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Bringing together her love of movement of the body, fused with traditional Yoga styles, Aby offers Yoga classes to suit all levels from beginners to advanced, and understands the need of modification and variation to allow yoga to be playful and for everyone.

Aby is a qualified British Wheel of Yoga Teacher. https://www.bwy.org.uk

Through practising Yoga for over 20  years, experiencing many Yoga styles and studying with many inspirational teachers, Aby was motivated to study for three years with Richard Adamo.

Aby continues to learn and study, attending courses, workshops & classes regularly, keeping her classes diverse, interesting but maintaining Yoga.

Aby appreciates the importance of keeping the body and mind balanced, developing suppleness through flowing movement and effortless alignment.

So Aby’s classes mainly focus on the physical practice of postures (asanas) coordinated with the breath. Because there are many branches of yoga Aby will also include pranayama (breathing practices) meditation and relaxation in her classes.

Aby’s Yoga classes will help balance, strength and flexibility, release tension, increase internal energy and focus your mind, by continually exploring the body and mind “the body achieves what the mind believes”.

Yoga rewards dedication & hard work and is a great distraction from our daily duties, time for you and nothing else!

Yoga originated in ancient India and has been practised for thousands of years making it one of the oldest forms of self-development. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘yuj’ meaning ‘binding’ and describes the union of the body, the mind, and the wisdom of the heart.

This essence of yoga can help us overcome our stressful everyday world today both physically and mentally. So even in our busy hectic lives, maintaining a healthy body supports us in developing a more positive quality of life and emotional strength.

The goals of yoga are varied and there is a range of benefits which can improve our health, through continued Yoga practice positive changes become evident some immediate some gradually over time.

  • Enriched well being
  • Improves Strength and Muscle tone
  • Flexibility
  • Stress reduction
  • Body Awareness & develop mindfulness
  • Improved posture
  • Pain and injury prevention/relief
  • Increased stamina and energy
  • Coordination & balance developed
  • Build mental focus
  • Improved function of internal organs
  • Help prevent Osteoporosis
  • Better sleep quality

Everyone can practice yoga regardless of age, gender and fitness level. Work at your own pace responding to individual feedback; limitations, imbalances, strengths and weaknesses. You don’t have to be flexible to do yoga!

Yoga is an excellent addition to all exercise programmes and sporting disciplines as well as a standalone discipline.

Aby teaches a variety of yoga classes where there’s something for everyone.

  • Gentle Flow Hatha Yoga – ideal if you are new to yoga, returning to yoga having had a break or someone who wants a class with a steadier pace.
  • Hatha Vinyasa Yoga – is a flowing style of yoga that harmonizes breath & movement to give strength & agility.
  • Power/Vinyasa Yoga – a strong and energising class incorporating more advanced poses.
  • Yin Yoga – slow paced encouraging you to let go, working on a deeper subtle level specifically connective tissue &  fascia. Restoring and releasing blocked energy.

Aby offers classes to suit all levels from beginners to advanced, and understands the need of modification and variation to allow yoga to be for everyone. Regardless of flexibility or strength.

Aby brings together her love of movement of the body, fused with traditional Yoga styles.

In Aby’s classes she will demonstrate all poses and offer many options throughout. Clear instructions are given and Aby combines traditional Sanskrit with translated asana names. Aby encourages mindfulness and asks you to respond positively to the bodies feedback. Aby will often adjust; to explore alignment, help overcome limitations, take the body further if available.

Aby also likes to give you the tools to adjust postures individually and always encourages self correction.

If you are unsure which class to attend please contact Aby for more information.

VINYASA FLOW CLASSES

Tuesday evening Hatha Vinyasa For all ONLINE 7-8pm All Levels with intermediate progressions

Friday morning at Bagnall Vilage Hall 10-11am HATHA VINYASA FOR ALL
All Levels, some Yoga experience useful

Sunday evening is ONLINE 6:30-7:30pm Alternating weekly between Vinyasa Flow & Relaxing Yin Yoga (all levels) – see Gymcatch for which class is running

FUSION CLASSES & GENTLE YOGA 

Monday morning YOGALATES ONLINE 9:30 – 10:30am (Fusion of Yoga & Pilates) ideal for beginners, recovering from injury or improvers wanting a gentle start to the week

TBC GENTLE  FLOW FOT ALL
(Great for beginners, recovering from injury, returning to classes or if you want a slower paced class)

* Face to Face £7.50 pay as you go * Online £4 pay as you go

Loyalty bundles available

Aby is super thrilled to be running mini Yoga retreats throughout the year … details on next one coming soon …

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Yoga FAQs

A Yoga or exercise mat
Extra clothing/ blanket – as your body temperature will vary
Wear comfortable fitness attire which will allow you to move freely
Yoga is typically performed with bare feet but yoga socks are a great alternative
Optional:  Yoga block, strap

Yoga has been proven to benefit conditions ranging from sports injuries to chronic illnesses. Please let Aby know if you have an injury/condition you might need to work around, Aby will offer guidance but most importantly she will let you become your own teacher; listen to how you feel and become aware of what the body is telling you if you need to rest.

It is recommended to not eat anything heavy for 2-3 hrs before a class, small snacks or fruit is fine if you’d prefer not to exercise on an empty stomach.  Drink plenty of water before a class but small sips throughout if needed.

Starting with a warm up this will develop into a series of physical postures (Asanas), simple breathing techniques (Pranayama), relaxation &/or meditation practices will conclude the session.

Practicing yoga while pregnant is one of the best ways to keep your body feeling good and your mind in balance. Please notify Aby if you are pregnant and let her know which trimester you’re in. If you’ve been practicing yoga for a while, you can continue your regular yoga practice with a few modifications and don’t hesitate to take breaks during class to rest. If you’ve never practiced yoga before, a dedicated prenatal yoga class would be recommended or consider Pilates.

*** Next Yoga Retreat – coming soon ***
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
09.30
Yogalates ONLINE
Fusion of Pilates & Yoga
09.30
10.30
Level: Beginners - Improvers
Cost: £4 PAYG or loyalty bundle
10.00
Yoga
Venue: Bagnall Village Hall (ST9)
10.00
11.00
Type: Hatha Vinyasa For All
Level: All
Cost: £7.50 PAYG or loyalty bundle
10.30
11.00
11.30
12.00
12.30
13.00
13.30
14.00
14.30
15.00
15.30
16.00
16.30
17.00
17.30
18.00
18.30
Yoga ONLINE
Type: Alternating weekly
18.30
19.30
Relaxing Yin Yoga Level: All
or Vinyasa Flow
Cost £4 PAYG or loyalty bundle
19.00
Yoga ONLINE
Hatha Vinyasa Flow Yoga
19.00
20.00
Some yoga experience useful
Cost £4 PAYG or loyalty bundle
Yoga
Venue: TBC
19.30
20.30
Type: Intermediate Vinyasa Flow
Cost: £7.50 PAYG or loyalty bundle
19.30
20.00

Monday

Tuesday

Friday

  • Yoga Venue: Bagnall Village Hall (ST9)
    10.00 - 11.00

Sunday

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
10.00
Yoga
Venue: Bagnall Village Hall (ST9)
10.00
11.00
Type: Hatha Vinyasa For All
Level: All
Cost: £7.50 PAYG or loyalty bundle
10.30
11.00
11.30
12.00
12.30
13.00
13.30
14.00
14.30
15.00
15.30
16.00
16.30
17.00
17.30
18.00
18.30
19.00
19.30
Yoga
Venue: TBC
19.30
20.30
Type: Intermediate Vinyasa Flow
Cost: £7.50 PAYG or loyalty bundle
20.00

Tuesday

  • Yoga Venue: TBC
    19.30 - 20.30

Friday

  • Yoga Venue: Bagnall Village Hall (ST9)
    10.00 - 11.00
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
18.30
Yoga ONLINE
Type: Alternating weekly
18.30
19.30
Relaxing Yin Yoga Level: All
or Vinyasa Flow
Cost £4 PAYG or loyalty bundle
19.00
Yoga ONLINE
Hatha Vinyasa Flow Yoga
19.00
20.00
Some yoga experience useful
Cost £4 PAYG or loyalty bundle
19.30

Tuesday

Sunday

No classes hours available!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
09.30
Yogalates ONLINE
Fusion of Pilates & Yoga
09.30
10.30
Level: Beginners - Improvers
Cost: £4 PAYG or loyalty bundle
10.00

Monday

No classes available!