So many of us are dealing with stressful situation at home or work that it’s good to use ‘power postures’ to help us step from worriers into warriors. These dynamic triangle postures can be performed individually or combined into a flowing sequence. Physically they build strength and stamina, whilst emotionally they give an increased sense of vigour, courage and resilience.
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 moreLooking Back. Looking Forward.
Towards the end of December each year, I enjoy reflecting on the past 12 months. Looking back on all the wonderful and often unexpected adventures that I’ve enjoyed. Thinking about the challenges that I’ve faced. Feeling grateful that I’m still here, older and hopefully a little wiser.
Read moreHow to make resolutions that work
Getting in shape, finding a new job, sorting out your life: for millions of us the start of a new year is a time to make resolutions for the year ahead. Unfortunately, more than half of us reach the end of the year without achieving our goals. So, here’s how you can increase your chances of staying committed and really breathing life into your intentions.
Read moreA Guide to Developing a Home Yoga Practice
My students often tell me that whilst they would like to practice yoga outside of our lessons, they find it hard to start and harder to stay committed. In this article, I’m going to look at the benefits, challenges and solutions to starting your home yoga practice. We’ll be exploring: What is a daily yoga practice? Why do we need one? Why do we sometimes find it so hard to keep it up? How do we encourage ourselves to improve our practice?
Read moreThe Miraculous Story behind the World Peace Flame
Earlier this week I was delighted to be interviewed by the wonderful Dr Patricia Crane, author and acclaimed teacher and trainer of teachers. I delighted to be able to share the miraculous story behind the birth of this shining beacon for peace.
Read moreDru Yoga for All Seasons - the power of letting go
As the summer comes to and end and the nights start drawing in, your weekly Dru Yoga classes return for the Autumn. This autumn’s Dru Yoga classes are characterised by movements which help to release and resolve the past, letting go of that which is no longer helpful or required. Giving you the space to reflect on what has been worthwhile and meaningful, leading to greater clarity and focus.
Read moreWhat's in a name?
People regularly ask me where the name Dru Yoga comes from, so I thought I write a short blog to tell you. Read on to find out for yourself…
Read moreClasses Closing for the Summer
It's time for a Summer holiday... Classes will continue during July - your final sessions will be on Monday 22 July and Wednesday 24 July. There will be no classes during August because I'll be working away and taking a holiday. Classes will re-start in September - on Monday 2nd and Wednesday 4th.
Read moreDru Summer Youth Retreat
In a few weeks’ time I will be heading off to North Wales to teach on the Dru Yoga Summer Youth Retreat. It’s one of the highlights of my year because I not only get to share Dru Yoga and meditation with 12 amazing young people, aged 14-21, but I get to spend four fantastic days exploring the stunning Snowdonia National Park.
Read moreBeautiful Bergen
I had a wonderful week teaching Dru Yoga in Bergen, Norway at the start of July. Great to share in a series of workshops designed to help participants achieve their goals and gain mastery of their lives. And even better to be able to visit and explore a new city and a new country at the same time.
Read moreNew Day, New Breakfast!
How Dru Yoga’s unique Energy Block Release sequences - EBR3 – help me learn a very valuable lesson, best summed up by something my husband said to me one morning, “You don’t have to have the same thing for breakfast every day.” Find out why…
Read moreYoga on the Radio
It’s been a busy week of radio interviews with two appearances on BBC Radio Sheffield talking about the benefits of yoga in general and Dru Yoga in particular. Why not have a listen?
Read moreYoga on Prescription
I’m marking International Day of Yoga, on Friday 21 June, by spearheading an initiative to see yoga offered on prescription as part of the NHS social prescribing initiative. The campaign will see me join yoga teachers across the UK offering free yoga classes at GP surgeries, hospitals and community centres in South Yorkshire and across the UK.
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 moreTreat Yourself to One-to-One Dru Yoga
Do you want to take your Dru Yoga practice deeper? Would you like the chance to discover a home Dru Yoga practice that’s right for you? Why not treat yourself to a bespoke yoga class? Now that my home studio is finished I’m pleased to offer one-to-one targeted Dru Yoga consultations.
Read moreThe Magic of Mudra
A mudra is a symbolic gesture or posture. Traditional yoga philosophy teaches that every part of the hand represents an associated part of the body and brain. Mudras are used to effect change physically, mentally and emotionally. Find out more…
Read moreFloating Down to Earth
When times are fraught and emotions are running high, we can find our emotions like dark clouds racing across a stormy sky. This is when Privthvi Namsaskara (the salutation to the earth) comes into its own. This unique Dru Yoga sequence is the perfect way bring yourself gently back down to earth.
Read moreOne snake you don't need to be afraid of!
We’ve been working with the special Dru Yoga version of Bhujangasana, the Four Stage Cobra. This a stretching and strengthening pose for the back. Done in four stage, it allows you to warm up gracefully into the full lift or to stop at the level that feels right for your back. This is one snake, that you don’t need to be afraid of.
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