Yoga

Derived from the Sanskrit word “yuji,” meaning yoke or union, yoga is an ancient practice that brings together mind and body. It involves breathing exercises, poses and meditation carefully designed to promote relaxation and reduce stress.

What exactly is Yoga?

“Yoga is a Sanskrit word, meaning the union of the breath, mind and body.”

Steeped in Indian traditions, rich in philosophy, wellbeing and vitality.  As you practice Yoga, you develop the spirit, strengthen the breath, you come to know the importance of the mind’s health, clarity and discernment in thought, as well as maintaining a strong body. Yoga is a Sanskrit word, meaning the union of the breath, mind and body. These three elements are the foundation of a yoga practice. 

One of the lovely things about Yoga is the versatility and adaptability; this allows you as an individual to start from wherever you are and to gradually build on that. Postures, movement and strength can be tweaked and adjusted to suit any contraindications, injury or other issues that may be present. 

What should I expect?

“Laughter & fun are top of the agenda.”

Should you choose to join me in the Studio or Online, the practice will always be about building on your ability to use these tools for everyday living. Strengthening your awareness of how breath, mind and body are integral and how maintaining them allows you to have a fulfilled and easier experience of life.

It’s important to me that in my class, you will feel at ease, encouraged and become more confident within your body and therefore your ability. Laughter and fun are top of the agenda and it is a great healing tool.

At the end of each class, there is relaxation and meditation.  It’s important on so many levels that we, at the very least,  know how to relax and experience how meditation enhances the mind and encourages nourishing sleep patterns through focus, visualisation, imagination and building on your ability to stay in the NOW for longer.

Above all my classes are about allowing ourselves to enjoy and experience the inner stillness we all need in order to function and ultimately experience a more joyful and fulfilled journey through life.

How would I benefit?

“Hypnosis can be helpful for things like depression and anxiety”

Here are just some areas where Yoga could help you.

  • Decreases stress
  • Relieves anxiety
  • May reduce inflammation
  • Could improve heart health
  • Improves the quality of life
  • May help with depression
  • Could promote sleep quality
  • Could reduce chronic pain
  • Improves flexibility and balance
  • Could help improve breathing
  • May relieve migraines
  • Promotes healthy eating habits
  • Can increase strength

If you feel that you may benefit from Jo’s Yoga classes or Hypnotherapy sessions please get in contact and find out more in a free initial consultation.

Sessions available face to face or online.

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What people are saying

Jo’s online yoga lessons during lockdown have been wonderful. She provides a structured, tailor-made session to match your ability, strengths and weaknesses.

Every session is different and her instructions are very clear and precise, ensuring all movements are done correctly and safely. The sessions have provided pain relief for my aches and pains, not to mention the relaxation benefits felt by the end. I would highly recommend Jo for any age group.

Having moved into the area, I had been looking for a new yoga teacher for some time. I had just about given up on finding someone suitable for me when I came across Jo. That was almost four years ago and I am still attending Jo’s classes.

Jo is a supportive, good-humoured teacher who creates a safe space for any level of ability.

Classes are well structured. There is adequate time to bring yourself into the room, leaving the cares of the day behind. Moves follow to warm up your body. Transitioning into postures where you can challenge yourself, or not, depending on your ability and how you feel on the day. There is never any pressure to do more than you want but rather a supportive environment if you want to give it a go.

The relaxation at the end of the class rounds off the session and leaves me feeling serene as I float off home knowing that I will have an excellent night’s sleep.

I’ve been coming to Jo’s Zoom yoga classes since the beginning of the first lockdown in 2020 and I absolutely love them.

Even when lockdown relaxed, and face to face classes resumed, Jo continued to provide online Zoom classes for those of us that work long hours and find it more convenient to do a class in the comfort of your own home.

The yoga classes help with both my mental wellbeing and the ongoing lower back pain I have been suffering with. Jo is mindful of this in all the classes I do, either a group class or 121. She is conscious of all abilities in the room and tailors each class perfectly for us all. I find the classes both relaxing and energising. I do a lot of road cycling and Jo has taught me how to stretch both before and after a ride which has helped massively with my strength and flexibility. Thank you Jo I look forward to the challenges and benefits each class brings.

Jo’s teaching is intelligent, spiritual and joyful!

Jo is nurturing, her classes are educational, non-competitive and a safe space Emphasis is on using proper positioning and breathing techniques, within individual capabilities but with gentle encouragement to challenge the body if possible. Practice is always followed by a guided meditation and a chance to reflect, relax and important to ask questions.

After practicing yoga with Jo for three years, I feel physically stronger, mentally more relaxed and focused in my everyday life. Jo is warmly recommended as a practitioner.

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