The final series of weekly Dru Yoga and Meditation classes in 2021 begin soon. They offer the perfect way to end your year. Why not give yourself the gift of greater health, harmony and happiness? And enjoy the seasonal stress-busting benefits of Dru Yoga, the illuminating power of candle gazing and the dreamy delights of Yoga Nidra.
Read moreYour NEW Dru Meditation Class
I am excited to announce the launch of a new Dru Meditation Class starting on Saturday 24 April 2021. It will run weekly on Saturdays, live and online via Zoom, from 9-10.30am in fixed terms of mostly six weeks. In these classes you will discover the benefits of Dru Yoga’s uniquely effective approach to meditating that blends together movement, relaxation, concentration and meditation.
Read moreDiscover the Magic of Meditation
Have you always wanted to discover the benefits of meditation? Well, now's your perfect chance. I'm starting a new five week Introduction of the Magic of Meditation course. It starts on Wednesday, 24 February from 10.30-11.30am. And free replays are available for home practice or if you aren't able to join us live. Meditation is an natural technique that can help us to cope better with the stresses and strains of modern life. In this introductory course you will discover the magic of meditation by learning about and trying-out different styles of meditation. It is fun, informative and practical.
Read moreIntroducing Chair Yoga
Enjoy all the benefits of yoga from the comfort of a chair. Chair Yoga is a great way to release tension and improve flexibility whatever your age or stage of life. It’s also great when you have limited space available or reduced opportunity to get up and move around. This 30 minute, introductory class is fun and informal. You simply sit, stretch and strengthen your way to a happier, healthier you.
Read more10 Science-Based Reasons Meditation Makes Such a Difference
Practicing mediation is a wonderfully simple way to improve your quality of life, even if you only have a few minutes to do it each day. There are a growing number of evidence-based research studies into the many benefits of meditating. Here’s my top 10 scientifically proven reasons that meditation can make such a difference to you and your life.
Read moreThe 7 Benefits of Dru Yoga
More and more people around the globe are enjoying the benefits of Dru Yoga. This therapeutic and trauma sensitive style of yoga has been shown to offer a wide variety of benefits for your body, mind and emotions.
As you would expect, Dru Yoga can help reduce physical tension in the body, bring greater flexibility, improve posture, build strength and increase agility. But it can also help to increase positive thinking and give you the tools to transform your life in a way that ripples out to benefit all of those around you.
Read moreWhat’s so funny about Laughter Yoga?
We all know laughter makes us feel good but there is also a growing body of evidence that shows that is also does us good. Laughter Yoga is so called because it combines simple and enjoyable Laughter Exercises with the deep, restorative breathing techniques of yoga. It’s not just great fun, it’s seriously good for you too. Who’s laughing now?
Read moreSeven simple and effective ways to reduce anxiety
As a registered therapist and a teacher of yoga and meditation, I see many people who are affected by stress, anxiety, panic and overwhelm. The good news is that there are things you can do to help. In this blog, you’ll discover seven simple yet effective ways to calm yourself. These are all things that I have used myself and shared with clients. And they all work.
Read moreDru it online with TOBY YOGA
All the benefits of your weekly Dru Yoga class, live from the comfort of your own home. This class is suitable for all ages and abilities, and is the perfect way to relax, relieve tension and reduce stress. Now more than ever we need our yoga practice to help us cope, build resilience and find balance. I want to ensure that everyone is able to take part, regardless of their financial circumstances, which is why I’m running these classes on a ‘Pay What You Can’ basis.
Read moreEnergy Release Block (EBR1)
Develop your home yoga practice by enjoying a free, 10 minute class with one of my lovely Dru teachers, Nanna. In it she expertly takes you through the first of Dru’s signature Energy Block Release (EBR) sequences, EBR1. Not only will this sequence provide a full body warm-up but will also help balance mind and emotions. It’s a lovely way to get energy moving and bring you to a place of deep inner stillness.
Read moreThe marvels of meditation
As a child with ADHD I found it almost impossible to still (let alone be quiet) for more than a few seconds. So, meditation was not something that I felt would be right for me. I couldn’t even understand why anybody would want to do it. I now have a morning meditation practice and recently qualified as a Traditional Yoga Meditation Teacher. Find out why…
Read moreLess Back Pain, More Confidence
I’ve recently qualified to teach the specialist Dru Back Care Programme. The approach of this course is perfectly in-line with current medical opinion and based on extensive research. This proves that yoga - especially gently, flowing therapeutic yoga like Dru - performed with awareness is an ideal treatment.
Read moreYoga for Clarity and Calm Urban Retreat
I’m really excited to be co-teaching this special half-day ‘Yoga for Clarity & Inner Calm’ workshop alongside other amazing Dru Yoga teachers and one of the senior tutors from Dru Midlands. Through the practice of postures, sequences, meditation and mudras you’ll re-discover the ‘still point’ within and gain a clearer perspective on your life.
Read moreTake it Lying Down – the power of Savasana
I know from experience that simply lying in stillness is both profoundly effective and deeply challenging. We’ve all been there. Those times when the relaxation is the high-light of the Yoga class and you don’t want it to end. And those other times, when it feels like interminable torture because you can’t get comfortable or stop your mind from racing.
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