Gentle Yoga Course - Short Courses Sydney

Gentle Yoga Course

What you'll learn

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Hatha yoga classes are specifically designed with a holistic approach to exercise and wellbeing. This is an introductory course for people who are recovering from injuries, or for those with older less flexible bodies in need of gentle, safe exercise. The practice will calm an over-active brain with breath, postures and relaxation techniques, with a focus on upper body shoulders, neck and tension relief. 

Classes are based on Hatha Yoga and each week we focus on strengthening body systems. This includes back-care, digestive, metabolism, respiratory and stress management. All classes include yoga breathing with slow movements to connect our body with breath, relaxation and meditation.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this yoga course, you should:

  • Understand the importance of moving within your own individual physical and mental limits.
  • Experience the power of breathing with movement, reducing the possibility of injury.
  • Experience simple breathing methods that have profound effects on settling the nervous system.
  • Gain the skills to practice Yogic breath at home for ongoing stress management.

Course content

What will be covered in this yoga course?

Week 1: Therapeutic yoga introduction & back strength

  • Recognition of our physical limits and injuries.
  • Course will focus on alignment, slow movements with an introduction to yoga breathing.
  • This week we will complete a routine for back strength, which is important to build stability, strength and confidence in our yoga practice.

Week 2: Digestive strength

  • Introduction to diaphragmatic breathing to give focus while practising. Learning about how this breathing will help us avoid injury.
  • This week we will complete a class for digestive strength. Movements to turn-on digestive fire, improve digestion and gently energise the body. Includes breath techniques to improve metabolism and clearance.

Week 3: Blood sugar metabolism

  • Focus on poses to improve blood flow and blood sugar levels. Learn to nurture ourselves and find more joy with our practice.
  • This week our class will focus on improving metabolism, so we can be more energised and gain clearer thinking.

Week 4: Respiratory strength

  • Moving to stronger movements with your breath to clear stale air and re-energise the lungs.
  • This week is designed for Respiratory strength.

We will focus on a range of movements and breathing to improve our lung clearance, giving us a more alert and optimistic perspective on life.

Week 5: Stress & anxiety

  • Learn a breathing technique to address our stress holding patterns. Become aware of these patterns and manage them. Is it the back, shoulders, neck or face?
  • This week focuses on practice for Stress Relief.

Intended audience

Who is this yoga course for?

This course is for people who are recovering from injuries, or for those with older less flexible bodies in need of gentle, safe exercise. It is suitable for older yogis or those resuming yoga after an injury or illness. 

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

Course materials

What to bring to class

  • For hygiene purposes please bring your own yoga mat.
  • Wear comfortable clothing - yoga is practised barefoot, please wear fitted and stretchy pants and a t-shirt (loose clothes can get in the way!)
  • Bottle of drinking water
  • Towel
  • A small blanket for relaxation
  • Please note that yoga is best done on an empty stomach.

Course testimonials

Course tutors

Keri has been practising Hatha Yoga for more than 20 years and has recently completed an extensive 12-month IYTA Yoga Teaching Training certification. This included 350 hours of course content...

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