Though they vary in style, all our classes share a common goal: to teach you the skills to focus the mind, support the body, and connect with the breath. It’s the art and practice of presence, and our job is to lead you there.
If you are brand new to yoga, we’d recommend starting with our beginner’s course, which we offer every three months, a Hot class (dynamic) or Yin (relaxing). Drop us an email for an update on the next beginner’s course.
Vinyasa
This is a dynamic yoga practice. We link breath and movement, flowing between postures, finding the balance of strength and flexibility. We let go of tension as we build stability, openness and grounding. These classes may include pranayama (breathwork), meditation, and/or yogic philosophy. Some Yoga experience is recommended.
The room sits at 28°C, a temperature which supports the body to open.
Hot
Originally designed as a beginner’s sequence, this is a great place to start. The set sequence of long hold postures stays the same each time, allowing the body to adjust and strengthen quite quickly. This class includes pranayama (breathwork).
The room is heated to about 38°C, which supports the body to open, sweat and release toxins.
Yin
Yin is the ultimate balm for our fast-paced world. It also compliments our dynamic styles of yoga, with a focus on relaxation, softening and opening up the body. There are plenty of props to make yourself nice and comfortable, and the practice is like a big hug. Our students walk out the door feeling nourished and calm.
The room is comfortably warm.
Ashtanga
Ashtanga is a dynamic set-sequence system which synchronises the asana (physical postures) and the breath. Ashtanga is a grounding and balancing practice that supports a strong, flexible body and a focused, clear mind.
At Eastwest Ashtanga is taught as a led class for 60, 75 or 90 minutes. If you are new to yoga (or ashtanga) we recommend starting with the 60minute class or another style of yoga. The 75 and 90 minute are not for beginners.
Yin Yang
This practice is the merging of Vinyasa and Yin. It’s both dynamic and restorative, strong and soft - the best of both worlds. We start slow, work up to some more active postures, then soften back down into a relaxing yin sequence to finish off. This class may include pranayama (breathwork) and/or meditation.
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Slow Flow
Slow flow classes are an opportunity to slow down whilst also maintaining the beautiful flow of a Vinyasa class. More time in each posture, and less transitions, whilst focusing on the breath results in a grounding, strengthening and calming practice, suitable for all levels. For those who are new to Yoga this is a great place to start! Room is comfortably warm.
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