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Being flexible about flexibility

Norman Blair’s thoughts on the subject of hypermobility, the issues of flexibility in yoga, being able to sustain a yoga practice and specifically practicing Yin yoga

Yamuna Bodyrolling

Yamuna body rolling

Body rolling is a must for yoga students: It will enable and deepen your practice; it will teach and inform you about your own anatomy; and it will help you let go of emotional blocks, trauma and stress. You will feel more centred, grounded and more at ease physically and emotionally.

Foot Reflexology

World reflexology week

Discover the benefits of reflexology with our World Reflexology Week 20% off discount

Brad Warner

Zen uncut with brad warner

An inspiring, down to earth, contemporary introduction to Zen meditation. No robes and super laid back.

Teen Yoga

Why teens should do yoga

Yoga is invaluable in helping teens deal with changing emotions and stress.

Norman Blair Yoga

The body – by norman blair

Breathing, feeling, releasing, softening – this can be a way for us to better be, this can be a way for us to be waking up and more fully connecting to all that is.

Film Location

The shala being filmed

Free yoga classes at the Shala this Thursday at 6.30pm.

Sri Lanka Retreat Ulpotha

Sri lanka yoga retreat

In March we will be returning to our all-time favourite retreat venue – Ulpotha, a sustainable eco-Village/retreat centre in the heart of Sri Lanka.

New Student Offer

Our new student offer just got sweeter

Kick-start a healthier lifestyle and address health issues.. new student offer – 30 days yoga & Pilates (£45) + one holistic therapy (£25)

Zen Meditation

Introduction to zen meditation with brad warner

Certainly not your typical Zen Buddhist monk, Brad Warner is widely regarded as one of the most exciting new voices in Buddhism, bringing an informal, witty and down-to-earth approach to meditation and life in general

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