Vinyasa = the principle of synchronising breath with movement Krama = wise progression / steps or stages Flow yoga = weaving poses together in dynamic breath-timed sequences.
Class starts with a focus on breath and we build a breath-timed practice to stretch, strengthen and soften the body, bringing balance and connection.
Every class has a balance of movement dynamics, but each week we’ll take a different focus: perhaps forward bends for grounding; a hip sequence for full body flow, or heart-opening backbends – or a "peak pose" requiring a number of these elements as we work towards it.
Through this practice we take our joints through their full range of movement, maintaining ease and steadiness throughout our system and a healthy flow of energy on and off the mat.
This way of practicing yoga allows you to work towards poses you may find challenging but without any pressure to move into the full expression of the pose; instead we build the blocks: strengthening, stretching and building balance, while enjoying the journey rather than any final end. Class ends pranayama sivasana to reap the benefits of your practice.
All levels of yoga welcome. The studio is well-equipped with mats, belts, blocks, bolsters and blankets that we will incorporate where needed.
Bethan is a British Wheel of Yoga teacher who has been teaching in Bristol since 2009. She is also an Alexander Technique Teacher and a Remedial and Sports Massage Therapist.
