YOGA

The benefits of Yoga
The top benefits doing of Yoga that people report are that they feel calmer, more relaxed, increased energy, improved posture and a more toned body and more able for everything else in life!

Improvements in flexibility, range of movements, circulation, often times a decrease in chronic back, neck and joint pain

WHAT CAN IT TREAT?
Yoga is a form of exercise that combines breath-work with a flowing series of postures and stretches with the aim of relaxing both the body and mind relieving mental stress. Yoga helps to strengthen tone and lengthen muscles so that the whole body feels toned. There is a strong focus on posture with very simple techniques that are easy to practice daily at home. Yoga will change the way you move and think.

It can treat:

• Poor Flexibility
• Poor Muscle tone
• Bad Posture
• Stress and stress related conditions
• Sports injuries
• Poor joint mobility
• Respiratory problems i.e. Asthma
• Headaches
• Blood Pressure
• Poor circulation
• Increases Immune system
• Rehabilitation
• More efficient lymphatic system (less toxins in the body)
• & More!!

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM YOGA?
Yoga is the longest existing practice in the world. One of the best things about Yoga is that everyone can do it - Kids, Adults, more mature people, men, women, people with mental and physical disabilities, people at various stages of physical rehabilitation.

WHAT HAPPENS IN A CLASS
There are different class levels, so confirm with the teacher of the class of your choice which one is best for you. Your teacher will demonstrate the different poses and also check in with you to make sure you are comfortable and moving correctly. Classes are tailored to all students in them so no one is left behind or feeling lost. Some teachers may incorporate meditation into the class.

WHAT DOES A ONE TO ONE SESSION INVOLVE?
The session will be tailored to you and your ability, working on your areas of concern as well as being a great work out! You will be shown techniques suited to you that can be practiced at home to keep the good work up. This is a great way to begin if you have never done yoga before and don’t feel quite ready for a class setting, or if you are a seasoned yoga student who just wants to focus on your goals.

The Studios at the Dublin Holistic Centre have wooden floors, lots of natural light, floor to ceiling mirrors and yoga mats are available. There are male and female changing rooms with lockers to store your belongings. Remember to wear clothing that is comfortable and enables you to move freely.