Hatha Yoga Classes and Theraputic Yoga Therapy sessions

These specially designed programmes for individuals and small groups integrate my skills in modern Mind-Body health and healing therapies with the ancient insights of Hatha Yoga. They focus on promoting positive expectations and as the classes are kept small, you are offered a high level of personal attention. Poses can be adapted for those in wheelchairs, on chairs or even in bed. You will find that the classes I run differ from many other general Hatha Yoga classes, as they are all specifically written for life´s challenges or with a special theme. I incorporate my skills not only as a Registered Yoga Teacher and Professional Yoga Therapist, but also as a Motivation Coach and Advanced Hypnotherapist and Master NLP Practitioner. Classes are currently held at the Mindful Clinic in Altea la Vieja, but classes are being arranged in Albir, Altea and La Nucia. Details will be added to the website soon. Please scroll down the page to see the current class list and contact me for available dates and times. I have included a few frequently asked questions below, please do not hesitate to contact me if you need further information. Question 1. What are the costs of classes and private sessions? Class costs:- 90 minute classes are 10 euros per week, or pay in advance for 4 classes for a discounted rate of 32 euros. (8 euros a class) 60 minute classes are 8 euros per week, or pay in advance for 4 classes for the discounted rate of 28 euros. (7 euros per class) Your first class is free of charge. Private sessions:- Private sessions are 30 euros per hour for the first session and 25 euros per hour for 2nd and subsequent sessions when paid in advance. If you are unable to come to me, please contact me as I may be able to visit you at home. (10 euros supplement for over 10km radius of Altea la Vieja) Question 2. What is the difference between Yoga and Yoga Therapy? Yoga is the ancient science of self knowledge developed in India over 5000 years ago. It is not a religion or a set of extreme exercises to be mastered, but a tool box of many different techniques including many of those listed above. Yoga Therapy is one part of this ancient science that focuses on health and wellness at all levels of the individual, physical, psychological and spiritual to bring balance to your body, mind and emotions. This journey to health is unique to each and everyone of us and as a Professional Yoga Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher I serve as your guide and mentor on your individual journey of healing and self discovery. Question 3. What is a Professional Yoga Therapist and what qualifications do you have? A Professional Yoga Therapist is a registered Yoga Teacher who has undergone further specialised training in yoga for medical conditions. I am a qualified and registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance (Yoga Teachers governing body) at the RYT 500 hour level and a Professional Yoga Therapist and supporting member of the International Yoga Therapists Association. Question 4. Do I need to have practised Yoga before I start a Yoga Therapy programme? No, contrary to popular myth, you do not need to be fit, flexible or have practiced yoga before to benefit from Yoga Therapy. Infact the integrative therapies offered by the Mindful Coach private sessions are tailored to meet your exact needs, so yoga poses may not be part of your individual programme. Question 5. How do I start? Before your first session or class, you will have a FREE initial consultation with me to discuss your goals, this can either be at the clinic or over the telephone depending on the class you are interested in. We will also complete the confidential forms outlining your medical history, life style, goals and a selection of structural assessments (where applicable). If you have a medical condition, please discuss your programme with your Doctor or Specialist prior to starting. With Yoga Therapy private sessions, you will find that rather than offering a diagnosis and treatment for a specific condition, following this first assessment, I will select, adapt and modify the practices of modern Mind-Body health and healing techniques and ancient insights appropriately for you with respect to your age, culture, religion, goals and specific physical challenges and conditions.

Lighten Up Weight Reduction Yoga

This 90 minute programme has been specifically written for weight reduction and to target those difficult areas! the yoga poses have been chosen to build muscle and burn fat,  there are breathing exercises to tune up your body, the special Lighten Up Weight Reduction visualisation exercises to help you achieve your goals and a deep relaxation. Please download the Lighten Up brochure for more information.

Yoga for Health Challenges

If you are living with a health challenge for example MS or Fibromyalgia this gentle class is for you (available as either a 60 minute or 90 minute class.) Yoga is now recognized as an excellent means of management for many health conditions. The benefits of body awareness, yoga poses, working with the breath, deep relaxation and meditation may include increased body awareness, release of muscular tension, increased coordination and balance, increased flexibility and strength, control over fatigue, improved circulation and breathing, enhanced alertness, better management of stress and an overall feeling of well-being.

Yoga 4 Golf
	This 90 minute class includes yoga poses specifically chosen for the golfers needs, breathing techniques to help your swing control, the Mental Game of Golf visualisation techniques and deep relaxation. This class can be held at your local Golf Club if you have a suitable space, please contact me to discuss.

Relaxation & Wellness classes

Studies show that between 60% and 90% of all Doctors visits are for stress-related challenges, these classes will allow you to improve your overall health, well-being and vitality. A typical 60 minute class includes body awareness, breathing exercises to teach you how to activate your relaxation response (the opposite of a stress response) which will lower your heart rate, blood pressure and release muscle tension, leaving you calm and relaxed, wellness visualisations plus gentle movement and deep relaxation.

Somatic Yoga Rehabilitation for backs, necks and shoulders

This 90 minute class has been specifically designed to strengthen, stabilize and re-awaken control of movement, flexibility and health. A pre class structural assessment or referral from your Doctor or Chiropractor is required so we can work together safely. You will learn a set of easy to use movements to use at home, so that you stay pain free, strong, supple and graceful, no matter what your age.

Discover Hatha Yoga
	Great for total beginners or those who would like a refresher. As the 90 class builds each week, please contact me for a start date. A downloadable brochure will be added to the website soon.