WORKSHOPS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Within this special Winter Qigong Workshop we will cover…

– A wee introduction to Qigong, why would we practice it, some principles and benefits of practicing QiGong.
– Qigong & Yoga Flow – applying the principles of qigong to yoga, combining the two practices to form a steady, flowing practice focusing on movement with breath stimulating meridian lines (energy pathways throughout the body) supporting our organs and systems, stretching and lengthening muscles and moving our joints with ease.
– Nourishing relaxation using qigong and yoga breathing and meditation techniques

Qigong (pronounced ‘chi gung’) means “working with/cultivating life energy…; learning how to control the flow and distribution of qi to improve the health and harmony of mind and body” (Kenneth Cohen)

The Qigong practice is “the ancient Asian system of health and self development that allows us to slow down, create s p a c e, and bring each of us back in harmony with our true Self ” Sifu Matthew Cohen.

Qigong practices include active and dynamic movements (yang), breathing, visualisation and meditation techniques (yin) with the intention of cultivating healthy qi flow through the body’s organs and meridians.

It is called a practice as the intention is for it to be practiced daily as a holistic healing system of self healing exercise in Chinese Medicine.

There are 1000s of forms of Qigong! Some of the more familiar practices include:

-The Eight Brocades, made up of gentle stretching exercises that lengthen the muscles and tendons and stimulate meridians and internal organs.
-Bone Marrow Cleanse, healing postures, gentle movements and concentration techniques to cleanse the marrow of toxins.
-The Five Animal Frolics, a complete qigon system developing strength, grace, flexibility, balance and an abundance of healing qi – one of the most ancient qigong systems still practiced today.

Our practice will incorporate elements of these forms with our yoga flow so we can enjoy a playful, mindful, opening, nourishing and rejuvenating afternoon.
Suitable for anyone new to Qigong or a Yoga Beginner.

£25

7-Day Replay Included.

This will be a soothing unique experience to help and support you by letting go, relaxing and exploring deep tranquility within the hammock
We’ll take you on a multisensory journey with ambient music followed by the sounds of our Koshi chimes and meditation bells. As you lay swaying to the sounds, cocooned in silk surrender, we will create an aromatherapy mist around you, blending together the essential oils of lavender, rose geranium, chamomile, frankincense, rosemary and eucalyptus.
Workshop includes…

• Floating Meditation.
• Gentle Pranayama breathing exercises to help with anxiety and stress.
• Immersed Savasana Sound of Stillness.
  If you have any form of injury or serious illness, or if you are pregnant or have recently had a baby please do inform Paddy before booking: paddyaerialyoga@gmail.com

Price £15

“Sleigh bells ring and hammocks swing, sliding through the sky in a one hammock open sleigh”.
Our Christmas Stocking Workshop will have you immersed in the hammock with your festive attire (optional of course).
We will float in the warm cocoon and meditate to the sound of the meditation bells.

Getting into the festive glow with warming up the body before guiding you through a festive series of Yoga Postures such as tree pose, star pose, camel pose and angel pose, flipping in and out of your Christmas Stocking!

This Christmas stocking Workshop will close with a blissful savasana sparkling all the senses with chimes and bells, mantras and festive smells of orange and frankincense essential oils.

Festive dress is encouraged. (but remember no zips please!) with a sparkle of happiness and joy along the merry way.

If you have any form of injury or serious illness, or if you are pregnant or have recently had a baby please do inform Paddy before booking: paddyaerialyoga@gmail.com

A creative Mandala Vinyasa practice connecting with the element of fire. We will flow 360° around the mat, finding deep twists and spirals in the spine. We will activate Manipura Chakra and ignite our inner fire (Agni) by activating movement from the strength of the core. Fire connects us with the power for transformation and action. The perfect opportunity to access a little detox, cleanse and reflection during the Xmas period. We will begin and end with yin based poses, to ease you back into your practice and into the New Year period. 

About Ella…

Ella is a dancer and yoga teacher. She completed her initial 200 hours + in Ashtanga – the traditional apprenticeship route with Ervin Menyhart. She then took an additional 100 hours in Rocket and Mandala Vinyasa Yoga with The Yoga People. Ella has a BA in Dance Making & Performance and an MA in Performance Practices. Ella’s classes work with precision and specificity in asana. Through flowing sequences of movement Ella builds the foundations for the student to explore the potential of their individual body through asana. She hopes to find a space in which a student can find support in their body and a sense of effortlessness.

£12

7 Day Replay Available

Join Heather for this Christmas special session with a powerful blend of breath work, repetitive movement and complete rest to reach a state of stillness and connection and that will leave you feeling relaxed & restored.

We’ll first move through a flowing Vinyasa style practice, uniting breath & movement with accessible repetitive movement to awaken the body, breath and energy – all creating heat, vibrancy and spaciousness physically and a sense of mental lightness, ease & clarity. And then recline back, get super comfortable with a blanket and eye pillow and melt into deep rest, awareness & being through the art of Yoga Nidra meditation aka Yogic Sleep.

During this guided meditation we practice Pratyahara (withdrawal of senses) that allows you tap into a true state of relaxed consciousness as the mind settles in a place between wakefulness and sleep, your body and mind are asleep and simultaneously awake, and it’s here that you discover yourself as a spacious silent peaceful witness – your true essence.

This Tuesday morning between xmas and new year is a beautiful time to step onto your mat and drop into experiencing this sequence of yogic practices which will fill your cup physically & mentally, leaving you feeling both enlivened & tranquil in body and mind as you step out into the rest of your day.

£15

7-Day replay available for all attendees

Relax, Rejuvenate & Rebalance.

This restorative yoga workshop is a perfect way to unwind and step away and take pause from the festive celebrations. As we get into the run up to the Christmas holidays we can really feel the stress levels start to rise from running here, running there, doing this, doing that. Give yourself the gift of this practice to help soothe the nervous system & recharge your energy levels so you have more to give those around you.

In restorative yoga, otherwise known as the art of relaxation, the body is fully supported by props in passive yoga poses to gently stretch, relax and open the body, adjusting the nervous system and resting the adrenal glands to melt away physical and mental tensions and promoting deep release, rest & relaxation in the mind and body.

They also assist the body’s processes of healing injuries and recovering from illness by releasing tension that would otherwise impede recovery. Taking place online from the comfort of your home, grab those blankets and cushions and spend some time to tend to yourself – this yoga class is the ideal opportunity to take your mind off busy life & indulge in relaxation.

Open to all ages & abilities – No experience necessary.

If you have any form of injury or serious illness, or if you are pregnant or have recently had a baby please do inform us before booking.

£15

7-Day Replay Included.