YOGA
What is Kundalini Yoga?
Kundalini Yoga was developed thousands of years ago to work on the seven major chakras, the arcline and the aura. It works directly on the total energy of our being, balancing the endocrine and nervous systems, and reducing stress-induced toxins such as adrenaline and cortisol.
Through a blend of asana (physical postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), mudra (hand gestures), mantra (sound), meditation, eye focus, body locks and rhythm, the physical and spiritual practise of kundalini yoga empowers us to shift old patterns and deeply works on our biochemistry; therefore offering a new perspective for living, one that focuses on ‘being’ as opposed to ‘doing’.
The Benefits of Kundalini Yoga
Practising Kundalini Yoga regularly can quickly bring harmony in the body. This means that kundalini yoga helps each system of the body, each organ and cell to work together in harmony, so that every part of your physical body, and subtle energetic anatomy re-calibrate to work optimally.
- Your immune, nervous and endocrine systems become stronger and more balanced.
- You feel a sense of increased vitality, greater stamina and flexibility.
- You gain in consciousness and notice an increased mental energy and focus.
- You gain emotional balance, enhanced intuition, heightened creativity, a sense of presence and joy, and so much more.
SOUND “BATHS”
A Sound “Bath” is a deeply immersive full-body listening experience where the attendee lays down comfortably wrapped in blankets and is “bathed” in sound waves produced by gongs, Koshi chimes, singing bowls, rattles drums and the human voice.
Participants can experience tingling or wave-like sensations in the body, sometimes with visions or colours, but usually they find themselves surrendering into a very deep relaxation; awakening afterwards feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Your experience will be unique to you, and each time will be different. The gongs tune into your vibration and will send you exactly what you need, exactly where you need it! It is therefore always a very personal experience, wether in a group or a 1-1.
The Benefits of Meditation
Practising Meditation helps you to find stillness by slowing down and taking time-out from the activity of the restless mind. It is a time to connect to your breath, your mind and your emotions, and to be present to the life force energy in and around your body.
Regular meditation helps clear and relax your mind, helps you focus your energy, stay healthy and become more kind and compassionate to yourself and others, enabling you to rejuvenate, process your feelings and thoughts, and handle the stresses of modern day life more easily.
Meditation is about the relationship between YOU and YOU!
Tuning In Mantras
“Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo” x3
“Aad Gure NameH,
Jugaad Gure Nameh
Sat Gure Nameh,
Siri Guru Devay Nameh” x3
Closing Mantras
“May the long time sun shine upon you
All love surround you
And the pure light within you
Guide your way on, Guide your way on” x3
“Sat Nam” x3
“Yoga is the journey of the self,
through the self,
to the self”
– Bhavagad Gita
VOICES
Ali’s an excellent teacher & her commitment, knowledge & experience of kundalini yoga shines through in each class I’ve been to, whether in the studio or online.
Vikki Hamer
I have been looking for the right class for me for a while, and after the first 1 or 2 sessions I was hooked. I’m loving it!
Gareth Daniel
There is a nothingness to the practice that leaves me cleansed. It’s like looking into a fire for a very long time and feeling your mind washed.
Hugh Strathern
That was an incredible workshop, thank you! So much energy… thanks for all the time you put into it!
Catherine White
Thank you so much. Today’s session was gorgeous! I felt wonderful afterwards. It was exactly what I needed! 🙂
Tracey Mulvihill
Thank you so much for your ‘doodle’ classes through this most difficult of times Alison. It’s great your positive optimism and smile gets us all creating amazing work and gets me feeling better about life in general.’
John Blackwell
Experimental drawing is a great class, an opportunity to explore different mark making with a range of media, to respond creatively to music, to allow the luxury of play without judgement.
Sue P.
I’ve been attending classes for 3 years and during that time I’ve developed physically, emotionally and spiritually. Alison encourages me to take my practise further and offers modifications to exercises where I need them. I highly recommend her classes!
Jeremy Eddy
Always feel like each session is so personal and just for me. Very personal amazing experience every time and such a good teacher.
Nicola