Yoga is an ancient science of understanding the Self. It is the art of listening inwards to experience who we really are. The physical practices are there to guide us in exploring our physical, mental and emotional well being. Every thought, feeling and action we have reflects how we feel about ourselves and determines how we interact with our world. By learning to move with our awareness in the present moment, we replace doing with being and connect to the vital energy that sits at our very core. What arises from this practice is therefore more than just physical strength or mental wellbeing. What arises is acceptance, surrender and a liberating sense of trust in the mystery of life.
We choose the name yoga Swaha in the spirit of our intention as teachers. In Tibetan language it can be translated at so be it, an expression of humility and respect for the wisdom of life. Swaha is basically a tribute to the devas (gods and goddess) requesting their blessings, empowerment etc, and is appropriate for anyone to use. So for a general purpose when we just wish to chant a mantra to please god we use Swaha – means I bow to you o lord. We share a feminine practice: a non-aggressive, non-competitive and self-loving approach. Our intention is to live life as authentically as we are able to in each moment, sharing our current experience and understanding of yoga whilst remaining open to the continuous learning and growth that arises from committing to truth.
Classes Descriptions
Power Yoga
Power Yoga de-mystifies yoga postures and promotes an athletic form. This dynamic, challenging style combines strength, flow and spirituality
Focus: Strength building
Unique Quality: Heals, detoxifies and exhilarates the body and mind with emphasis on movement, balance and intention
Benefits: Develops flexibility, balance and core strength
Who is it for? Intermediate to advanced or those that want a challenging work- out
What do you need? Willingness to go deeper into poses
Restorative Yoga
A soothing and relaxing class providing a perfect opportunity for deep and gentle openings of the joints and body tissue. Props will support and allow muscle relaxation to facilitate a myofascial release
Focus: Supporting the asana for surrender
Unique Quality: Effortless with props if required
Benefits: Brings peace, harmony and balance to the spirit, mind and body
Who is it for? Ideal for novice or practiced. Anyone ready to experience non-pushing movements for openness in the body and heart
What do you need? Willingness to be propped and relax into asana positions
Yin Yoga Myofascial Release
Yoga is a great ajunct to the practice myofascial release for both the practioner and the student. This intuitive and restorative practice allows time to embody the stillness blossoming within you.
Focus: Enhance your yoga with myofascial release techniques, stretching the meridians, easing muscle tension, strengthening muscles, flushing localised blood supply, etc.
Unique Quality: The fundamental characteristic of Yin Yoga is holding poses for several minutes. Connective tissue doesnt respond to brief, rhythmical stretches the way muscles do. Connective tissues are tough and fibrous and stretch best when pulled like taffy
Benefits: Combine yoga with myofascial release breaks up scar tissue, calms trigger points, release toxins, strengthen bones, improve lung and heart function, dramatically enhance your flexibility
Who is it for? Anyone who wants to optmise their yang yoga style such as Ashtanga, Power, Vinyasa flow
What do you need? Presence and willingness to quiet the mind and go deep into body awareness.
Chakra yoga
This practice will broaden your self-discovery journey. While in asana, posture, you will be guided to bring awareness to each chakra. This is a deeply meditative path of soothing your journey to inner peace.
Focus: Chakra system
Unique Quality: Awareness Builds Awareness of sound and color of chakras, with visualization an affirmations for developing healthy chakras.
Benefits: Allows an opportunity for forgiveness, healing and freedom on your Spiritual path, blessing your body and mind.
Who is it for? Everyone.
What do you need? Curosity and desire to know your energy body and how the it interacts with the physical.
Beginners class
Yoga comes from the sanskrit word yuj , which means yoke, union or to come together, as in spirit, mind and body. Yoga is for everyone, and here is where it all begins. if you are new to yoga, not very flexible or a bit worried about not being in shape, this is a perfect space for you. It is also a good place to start a journey of recovery from a trauma.
Focus: Introduction to the possibilities of an expanded you. You will be gently guided with special attention on how to keep it safe in your practice. We will focus in alignment, the meaning of each asana/posture.
Benefits: The awareness of the benefits unravel from each asana as you experience it in your body.
Who is it for? Anyone interested in basics, or new to yoga.
What do you need? Loose fitting or stretchy clothing, and bare feet.