Yoga For All
Hatha Yoga
Hatha yoga is about bringing things into balance within you, supporting you to find a yoga framework that works for you to bring about peace and steadiness. This hatha yoga class will do that through asana or movement in combination with the breath, meditation, chanting and yoga philosophy. Rachel will take into consideration injuries, chronic conditions, and other factors such as the weather, season and time of day. These considerations, together, will determine the pace and content of the class. In some cases, it could be more physically challenging whilst in others the class may be gentler and more restorative.All classes are guided by the breath and there is always time spent with breath awareness and guidance on how to synchronise it comfortably with movement. The breathing we do in class is extremely beneficial in supporting the spine, in all movements, as well as deeply calming for the mind.
Restorative Yoga and Sacred Rest
This is a gentle class that works slowly , it is receptive rather than active, giving you the chance to restore your mind and body. It is about returning balance to who you are in both physical and non physical ways. Through the practice of yoga we will gently move our bodies, connect with our breath, relax and meditate. Yoga nidra will be included to support further relaxation.
Hatha yoga is about bringing things into balance within you, supporting you to find a yoga framework that works for you to bring about peace and steadiness. This hatha yoga class will do that through asana or movement in combination with the breath, meditation, chanting and yoga philosophy. Rachel will take into consideration injuries, chronic conditions, and other factors such as the weather, season and time of day. These considerations, together, will determine the pace and content of the class. In some cases, it could be more physically challenging whilst in others the class may be gentler and more restorative.All classes are guided by the breath and there is always time spent with breath awareness and guidance on how to synchronise it comfortably with movement. The breathing we do in class is extremely beneficial in supporting the spine, in all movements, as well as deeply calming for the mind.
Restorative Yoga and Sacred Rest
This is a gentle class that works slowly , it is receptive rather than active, giving you the chance to restore your mind and body. It is about returning balance to who you are in both physical and non physical ways. Through the practice of yoga we will gently move our bodies, connect with our breath, relax and meditate. Yoga nidra will be included to support further relaxation.
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About Rachel
My name is Rachel Chapman and I create yoga circles. My teaching was born out of my love for yoga and the beautiful and profound personal journey I found myself on through this practice. I wanted to keep learning and sharing the knowledge with others, I enjoy teaching people of all ages and abilities as much as I love the challenges that I continue to discover in my own personal practice. It is my hope that through my classes people will also experience the deep joy, serenity and healing that yoga has offered for me.
I embarked on a 2 year teacher training journey IYTA Aotearoa in 2007 and have been teaching yoga for 10 years. During my first pregnancy with my daughter in 2009, I also trained in London in Pregnancy and Post Natal Yoga and have taught this ever since. I have also learnt to guide children and teenagers with Samadhi Yoga in 2011. All of these learnings have been in Hatha yoga with Panjantali’s sutras at their heart. I feel as though my yoga journey has really helped me to accept and explore what it is like to be a woman in the 21st century, and to embrace the power of the practice for my emotional, mental and physical well-being as well as my soul life. If you’re interested in yoga classes in Hastings and yoga classes in Hawke's Bay I would l love to help you on your journey. |
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