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Yorkshire Yoga
& Therapy Centre


9-10 Halfpenny Close
Knaresborough,
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG5 0TG

Tel:    01423 864343
Mob:  07765 242385

info@yorkshireyoga.co.uk




Classes
The aim at Yorkshire Yoga is to provide yoga classes not only for all ages -- from antenatal to the aged, but also for all abilities -- from the most able to those dis-abled by chronic disease. To find out more information about group classes, please click on 'type' of yoga below!

Core Yoga (weight loss pilot) Ashtanga Vinyasa
General Hatha Yoga Pregnancy Yoga
Therapeutic Core Yoga Pilates
Baby Yoga Teen Yoga
Kids Yoga "Able & Enabled" Yoga


Core Yoga (weight loss pilot)
Put an end to Yo-Yo-Dieting! A part of our pilot holistic weight loss programme, following on from the pilot research study conducted by Leeds Univeristy. Both a yoga group and a control group (who did not receive the special yoga class) were on the same diet and weekly weight monitoring. At the end of the study the control group had lost 57 pounds compared to the Yoga Group which had lost 210 lbs. The focus is on healthy eating, gentle yoga and core stability exercise, relaxation and mental affirmation. Read the Yorkshire Post article on our Latest News page.
To see Pilot Research Report:
Ashtanga Yoga
Modifications will be offered to ensure the proper alignment and safety of a posture. Our teacher is an insured British Wheel of Yoga teacher. This practice is for those seeking a dynamic physical practice. It is sometimes known as 'power yoga' and it's popular with celebrities, i.e. Madonna and Sting.
General Hatha
Hatha Yoga is the best known and most widely practised yoga in the West. It is for all ages and all abilities. This is the course to choose if you are looking for balance and harmony in your life -- asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing) and pratyahara (withdrawal from the senses through relaxation) nurture body, mind and spirit. Our Hatha Yoga teachers are fully qualified with the British Wheel of Yoga, the governing body for yoga.
Therapeutic Core Yoga and Pilates
The fusion of Yoga and Pilates blends the best of both disciplines into a cohesive practice. This is gentle yoga practice with emphasis on postural alignment and core stability, particularly beneficial for those suffering from back or neck problems. It is also highly recommended for the 'gentle years' or for those who are in recovery after surgery or childbirth. The teacher is qualified as a yoga teacher with the British Wheel of Yoga and is also a Modern Pilates instructor. Pilates is on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30-10:30 and Core Yoga Therapy is on Wednesdays 18:00-19:00.
Pregnancy
Yoga for Pregnancy are sessions specifically addressing mums-to-be. Stretching whilst strengthening helps to release the pelvic opening in preparation for childbirth. Toning the pelvic floor allows for a more controlled birthing, lessens complications and enhances postnatal recovery. Breath work and relaxation techniques are practised in preparation for labour. Flexibility and calm ease the birthing process, thus reducing pain and increasing the joy of giving birth. Our British Wheel of Yoga teacher has also completed advanced training with the Wheel's Yoga for Pregnancy course. This class is usually packed to maximum with people who have booked up to their due date. There is a waiting list for the next available place(s) which should come up within a month or so of your pre-registration. Contact us for a separate Yoga for Pregnancy registration form.
Infant Massage

For babies (to 4 months) and parents -- upstairs in the meeting room. This course is for you and your baby, enhancing the loving communication between you. Other benefits include: calming of you and baby, relief from colic/wind, development of coordination and suppleness, regulation of breathing and relief from congestion. Jill's 5-week course commences again in January and will meet on Mondays and/or Wednesdays – 10.45am-11.45am – cost £45.00. Please book with the IAIM teacher Jill Lewis on tel: 01937 844915 see www.bostonspababymassage.co.uk. There is a Bring & Share lunch afterwards with the Baby Yoga class which is downstairs in the Studio.

Baby yoga
Baby Yoga (3-9 mos) is designed for babies and parents to do in partnership with each other. It encourages pre-verbal communication and enhances baby's physical confidence. Yoga exercises are intertwined with songs and fun activities. New mums will be able to work on postnatal exercises and if baby's partner is a dad or grandparent, he/she will also benefit from the gentle yoga practice. It teaches carer and baby how to relax together! Stay for the Bring & Share lunch afterwards so that we have a chance to chat! The teacher holds diplomas from the British Wheel of Yoga and Birthlight.
Older Babies/Tots
For babies who have started crawling and toddling. It is designed to stimulate the mental, physical and emotional faculties of your child with the added benefit of enriching the parent and child relationship. It is ‘partner yoga’ with fun activities and songs to aid in the development of concentration skills. Sessions encourage pre-verbal communication and enhance physical confidence. Please bring a packed lunch and 'cuddly' toy for the Teddy Bear Picnic at the end! British Wheel of Yoga teacher with specialist training for children.
Kids Yoga
Yoga for Children classes are after school on Mondays at 5pm, taught by our specialist teacher from the British Wheel of Yoga. The children have lots of fun making animal shapes, engaging their imaginations as well as their concentration skills. Relaxation is an important aspect of the course as children learn techniques to relieve stress from pressures at school, i.e. exams, peer group problems.
Teen Yoga
Teen Yoga is for 13+ years and meets at 4:45 pm on Tuesdays. The teens explore traditional hatha yoga postures, breathing techniques and relaxation, all of which aid in relieving stress from academic pressures. The peacefulness acquired from yoga practice helps manage emotional swings and self-image problems.
Yoga for the Special Child
Free Group Sessions for special needs children and a parent/carer run during school holidays, plus free one-to-one sessions via waiting list for a place. Our British Wheel of Yoga teacher has also done further teacher training with Sonia Sumar, author of "Yoga for the Special Child". See www.specialyoga.com for details of how the programme will be beneficial for your child's individual needs.
"Able and Enabled" Yoga
Sessions are free to wheelchair-users and their carers. Wheelchair users will be gently lifted from their chairs with our new mobile hoist so that they can perform modified versions of yoga postures on yoga mats. “The hoist is a wonderful piece of equipment, and now I'm not dubious of it any more! To be able to get on the floor and stretch, with help, was a great sensation. The building is fully accessible, and has a disabled toilet. Laura and Sheena were very helpful, positive and full of encouragement.” -- Julia Ellison