Yoga in Farnham

There are many interpretations of the meaning of yoga. The root word yuj means to yoke or unite, and my interpretation of this is the present moment, we connect: with our body and breath, with our environement, with community. For me, yoga has been a process of learning to be at home in my body.

My teaching spans over 20 years and is influenced by several frameworks of yoga, namely Jivamukti Yoga, a vinyasa-based (flow style) of which I hold an Advanced Certification, and Iyengar yoga. I have studied Sanskrit and Yoga Philosophy extensively, and Rolfing® and Rolf Movement® have played an important role in how I understand and language anatomy and our special relationship with gravity.

Today, I am particularly interested in movement practices as a lens to positive aging, functional health (how we function and relate to our bodies day-to-day), and awareness to our changing relationship with gravity. I teach classes with chairs, belts, a rope wall, bolsters, blankets, yoga blocks, and even swimming noodles! The point is, there are plenty of props to support the body and encourage playfulness while moving with the breath. 

On a personal note, my personal experience of illness and recovery has brought direct insight and unique translation of yoga as a therapeutic tool.

I support, encourage and empower practitioners in what I call 'stretch' moments --moments when we feel safe enough to emerge in a place slightly outside of the ordinary-- and to never assume there is only one approach to anything in life.