Many of us find back-bends challenging both physically and mentally. In this workshop we will explore the balance between the effort and surrender in back-bending; with a tailored sequence to lengthen the front side of the body, upper-back, and hips in order to free the spine, strengthening and working from the legs and core to create stability within the poses. Also included will be a variety of short meditations, mantras and Kriya practices designed to connect to and open the heart chakra which psychologically teaches us to be more patient with ourselves, offering valuable lessons such as discipline and self-love.
Other Benefits Include:
-Becoming heart centred as opposed to head centred
-Gaining higher understanding, insight and learning to trust your intuition
-Feeling light and love radiate from your heart, increasing compassion
and sensitivity
-Clear negativity and unburden your heart, learning to forgive and let go
Workshop Preparation
Please attend on a fairly empty stomach; ideally 1-2 hours after last meal. Also bring something warm like a light shawl/jumper for relaxation
Friday 25th November 7:00 - 9:00pm; £20; at Sydenham Tennis Club, SE26 6ET
Followed by optional Vegie dinner at Calabash of Culture; 21 Sydenham Rd, SE26 5EX (meal not included in price)
Last updated Nov. 23, 2016, 10:23 a.m. UTC
Mary first turned to yoga as a way of keeping her anchored, fit and sane while working in a manic marketing role. In 2011 she decided to leave that world behind and completed her 200 hour teacher training in Dahab, Egypt; her mother's homeland. The country had an intense pull on her so she relocated there shortly after, teaching her Vinyasa style classes to ex-pats, holidaymakers, Egyptian and Bedouin women, which she describes as an enlightening experience..
Returning to London in 2014 she completed an 80 hour Pregnancy teacher training with Yogamama Ltd, now certified to teach pre/post-natal classes. Mary teaches a dynamic Vinyasa style class, beginning with grounding breathing techniques, flowing physical poses that build strength, tone and flexibility,then ending with a deep relaxation. Classes are always taught with attention, grace and humour, leaving you feeling anchored, relaxed and energised. She is available for private sessions, mini-group sessions, corporate and can also teach women only classes in Arabic.
Currently teaching weekly group classes in Forest Hill, Sydenham and Lewisham, open to mixed ability levels.
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