested in learning some ancient Yogic philosopy
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Want some deeeeeep relaxation after all that learning
What you'll learn.
Throughout the day we'll explore:
A wide range of Asana (postures) some traditional, some new and unique
There will be the opportunity to try some challenging movements for those who wish (no pressure)
All about Pranayama (breathing practices)
The breath goes largely unnoticed, but holds the power to influence EVERY system of the body. Different breathing practices have different results. We will have the time to understand the WHY and then experience how each practice makes us feel - so that at home we can choose which practice we need in any given moment. This can help greatly with stress, life balance, patience, tolerance, sleep, energy and parenting!
The Yamas and Niyamas
Learn the philosophies that were traditionally mastered before the mat even came out - ways to think and operate to facilitate a healthy approach to life - therefore a correct approach on the mat. These philosophies can be applied to daily life to help us tackle life's challenges with more ease.
Yoga Nidra
This is less about learning, and more about enjoying! This is time to turn the brain off after all the thinking and slip into the most deep state of relaxation, guided by Sal.
The remaining 8 limbs of Yoga
There are 4 more limbs we will discuss and practice on the day!
Meet your teacher - Lauren Stokes
Lauren has been teaching various forms of Yoga for 15 years. She trained in India where she learnt so much more than what is usually taught in New Zealand, and is passionate about sharing these aspects of Yoga with her students.
Lauren aims to create classes that are accessible for all, light-hearted, beneficial and enjoyable.
Some reviews from Lauren's classes:
"I really love Lauren's teaching style. She's warm, friendly and calming. Under her expert guidance I was able to advance my practice considerably, discovering new movements and postures even during my pregnancy."
"Lauren is such a kind, welcoming, professional instructor. Really enjoyed having her as a yoga teacher in the past!"
"I go to Lauren’s Yoga classes in Ashburton which is one of the best things I have ever started doing. It's a great mixture of fitness, strength, stretching and relaxation and she is just the best teacher. Nothing is a problem and she's great at showing us how it is done properly but at the same, expects everyone to do what they can and just enjoy the experience."