About Yoga
Each class is different, well thoughtout and seamlessly structured. Typically classes consist of a variety of elements. These range from basic centring and grounding in the beginning, then an asana practice, taking up the bulk of a lesson. Followed by pranayama (breath work / breath awareness), mudra (hand gestures), guided meditation or yoga nidra (relaxation).
Chrissie is an experienced teacher and offers modifications and variations of asana (postures) to meet the individual needs of students. She believes our bodies are all different and yoga needs to be taught so everyone feels good about their practice. Beginners are welcome, and those with yoga experience will have the opportunity to explore, deepen and broaden their practice, learning to cultivate an embodied practice.
The word yoga derives from Sanskrit, and means to connect or unite, to yoke – to join. Hatha yoga is a physical practice to bring the mind and body into equanimity, through the use of asana. The historical founder of yoga Patanjali, wrote that ‘Asana is a comfortable and steady pose.’ Asana lays down the foundations for other aspects of yoga, such as pranayama (breathing practices) and meditation. Yoga is a health practice, breaking down the cycles of accumulated stress within the body and cultivating inner balance, which is crucial to our health, vitality and well-being. Yoga is transformative, therapeutic and heals from the ‘inside out’.
As Chrissie’s practise deepens, she is learning to listen to what her body needs. In this spirit of self-exploration, Chrissie encourages her students to listen to their bodies. As Vanda Scaravelli pointed out, such understanding comes through practice, and in time will lead to independence and freedom.
Chrissie teaches asana as a series of integrated movements, which will refresh, rejuvenate and bring about a feeling of calm. Her style is innovative and grounded, sharing practical insight. Yoga for Chrissie happens on and off the mat, living in the joy of yoga. Her practice goes beyond the form of exercise and flows into her daily life, relationship with others and to nature.
I have been learning yoga from Chrissie for nearly three months. I have attended group classes and one-to-one sessions with Chrissie. I have found Chrissie to be a very enthusiastic, patient, understanding teacher. Chrissie is very knowledgeable about yoga. I would like to support her new venture.
Why practice? The benefits of yoga
- Yoga can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or ability… and you will feel instant benefits… including…
- Increased stamina and strength
- Improved flexibility and inner balance
- Yoga improves the efficiency of your bodies systems, such as aiding digestion and elimination of toxins
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Helps to overcome depression and improve mental well being
- Increases positivity and the bodies energy levels
- More feelings of relaxation & better quality of sleep
- Quite simply… yoga is good for you… good for healthy body and mind.