Yoga
in Leigh on Sea, Essex with Jan Chant
Jan has been practising Yoga since 1985, and is
a fully insured British Wheel of
Yoga student teacher. She teaches Yoga classes at venues
in Leigh on Sea and private
one-to-one Yoga tuition in your own home in Leigh, Southend, Rochford and surrounding
areas of Essex.
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What is Yoga?
Yoga originates in India and is both an
art and a science dating back around 5,000 years.
The name 'Hatha Yoga' refers to
the practice of physical postures (asana), breathing
techniques (pranayama), and relaxation which may be enjoyed by people of all ages and
abilities. Yoga means 'union' - the union of
mind, body, breath and spirit (Yoga is not a
religion and you need not be 'spiritual' in order to practise and enjoy the great benefits).
Yoga is not competitive; everyone's body is different and your Yoga practice
is just
about you. There is no need to be flexible or even to be able to reach your toes! You can
begin wherever you and
your body are now and progress at your own pace. Part of the
philosophy of Yoga
is the principle of non-harming (Ahimsa) and this includes not harming
your own body; so in Yoga we may challenge the body but never force or strain it.
The benefits of regular Hatha Yoga practice are: strengthening and toning, weight loss,
increased flexibility and strength, along with reduced stress and anxiety, and increased
inner calm and a
more positive attitude. (Don't take my word for it - try it yourself!)
Immediate effects of Yoga practice are a sense of well-being; feeling
calm, relaxed and
energised. Research also demonstrates the positive effects of Yoga on depression and
anxiety - if you're interested just type 'Research Yoga Depression' into your search engine
for many positive results.
Yoga classes are usually 1 hour or 11/2 hours long and begin with a sequence of
gentle
movements to loosen joints and prepare for asana (posture) practice.
Asana practice
consists of standing, seated and lying postures which work on
the entire body. The class
ends
with
a guided relaxation - Bliss!
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