Yoga and Pilates Classes - Shepherds Bush W12

Over 30 weekly yoga and pilates classes
for you to join using your Class Card.

Practising Yoga and Pilates regularly stimulates:

• increased self-awareness
• more positive outlook
• enhanced energy levels
• improved physical fitness, strengthening and conditioning the body
• reduced stress
• more efficient bodily functions
• and of course stimulates mood-enhancing endorphins!

Class sizes are 6 to 9 participants, ensuring personal attention.

Each class fills quickly, so book in advance. There may be space on a class - email Reception now or call 020 8749 3792 to ask!


Call 020 8749 3792

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as at May 2010

Keep an eye out for NEW classes announced by email ... including Sunday classes, Meditation, Yoga Workshops and Retreats.....

CLASS CARDS

Purchase a popular Class Card for use on all above classes. Class Cards are arranged on the spot at Reception or by calling Reception in advance for late evening classes 020 8749 3792. Debit/Credit Cards accepted including Amex over telephone or in person at Reception.

£14 per Drop-In class or buy a
5 Class Card £70
10 Class Card £140 plus 1 bonus class!
20 Class Card £260 plus 2 bonus classes!

Client Experience: "I’ve had ongoing back problems and doing Pilates at The Happiness Centre has made a huge difference. Maria Hipler (Saturday Pilates) gives everyone personal attention and looks after each person in the class. Going to her classes has made my body feel completely different in only 2 weeks … fantastic … please book me for next Saturday!" Farzana Tejani, TV Producer

Class sizes are 6 to 9 participants, ensuring personal attention.

Each class fills quickly, so book in advance. There may be space on a class - email Reception now or call 020 8749 3792

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All Instructors are fully-qualified and are passionately committed to the practice of yoga or pilates. Many have travelled the world, deepening their experience. We welcome everyone from beginners to advanced. If you are needing help to choose the right class for you, simply call Reception on 020 8749 3792.

Ask about speciality yoga: Kids, Parent and Child, Pregnancy, One-to-One, Yoga at Work and Desk Stretch sessions.

Classes are held at

• The Happiness Centre studio
  (small, friendly classes of up to 8 people for developing individual skill and practice)
• Chi-Gong held in our larger studio space across the road 2 mins walk
• Onsite at workplaces all around London - ask us how we can easily bring yoga and pilates to your workplace
• Kids Yoga onsite at schools

For more information and to book call 020 8749 3792

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YOGA & PILATES CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Yoga and Pilates classes held in W12 Shepherds Bush:

Those who practice Yoga and Pilates regularly are less anxious and more resistant to stress. Tone the whole body, build strength and stamina, improve flexibility and suppleness, increase energy levels, improve breathing, concentration and bring clarity and stability to your mind and strengthen the immune system. Complete forms of exercise that connect the body to the mind and self, achieving balanced development and harmony.

Pilates is a body conditioning and control method targeting core postural muscles, to build strength from the inside out. Pilates is designed to rebalance the body, bringing it into correct alignment, improving posture and body function. A great way to relieve unwanted stress and tension with its slow, controlled approach creating sustained long term results. It is especially recommended by medical specialists for back problems and for office workers who spend extended periods seated, using a computer and phone. “In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference, in twenty you’ll see the difference and in thirty you’ll have a new body” Joseph Pilates. Our teachers are usually either Body Control Pilates or Pilates Institute trained.

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Dynamic Hatha Yoga - Hatha is the generic term for all yoga. It translates as Sun-Moon, representing the male/female energy of the body. Dynamic Hatha Yoga is a more energetic form focusing on building strength, flexibility and alignment, balancing the two energies in the body. A fantastic was to start any day. Suitable for all levels of ability.

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Dynamic Yoga (vinyasa flow) incorporates the precision of Iyengar with the energy of Ashtanga, synchronising breath and movement in a seamless flow. Each posture is linked in a fluid manner with poses modified to suit the needs of the individual. This is a higher energy yoga to improve muscle tone and definition, alleviate stress and tension or increases core strength and fitness / stamina for specific sports. Those participants prefering an incorporated Ashtanga style are recommended to join this category of class. We do not currently hold any pure Ashtanga classes as the Vinyasa flow style is increasingly popular.

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Iyengar Yoga is a systematic, safe and accessible approach that emphasizes correct alignment while developing strength, stamina, flexibility and balance. This course covers the twelve classic Asanas (postures), yoga breathing techniques (pranayama), relaxation and other basic postures. The course is suitable for complete beginners, or for those who have done some yoga and are out of practice, or an excellent ‘back to basics’ for the more advanced.

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Lunchtime Iyengar Yoga has been specifically designed to give you the most benefit in the least time. Stretch out the daily desk pains, improve posture, concentration, productivity and take your mind away from work stressors for a while. We make sure you can go back to work comfortably, without worrying about ‘gym odours’, and feeling like you’ve had a whole day away – all in 60mins

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Pregnancy Yoga will help you to connect and flow with the natural rhythm and workings of your body therefore aiding the adjustment to the changes you will experience during the course of pregnancy. During pregnancy, yoga is used to strengthen, tone and relaxing your body creating more space for your baby to develop easily. Through breath work you will prepare your muscles for the birthing process. The class can accommodate all levels of pregnancy as the group is small. Available to those 12 weeks or more and up to 40 weeks.

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Chi Gong / Qi Gong teaches you how to better manage your 'energy' Similarly to electricity - we know electricity is 'real' because when we turn on a switch the light or power goes ON. However scientists don't yet fully understand exactly how electricity really DOES work - but we all know it DOES! This is the same for our own personal 'energy' management. Chi Gong reveals how to notice, feel, move and manage your energy within and outside of your 'self'. This awareness enables you to be more pro-active with releasing unproductive / stale energy, building up your own inner energy and attracting more of it. This awareness makes a NOTICEABLE difference to your daily 'quality of life', active energy levels, vitality and promotes increased endorphins - the 'feel good' chemicals that create feelings of happiness. CLICK HERE to read more details

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Meditative Yoga [Low physical activity class] “Asana” means sitting posture. This class will bring you back to the original intention of yoga – mainly an inward focus, breathing, asana, gentle movements to connect to the body and quite the mind. “In the attitude of silence, the soul finds the path in a clearer light, and what is elusive and deceptive resolves itself into crystal clearness.” Mahatma Gandhi. This Yogic Meditation is an inward journey in ‘stilling’ the wandering mind, thus allowing the muscle tissue to expand the consciousness. It is a way of entering the body’s internal conversation, consciously intervening in its biochemical interaction. Through pranayamic “breathing” we teach the mind to reconnect with the body and to systematically dismantle the egotism which distorts our view of the world, letting go of self-manufactured obsessions that impede our spiritual evolution. Excellent for letting go of work-related stress.

NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE OF YOGA IS REQUIRED. SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES 16 - 70. Wear loose, comfortable clothing as many of the gentle movements are seated.

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Introduction to Meditation (Level 1) In this introductory course, you will learn about the history, foundations and science of meditiation. Throughout the programme, we share Meditation Worksheets to support your learning. The majority of each session is experiential: learning meditation by doing. We practise a range of techniques, so you can find what meditation practices best suit you. There is time during each session to share your insights, experiences and have your questions about Mediation answered. By the end of this course, participants have a sound grounding in meditation techniques, along with the confidence and discipline to practise as regularly as they desire. Most participants achieve their intentions of daily self-practice for relaxing, developing insight and enhancing daily feelings of emotional and mental wellbeing.

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Meditation - Open (Level 2) This course evolves your understanding of meditation and self-awareness to a new level. Building on the experiences of Level 1, you now explore deepening, expansive meditations to assist in greater healing, insight, problem-solving and growth. You will more easily appreciate the duality of happiness and encourage your natural emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Prepare to welcome noticeable transformations in your ability to see life more clearly, your willingness to let some things go, and make more conscious choices aligned with your values, beliefs and personal truth. This is a spiritual, non-religious approach to meditation and encourages you to reveal your way (not THE WAY) and your truth (not THE TRUTH). Creative meditation opens the heart and the mind to your own divine self. Open to all - completion of Introduction to Meditation (Level 1) is preferred but not essential.

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