tips for your first visit to ekah
at ekah we know that going to your first yoga class can feel intimidating. that’s why we do all we can to help you feel welcome and have the best possible experience.
arrive 15-20 minutes early to the studio, refrain from eating for a minimum of 3 hrs prior to class
drink plenty of water beforehand and bring plenty of water with you bring a towel large enough to cover our yoga mat
towels are available for hire or purchase we provide mats, blocks, straps, etc
dress appropriately - shorts or leggings with a lightweight top rest as often as you need - it can take time to get used to the heat
showers are available in the changing rooms you will need to complete our registration form on your first visit
remember, like anything new, it can take time to feel comfortable. it won’t take long for you to begin to feel the benefits of your practice and then you’ll never look back.
hot flow
go beyond the fundamentals of hot basics and begin linking breath with movement. this practice is known as ‘vinyasa’. the postures flow seamlessly from one to the next allowing for a moving meditation. deepen your practice and experience even greater benefits with more challenging postures.
hot yoga 90
This 90 minute hot class is the bridge between the hot basics and hot flow classes, mixing a combination of fundamental postures and those more challenging postures linked through vinyasa and breath control. Having time to go deeper into the full practices of yoga, beginning with Pranayama and ending in a full shavasana,
hot basics
if you are new to yoga and looking for a challenging and engaging practice, then this is the class for you, our experienced teachers will guide you through the fundamentals of a basic yoga sequence that is designed to challenge the body, breath and mind. a great introduction to help you acclimatise to the heat.
warm yin
Warm yin is a practice where you will focus on the breath while holding postures for an extended time. This practice will be in the warm studio, the added heat allows the connective tissue and muscles to release without strain or stress even more than they would in the non hot studio, leading to increased flexibility and circulation.
jivamukti
a dynamic flowing vinyasa sequence practised to an inspiring eclectic soundtrack, this class incorporates classical yoga teachings, breath awareness, sanskrit chanting, hands on assists, relaxation and meditation. the class is open to all levels and will benefit both beginner and advanced students alike.
flow restore nidra
we begin our practice with breath awareness inviting the breath to be our guide towards movement and flow to music. we continue our practice with restorative work inviting surrender, healing and rest, holding these grounding postures for longer. we close with a guided meditation in our extended savasana.
joints sequence
This group of asanas is concerned with loosening up the joints of the body. It is excellent for those debilitated by rheumatism, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart problems. It is particularly useful for eliminating energy blockages in the joints of the physical body, and for improving coordination, self-awareness and self-confidence.
vinyasa flow and meditation
This practice incorporates three fundamentals of yoga, Asana (postures), Pranayama (breath work) and Meditation. You’ll flow through an accessible to all dynamic vinyasa sequence linking breath to movement before closing with a meditation, expect a background soundtrack and live instruments (Peruvian flute, handpan)
prana vashya
prana vashya (or “breath control”) is a stimulating dynamic practice that follows a set sequence of postures in a vinyasa style where each movement is linked to breath in a unique way. It is this element of controlling the breath throughout the practice that makes the sequence so challenging and so rewarding.
barre
barre is a unique concept which draws from pilates, ballet and yoga techniques to provide a high intensity yet low impact exercise, this class is designed to strengthen muscles both large and small through a series of exercises which include tiny precise movements with high repetition that make full use of the whole body.
rope work and sound bath
This class involves working with the ropes and wall to gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental yoga postures, with a focus on alignment, both beginners and established yogis will have time to fully understand the individual asanas therefore assisting students wanting to practice or already practicing vinyasa/flow classes. We follow with meditation and a sound bath.
yoga therapy
.An intelligent sequence of postures which is proven to enhance circulation, stabilise the spinal muscles, Improve digestion, enhance the efficiency of the immune system and improve mobility, postures are held for longer under controlled and conscious breathing,
yin/yang
yin/yang is about balance and harmony. by combining yin (passive postures) with yang (active postures) this class creates the perfect balance between intensity and relaxation. the yin postures are seated and held for several minutes while the yang postures are more active and target muscle strength and flexibility.
yin & restore
yin and restore is a meditative practice where you will focus on the breath while holding postures for an extended time. this practice targets connective tissue and muscles by allowing them to gently release without strain or stress, leading to increased flexibility and circulation as well as improved mobility.
vinyasa flow
This class flows through vinyasa which means to link breath with movement. During this practice you will build strength, flexibility and tone through a series of smoothly flowing postures (asanas) which are synchronised to the breath. A moving meditation to challenge your body and relax your mind,
strength & mobility
Mobility is the ability to move freely and easily. This class focuses on increasing strength and overall range of motion (ROM), if you don’t already have the strength this is the class to attend, achieved by targeting areas of weakness and tightness through various progressive low impact bodyweight exercises to build, maintain and improve mobility, strength and increase flexibility while helping to prevent injuries.
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