MORE ABOUT ACTIVATE
"Combining Yoga with creativity is the ultimate package for happiness, peace, health and freedom. Yoga is an ancient practice that has been going for thousands of years with evidence that it can improve your quality of life, health, mindset and slow down the effects of aging. Art and creativity stimulates the imaginative part of our brain, the areas that we used a lot as children but perhaps aren't tapping into as much when we get older. My secret to keeping the brain stimulated, active and young is by exploring the arts and enjoying the process of making something unique that is your own. This is why creativity will always play a huge role in my retreats and workshops. I also like incorporate the outdoors and connecting with nature, as this roots us to our true being and brings us into the wild where our spirits belong"
THE YOGA CLASSES
A lot of hard work goes into preparing and planning each class so that they are always different. Every pose will include different variations and alternatives so that everyone can take part. You will never be pushed beyond what feels comfortable for you, and you are not expected to achieve perfection as you will be encouraged to enjoy your own process. Listening to your body is by far the most important aspect of a yoga class. With careful guidance, you will be taught how to work within your own limits so that you get the most out of your practice.
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PROPS & MATS ARE PROVIDED FOR YOU TO USE
Props are provided in classes to help with your yoga practice when it comes to support, adaptations and comfort. We provide mats for those who don't have one - blankets for padding on knees, head, neck or just for keeping warm during relaxation - foam blocks for extra support with standing posters, stability, stretching or sitting on, and also yoga belts which are amazing for so many variations of stretching, balancing, core work, and helping you if you're flexibility needs some encouragement.
DURING RELAXATION
During Shavasana at the end of the yoga classes, we sometimes include sound healing as part of the relaxation which varies (instruments may include a drum, gong, bowls, chimes etc...) Sometimes, we will just have a guided meditation or the sound of nature. Every week will be different so that you have variety in your sessions. For a full sound bath experience, you can book under 'classes' HERE
MY ARTISTIC SIDE
Art and crafts are sometimes included within the retreats, but we also do some amazing workshops that are beginner friendly, teaching you how to create work that you can be proud of. As a professional Artist with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art, I am also available for commissioned work, as well as exhibiting at your gallery or cafe/shop. If art is something you are interested in or inspired by and would like to learn more, feel free to get in touch or check out my art on my Facebook page here.