Vinyasa Yoga Teacher London
What is Vinyasa Yoga
Vinyasa is a Sanskrit word that means “to place in a special way” and in yogic terms it refers to the careful coordination of breath, posture and attention. Vinyasa Flow yoga is a series of poses or ‘asana’ that build in such a way to create heat, movement or exploration within the body. Generally, there is no set sequence of postures in a vinyasa flow class; the teacher might create a sequence around a theme that leads to a “peak” posture, or around a philosophical teaching. Vinyasa flow classes are a great access point for everyone as they can easily be adjusted to suit a range of fitness and mobility levels. Great for beginners.
Great for beginners
An extremely adaptable tool, vinyasa is used throughout many styles of yoga such as ashtanga, jivamukti and rocket. Depending on the students, I love to design vinyasa classes that open up peoples bodies, giving them a renewed sense of space and lightness. I like to include postures that gently challenge, uncovering faces of delight and surprise.
Mental wellbeing
Regular vinyasa classes are great for strengthening, lengthening and aligning the body. Fast and dynamic vinyasa classes help develop cardiovascular fitness, stamina and endurance, whereas the slower somatic sequences help to create strength and balance whilst activating the parasympathetic nervous system. My emphasis on embodiment means it’s not solely a physical practice, most classes use meditation and mindfulness techniques to aid concentration and improve general mental wellbeing.
Who I offer to
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Studio
As a qualified Vinyasa and Kundalini yoga teacher I bring a unique blend of knowledge and experience, delivering powerful and uplifting classes that focus on embodiment, breathwork and personal agency. Whether its beginners’ Vinyasa, flow and meditation, or pure Kundalini, I design a range of classes to suit your studio’s needs.
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Corporate
Regular yoga & meditation sessions at work are a key wellness offering, supporting staff happiness, productivity, and retention. Yoga at work has many benefits and can relieve the buildup of physical tension or stress. Sessions offer space away from a busy work schedule, providing people with a sense of calm and clarity. Yoga and/or meditation sessions can be specially designed to meet your available time and specific needs i.e., improve creativity, reduce stress levels, develop greater harmony.
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Private
Private yoga classes are a wonderful way to create time for yourself without leaving home. Whether you’re aiming to improve your physical strength, learn meditation, improve lung capacity, or even recover from a recent illness, private classes can be designed to meet your exact needs. I travel to you and teach in the comfort of your own home, bringing any yoga equipment required. Private classes are for everyone, no yoga experience is required. Small groups are also welcome where space is provided.
“I am a convert to Yoga .Clare is a wonderful teacher, so supportive and encouraging . She allows every member of the class to work to their ability, all the time reminding us that we are all at different levels and so will develop at our own pace .She creates a lovely calm and supportive environment and I feel energised after the class every Sunday .”
— Sinead Spellman