The change of seasons from the high energy of Summer to Autumn reminds us to slow down, to take time to rest and replenish our energy levels. I am offering in term 2 my Unwind and Restore Yoga for Women on Tuesday evenings for you to experience the gentleness and quietness of an evening practice starting from 16 May to 20 June.
You will experience the benefits of this more feminine style of practice through:

• gentle warming and stretching movements, as well as strengthening and supportive poses beneficial to the feminine body, cycles and life transitions;
• movements interweaved with gentle pranayama (breathing) exercises, such as practices to calm  the nervous system and assist in self-regulation;
• to unwind the body with a joint mobilisation practice known as Pawanmuktasana (especially beneficial for women experiencing symptoms of peri-menopause, menopause and post menopause); which assists in releasing muscle tension, tightness or fatigue and focuses on joint care; 
• longer and restful Restorative Yoga poses with the use of some Yoga props which aim to bring balance and calmness to your hormonal and nervous systems (focus on rest & digest);
• replenishing your energy levels, while also encouraging a restful and deeper night’s sleep; 
• to focus on your self-care and nourishment;
• gather with other women to build connection and community; and
•  invite moments of deep rest with guided meditations. 

With Kindness
Barbara Fitzpatrick-Haddy