Bandhas - Activating the energetic locks or bandhas – (‘Uddiyana Bandha’ – Abdominal Lock and ‘Mula Bandha’ – Root Lock), gives lightness, strength and help to build a strong internal heat.

Dristi - Point of focus (dristi) is the visual gazing intention during each posture.

Tristhana refers to the union of these three places of attention or action during the practice, which can help achieve a deep state of concentration and eventually a moving meditation.


Ashtanga (Power) Yoga - 1 hour Class

These classes are really based around and derived from the Ashtanga Vinyasa tradition.

Unlike traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa, this class does not follow a strict set sequence or series of postures. Although, classes will have a similar format to that of Ashtanga Vinyassa, for example: Beginning with some form of Sun Salutations or Moon Salutations, Standing Sequence, Balance Postures, Seated postures, and Finishing Sequence…Savasana (Relaxation).

These classes are is great for building strength and stamina and balance. Classes can be creative and diverse and gives students and opportunities to venture in to some of the postures from the full Ashtanga Vinyasa series.

In an Ashtanga Power yoga based class we can explore several combinations and variations of postures, different pacing, and alternative ways of entering and exiting the poses.


Mysore

Mysore is a self-practice, where everyone can practice at their own pace. Students can follow the series they currently practice in the Ashtanga vinyasa system. Mysore is not a group taught class. Mysore is a quiet class, allowing you to immerse yourself in your own practice, go with the flow of your own breath and take time over postures you may fine more challenging.

You will be guided on a one-to-one basis allowing you to learn, grow and develop your own personalised practice.



About Janine

Janine’s personal yoga journey began several years back, after she enrolled in her local gym in Aberdeen. 

Initially, she practiced yoga for the physical benefits, however she quickly came to notice that as well as feeling open, stretched and re-energized her body, her mind felt clearer and she had a feeling of calmness. Intrigued and amazed by this, she found herself taking a deeper interest into the science and philosophy behind yoga.  Immersing herself in her yoga practices and studies, she decided to enrol in a RYT 200 teacher-training course.  She quickly began to realize and discover the positive changes in herself, not only on her mat, but also to everything thing in life.

Janine believes the benefits of yoga are so immense, ‘Yoga is for everyone and everyone should make it a part of their life’.

She has so much love and enthusiasm for yoga and she enjoys sharing her passion and encouragement with others.  She finds teaching yoga so rewarding and loves to watch her students grow and explore the benefits they gain from their practices.

‘I am blessed and forever thankful for the great wisdom, knowledge and guidance my teachers have given my over the years.  My yoga path is on going and I will continue to develop new understandings through my teachers, as well as learning though my students and my own personal practice’.

Tips…and what to bring along…

· It is best not eat two hours before a Yoga class. Doing poses with a full stomach can make you feel uncomfortable.

· Be barefooted.

· Wear light and non-restrictive clothing.

· Bring your own mat. Mats are provided here, although we encourage students to use their own mat if possible.

· Bring a small towel, be prepared to sweat in Ashtanga Yoga.

· Be jewellery-free, remove loose or dangly jewellery.

· Be perfume-free. Strong fragrances and scented oils or lotions can be distracting for some people in the room.

· If you are pregnant or you have health problems or injuries, please inform me before class. This is so that correct guidance can be the given you for the postures that should be either avoided or modified.

· Yoga is great for your body and mind in pregnancy, however, if you are pregnant and have never practiced Ashtanga Yoga before, it is recommended not to take up this style of yoga while you are expecting. Instead, go for a more gentle approach or a pregnancy specific class. If you are an experienced student of Ashtanga then it is acceptable to practice provided modifications and precautions are taken.

· Most importantly!!…Take a break when you need to… Be compassionate with yourself, listen to your body and how it is feeling on the day you are practicing.

· Lastly…Enjoy your Practice!!