Pure Yoga Cheshire

Yuletide Yoga special with Andrew and Francesca.
2017-12-22 15:08 UTC | Pisa
Friday 22nd of December – from 5.30 to 7.30 pm
A Joyous and Relaxing cocktail of Movement, Breathing, Sound and Merriment.
Andrew and Francesca exceptionally teaching together for Christmas!
We welcome you to this two hour special where we will immerse ourselves in an evening of deep peace with smooth movement, Yin Yoga, mantra chanting and pranayama to nourish body, mind and soul.
We will end our practice with a sound relaxation, followed by mince pies and a cup of tea!
Class pass Holders: stamp on card + £5
Unlimited members: £9
Drop in : £12

Zhan Zhuang ("Jam Jong") sessions at Pure Yoga.
2017-12-02 10:22 | Pisa
Zhan Zhuang (pronounced Jam Jong) or ‘Standing like a Tree’ is a form of Chi Kung or Energy Exercise.
It is the art of standing still in carefully designed postures, not only to train the body and mind, but also to build up and move natural energy around the body. This increase and movement of natural energy around the body has the benefit of improving health and well-being.
For many years this exercise system was shrouded in secrecy in China; it was brought to the West by Master Lam Kam Chuen, author of ‘The Way of Energy’.
Benefits of practising Zhan Zhuang include:
Increased body fitness, including strengthening of muscles and core muscle groups.
Increased flexibility of muscles, tendons and joints.
Relief from aches & pains.
Mental and bodily relaxation with an increased ability to deal with stress.
Better sleep.
Strengthened immune system.
Increased energy levels & zest for life.
Greater creativity in approach to life – due to increased energy and clarity of mind.
Beginners are very welcome.
@ 2pm to 3.30pm
Cost: £10

Upcoming dates:
Saturday 2nd of December

Booking essential – For more information email info@silkhousetherapypractice.co.uk or call 01625 614754
About the teacher: Les Fullerton
Les Fullerton was born and grew up in Northern Ireland. He moved to London in 1985 to study at university. He worked for the Imperial Cancer Research Fund from 1991 to 1999, when he moved to Buxton, Derbyshire to start his own business.
He has long-held interest & passion for many forms of physical & mental fitness. He has trained in Zhan Zhuang under the tuition & guidance of Master Lam Kam Chuen since 2001.

Kundalini Yoga: an introduction with Jenni
2017-11-26 14:22 | Pisa
FULLY BOOKED – Sunday 26th of November from 1 to 4 pm
Known as the Yoga of Awareness, Kundalini Yoga is potent and powerful and will shake you up – in a good way. It gets you physically and mentally fit – and fast.
The energy of Kundalini is powerful and awakens your Soul. We start to stir this energy up by physical practice, mantra, breath control and meditation. When we start to wake up to our Authentic Self, we live by our dreams and visions, we start to create the life we have always wanted. We loosen up the hold of the mind and find a deep sense of stillness inside which we call “Sat Nam”.
The Workshop is designed for you to have your own experience of “Sat Nam”. Developing yourself from the inside out, so what we project into the world is only a True, Natural version of ourselves. The eyes are closed through the practice to encourage you to develop internally.
This workshop will Include:
Philosophy on the Origins of Kundalini Yoga
Physcial Excercise Set (Kriya)
Meditation to help you bust through blocks, fears and negativity
An uplifting mantra meditation
Raw chocolate!
Suitable for complete beginners to Yoga. No previous experience necessary.
Investment £30
PureYogaCheshire
To book, please email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk, phone 07909 144 414.

Yoga, Movement and Kirtan with James Boag
2017-11-19 10:12 | Pisa
Sunday 19th November 2017 14:00-18:30
Broad Spectrum, Whole Life Yoga: Movement and Kirtan Explorations with James Boag
14:00-16:00 Yoga and the Next Movement: Recreation and Evolution: Bringing yogic principles of balance and sustainability to broader spectrum movement.
In this yogic movement workshop/playshop we will first use yoga principles to explore how we can cultivate healthy neuro-muscular patterns and efficient kinetic chains through the body. This will include working with yoga postures ‘actively’, against gravity, inspired particularly by the work of hatha yoga teacher Simon Borg Olivier. We will then explore these principles through a broader spectrum of movement to invite greater vitality, presence and rejeuvenation, inspired particularly by Movement teacher Ido Portal.
16:30 – 18:30 Kirtan: Yoga and the Power of Sound: Call and response singing and chanting with James Boag
The yoga tradition offers myriad tools we can work with to cultivate integration and recover our innate capacities for deep presence and sustainable wellbeing. These include many sound-based techniques and practices. The extraordinary visionaries and research scientists of the ancient yoga tradition recognised the pervasive, penetrative power of sound and how the readily accessible resources of our own voices can be harnessed to foster harmony through the whole of our being.
The call and response singing and chanting of kirtan, is simple, yet powerful, cleansing and uplifting. James will also speak briefly about kirtan, Sanskrit as an energy-based language, the symbolism and effects of the words we use in the practice, and how kirtan relates to other practices and paths of yoga.
Everyone welcome! Do not worry if you are not a virtuoso singer. The joy and practical benefits of yoga are open to everyone.
Investment: £18 per workshop – £30 for both. Deposit required to secure your spot. Payment accepted cash, cheque, paypal, bank transfer. Contact us on info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk or phone 07909 144414
About James
Originally from Yorkshire, James teaches yoga and applied yoga philosophy globally.
James is known for his storytelling, his rich kirtans, deep meditations, principle-based approach to asana and movement, and for bringing the timeless wisdom of the traditional scriptural teachings vividly into the context of our lives today. He has been teaching for over twenty years, teaching yoga since 2003 and leading integrated programs on applied yoga philosophy around the world since 2009. He regularly returns to Mysore in South India where he completed his MA in Sanskrit, to lead courses on the Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras and Indian Mythology.
Check out James’ courses on the Yoga Sutra-s, Yoga Mythology and the Bhagavad Gita on www.yogaanytime.com, use code JAMESBOAG for 30 days free access.

Cacao Ceremony and Sacred Sound Journey with Gavin and Yasmin
2017-10-29 16:00 | Pisa
Sunday 29th of October 2017 – From 5 to 7 pm – £25.
Intuitive sound duo Gavin and Yasmin return to Pure Yoga for a unmissable evening of sacred ceremony, sensual chocolate and soothing sounds following their magical sell out visits in October and February.
Indigenous myth recounts how whenever the balance between humans and nature becomes threatened, cacao leaves the rainforest to open people’s hearts and return the planet to harmony. If you hear the call of this ancient art, join us for a shamanic sound journey through the elements to re-emerge refreshed, replenished and rejuvenated!
A cacao ceremony opens the doors of the heart to deep transformation. Whichever your path, the intention of the ceremony is yours to set, and, when called upon with reverence, the cacao Deva aligns you with the insight and awareness required to move towards that shift.
One treasure of working with ceremonial cacao is its capacity to facilitate extremely rich and often visionary, perceptive inner work. Ixcacao, the cacao Deva, has an intelligent, gentle and well-crafted means of delivery that allows participants to slip effortlessly within to explore these deep, inner terrains. After guided meditations and a shamanic sound journey through the elements, space for journalling is provided so insights can be noted – it can often take days, weeks or even months for the revelatory meaning of these whispers from the beyond to be fully understood.

With over one thousand chemical constituents, the bitter beans from the chocolate tree might well be the most pharmacologically complex food in nature. The alkaloids, neurotransmitters, neuromodulators, vitamins and minerals specific to cacao have a particularly nourishing effect on the human body, and these effects are amplified when using beans that have been fermented by burying underground in the traditional way.

This ancient method of processing distinguishes ceremonial grade cacao from raw or processed chocolate powders available in health shops and supermarkets.

About Gavin and Yasmin:

Gavin is a sound healer, bodyworker and herbalist who has been crafting exquisite elixirs from these beans since 2014. Alongside his partner Yasmin, Gavin creates mystical soundscapes in a safe, strongly-held space, combining overtone singing with acoustic and sacred instruments from different cultures around the world. Instruments that may be used to guide the journey include the Reverie harp, didgeridoo, jew’s harp, koto, monochord, tambura, handpan, ocean drum, frame drum, Koshi chimes, Himalayan singing bowls, sansula and tuning forks.

Avoid eating heavy foods before the ceremony. We have some blankets at the studio, but feel free to bring your own and a pillow to make yourself as comfortable as you can.

Read some of last year’s testimonials:

Cocooned in a warm sanctuary at Pure Yoga Cheshire, Yasmin and Gavin lead the most beautiful cacao ceremony. The experience was expansive, yet nurturing as we connected with mother natures gift of cacao. The sound healing that followed took me into a deep meditative state which was a truly special experience, a sound scape enhanced with scents and vibration. I can’t wait to join Yasmin and Gavin again to share natures medicine and succumb to the healing sounds.

The cacao ceremony with Gavin & Yasmin at Pure Yoga was amazing! I came not knowing what to expect at all, I laughed & I cried but really loved the whole experience! It was a such a treat & I cannot wait for the next one!
I really enjoyed it – I was unsure as to what it would be like but some of the sounds were really unusual and at one point I found myself crying! Loved the smells as well – in fact I wanted to ask what they were…
The ceremony was a beautiful, relaxing and indulgent experience. I would thoroughly recommend it.
I thought the ceremony was excellent – very informative about the cacao itself (which was unbelievably delicious!) and the sound journey took me into some truly weird and wonderful places. I was very moved by it all and felt warm and happy for hours afterwards! I’m really grateful for the experience and wouldn’t hesitate to do something similar again.

Deposit required to secure your spot – payable via bank transfer, cash or cheque. Contact us to book info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk – phone 07909144414

Drawing Breath: Yoga and Mark-making with Deborah
2017-10-14 15:07 | Pisa
An experiential workshop, blending yoga asana, breath awareness, meditation and mark-making. Saturday 14th October 2017 1.30 – 4pm £20
This workshop is for doodlers, movers, breathers and the curious. No previous experience of yoga or mark-making necessary. All equipment will be provided.
About
The Drawing Breath workshop blends yoga asana and breath awareness with an exploration of drawing or rather mark making in a meditative, less directed, more doodley way.
Why say mark making rather than drawing
Most people (adults) will tell you they can’t draw even some artists will confess to this. It is of course rubbish, but they won’t believe you. So we call it mark making and every one can do this. We don’t begin with the idea that we are going to draw a particular this or that. We begin with the mark, how does it feel? What is the sensation of the pencil moving on the paper, does the hand and the arm sweep or jerk. Is the paper rough or smooth, how does the mark make you feel? What can you express with your marks?
What to expect
The workshop will be similar to a regular yoga class in many ways, after an initial introduction and settling in, the session will begin with simple breath awareness, with and without pencil. We will warm up the body with limbering postures and movements and in the same regard limber our mark making. Then progress to exploring standing and seated postures in movement and mark. Having some fun exploring our feelings and how it feels to make different postures in mark and movement. The session will end with meditation, a relaxing doodle and savasana (complete relaxation).
For those not used to drawing or doodling, don’t worry you will not be left with a blank piece of paper and not know ‘what to draw’ you will be guided just as you will be guided through the yoga asana. Within this there will of course be opportunity to express your individual self, in posture and in mark.
About Deborah,
Deborah is a practicing fine artist and yoga teacher. Increasingly Deborah has a found commonality between her practices of yoga and art which has led her to share some of these ideas in the drawing breath workshop.

Yoga Retreat in Tuscany (Italy) October 2017
2017-10-01 15:35 | Pisa
With Andrew and FrancescaFrom 1st to 8th of October 2017
Welcome to a week of rejuvenation, relax and reconnection with nature.
Surrounded by a Mediterranean forest, Casale Pundarika (http://www.pundarika.it/en/) is the special location for our week long retreat. A typical Tuscan country house ideally set in a magical place 2km from the village of Riparbella on the Maritime Hills a few km from the Tyrrhenian coast. A mixed landscape of woods, olive groves, vineyards and a skilfully-worked countryside reflect the agricultural origins of the town.
The house offers comfortable shared accommodation, ample practice rooms and the possibility to practice yoga outside under a comfortable marquee, from which the rising sun can be contemplated during our morning practices.
The programme offers:

Meditation and Pranayama early morning (one hour approx)
Yoga asana (postures) mid-morning (one and half hour)
Afternoon practice – Question and Answers followed by Yoga postures and Pranayama (one and half hour)
Late evening gatherings on some days.

There will be time for quietly enjoying contemplation and personal time. We will observe silence each morning until lunch time, as well as a full day of silence as part of our practice.
The cost of £695 includes full accommodation, all meals (breakfast, lunch and supper), all yoga practices and the use of the outdoor bath tub.
The nearer airport is Pisa – flights from Manchester to Pisa with Jet2.com can already be booked and the cost is now only £153 for a return flight. Transport from and to the airport can be arranged.
Bookings are confirmed with a (non returnable) deposit of £150 with the balance to be paid by 15th of September 2017. Cheques made to Pure Yoga Cheshire, bank transfer, Pay Pal or cash are all accepted.
For more information and bookings – email us info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk – phone +44 7909 144 414

Yoga Inversions Masterclass with Andrew
2017-09-16 15:50 | Pisa
Saturday 16th of September – from 1.30 to 3.30 pm.
*Number limited to 15 for this extremely popular event – space is ONLY confirmed upon full payment, thank you!*
Feel lighter! Overcome fears and develop deep inner confidence. Bring balance and poise into every aspect of your life.
Join Andrew in this Yoga practice that will introduce you gradually to some of the most feared, exhilarating, challenging and delightful yoga postures. Take the time to look at the world and your life from a different prospective… upside down!
Inversions like headstand and shoulderstand are some of the most powerful asanas, affecting one physically (traditionally are considered to reverse the aging process), mentally (stimulating intuition and clarity) and spiritually (expanding consciousness leading to enlightenment). Learn how to invert safely with proper alignment and intention!
Handstand (Adho Mukha Vrksasana), headstand (Salamba Sirsasana), forearm stand (Pincha Mayurasana) & shoulder stand (Salamba Sarvangasana) and preparation for these postures will be covered.
A balanced practice with preparations (including shoulders and chest openers) and strengthening work, to calm down at the end with gentle cooling down postures. Finishing with meditation and relaxation.
Drop in rate – £18
Special price for Pure Yoga members:
10 class pass holders – £10 plus a stamp on their card
Unlimited pass holders – £16
Please contact us for more information and for booking. Phone 07909 144 414 – email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk

A Breezy Walk into the Peace of Mind
2017-08-31 08:00 - 17:00 | New Orleans, Louisiana, peelmedu , coimbatore, 95412, India
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Yoga Times and the Happy Endings
2017-07-17 08:00 - 2017-07-21 17:00 | Houston, Texas, Avalanche, Ooty, 87455, India
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Yoga for Back Care with Deborah
2017-06-17 15:12 | Pisa
Saturday 17th June 2017 1:30pm – 4pm £20
Yoga can be an invaluable practice for managing existing back conditions, helping prevent future problems and dealing with some acute back pain episodes.
In this workshop, we will use breathing practices to bring awareness to the spine and gentle movements suitable for when we have reduced mobility. Then we will move through limbering sequences toward standing, seated, prone and supine postures to take the spine through its full range of flexibilities.
We will look at what it means to bring the spine into its neutral curves and how we can use the all-important core muscle group to support our spine during practice. Using strengthening and stabilising postures to help address any muscle imbalances and weakness that may contribute to our back problems. We will finish with some more restorative postures and savasana.
Deborah has been practicing yoga for many years and with growing knowledge and practice has found yoga extremely beneficial for the prevention and management of her own back problems.
Since qualifying as a yoga teacher with Yogacampus Deborah has continued to study with them to deepen her knowledge and understanding of therapeutic yoga, particularly regarding back pain solutions and prevention. Studying with various teachers including Julie Gudmestad, internationally renowned yoga teacher and licensed physical therapist, Doug Keller who teaches workshops and trainings in the therapeutic applications of yoga, and Ann Blackmore a yoga and body work therapist and trained osteopath.
For those with existing chronic or acute back conditions we would advise you to consult your doctor or therapist before participating in this workshop.

Feel the Spirit and Divinity in Nature
2017-05-20 08:00 - 17:00 | San Diego, California, Brookbond Road, Coimbatore, 65472, India
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Yoga Weekend in Glastonbury 12th to 14th May 2017
2017-05-12 10:00 | Pisa
Glastonbury, King Arthur’s ancient isle of Avalon, has been a centre of pilgrimage for a wide range of people of different faiths and spirituality since ancient times.
Glastonbury Tor rises dramatically from the mystical landscape of the Somerset levels. Nestled just beneath the Tor, and within easy walking distance from the town is Shekinashram, the special location for our weekend retreat. The retreat offers the perfect opportunity to wind down, relax and practice yoga in a spiritual surrounding. The Ashram offers Bhakti yoga sessions like Friday evening Kirtan chanting and early morning fire ceremonies, which are optional and free for you to join.
Prices:
£265 per person sharing in triple room – £285 per person sharing in double room.
Prices include full accommodation and all meals, yoga sessions, all activities and the use of a real sauna.
Bookings are confirmed with a deposit – £100 non refundable. Due to the very limited amount of spaces available, we ask to confirm your booking with a deposit as soon as possible. Cheques, bank transfer and cash are accepted.
This is a sample for the timetable – please note that times might change slightly:
Friday 12th
3 pm Arrive.
4 pm Wind down Yoga practice – Asana and Pranayama
6.30 pm Light supper
7.30 pm Kirtan at the ashram (optional)
Saturday 13th
6.15 – 6.45 am Meditation and Pranayama
7.00 am Puja Ceremony at the ashram (optional)
8.30 am Breakfast
11.30 -13.00 am Asana
13.30 pm Lunch – main meal of the day
5:00- 6.30 pm Asana and Pranayama
7.00 pm Light supper
Sunday 14th
7.00 am Vedic Fire Ceremony (optional)
OR
7.00 am Silent Walking Meditation to the Tor

8.30 am Breakfast
11:30 -13:00 pm Asana
1.30 pm Lunch
2:30 – 3:30 pm Gentle Asana and Pranayama
Departure.

Writing for Wellbeing: Storytelling for Self-Exploration.
2017-05-06 14:28 | Pisa
SATURDAY 6 MAY from 1.00 to 4.00pm
Write your way to a more positive outlook on life!
We all have a story to tell, and we are all part of greater stories.
In this workshop, we will explore the potential of story writing
as a means for self-growth and awareness.
We will work with stories such as the Ramayana tale, as well as using our creativity in approaching our own life story.
No previous writing experience is needed, only a willingness to explore your own creative potential in a nurturing and friendly environment. You never have to read your work aloud.
What is Writing for Wellbeing?
Words have power! Writing is good for you! We use guided writing activities as a gentle approach to personal growth. These writing activities are tools which you can take away with you to use throughout life.
A developing body of research shows that expressive writing helps calm the mind and emotions, and increases feelings of happiness and wellbeing. People who have done Writing for Wellbeing say it sparks their imagination and helps them release both personal and creative limitations. As well, they find it focusing and meditative, and say it helps them be kinder to themselves.
How does it work?
Writing for Wellbeing is easy! You will be guided through specific writing activities designed to help release the words within you in a positive and creative way. Individual sessions will be tailored to your own needs for healing and growth. Group sessions are enhanced by the support and energy of other participants.
No previous experience is needed. Anyone can do it. You will be guided through each writing activity in a non-judgemental atmosphere. Technique is unimportant — whatever you do is right for you. And remember — you never have to read out anything you have written, so you can write whatever you want
Laura Napran, PhD, is an experienced teacher, writer and storyteller,
and a member of Lapidus (Literary Arts for Personal Development)
and NAWE (National Association of Writers in Education).
Call 07909 144414 or email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk to reserve your place
Only £30 (including tea and biscuits)

Journey with sound - Immerse yourself in Enchanted voices
2017-04-22 20:41 | Pisa
For the first time at Pure Yoga Cheshire – a special Saturday night treat after an inspiring Yoga session with Pressiana Petia Vishuddi – Saturday 22nd of April from 6.30 to 7.30 pm

Forget the world for a while, and sink into a tranquil ocean of healing sound waves.
Lay or sit down, close your eyes and allow the sounds to wash away the stresses of the day, as you are filled with the beautiful vibrations of pure sound and vocal chanting.
You will experience a number of specially chosen instruments as you take a journey with us into sound we including Medicine Drum, Gong, Crystal and Himalayan Singing Bowls, Chimes, Rattles and flutes.
Please bring your own pillow/blanket for extra comfort.
Special Price: £12 per person – to be paid via bank transfer, Paypal, cheques or cash at the studio.

About Helen and William:
William Lee ( Sound Healer )
Sound Healing is the therapeutic application of sound frequencies, using voice and specially chosen instruments, with the intent of bringing body mind and spirit into a state of balance and harmony. The use of vibrational sound helps to reduce stress, alter consciousness and create a deep sense of peace, well being and better health.
William studied Sound Healing at Atlantis College in Somerset. He is an associate member of the Complementary Medical Association.
Having practiced Martial Arts in his youth William developed an interest in the Eastern traditions and has studied and practiced meditation for many years. Drawn to healing, William became a Reiki practitioner in 2004 and is the holder of a Reiki Masters Degree. In addition to Sound Healing William also offers Reiki treatments.
Helen Leece
(Ayurveda and Yoga Practitioner, Reiki Master and Vocal Sound )
Helen has studied Ayurveda and Yoga and has been practising in the northwest for the last 8 years. Mantra has been a big part of her training having spent time with Rajesh David a classical Indian singer and studied with Yoga point ashram in Nashik India. Helen practises Reiki after studying to Master level in 2003 and studied sound in Glastonbury using vocal exploration and mantra as a method to ease tension within the mind and body.

Clear Mind Yoga with Pressiana in Macclesfield
2017-04-22 16:11 | Pisa
Saturday 22nd of April 2017 – from 1.30 to 5.30 pm – £30
This workshop will reveal the richness of slowness and stillness.
We will combine asanas (postures), pranayama ( breathing) and slow movements to develop the sensitivity and understanding about our comfort zones and discomforts.
The slow practices are simple but in the same time quite intense and challenging.
Gravity will be an essential part of the workshop. We will learn how to utilise it in our asanas and surrender to it to make it work for us.
When we move slow or stay in the asanas for a longer period, the effect reaches the nadis (meridians) where the prana energy(life force energy) flows.
The effect takes place on deeper layers than the physical body, it works on the mental, emotional and energy body.
We will improve the circulation of prana, which will start removing any mental or emotional blockages that have created tensions.
Step out of every day hectic and treat yourself with four hours of sweet deep relaxation, a better understanding about your limits, a good laugh and maybe
cry.
The workshop is suitable for very beginners and advanced students.
About the teacher
Pressiana Petia (Sannyasin Vishuddhi) was introduced to OM as the essence of existence by her mother, and yoga has been a part of her life since her childhood.
Primarily working as a professional photographer Pressiana was born in Bulgaria but based in Germany and teaching in centers and ashrams around the world.
She is the founder and director of Corsica-Yoga Center since 2000 where she gives classes, workshops, retreats and teacher training programs.
She studied in India for years with great masters as Swami Satyananda, B.K.S Iyengar, Rishi Dharmajyoti, just to name some, and holds a diploma in advanced yogic studies and yoga therapy from Vishwa Yoga Darshan in Trimbakeshwar in India. Pressiana is initiated into Sannyas in the lineage of Bihar School of Yoga and carries the spiritual name Sn.Vishuddhi Saraswati.
Alongside she is certified Ayurveda panchakarma therapist and Reiki Grandmaster.
Her yoga classes merge the dualities of being funny & serious, fast & slow, laughing & crying. The main focus is on awareness, concentration and sensitivity on every breath, emotion, thought and pose.

Kirtan: Journey In To the Heart with Bhavana.
2017-03-24 19:15 | Pisa
Friday 24th of March 2017 from 7.15 to 8.45 pm
Once again we are delighted to host our friends Narayani and Mat for a joyous evening of kirtan!
Kirtan is chanting or singing, a form of yoga for the voice done in a group accompanied by music. It requires no background or training, and is easily learnt. Repeating Sanskrit mantras creates a meditative and uplifted mental state, and helps to melt inhibitions that can suppress your voice and expression. You add your voice to those around you, creating a sense of harmony. Some people feel a sense of calm, others a sense of elation- it’s a great way to unblock emotions and a sense of being stuck. The words and melodies are simple and repeated so that you can get into a rhythm and enter a more meditative state conducive to letting go.
Bhavana’s kirtans are unique throughout the world for their dynamism, creative use of the ancient mantras, range of sounds, and ability to access so many routes to the calm place within.
Price: £10 pre-book, £12 at door
About Bhavana:
Narayani and Mat Baker are a husband and wife team who share a love and passion for devotional music, kirtan and the power of sound. They travel throughout the UK and Europe offering their music and voice workshops wherever they are invited.
Narayani is known for her powerful devotional singing and for facilitating voicework that opens the heart and encourages our highest expression. Over the last 10 years, her journey of yoga led her to discover her own resonant voice. Leading her first Kirtan had such a profound and transformative impact on her life that she chose to offer that same gift to others through Kirtan and voice workshops around the world. Narayani studied voice work with Chloe Goodchild and the Naked Voice and has learnt yoga and trained as a teacher in the lineage of Krishnamacharya and the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres.
Mat is a singer and multi-instrumentalist. He brings a gentle, transformational quality with his soulful voice and powerful percussion and Bouzouki (Mandolin family) playing. His passion for devotional music began in his childhood in South Africa. His discovered Bhakti Yoga and Kirtan on meeting his wife, Narayani and it quickly became a very natural and integral part of his life and music. Mat also performs solo, singing devotional folk with his Bouzouki, as well as collaborating with a variety of inspirational World & Devotional musicians. Mat has studied with a number of master percussion teachers including Glen Velez and Reinhard Flatischler.
More information on Bhavana website.

Welcome to Pure Yoga South West!
2017-03-14 13:44 | Pisa
Join Andrew and Francesca for yoga classes in the Somerset and South West area. We offer private sessions (one to one), workshops, retreats and special events.
PRIVATE YOGA SESSIONS – One to One or small groups
Enjoy the comfort of a yoga practice perfectly created to accommodate your needs at any given time. Increase the benefits that yoga can bring, helping you live a more balanced life, decreasing stress levels, improving sleep patterns and helping to soothe back pain (often caused by poor posture).

If it’s your busy schedule that doesn’t seem to give you time to join a public class, or a particular condition where you prefer to have your own expert teacher following you closely, Andrew and Francesca are happy to discuss your specific needs and can create a practice that suits you.
Whether it is a relaxing, a therapeutic or a strengthening yoga practice to accompany your sport’s discipline, we are fully qualified and insured, happy to arrange a time that suits you either in our comfortable space in Somerset (where all the props are provided) or in the comfort of your own home. We cater for small groups too – inquiries are welcome!

Francesca is also specialised in Somatic Movement Education that can be successfully incorporated in a private class to soothe discomfort in the hips and back area. We use simple movements and Hatha Yoga postures to release and overcome tensions and restrictions that might cause pain in the spine/sacrum/hip region. If you experience discomfort or simply would like to feel better in your own body please contact us to book a session. Francesca also offers Pregnancy Yoga and Yoga for Birth sessions for couples, where pregnant ladies and their birth partner join in to practice movements and breath for birth, leading to a better awareness of body during birth. Small groups welcome. Email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk.

Be a Family for Healthy Living
2017-03-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Houston, Texas, Avalanche, Ooty, 87455, India
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Lets Unite the World for Awareness
2017-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Atlanta, Georgia, ghandhipuram, coimbatore, 98744, India
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Biodanza for Wellbeing with María.
2017-02-19 08:56 | Pisa
Sunday 19th of February 2017 from 5.30 to 7 pm
Special price: £12
Payment can be done by cash at the studio or via bank transfer – easy and convenient – ask for our bank details.
Would you like to rediscover the joy of living?
Biodanza is a well-established system of personal development. Popular in Latin America and Europe, it uses music and movement as a way to develop healthy and balanced relationship with ourselves and others. A powerful tool to reduce stress, improve self-esteem, self-confidence and wellbeing. There are no steps to learn and everybody is welcome!
Using music, movement and the group dynamic, Biodanza is a joyous burst of expressive freedom and creative energy. This is a dance experience that’s open to ALL without any steps – it’s perfect for anyone of any age and of any ability. So come along and dance the dance of life!
There’s no mystique to Biodanza: it makes perfect sense. Music, movement and self-expression generate positive energy – and they’re great fun! In our workshops, we move freely, express our feelings and make connections with others through movements and exercises.
This isn’t a dance class as such: there are no steps to be learned and no-one expects any particular level of fitness. This is about you and everyone receives a warm welcome. Like mindfulness, Biodanza is designed to help us ‘live in the moment’ and rid ourselves of the ‘noise’ that surrounds us, preventing us from knowing who we truly are and understanding our potential.
For bookings contact Francesca at Pure Yoga: info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk, phone 07909144414 – read more about Biodanza on Maria’s website: Biodanza for Wellbeing
About Maria Cañizalez-Jerez– Biodanza Teacher:
Originally from Venezuela, Maria teaches Spanish at Manchester Metropolitan University; she also teaches children and young people. She holds a BA (Hons) in Modern Languages and a PGCE in Secondary Education.
Maria is also a fully qualified Biodanza teacher, specialising in Biocentric Education, Biodanza for Older People, Biodanza for Children and Adolescents and also Identity and the four elements. She is a member of the Association of Biodanza Teachers UK (ABTUK); People Dancing: The Foundation for Community Dance, and an Affiliate Member of the British Psychological Society.
Maria has been a firm believer in the positive power of Biodanza since she first encountered it in 2006. She began running popular monthly sessions in Manchester in 2011, but now wants to spread the word more widely, by offering Biodanza to institutions and care settings as a pathway to better mental health and wellbeing.
Maria lives with her family in Manchester and enjoys yoga, hiking and languages.

Chill Out Yoga on Sunday - special January treat.
2017-01-08 16:06 | Pisa
Sunday 8th of January 2017 from 5.30 to 7.30 pm – with Francesca
Yoga to brighten up the darkest time of the year! After the wonderfully busy Chistmas time, dedicate 2 full hours to yourself in this Sunday night treat where we will reflect, recharge and relax deeply.
We are blessed with a truly quiet (no traffic blaring outside our window!) and beautiful space conducive to peace and tranquillity… People often comment on how smooth these sessions are, and how magically they lose any awareness of time. Our studio is fully equipped with props like bolsters, blankets, blocks, bricks, chairs, balls and anything you need to make your experience even more relaxing…
This January Sunday special will begin with Somatic Movements to fine tune in with our body, mind and soul – moving onto some Restorative postures (to rebalance the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems) and completing the practice with Pranayama, Mudra (hand gestures), Mantra (simple chating) a short Meditation and final Relaxation. The perfect end to the weekend to restore your energies, and an amazing way to get your practice going again in January.
Restorative postures are truly comfortable simple seated postures, where the body rests over props like bolsters, blocks and blankets. The quiet environment and beautiful setting is perfect for enhancing relaxation and wellbeing…
Pranayama is the actual essence of Yoga. Very simple breathing techniques to focus and calm the mind, and to recharge the body’s vital energy. It is said that Prana (vital energy) dissipates through an overactive lifestyle, so this is the perfect way to replenish your deep resources!

Drop in rate: £16
Special price for Pure Yoga members:
10 class pass holders: £ 9 plus a stamp on their card
Unlimited pass holders – £ 14
Please contact us for more information and for booking. Phone 07909 144 414 – email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk

Its Selfie Time for our Young Trainees
2016-12-24 08:00 - 2017-12-24 17:00 | New Orleans, Louisiana, peelmedu , coimbatore, 95412, India
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Candle lit "Chill Out" Yoga Sunday Evening
2016-12-11 11:09 | Pisa
Sunday 11th of December 2016 from 5.30 to 7.00 pm.
Our Annual Festive Relaxing yoga sharing… join Francesca for this special Sunday evening Chill Out before Christmas.
We’ll open the gathering chanting the Om Mantra and the Yam Mantra to connect deeply with our heart essence. Continuing with Restorative chest opening posture, Yin Yoga, Pranayama and finishing with Relaxation. Enhancing your wellbeing during the busy Festive Season, taking a break to nourish deeply your Heart, Mind and Soul.
Class pass Holders: stamp on card + £5
Unlimited members: £9
Drop in : £12

Yoga Nidra with Maryline
2016-12-04 10:05 | Pisa
Sunday 4th of December 2016 – 5.30 to 6.30 pm £10 – payable by cash or bank transfer.
Pure Yoga Cheshire looks forward to helping you relax at the start of a potentially very busy December month. Join us for a delightful one-hour guided Yoga Nidra relaxation class with guest teacher Maryline Higham.
The perfect end to your weekend, in readiness for a busy weekly schedule!
Yoga Nidra is a proven resource for healing, insight, and empowerment. It helps us to re-encounter the essential truth of who we really are and provides us with the opportunity to experience deep freedom.
Yoga Nidra is practiced whilst the body is resting in a supported lying down position (or seated), allowing the subconscious mind to be highly receptive to cues of letting go and achieving peace.
This class is designed to help you to relax, settle your thinking patterns and give your body and mind a full recharge.
In this special 1-hour session, Maryline will guide you through not one, but two Nidra practices. The relaxations will be combined with mindful awakening exercises, reflection and meditation time.
Suitable for every body and level, with or without previous Yoga experience.
Book early to secure your place. Cost: £10. Please wear comfortable clothes, long sleeves tops, socks and long pants / bottoms. Mats, blankets and props will be provided and already set out for you; bring your own cosy blanket if you wish.
Phone Pure Yoga 07909 144414 – email info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk
Abour Maryline Higham:
Maryline is a qualified Hatha Yoga teacher with 10 years teaching experience in the Manchester and Cheshire areas. Specialising in Restorative and other forms of Yoga, she enjoys balancing the physical challenge of postures with the calming journey towards inner peace.
She is registered with the British Wheel of Yoga, Birthlight and Yoga Alliance.
Maryline teaches in a caring and relaxing way. Her approachable nature comes across in class to leave students feel strong and nourished.
Maryline has always had a deep interest in Yoga Nidra since the beginning of her practice and teaching career. She first experienced the method in Sivananda classes in 2001 and has since used it for her students’ and her own relaxation.
Her studies with the UK’s leading relaxation expert Uma Dinsmore-Tuli, have inspired her to offer Yoga Nidra relaxation classes weekly in Manchester city centre and in Hale. Maryline wants to encourage people to take relaxation breaks as part of their daily life. She believes this promotes peace of mind – especially to folks with fast-paced lifestyles.
To find out more about Maryline’s classes, visit yogaspirits.co.uk.

Yoga Workshop with Andrew at BWY North West Yoga Seminar
2016-11-05 14:39 | Pisa
Awakening to the Delight of Your Yoga.
An inquisitive and stimulating day to discover the joy in our yoga practice. Suitable for all levels.
Trinity Methodist Church Hall, Trinity Gardens, Bramhall Lane, Woodwomoor, Stockport SK3 8TP
Saturday November 5th 2016 – from 10 am to 3 pm
9.30 – 10 am: Arrivals
10 am – 12 noon: Introduction, exploring Asana through gentle limbering “circles of delight”, finding movement, articulation & how this relates to matters of the heart and mind. With the cultivation of awareness, physically, mentally and emotionally, we can explore some of the more classical postures.
12 -1 pm: Lunch break
1 – 3 pm: Questions and Answers followed by gentle, awakening and restorative yoga in preparation for pranayama and meditation. Finishing with relaxation (please bring a warm blanket).
Cost £20 – free for BWY Members
For more information and bookings: please contact British Wheel of Yoga directly www.bwynorthwest.org.uk

Writing for Wellbeing Workshop: Change and Growth
2016-10-29 15:40 | Pisa
Saturday 28th of October from 1 pm to 4 pmOnly £30
To book a place call 07909 144414
or email: info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk

Writing is good for you!Writing for Wellbeing uses guided writing activities as a gentle approach to personal growth. A developing body of research shows that expressive writing helps calm the mind and emotions, and increases feelings of happiness and wellbeing. People who have done Writing for Wellbeing say it sparks their imagination and helps them release both personal and creative limitations. As well, they find it focusing and meditative, and say it helps them be kinder to themselves.

In this workshop, Laura Napran will guide you through specific activities designed to help release the words within you in a positive and creative way. Our focus will be on change and growth. These enjoyable activities will help you find clarity in approaching fresh challenges and ideas for new paths to growth. Writing for Wellbeing increases self-awareness, fosters clarity and insight, and lifts your mood.All writing levels welcome, and no previous writing experience is needed. Anyone can do it. You never have to read aloud anything you have written. Whatever you write is the right thing for you.We all have a wellspring of creativity in us, and sometimes all we need is a little guidance to help us use that creativity to open up our potential.

Laura Napran, PhD, is an experienced teacher, writer, and storyteller, and a member of Lapidus (Literary Arts for Personal Development) and NAWE (National Association of Writers in Education).
www.writingforwellbeing.co.uk

Yoga Weekend in Glastonbury 21st - 23rd Oct 2016 (FULLY BOOKED)
2016-10-21 15:21 | Pisa
Glastonbury, King Arthur’s ancient isle of Avalon, has been a centre of pilgrimage for a wide range of people of different faiths and spirituality since ancient times.
Glastonbury Tor rises dramatically from the mystical landscape of the Somerset levels. Nestled just beneath the Tor, and within easy walking distance from the town, is Shekinashram , the special location for Andrew’s weekend retreat. The retreat offers the perfect opportunity to wind down, relax and practice yoga in a very spiritual surrounding. The Ashram offers Bhakti yoga sessions which are optional, but wonderfully inspiring and very traditional in the Vedic traditions of India. Discover more about Bhakti Yoga as you join the Friday evening chanting and the early morning fire ceremonies.
Price £295 for a twin/double room sharing and includes all meals, all activities and the use of a real sauna.
Bookings are confirmed with a deposit – £100 non refundable. Due to the very limited amount of spaces available, we encourage you to contact us and pay a deposit as soon as possible. Cheques, bank transfer and cash are accepted.
This is a sample for the timetable – please note that times might change slightly:
Friday
3 pm Arrive.
4 pm Wind down Yoga practice – Asana and Pranayama
6.30 pm Light supper
7.30 pm Kirtan at the ashram (optional)
Saturday
6.30 am Meditation and Pranayama
7.30 am Puja Ceremony at the ashram (optional)
8.30 am Breakfast
11.30 -13.00 am Asana
13.30 pm Lunch – main meal of the day
5:00- 6.30 pm Asana and Pranayama
7.00 pm Light supper
Sunday
7.00 am Vedic Fire Ceremony (optional)
OR
7.00 am Silent Walking Meditation to the Tor to watch the Rising of the Sun

8.30 am Breakfast
11:30 -13:00 pm Asana
1.30 pm Lunch
2:30 – 3:30 pm Gentle Asana and Pranayama
Departure.

Singing bowl workshop and Yoga & Sound experience 2017
2016-10-09 19:52 | Pisa
Introduction to singing bowls workshop + Mindful yoga practice and a sound bath experience with Szilvia Bajada-Gardian
*Do you enjoy sound baths and you would like to learn more about how they work?
*Have you always wanted to try playing a singing bowl but never had the chance?
*Do you own a singing bowl and you would like to get ideas on how to use it at home?
*Or are you just looking for a pleasant, interesting and relaxing day with yoga & sound?
This workshop day is ideal for anyone who would like to deepen their experience and knowledge of sound relaxation with singing bowls.
Suitable for all levels, no experience required.
The workshop will consist of 2 sections:
PART 1 – from 2.30 to 4.30 pm: Introduction to Himalayan Singing bowls. £25
Learn about the origin of singing bowls and their therapeutic effect. Play a singing bowl and try different sounding techniques. Deepen your experience with the help of interactive exercises.
• The origin, history and composition of Himalayan singing bowls and how are they made
• Characteristics of singing bowls and mallets
• How do they work? Learn about, and experience, the effect of the singing bowls’ sound
• Learn and practice singing bowl playing techniques
• How to use your singing bowl at home for yourself or for your family
• How to choose, buy and clean your singing bowl.
PART 2 – from 5 to 7.30 pm: A Pampering Yoga & Sound Bath experience £15
Invite your awareness into this session with a short relaxation and a simple breathing exercise. Szilvia will guide you through some gentle yoga poses which will help you open your body and mind. This practice is designed to effortlessly ease you into a state of relaxation so that you can fully absorb the positive effects of the sound bath. Enjoy the relaxing, energising and harmonious vibrations of a gong, traditional Tibetan singing bowls, temple cymbals and chimes.
Special Price: both sessions booked together £ 35
To book your space please contact Pure Yoga directly on info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk and phone 07909144414
About the teacher:
Yoga & Sound founder Szilvia Gardian (www.szilviagardian.com ) is dedicated to share her specialised knowledge and her love for singing bowls during her workshops.
Szilvia has been teaching various forms of movement for over a decade. Soon after graduating as a yoga teacher she found her calling when she got introduced to the art of using singing bowls by her aunt, Szilagyi Zoltanne Balint Gyorgyi, who is the founder of the Sound Therapy Institute Budapest. After her initial singing bowl training Szilvia was eager to explore the possibilities of combining sound work and yoga.
Under the professional guidance of her aunt and mentor, Szilvia spent 2 years developing Yoga & Sound, her interpretation of how a mindful yoga practice and the use of Himalayan singing bowls can best support the process of uniting mind and body in a relaxing and energising experience. Yoga & Sound has been launched at the Yoga Show Manchester in 2014.
After a popular workshop last spring Szilvia is back at Pure Yoga this autumn to BATHE us IN HARMONY during her “Introduction to singing bowls workshop” and “Yoga & Sound Masterclass”.

Mythical Yoga Flow with Jill Amison - "Lakshmi Love"
2016-09-24 14:31 | Pisa
‘Lakshmi Love’
Saturday 24th of September 2016 from 2 to 5 pm £25
In this workshop we will hear some of the mythical stories of Lakshmi that give us insight and understanding of our own experience in our bodies, hearts and souls. Through these stories we’ll practice with creative alignment based vinyasa and incorporate yogic philosophy that will teach us how to integrate our yoga and these myths into everyday living.
Lakshmi is for Love, Beauty and Harmony.
In this practice we will churn the ocean of the heart with great compassion, helping to heal, open the door to the heart, remember our natural soul beauty and connect to our inner radiance. We will move through a progressive vinyasa sequence that will connect us to the flow of our hearts so that we begin to know ourselves more fully, so becoming more sensitive to our own flow and the flow around us.
Expect chanting, flow, mudra, mantra, meditation and relaxation together with stories, laughter and heaps of fun!
This workshop is open to all levels of practitioner & can be counted as CPD points.
To book your space please contact Pure Yoga directly on info@pureyogacheshire.co.uk and phone 07909144414

About Jill Amison:
Jill Amison is a Senior Yoga Teacher & Yoga Therapist based in Staffordshire, UK.
Since becoming certified as a yoga teacher at The Expanding Light Center in 2002, Jill has been encouraging others to realize their full potential through yoga.
Teaching alignment based creative vinyasa flow Jill uses small steps to work towards a peak pose, choosing a path that suits the needs & the abilities of the students she’s working with.
Her teaching style emphasizes energetic & postural alignment, yogic philosophy & inspiring confidence to listen, respond & move from one’s own centre of truth.
Jill also holds a BWY Diploma after completing 500hr teacher training with Yoga Campus & is registered as a Senior Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance.
She also qualified as a yoga therapist, with the Yoga Biomedical Trust & The Life Center, Jill has witnessed the healing benefits of yoga. Jill has gained experience in using traditional yoga practices to assist in the healing process & pain management of a large variety of ailments & conditions and specializes in Yoga for those Living with Cancer. She is a registered Yoga Therapist with the CNHC – the Complimentary & Natural Health Care Council.
Jill is privileged to study with many inspirational teachers including Sianna Sherman, Tias Little, Christina Sell &
Shiva Rea.
She is a Contact Teacher and Mentor for the Yoga Teacher Training Program and the Yoga Therapy Diploma run by Yoga Campus in London. Jill is also now teaching on both of those training programs too.
Jill is passionate about promoting healing, vitality & wellbeing through yoga. www.bluelotusyoga.co.uk
