Lucy is reclined on a bolster in a gentle backward bend.
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Sunday 13 September – Restorative Yoga Afternoon

2.00-5.00pm workshop followed by tea and cake. Restorative Yoga is the conscious practice of rest and silence. Using props such as blocks, bolsters and blankets, the body is fully supported in positions of comfort and ease. This afternoon workshop will focus on the ‘Restorative Essentials’ and is suitable for complete beginners as well as seasoned… Continue reading Sunday 13 September – Restorative Yoga Afternoon

Lucy is supported by a bolster in a gentle twist.
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Saturday 7 November – Well Woman Yoga Day

10am - 4pm workshop including lunch. Breathwork, elegant movement flows, self massage and deep healing relaxation form the basis of this women-only day retreat. The practices are suitable for all women, with or without previous experience of yoga, and at any stage of life. Pregnant women and babes in arms are warmly welcome. day workshop weekend… Continue reading Saturday 7 November – Well Woman Yoga Day

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Yoga for All at Shilbottle Hall

Friday mornings 10.00-11.30am. New term starts 18 September. Join Lucy Maresh for yoga, relaxation and meditation in our lovely Community Hall. This is a therapeutic style of yoga which is done in a meditative way, without music, and includes a period of deep relaxation. All Welcome

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Self Care Vs Self Improvement

Today I would like to share with you these words from Bob Sharples (an Australian psychologist and meditation teacher). He writes about 'meditation' but you could substitute this for 'yoga', 'relaxation' or even just 'practice'. Don’t meditate to fix yourself,to heal yourself,to improve yourself,to redeem yourself.Rather, do it as an act of love,of deep warm friendship… Continue reading Self Care Vs Self Improvement

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Sleeping Lions

"Sleeping Lions" is of course a lovely, quiet game to play with children - who can stay still and quiet for the longest? Spotted in The Guardian this morning - big cats showing us how it's done - and occupying space left vacant by South Africa's strict lockdown measures. Can we occupy the 'vacant spaces'… Continue reading Sleeping Lions