Yoga & Meditation Classes
“The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.” - Bruce Lee
The benefits of Yoga & Meditation
Yoga is said to be a way of life and when practiced gives all-around benefits. Meditation is a part of yoga, which deals with mental relaxation and concentration. Here, attention is focused on thoughts and breath. Being aware of breathing automatically controls the thought process and thus relaxes the mind completely.
So if you have been thinking about getting started, here are five reasons to motivate and propel you forward: Improved flexibility, Develop strength, Reduce stress levels, Increase your sex drive, contribute to weight loss.
To put it simply, there is not a thing yoga can not improve!
Yoga Classes
We have various forms of Yoga practice available at the Aleafia Wellness Centre. All of which offer benefits, some are preferred over others by individual practice, that’s all. You will see that some classes are directed towards introductory levels or intermediate. All other classes are suitable for all levels.
Ashtanga: Made up of six series of asanas, the Ashtanga primary series, intermediate series, and the four advanced series work to build upon what each of the previous stages have taught you, in order to prepare you for the increasing difficulty as you progress through them.
Hatha: In this class, postures are practiced to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. Breathing techniques and meditation are also integrated. You can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement.
Vinyasa: translates to “flowing with breath”, is a dynamic style of Hatha yoga that joins physical postures, or asanas, with inhales and exhales, creating a steady internal rhythm and transition between poses for the practice.
Meditation
Meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness, or focusing the mind on a particular object, thought, or activity – to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state.
We encourage everyone to experiment with meditation at all levels and discuss the practice with the instructor.
Is yoga and meditation for everybody?
Short answer. Yes.
There are many types of yoga and ways to meditate, it’s about finding what resonates with you and what works for you in your current mindset.
More Questions?
Please feel free to ask any of the staff or specific instructors about niche questions!
What do I need for a class?
In the Barefoot Studio, you will of course be barefoot! So please leave your shoes outside the studio.
If you would like to bring your own mat and accessories please do, but we also have enough to provide for full classes. All mats need to be sprayed at the end of each class and left in place on the floor, please.
You may like to bring a jumper or blanket to use at the end of your session.
Please note that fungal or contagious foot concerns will need to be spoken about prior to the class starting and please cover them and wear socks.
