Events, workshops and retreats allow us to delve a little deeper into the world of yoga with a group of like-minded people. We have the time to further explore practices and themes that we don't have time for in a regular class. They are the perfect place to further and deepen your own practice.

Autumn Restore & Recharge:
Yin Yoga & Sound Bath, Sunday 13th October 2024

Join Reshma and myself for a blissful afternoon of relaxation and letting go - Yin Yoga, Meditation, Sound Bath, tea and cake! The intention is that you will leave feeling restored, recharged and re-energised - a perfect practice for this time of year.
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The theme will be "Letting Go" as we turn to nature and see how Autumn is a season that invites us to release and surrender - to let go of what no longer serves us. It is a time of year where it is useful to find practices that help us slow down and be grounded.

Yin Yoga has close ties with Traditional Chinese Medicine and the energy at this time of year is all about taking in what we need and letting go of what we don’t, being able to deal with change and the ability to go with the flow of what life brings. Autumn is associated with the metal element which governs the lungs and large intestines and hold the emotions of sadness and grief when blocked. ​

Please note this is the first of a series of 3 events: 13th October, 10th November and 8th December. Each is individually priced at £35 or you can book all three for £90, if you book the first two you will then receive a £15 off discount code for the December event.

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"Just to say how much I enjoyed the mini retreat. Such a great way to spend the afternoon. Felt so relaxed afterwards, but also felt like I had moved my body as well."

Online Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath:
Thursday 24th October 2024, 8pm-9.15pm

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To those who don't fancy the Yin Yoga (or don't feel they can get down on a mat), you can enjoy the same restorative effects with our online, zoom offering of Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath, staying in the comfort of your own home. You can join live on the night or wait to receive the replay recording. Everyone who books will receive the recording and it will be available to replay for a week after the event so you could replay it every night to ensure a good night's sleep. The whole practice is done lying down in stillness - either on your bed or on your yoga mat. 

Yoga Nidra is an extended, guided relaxation where you simply lie down and listen to my voice as I lead you to a place of deep restorative rest. This will be seamlessly followed by Reshma's Sound Bath where the sounds and vibrations will take you to an even deeper place of relaxation. Tickets are £22.

For this practice you will want to make yourself really comfortable and warm. Here I  have a blanket underneath me (on top of my yoga mat), a folded blanket under my head, a bolster under my knees (you could use a pillow rolled in a towel or a rolled-up blanket), an eye pillow (or any alternative covering for your eyes) and a blanket on top. You could also have a rolled-up blanket or towel under your ankles. Feel free to lie on your bed - but know that you might be more likely to fall asleep! You can also stay seated in a chair.

"Really enjoyed last night’s relaxing Yoga Nidra meditation. Thank you."

November Restore & Recharge:
Yin Yoga & Sound Bath, Sunday 10th Nov 2024

We will continue with our October/Autumn theme of "Letting Go" as we follow nature at this time of year and are invited to release and surrender - to let go of what no longer serves us in preparation of the winter months ahead. It will be an opportunity to rest, restore and recharge, allowing you to slow down, relax and turn inwards - perfect for this time of year. The Yin Yoga and meditation practice will relax the body, calm the mind and allow you to turn inwards and the Sound Bath will transport you to a place of deep, deep relaxation. Tea and cake will be served at the end.

Please note this is the second of a series of 3 events: 13th October, 10th November and 8th December. Each is individually priced at £35 or you can book all three for £90, if you book the first two you will then receive a £15 off discount code for the December event.

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"I just wanted to say thank you for such a great session. It was altogether so enjoyable and I positively floated home!"

December Restore & Recharge:
Yin Yoga & Sound Bath, Sunday 8th Dec 2024

This will be a wonderful afternoon of self-care, an opportunity to slow down and rest and focus on yourself at this busy time of year. Our practice will tie in to the season of winter when the days are shorter and colder, nature seems to fall into a deep stillness and there is a strong calling to slow down, rest, stay warm and cosy and find stillness and quiet.

​This will be followed by complimentary tea and cake and time to chat. Time to "come round" slowly from our afternoon practice before heading home. 

As this is our last event before Christmas we shall also be bringing some products to sell - gorgeous homemade candles, soaps as well as crystals and jewellery. A perfect opportunity to treat yourself or get some Christmas shopping done.

​Please note this is the last of a series of 3 in-person events: 13th October, 10th November and 8th December. Each is individually priced at £35 or you can book all three for £90, if you book the first two you will then receive a £15 off discount code for the December event.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

​ABOUT SOUND BATHS
If you've never been to a Sound Bath before you're in for a treat! Nothing to do but lie down and be immersed in the sounds of crystal bowls, gongs and chimes. Their vibrations will help switch off your thinking mind and shift your brainwaves to a deeper place of calm. Sound baths have been found to reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep and enhance overall well-being. Sound and energy therapist Reshma Pankhania will lead the Sound Baths.

ABOUT YIN YOGA
This event is suitable for anyone who is happy to be lying down on a yoga mat, the Yin Yoga practice will be very gentle (ideal for beginners and experienced practitioners alike) - the poses are all lying down or seated on a mat, supported by props if needed. We hold the poses for a few minutes to encourage a deep release of tension in the body. It is a quiet, contemplative practice that targets the deepest tissues of the body, quietens the mind and melts away stress. The practice allows us to slow down, listen to our bodies and connect with our inner self, cultivating a sense of stillness. Sarah Greenall will lead the Yin Yoga and Meditation practices.

General Ts and Cs for the Yin Yoga and Sound Bath events:
- Please note if this event is sold out then it is worth joining the waitlist as there are sometimes cancellations. ​
- There is an on-site car park at St Francis de Sales Church Hall.
- Tickets are transferable but not refundable. If you ask us to resell your ticket and we are able to do so, then you will be refunded the ticket price less a £10 admin fee. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable.

ABOUT YOGA NIDRA
Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation/relaxation that allows you to calm your mind, enter into a deep rest, reduce stress and discover an inner peacefulness. Participants usually lie down and make themselves comfortable and warm (but can remain seated), close their eyes and simply listen to my voice as I guide them to a deep state of relaxation. Yoga Nidra translates as Yogic sleep - whilst not actually asleep, practitioners are led to a place of deep rest, a place between wakefulness and sleep. No previous experience is necessary.

"Just to say how much I enjoyed the mini retreat. Such a great way to spend the afternoon. Felt so relaxed afterwards, but also felt like I had moved my body as well."

Previous events:

Summer Solstice Restore & Recharge:
Yin Yoga & Sound Bath, Sunday 23rd June 2024

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Restore & Recharge - Sunday 12 Nov 2023 - hosted by Sarah Greenall & Sally Rowland
Charity Restore & Recharge - Sunday 14 April 23 - hosted by Sarah & Sally