We're pleased to offer a selection of wellbeing classes at Kingshill House. ​There are many potential benefits to participating in regular yoga or other wellbeing classes; improved physical and mental health, and stress reduction. Yoga and other mindfulness-based practices can help to increase self-awareness and encourage a greater sense of self-acceptance and self-compassion. Some classes will need to be booked via the tutors website. 

Monday

Morning Yoga, 10-10:45am

Monday morning yoga with The Nook Yoga. 

This class is for all abilities and are 45 minutes long Vinyasa and Yin Yoga practice.

Vin/Yin is a marriage of the strong, yang Vinyasa Yoga with the receptive Yin Yoga. Active, yet grounding sun salutations and standing flows are offered in the first half of class to enliven the body and chase away any fatigue. The Yin half of class, on the other hand, offers passive, seated and supine poses that are held for anywhere from 2 – 4 minutes on each side. The Yin aspect helps to switch off fight-or-flight mode, promoting balance throughout the nervous system and allowing for a sense of peace and relaxation.

Some mats are provided so please bring your own if you have one.

£8.50 per class and are come and go as you please with no membership fees or subscription's. Book via the button. 

​Please note these classes are currently not running
WEDNESDAY

Taijiquan & Qigong - Wednesday evening

£8.00

7-8pm


A wonderful way to spend your evening. Joe will support you through gentle stretching, warm-ups, forms, push hands and Neigong (internal work).


Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan) is a Chinese martial art that uses gentle, flowing movements to create and balance inner energy (called Chi or Qi). It has mental, emotional and physical benefits, such as increased agility, self-confidence, better memory, mindfulness etc. Our moves sometimes may look almost like 'slow motion Kung Fu'. The core goal is always building and balancing our energy. Qigong exercises can support the healing of chronic illness, emotional stress, physical and spiritual well-being. Many Martial Arts (such as Kung Fu, and Taji Quan) have borrowed and contain many elements of Qigong.


For all abilities, and no experience necessary. No equipment needed, wear loose fitted clothing and light, flat shoes or trainers that you can move in.


Pre-booking is required but you can choose to pay online or in person. Classes are £8 per session.


To pre-book, please contact Joe on 07814 371463 or drop him an email at joe.dymond@kingshillhouse.org.uk.
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Yoga For Mothers, 8-9pm

Join Mischa for Women's Yoga and Relaxation welcoming mums- to- be as well as new (and not so new) mothers.  This class is equally suitable for pregnant women (after your 1st trimester) and for mums of babies, toddlers and beyond.  If you're achy, tired and/or sleep deprived, these yoga sessions are designed with you in mind!  Come and let yourself be nurtured. 
Advance block booking £8 per class or drop-in at £10 
For more information or to book a class, please click the link below.
THURSDAY

Qigong & Meditation - Thursday morning

£8.00

10-11am


Join Joe for a soothing Thursday morning meditation session.


Qigong (pronounced chee-gung) is a mind-body-spirit practice incorporating intention, breathing, and movement for mental and physical well being. Qigong uses gentle slow movements to encourage the meridians in the body to open and flow - the same points used in acupuncture. These movements promote and focus energy or Qi into the vital organs, ligaments, tendons, tissue, and muscle. 

 

Meditation draws from chan (zen) meditation and includes standing, seated and walking meditation based on Buddhist and Taoist practices. Joe's teaching focusses on mindfulness, compassion and single pointed meditation and works both with those new to meditation and experienced practitioners. Meditation promotes concentration, clarity and a calm way of understanding the nature of all things, resulting in profound internal peace and positivity.


Pre-booking is required but you can choose to pay online or in person. Classes are £8 per session.


To pre-book, please contact Joe on 07814 371463 or drop him an email at joe.dymond@kingshillhouse.org.uk.
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Yoga with Sarah - Elm Tree Yoga
5:30-6:30pm & 7-8pm

​Join Sarah for 60 minutes of nourishing flowing movement, leaving you feeling balanced, connected and invigorated. Classes are vinyasa in style meaning there will be movement and flow as we look to move from one posture to another seamlessly, using breath. Each class will take a slightly difference focus, as we look to build from week to week, developing strength, flexibility and balance.

Classes are mixed ability and suitable for beginners. Class bookings are for the term, which is usually 6 weeks - £9 per class.

Please email Sarah if you wish to be added to the list for next term and she will be in contact as soon as a space becomes available. From time to time one of class spaces do becomes available which may not be shown on her website, so if you are interested in trying a class before you commit to the term, do let her know.

FRIDAY

Yoga with Natasha - Synergy Yoga
10am-11am 

Please note this class is not currently available

Natasha's Yoga Synergy classes are strong but gentle, resonating with the Sanskrit term “sthira sukham asanam” (be firm but calm).

Natasha will guide you to establish fluidity and ease in movements, while developing strength, stability and a steady mind. The class incorporates a series of spinal movements to mobilise the spine, enhance blood flow and regulate the nervous system. Through regular practice you will learn to move the body consciously, one joint at a time by connecting to your centre, whereby all movements initiate from the navel spine (the core).  Encouraging students to find comfort in asanas by adjusting the yoga practice to suit your body rather than manipulating your body to fit the posture. The class should leave you feeling a sense of Santosha (complete contentment and satisfaction with where you are in the present moment).

​“Breathe less, tense less, stretch less, think less” - Simon Borg Olivier