Yoga the Hatha Way

***CLASS KLAXON***

Sorry to say there is no ladies class this morning - back next week.
If you’d like to give yoga a try, drop me a message. If you’ve never tried it before, I know it can feel a bit intimidating, but I promise you’ll leave feeling lighter - and we’re a super friendly group 🧡

CLASS KLAXON 📢
Sorry folks, no ladies class this Friday 27th.
🧡 I *am* doing a class on Friday 3rd though, so if you’re off for the bank holiday and fancy joining, drop me a message 🧡

Without diving into the specifics* I think we can all agree it’s been a gloomy start to the year…
I’m not going to claim yoga can fix it all, but it does give you a quiet space of ‘me time’ and an opportunity to connect with yourself physically and mentally.
What does that really mean? A class of movement, with some strength, flexibility, balance, and a little breath work. Taught in an accessible way, with some smiles thrown in 😊

Men’s class Mondays 14.30-15.30 (1 space available)
Ladies class Fridays 11.00-12.15 (2 spaces available).
Both upstairs at the British Legion in Fowey, £10.

Drop me a message with questions.

*waves arms furiously at the world

It's that time of year - the change of a season often makes us think of changes we might want to make too. And September still has that 'back to school' vibe that creates an exciting engergy (or is that just me?!).
So if you are thinking about how to help your body and mind, come and try a yoga class. Build some strength and flexibility, and enjoy some peace and focus.

Men's class: Mondays, 14.30-15.30
Ladies class: Fridays, 11.00-12.15

Both classes upstairs at the British Legion in Fowey.

If you haven't been to a yoga class before:
- it may feel a bit intimidating to walk through the door, but my classes are perfect for beginners, friendly and accessible for everyone
- no special clothes or equipment are needed. Come comfortable (I have a spare mat if you let me know you would like to borrow it)
- if you think everyone in the room will know what they are doing and you'll stick out like a sore thumb, I promise that's not the case. I teach in a way that means everyone can experience a pose.
- you may think you are too old, too stiff, too inexperienced to start now. But if not now, when? Being healthier means doing something a bit different (and it doesn't have to be yoga. But yoga *is* great!).

If you have questions, drop me a message, I'll be happy to answer them.

The sun is shining, there's a gentle breeze and I've got so many things to be grateful for...
..and one of those is not suffering any consequences from a couple of nights in a tent and a couple of days of festival dancing! I'd like to think a regular yoga practice is very much a part of that 😍

Time to start thinking about classes for the autumn. If you're ready to build some more flexibility into your life, in a way that is perfect for beginners and suitable for all bodies, and with a friendly group of people, now's the time to get your diary out!

Ladies class starts on 26 September (Fridays 11.00-12.15).
Men's class starts on 29 September (Mondays 14.30-15.30).

Both upstairs at the British Legion in Fowey.

If you've not done any yoga before, this is a perfect place to start. Drop me a message with any questions - I'll be happy to guide you through what happens in a class.

Here's to being on our mats again!
Love and light
Sarah 🧡

We had a ‘twisty’ class this morning, opening our hearts and finding hope between the in and the out.
And this was our meditation. Let’s shatter the darkness, one flicker at a time 🧡

And another secret to unlocking a wonderful life is, of course, yoga 🧡

Time to get back to our mats!

Ladies class on Fridays at 11.00-12.15, and for a few weeks the chaps class will also be on Fridays at 12.30-13.30. Both at the British Legion in Fowey.

They are small, friendly classes and perfect for beginners or those with some experience. No fancy gear required and lots of props to help if needed.

If you’d like a chat before coming along, drop me a message.

Words by the wonderful Donna Ashworth

It's nearly time to get back to our mats!

Classes start next month:
Men's class (for over 50s) on Monday 9th 14.30
Ladies on Friday 13th 11.00
Both upstairs at the British Legion in Fowey.

Wondering if it's for you? All classes are accessible (although there are stairs to get to the yoga room - think of them as a warm up :-) )
You'll improve your mental and physical health, find some quiet space in your day, and explore ways to gain strength, flexibility and balance - good for body and soul.

If you've never done yoga before, you'll probably have questions. Drop me a message and I'll answer them. Or come along and try for yourself, you'll be very welcome.

Love and light
Sarah

I’ve just got back from teaching my Monday men’s yoga class. I love my chaps - all older, still active, different physical experiences but they come back week after week.

Just spotted this on Instagram. Wondering what a yoga class with me is like? We do all these (except the last one - but there are equivalents). Not rocket science. Completely accessible (we almost always start in a chair). Nice friendly environment…

If you know you’re on need of some strength and flexibility, with a bit of mindful breathing thrown on too, then drop me a message 🧡

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🧡CLAXON🧡
Apologies but there is no ladies yoga class today, or men’s class on Monday.
Back as normal next Friday 🧡

A bank holiday, a festival, and just ‘life’ have got in the way of yoga over the last couple of weeks or so - but we are *back* from Monday!
Chaps, join me for some stretch, strength, balance and breathing on Monday, 14.30 at the Legion in Fowey.
Ladies, the Friday class is technically full but there is often a space so drop me a message if you’re interested.

*there is another one looming too, so no class on the 27th.