A great introduction to vinyasa yoga for completely new students. In this course we take an in-depth look at some fundamental yoga poses (asanas) and are introduced to pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation.

This course also helps you develop the physical fitness and you learn useful hints and tips to take on to any other physical activity.

I will lead you through this course to deepen your awareness of the connection of the body and mind, to recognize how you can support your goals in life through the yoga practice, while developing fitness, flexibility and peace of mind.

Course will start on 3rd of February and finish on 9th of March, Monday 8.15pm – 9.15pm.

Venue: The Boathouse in Barking, 62-76 Abbey Rd, Barking IG11 7BT (parking available)

For further directions to The Boathouse click here.

Cost £55* for the course.

You are welcome to bring your own mat, otherwise we keep spare ones in the studio. Other yoga props will be provided.

Please contact me on benita@benita-yoga.com or Facebook: Benita-Yoga for more details.

*non-refundable, non-transferable

Join us for a Winter GONG BATH in Barking on Wednesday 5th of February, 20:15 – 21:15.

The temperature of your body may drop during the session so please bring a blanket and cushion to stay warm and comfortable. We keep some mats, blankets, cushions, bolsters and eye pillows at the Boathouse, they will be given on first come, first served basis.

Cost – £12* (Gong Bath only) or £20 (Yoga + Gong Bath)

*non-refundable, non-transferable

The Boathouse
62-76 Abbey Road,
Barking, IG11 7BT
For further directions to The Boathouse click here. Parking available.

Don’t predict anything that can happen in the gong bath, please bring an open mind with no expectations. This is an adventure. Just relax and drift off where the sound takes you 🙂

What to expect in Gong Bath?
You simply submerge in the sounds, in the ocean of sounds. All you do is lie comfortably on a mat, close your eyes and slow your breath. Just like during the relaxation after our Yoga class. You prepare yourself to become the receiver of sound. In the place of stillness you become more open and aware of each sound that comes in. Then I create the soundtrack… Your mind, body and soul is bathed with the tones of the Gongs and other instruments. The aim is to go into a deep state of relaxation, taking you to a space of neutrality, a space of bliss where the body’s natural healing process begins… It’s all about opening the passage of energy flow throughout the body to make you healthy and happy.
When you awaken, you are ready to come back to the outer world, revived, calm and full of energy.

What’s behind this technology of sound vibrations?
Sound has been used in various cultures for thousands of years to move us from a place of imbalance to a place of balance. The sound vibrations, based on scientific research help return your body to a natural state of harmony. Sound helps to facilitate shifts in our brainwave state. Our fluctuating brainwaves are synchronised by providing a stable frequency which the brainwave can attune to. By using rhythm and frequency it becomes possible to down-shift our normal beta state (normal waking consciousness) to alpha (relaxed consciousness), and even reach theta (meditative state) and delta (sleep; where internal healing can occur). We experience this brainwave balancing to clear the mind, release stress from the nervous system and allow us to feel a deeper inner sense of peace, balance and vitality.

Last opportunity this year to start or deepen your meditation practice. I know it can be difficult to do it on your own but hopefully with this foundational meditation course we can approach meditation in a clear and practical way. We will cover the key areas which form the basis of a meditation practice.

We will explore them over the 4 weeks, as well as begin or deepen our ‘at home’ meditation practice. Each session includes meditation practice and related teachings to the practice. I will be sharing my experiences with you and you’ll have an opportunity to share yours if you wish in a safe and supportive environment. You will be encouraged to practice meditation between sessions so each next week you come to the course prepared and with more of your own experience that you may want to discuss if you wish.

We’ll be meeting on Saturday 9am – 9.45am (just before morning yoga class) on: 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th of February.

Venue: The Boathouse in Barking, 62-76 Abbey Rd, Barking IG11 7BT (parking available)

For further directions to The Boathouse click here.

Cost £35* for the course.

You are welcome to bring your own mat, cushions or blankets (anything that allows you to sit comfortably on the mat) otherwise we keep spare ones in the studio.

Please contact me if you need more details.

*non-refundable, non-transferable

-would you like to begin your regular yoga practice but don’t know where to start?

-have you attended some yoga classes and not sure ‘you’re doing it right’?

-want to learn how to modify the pose for your specific needs?

-would like to continue the exploration of yoga poses (asanas), pranayamas (breathing techniques)?

-or maybe you need to slow down your current yoga practice, pause to listen to your body and breath more, revisit the foundations of yoga?

This course may be for you 🙂

I will lead you through this course to deepen your awareness of the connection of the body and mind, to recognize how you can support your goals in life through the yoga practice, while developing strength, stability, mobility and peace of mind. Plus some useful hints and tips to take on to any other daily activities.

Course will start on 12th of February and finish on 18th of March, Wednesday 8.15pm – 9.15pm.

Venue: The Boathouse in Barking, 62-76 Abbey Rd, Barking IG11 7BT (parking available)

For further directions to The Boathouse click here.

Cost £55* for the course.

You are welcome to bring your own mat, otherwise we keep spare ones in the studio. Other yoga props will be provided.

Please contact me on benita@benita-yoga.com or Facebook: Benita-Yoga for more details.

*non-refundable, non-transferable