With Maider Arrausi. Part 3 : Foundations for a Mat Class
Understanding the Pilates principles in Part 1 and the body alignment principles in Part 2 will help you perform the foundational mat exercises. Maider will break down in this class some of the fundamental mat exercises. These exercises are simple but intricate, and they are key to performing more complex exercises.
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Pilates Beginners Course – Part 4 : Fundamental Mat Class – 30 mins
With Maider Arrausi. Part 4 : Fundamental Mat Class Flow
This short mat flow brings together the learning from each class in this series. The pace of the class is slow and detailed.
Pilates Beginners Course – Part 2 : Neutral Spine, Core and Body Alignment – 30 mins
With Maider Arrausi. Part 2 : Neutral Spine, Core and Body Alignment
Pilates should improve awareness of body alignment. This class is dedicated to exploring the neutral pelvis and how the body aligns around the position of the pelvis. Building on the learning from the previous class, you will be introduced to the connection of breath and core.
Pilates Beginners Course – Part 1 : Pilates Key Principles and Breathing – 30 mins
With Maider Arrausi. Part 1 : Pilates Key Principles and Breathing.
During this class Maider will guide you through the principles that make Pilates not just an exercise but a mind–body practice. You will be introduced to how breathing is fundamental to the practice, in getting greater benefit from the Pilates exercises.
Intro to Splits, Afternoon Practice (45 mins)
With Aga Chojnacka.
The second of two classes that will address the splits. The ideal time for this first class is the afternoon or evening.
This practice is to be enjoyed in the afternoon, as a continuation of your morning practice – but equally, it can be combined with part one, taken all at once. We invite you to come back to this practice and explore different approaches. This slow-pace class will leave you grounded and equipped with a few tricks on how to deepen your splits safely.
Beginners Course – Bonus Savasana Practice – 10 mins
With Brian Malone.
The perfect completion to our beginners series or as a stand alone practice, a deeper look at the pose Savasana – the final resting pose at the end of almost every yoga practice. Learn how to relax and rest your body with this guided savasana practice.
Beginners Course – Part 4: Flow – 35 mins
With Brian Malone.
Part 4 will bring together all we have looked at throughout the course into this beginner friendly yoga Flow, giving you the confidence to bring what you have learned into other classes both in studio or online.
Beginners Course – Part 3: Lower Body – 35 mins
With Brian Malone.
In Part 3 we look deeper into the lower part of the body including the hips, legs and feet. Learning the different ways we can move these parts of the body and some ques to help you develop more awareness in your practice.
Beginners Course – Part 2: Upper Body – 30 mins
With Brian Malone.
Part 2 focuses on our upper body and limbs, including our hands, arms and shoulders. Getting familiar with how these parts are used and some tips on how we can improve their use within the yoga practice.
Beginners Course – Part 1: Spine – 35 mins
With Brian Malone.
Part 1 focuses on the central aspect of the yoga practice which is the Spine. Looking deeper into our Breath and some foundational movements within the yoga practice.
An Intro to our Beginners Course
With Brian Malone.
Welcome to our beginners course, perfect if you are new to yoga or perhaps would like to dive deeper into the practice. This is a series of 4 classes with a bonus Savasana practice. We recommend starting with Part 1.
Intro to Splits – Part 1 Morning Practice – 45 mins
With Aga Chojnacka. The first of two classes that will address the splits. The ideal time for this first class is the morning.
Aga will show you how to use fascia release techniques to help flexibility and address posture, making the splits more approachable, and showing you a few tricks you can use to deepen your practice.
Vinyasa Technique – 10 mins
With Brian Malone
Workshop Style breakdown of the transition from plank to chaturanga to upward facing dog. Beginner friendly.
Downward Facing Dog – 10 mins
With Brian Malone
A Workshop style short breakdown of the pose Downward Dog. Beginner Friendly
Learn To Headstand – 20 mins
With Suzanne McGill
Workshop Style. Suitable for all levels. Suzanne shares some follow-along prep drills you can incorporate into your practice in order to help build your headstand/ sirsasana.
Not recommended for those with neck or shoulder injuries, pregnant students or those with high blood pressure.
Sun Salutation B – 10 mins
With Suzanne McGill
Workshop style Step-by-step break down of Sun Salutation B/ Surya Namaskara B and it’s different variations. Suitable for all levels.
Sun Salutation A -12 mins
With Suzanne McGill
Workshop Sytle Step-by-step break down of Sun Salutation A/ Surya Namaskara A and it’s different variations, Suitable for all levels.
How To Do Downward Facing Dog – 5 mins
With Goran Jandric
Here Goran breaks down how to do downward facing dog and modifications for downward dog. Suitable for complete beginners.
