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Yoga and Meditation

Sunday November 9th, 2008.

It is no secret that for many, Yoga is as much a way to manage and deal with the stress of everyday life as it is to gain flexibility, strength and the other physical benefits of asana practice. The origins of Yoga as practiced in India are inextricably linked with the practice of meditation which has been shown to be a highly effective tool in reducing stress and beating the symptoms of stress at their point of origin, deep within ourselves.

The Goal of Yoga

Today, the link between yoga and meditation is often lost sight of in the enthusiasm students and many teachers have for the, very satisfying and rewarding, practice of physical yoga. The goal of yoga was originally to quiet the body and still the mind in preparation for the practice of meditation - the ultimate inner journey which leads ultimately to a more fulfilling life and engagement with the outside and every day world.

Mindfulness

This workshop in November will allow you to experience the effects of a full Hatha Yoga session upon a guided meditation practice. Following a Hatha Yoga class of 90 minutes, with myself (Liam Byrne) you will led by mindfulness trainer, Fidelma Farley, into two basic meditation practices that will enhance physical and mental stillness, and enable you to live more fully in the present.

Regular Breaks

This promises to be a very interesting workshop and I, for one, am looking forward very much to the extended mindfulness meditation after the yoga session. No need to worry about tortured legs either, this is a workshop (not a sweatshop!) and there will be no prizes awarded to those who can sit cross-legged the longest. There will be regular breaks to stretch the legs and opportunities to ask questions and discuss. Personally I can’t think of any better way (well, not many anyway) of spending a Sunday afternoon.

Cost and Duration

The duration of this workshop will be three hours with a cost of Eur 40.

To register your interest contact us at events@yogagorey.com or give me (Liam) a call on 086 408 2428. You can reserve a place on the workshop by sending a Eur 20 deposit to myself - just ask for details when you contact me.

PS Best to reserve early as places are limited to maximum 12 people.

NEW CLASSES!!!!

The Yoga Studio now offers a greater variety of Yoga classes than ever before. While maintaining a strong tradition of Ashtanga yoga, the Gorey Yoga Studio is proud to be able to offer ongoing Hatha Yoga classes together with not one but two Pregnancy classes, back strengthening classes for all those of you suffering from back pain (or hoping to avoid it!) and coming soon we will also have Yoga for Martial Artists, to help you strengthen and stretch those legs for high and powerful kicks.

ASHTANGA

Still the main studio in the South East for this popular form of Yoga, senior teacher Anthony (Anto) will be teaching beginners and continuation classes every Tuesday, Thursday evening and on Sunday mornings. Prepare to sweat, lose pounds and get fit in this popular class!

HATHA

Three new teachers have joined the Studio to offer gentle, deeply relaxing Hatha morning classes every Monday, Tuesday and Saturday and Hatha evening classes every Monday and Wednesday. Please join us in welcoming Liam, Siobhan and Barbara to the Gorey Yoga Studio faculty!

BACK STRENGTHENING YOGA

Available every Wednesday morning, this class, given by Hatha Teacher, Liam, focuses on stretching and lengthening the muscles of the back while building strength and support to prevent future injury.

PREGNANCY YOGA

Hatha teachers Siobhan and Deirdre provide you with specialized pregnancy Yoga every Wednesday evening and Saturday morning. No other form of exercise prepares you quite so well for that big day as gentle, strengthening Hatha Yoga for the mother to be.

YOGA FOR MARTIAL ARTS

Coming soon to the Gorey Yoga Studio. Register your interest with an email to info@yogagorey.com

See you all soon on the yoga mat!

Liam and Anto,

Namaste.