Iyengar Yoga for over 55s

Katie is starting a new class on Wednesday mornings for over  55s.  (Was going to call them senior but we don’t really like that word these days!!)  Getting older happens to everyone and doesn’t come alone as the saying goes.  And in our era we are so lucky that there are encouragements to keep active and fit as we age.  Our muscles tend to shrink as we get older, some muscles we underuse, some we overuse which lead to imbalances in the body and vulnerabilities in key areas.  Yoga asanas address these imbalances, and working on your balance helps you to be less vulnerable to diseases of the joints, muscles and ligaments.  And keeps you sure-footed and able to stand on your own two feet!

This class is open to complete beginners as well as those of you who have been practising for a while.  This is not a therapy class, so not suitable for those with complex or severe health conditions, but it will be suitable for those with minor issues (such as knee or shoulder pain) as long as you are ready to work!

You will need yoga props which are essential for this kind of practice.  A mat, 4/5 blocks, a couple of bricks and a belt.  I realise that some of you newcomers may want to see if yoga is for you before buying this stuff which is fine, we can improvise, but you must have a mat.  But if you decide you do want to continue yoga as you age you will see how essential they are to show us what the asanas are about.  The floor is a prop, a wall is a prop, all of this teaches you the subtle undertones of the asanas and balance.  And, if you are already convinced that Iyengar yoga is a wonderful practice, then do invest in a yoga chair.  Get in touch with us to find out how to get one.

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The class will be on Wednesday mornings, 10 – 11am, starting on October 6^th.  Bookings are open now.