Class Descriptions
At Meridian Yoga, Glasgow, we have a variety of classes on offer, whether you’re looking for something soothing and relaxing or flowing and dynamic. We have a team of highly skilled and welcoming teachers, who are able to adapt the class to meet the needs of all who participate. You don’t have to be flexible to start a class and we will meet you wherever you’re at. Our over arching aim is for you to leave feeling rejuvenated and connected in body, mind body and spirit.
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Vinyasa Yoga Glasgow
In this class, breath is used to thread a sequence of postures in a way that continuously flows, deliberately and intentionally.
Classes are intelligently sequenced, & can be adapted to how you’re feeling on the day. They are suitable for newer and experienced practitioners.
We don’t place a great deal of attention on alignment, because each body is unique and individual.
We move through each session intuitively , paying attention to sensations that arise.
A focus is placed on how the asanas (postures) and breath feel in specific areas of our bodies. It is intended that the movements help increase mindfulness and concentration, as well as bringing heat to the body and gently strengthening it.
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Beginners Yoga Glasgow
Please note that this runs as a course on a 5 weekly rotational basis. It’s suitable for anyone completely new to yoga and anyone who has had a long break from practicing. A common misconception is that you need to be flexible to start yoga. I’ll meet you wherever you’re at. My beginners yoga classes in Glasgow are offered from a welcoming venue, the Wellbeing Hub.
You will learn simple breathing techniques, to calm the nervous system. A focus is also placed on the connection between breath and simple movement and postural awareness.
This is also an opportunity for you to get familiar with foundational yoga postures and ask questions. The intent of this class is to help you build confidence, feel calmer and gain understanding of yoga basics. Each class ends with a relaxation or guided meditation. I hope to see you on the mat soon
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Yin Yoga Glasgow
Yin yoga is a soft, restful and yielding practice that helps reduce feelings of stress and soothe our nervous system. Postures are done on the floor using various props, aimed to release tension and apply a healthy stress to connective tissue, ligaments and fascia, in areas such as the shoulders, hips, pelvis, inner thighs, lower spine. Postures are held for 3-9 minutes. This practice boosts circulation and enhances mobility in ligaments and joints.
In this mindful practice, we bring awareness to sensations in the target areas of the body. Duration of time is important as we work with the breath and gravity to let go and release the body.
During the darker part of the year, we practise in candlelight, to create a cozy and ambient atmosphere.
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Mat Pilates Glasgow
Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on balance, posture, flexibility and strength. It’s suitable for people of all ages and fitness. This form of exercise was developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, mostly as a method of recovery for injured dancers. It focuses on toning muscles, increasing flexibility and building core strength. Many people think of their abdomen as the core, but, it also includes the sides, mid to low back, glutes and hips. Our mat based pilates classes are designed to increase awareness of mind, body and breath.
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Yin and Yoga Nidra Glasgow
The words yin and yoga come from daoist tradition. The 3,000 year old term yin and it’s partner yang are still being used today, offering us ways to explore change and live a balanced life. This is the perfect partner to our more yang style classes, Vinyasa Flow and Pilates. In this class we practice the style of Yin Yoga, where postures are practiced on the floor with a variety of props, to release tension in the body and calm the mind. The practice closes with Yoga Nidra, a style of meditation also known as “Yogic Sleep.” During Yoga Nidra, we navigate between states of wakefulness and sleep, allowing our bodies to find a natural state of balance. The goal is to achieve a profound state of relaxation while remaining aware of our surroundings. Yoga Nidra can reduce stress, improve sleep and cognitive function.