New course starts November 14th, Wednesdays 8-9.15pm

Introducing and deepening breathing techniques of Pranayama.

Each class will include preparatory techniques in supine position as well as seated Pranayama.

Over the course of six weeks main focus will be on Ujjayi Pranayama I – X and Viloma Pranayama I – VI as appears in Light on Pranayama, although other techniques will also be introduced.

Each class will start with Sanskrit Mantra Chanting led by Chaitanya Ray.

This course is suitable for newcomers to pranayama, or those with some experience who would like to learn more.

6-week course taught by Andrea.

Cost: £51

Download booking form here

NB 6 enrolled students required to run the course.

What is Pranayama?

B.K.S. Iyengar says, “Pranayama is a conscious prolongation of inhalation, retention and exhalation.”
Prana is often describes as the energy of the universe. This energy is the creator, sustainer, and destroyer, and because it permeates everything in the universe it is considered the breath of life. In a pranayama class you learn to access prana, and increase its flow in the body, through various breathing practices.

Pranayama practices manipulate the breath in various ways: extending or shortening the lengths of inhalation and exhalation, suspending the breath, or breathing in other crafted ways. The effects of these practices on the body and mind can be profound, shifting the mood and energy in the body noticeably.