General Hatha Yoga Classes
Hatha Yoga is defined as the science of self knowledge. My approach to teaching conveys the way I have been learning Hatha Yoga for over 25 years. It is a systematic method which includes pranayama (breathing practices), asanas (postures), mantra (sound practices) and guided relaxation and gradually builds upon what you have learned the previous week. I find that in our modern busy lives we all benefit from something which revives body and mind and helps to relieve stress. Regular practice gives you a sense of ease in your own body but also calms and quiets the mind.
To make the classes more interesting I often include information about a yoga related topic. This is totally optional, just for those who want to delve deeper into the history and philosophy of Hatha Yoga. Recent subjects taught include: the Yamas & Niyamas (first 2 steps on this 8 step path), Introduction to Ayurveda (the science of self healing), The Yoga Sutras, the Chakras (energy vortexes) and the 5 Vayus (pranic currents).
Monday morning class
Overslade Community Centre,
68 Buchanan Road, Rugby CV22 6AY
Mixed Level Hatha Yoga, Doors open 9.15am, 9.30-11.00am - term time only
I currently teach a mixed level adult Hatha Yoga class on Mondays from 9.30-11.00am. Classes do start promptly; please be on time! Entry to the venue 15 minutes prior to class start time. Overslade Community Centre is located near the top of the hill on Buchanan Road, off Bilton Road in Rugby. Classes cost £11 to drop in (space permitting) or you can block book which works out at £8 per 90 minute class. Classes are organised in 'blocks' of usually 5-8 weeks, in term time only. Please contact me for a current list of class dates. Please bring a sticky mat, blanket and any other props you usually use with you. No class on bank holidays. This class is suitable for either beginners or improvers but with a note of caution that absolute beginners may likely need to adapt or omit certain postures.
Please contact me for further details and to check availability of a place prior to your first class.
*NEW: TUESDAY EVENING CLASS*
STARTS: 1st December 2015,
3 dates this side of Christmas: 1st, 8th & 15th December
class resumes 19th January 2016 and continues weekly
Mixed Level Hatha Yoga, Doors open 7.15pm, 7.30-9.00pm - term time only
Classes cost £11 to drop in (space permitting) or you can block book which works out at £8 per 90 minute class. Classes are organised in 'blocks' of usually 5-8 weeks, in term time only. Please contact me for a current list of class dates. Please contact me for an enrolment form and further details.
Please contact me for further details or an enrolment form prior to your first class.
Thursday evening class
St. George's Church Hall, St. John's Avenue,
Hillmorton, Rugby CV22 5HR
Mixed Level Hatha Yoga 7.30-9.00pm - term time only
Mixed level Hatha Yoga class. Please note this class is currently full and has been oversubscribed since January 2011. Please contact me if you wish to be on the waiting list for when a place becomes available.
UPDATE: A few students will be moving from St. George's to Cawston which means I'll have a few spaces available on this long oversubscribed class. Please get in touch if intersted!
Apologies no casual drop-ins. If you are available on short notice I am frequently able to offer a place to people on my 'standby drop-in' list for this class. This occurs if a regular member of class is going on a planned holiday, working late etc. I can then offer the place to someone wanting to come try this class and see if my style of teaching suits them.
One-off Yoga Workshops
I also teach yoga workshops. If you would like to be informed of these, please pass me your details for my contact list. I will not share your personal details with anyone else.
I was pleased with our efforts of raising just over £400 in just two 3 hour fundraising classes for St. George's Church Hall. Well done to all those who came out to support this community yoga.
Photos
(these photos were taken on Lower Largo and Elie beaches in Fife, Easter 2010)
  
 
    
       
        
                           
 
Testimonials:
"I've become less stressed out and slightly more flexible. This course is great for anyone curious about yoga. I love yoga! It makes me feel healthy." - Lauren Becki-Rowlands
"Would jump at the chance of being on your standby waiting list for Thursday evening class. I really did enjoy your summer classes. You are an excellent teacher." - Darryl Gane
"Good stretching. I would recommend this class to a friend. It's nice and relaxed. More poses like Warrior 1 twists and cat twists please as they really help improve my golf." - Rich Hogg
"Thank you for the wonderful yoga classes Leigh. They make me feel so young." - Linda Colclasure
"My chiropractor notices I need fewer adjustments when my yoga practice is regular." - Paul Cook
"My body feels much more flexible, but interestingly it's my mind that feels flexible too - I am much calmer, empowered. I would recommend this course to a friend: It is essential in this stressful world to realise we have to stop (mind and body) and stop rushing all the time. This course made me feel both empowered and in control of my feelings." - Erica Brain
"These classes are the business! Imaginative, wide ranging and inspiring. They really encourage one to bring order and relaxation to a hectic modern life. Thank you Leigh." - Linda Mills
"Your classes are amazing! I'm gutted work have just moved me too far away. If I can I'll definitely return. Loved the social aspect of the class as well." - Craig Hill
"I like Leigh's open approach. Love the music in relaxation. Leigh is a good role model - essential for myself when I take part in any classes (Luke 4 V.23) Leigh is a very calming person - yet very grounded and realistic. I like her sense of fun with yoga, combining the more altruistic aspects. Very interesting classes. I need to attend classes as I am very bad at motivation at home!" - Joanne Lewis
"I always look forward to beginning the week with an hour and half of yoga. It helps to focus the mind. Leigh explains everything well and is very professional. Also, the approach is more creative than others; each class is different." - Ruth Woolf
"Let me take this opportunity to thank you for your teaching - it's always been enjoyable and beneficial." - Bill Stubbins
"I did Leigh's 3 hour fundraising class - the movements totally alleviated the low back pain I'd had all that week and by the time we got to the yoga nidra (deep systematic relaxation) at the end - it was the closest I've come to an out of body experience." Mary Price
"During a really stressful time, these classes supported me physically and emotionally and generally held me together. I feel I've breathed more fully than in the past two years." - Lucy Aldis
"I was glad to get back to my practice thanks to these classes. Anyone can benefit from yoga." - Rabinder Rait
"Well paced, gentle and beneficial. I felt more relaxed and agile after practising yoga. Ideal venue." - Hans Strevers
"Very enjoyable, soothing and interesting. The combination of all the elements of yoga would be beneficial on so many levels, for everyone." - Jennie Fifield
"I enjoy the guided relaxation most of all. The yoga really helps me with flexibility and relaxation." - Michaela Forder
"I've gained a better understanding of my mind and body and an ability to try and be a calmer person. I would recommend these classes to a friend because yoga can help with numerous issues going on in life, whatever they may be. My practice helps me feel more in control and I'm sure this will continue to increase." - Louise Goodbody
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