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Cheshire
Polar
Pilates |
| Classes
held in: |
Bollington |
| Type
of Class: |
PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Katie
Appleyard |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Beginner and Intermediate |
| What
does it cost? |
£42
for 6 weeks |
| Classes
Available: |
Evenings
- Weekly |
| Contact: |
Katie |
| Phone
No: |
07944
750686 |
| Email: |
polarpilatesclassesATgmail.com |
| Website: |
www.facebook.com/PolarPilates |
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| The
exercises aim to improve your core strength
by developing strong stomach, back and buttock muscles
to support the skeletal system.
Pilates can be beneficial for people who would like to:
Improve posture - Increase flexibility - Enhance
sporting performance - Prevent recurrence of lower back
pain - Relieve stress.
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Classes are taught by a qualified physiotherapist
trained to Class Instructor Level within the Australian
Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI)
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details. |
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Cheshire
Lazy
Daisy West Cheshire
|
| Classes
held in: |
Northwich,
Frodsham & Tarporley |
| Type
of Class: |
YOGA-inspired antenatal classes |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Sophia
Sanyaolu |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Pregnant Women from 14 wks |
| What
does it cost? |
£54
for 6 week block |
| Classes
Available: |
Evenings,
3 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Sophia |
| Phone
No: |
01606
212504 |
| Email: |
sophiaATlazydaisybirthing.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.lazydaisy-westcheshire.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
Couples
Birthing workshops and Daisy baby bonding
classes from 6wks |
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Daisy Birthing™ (by Lazy Daisy™) is
now available in Northwich, Frodsham and
Tarporley.
Approved by FEDANT and completely unique in format,
we combine active birth, breathing & hypnosis
into weekly classes (starting from £9 weekly).
We can make a difference to your birth experience.
Postnatally, join us for mums movement & baby development!
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details. |
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Cheshire
Ashtanga
Vinyasa Self Led Group
|
| Classes
held in: |
Chester |
| Type
of Class: |
Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
None
- self led group |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Reasonably fit, any age. |
| What
does it cost? |
£4
per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Evenings
- Weekly |
| Contact: |
Gary
Thompson |
| Phone
No: |
07887
598332 |
| Email: |
garyATlecale.wanadoo.co.uk |
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This is a small self led Ashtanga Vinyasa group
which is suitable for beginners through
to the more experienced.
Newcomers welcome.
Please
enquire for Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Lazy
Daisy Birthing Chester
|
| Classes
held in: |
Chester |
| Type
of Class: |
Antenatal YOGA-inspired movement and active birth. |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Jennie
Stevenson |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Pregnant Women |
| What
does it cost? |
£40
for 6 week term |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
- Weekly |
| Contact: |
Jennie |
| Phone
No: |
07875
534 768 |
| Email: |
jennieATlazydaisybirthing.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.thelazydaisychain.co.uk |
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|
Daisy Birthing classes aim to help you
birth with confidence and excitement, whatever your birth
plan.
Our relaxed -active birth techniques
are equally suited to hospital or home birth, and can provide
benefits for C-sections too. Every birth should
be a good birth!
Classes include a combination of yoga-inspired movement,
active birth education and self-hypnosis/relaxation,
and are suitable from 14 weeks.
- Gentle rhythmic movements make birthing
techniques second nature
- Experience birth breathing and confidence-boosting
relaxations to prepare for labour and birth
- No need to be especially bendy or fit.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Jules
Hardman - Body Control Pilates Teacher
|
| Classes
held in: |
Wilmslow,
Cheadle & Alderley Edge |
| Type
of Class: |
Body
Control PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Jules
Hardman |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Beginners
& Level 2 - 5 Full Mat |
| What
does it cost? |
£58
per 6 week course |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evening - 4 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Jules |
| Phone
No: |
07854
545466 |
| Email: |
juleshardman.pilatesATme.com |
| Also
Offers: |
1:1 Private lessons taught in the clients
own home. |
|
I
am a qualified and registered Body Control Pilates Teacher.
Body
Control Pilates is a gentle form of exercise
that focuses on controlling the deep muscles that
form the body's 'core'.
Pilates will develop stability, lengthen
& strengthen muscles and improve posture.
It is suitable for all ages because it's gentle
and supportive and all movements are done
in a controlled way, so it doesn't stress
the joints.
Classes
are limited to 12 people ensuring close supervision
and support from your teacher.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details. |
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Cheshire
Natural
Balance Pilates Studio
|
| Classes
held in: |
Congleton |
| Type
of Class: |
PILATES
Mat classes
& Equipment classes. |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Amanda
Heath |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All
ages, levels & abilities |
| What
does it cost? |
£9
per session (matwork) |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evening - 6 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Amanda
Heath |
| Phone
No: |
07966
695156 |
| Email: |
amandaATnaturalbalancepilates.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.naturalbalancepilates.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
Group, semi-private and private classes.
We also sell Pilates small equipment such as mats,
balls etc. |
|
At
our dedicated Pilates studio we welcome
everyone from complete beginners to experienced
practitioners to this beneficial
method of exercise.
Instructors are trained to the highest standard by
the Pilates Foundation and Stott Pilates. We
offer 'taster' sessions for people to come along
and have a go.
As well as approaching Pilates from a fitness perspective
we work closely with Physiotherapists, GPs,
and other health practioners to offer individual support
and attention for rehabilitation.
Group classes are kept to a maximum
of 12 people.
If you would like any further info please call or
visit our website.
Venue
Address:
Natural Balance Pilates Studio
Cuttleford Farm (opp Little Moreton Hall)
Newcastle Road, Astbury,
Congleton CW12 4SD |
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Cheshire
Pilates
Place.Co
|
| Classes
held in: |
Lymm
& Urmston |
| Type
of Class: |
PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Vikki
Davis |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Beginners through to Advanced Level. |
| What
does it cost? |
£6
- £9 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 6 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Vikki |
| Phone
No: |
07977
309099 |
| Email: |
infoATpilates-place.co |
| Website: |
www.pilates-place.co |
|
Classes
at Pilates Place contain a maximum of six
clients thereby ensuring high quality observation,
correction and support.
In short we actually teach the Pilates technique
in an environment conducive to learning.
You will not be dissatisfied.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Pilates
at The Studio |
| Classes
held in: |
Tattenhall |
| Type
of Class: |
PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Various |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All Levels |
| What
does it cost? |
£6.50
- £8 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - Weekly |
| Contact: |
Jill
Raine |
| Phone
No: |
01829
771895 |
| Email: |
jillATthestudiotattenhall.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.thestudiotattenhall.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
Alexander
Technique and Nia Classes &
Workshops. |
|
Body
Control Pilates matwork classes using a unique
14 level system to take you safely from
beginners right through to Full Mat.
Class size limited to 12 people to ensure individual
attention.
All the teachers are Body Control registered and
fully insured.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Mudrasana
|
| Classes
held in: |
Oughtrington,
Lymm & Hale |
| Type
of Class: |
Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Sherry
Edwards |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All Levels |
| What
does it cost? |
£6
- 6.50 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 3 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Sherry |
| Phone
No: |
07557
121638 |
| Email: |
sphungpraATgmail.com |
| Website: |
www.mudrasana.com |
|
I am a Registered Yoga Alliance teacher
and have nine years experience. I primarily
practise ashtanga, although I sometimes
venture out into other styles.
I have visited Mysore, India twice and spent one month each
visit practising under the guidance of Sri. K Pattabhi
Jois and his grandson Sharath.
My style of teaching aims to help students living
with everday aches and pains overcome
these discomforts through the use of things such as blocks
and straps while also keeping them fit.
I am certified in basic anatomy and physiology knowledge
and am also certified by Yoga bananas to teach children's
yoga.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Yogasisters
- Hatha, Pregnancy & Baby Yoga Classes
|
| Classes
held in: |
Macclesfield |
| Type
of Class: |
YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Karina
Randall |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Beginners and mixed ability |
| What
does it cost? |
£6.50
per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 2 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Karina |
| Phone
No: |
07886
805992 |
| Email: |
infoATyogasisters.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.yogasisters.co.uk |
|
I am a Hatha yoga teacher, trained at the
Ayurvedic institute in New Mexico.
I run a dynamic and friendly Womens
Hatha class on Saturday mornings in
Macclesfield, Cheshire.
I
am a Birthlight trained yoga teacher, having trained
with Francoise Freedman, I am passionate about teaching
Pregnancy yoga, as I have seen such
amazing benefits to my clients. Happy wonderful
births and relaxed calm babies.
And they all return for Baby yoga
at 6 wks...come and join us.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Dru
Yoga in Chester
|
| Classes
held in: |
Chester
City Centre & Hoole, Chester |
| Type
of Class: |
Dru YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Angela
Needham |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All levels of ability & fitness |
| What
does it cost? |
£2.50
- £5.50 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 2 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Angela |
| Phone
No: |
01244
311952 or 07737 249461 |
| Email: |
angela_needhamAThomeopathy-soh.org |
| Also
Offers: |
1-1
Dru Yoga
Therapy in your own home. from £20
a session. |
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|
Dru yoga is gentle, therapeutic,
stress busting, energizing, relaxing, spiritually and
physically uplifting.
Energy
block releasing sequences, classic postures, relaxation
and modifications to suit your special needs
in small friendly classes, old and young,
beginners and continuers all welcome.
All classes are drop in.
I can also offer classes for your self
help group, youth group, day centre etc. Or maybe
you would like a one off talk and try session
for your club or society.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Relaxing
and Self-Healing Yoga
|
| Classes
held in: |
Nantwich,
Wistaston & Crewe |
| Type
of Class: |
Hatha YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Rick
Calligaro |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All levels, abilities or ages |
| What
does it cost? |
£4
- £6 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 4 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Rick |
| Phone
No: |
01270
625042 |
| Email: |
rickcalligaroAThotmail.com |
| Also
Offers: |
Monthly
mini-retreats, BWY foundation course,
yoga forums for teachers or advanced
students. |
|
|
Seasonal yoga with attention to posture
alignment & stability, breathing exercises,
meditation and relaxation for
well-being and self-healing.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Light
Holistics - Hatha Yoga Class
|
| Classes
held in: |
Warrington
& Culcheth |
| Type
of Class: |
Hatha
YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Stephen
Webster |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Mixed
ability |
| What
does it cost? |
£5
per session |
| Classes Available: |
Evenings
- Weekly |
| Contact: |
Stephen |
| Phone
No: |
07791
027536 |
| Email: |
lightholisticsATbtinternet.com |
| Website: |
www.lightholistics.com |
| Also
Offers: |
Holistic Therapies, Meditation classes, Relaxation
Days, Retreats. |
|
This yoga class is suitable for all abilities.
I combine meditation, flowing movements, holding
postures and relaxation.
I have been teaching for over a decade
and have been trained in Sivananda and Satyananda
yoga schools, and Christian, Buddhist, Hindu and
Sufi meditation traditions.
My teaching style is physical, mental and spiritual,
and I teach to all abilities, beleifs and faiths.
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Cheshire
Yoga
with Seema |
| Classes
held in: |
Chester,
Ellesmere Port, Hawarden & Liverpool. |
| Type
of Class: |
YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Seema
Banerjee |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All
abilities |
| What
does it cost? |
Varies |
| Classes Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 5 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Seema |
| Phone
No: |
07891
549527 |
| Email: |
seemaATyogawithseema.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.yogawithseema.co.uk |
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Asanas, pranayama, meditation , relaxation,
Yoga nidra.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Pregnancy
and New Mums Yoga |
| Classes
held in: |
Altrincham |
| Type
of Class: |
Pregnancy
and Post-natal YOGA classes |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Adele
Offland |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Suitable
for pregnant woman from 14 weeks. |
| What
does it cost? |
Varies |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
and evenings, weekly |
| Contact: |
Adele |
| Phone
No: |
07900
954292 |
| Email: |
adeleofflandATmac.com |
| Also
Offers: |
Dynamic
Hatha Yoga Classes in Hale and Altrincham
- Daytime & Evening classes. |
|
Join me for wonderfully relaxing and strengthening
pregnancy yoga classes and later for post-natal
yoga, working on strengthening core muscles and
giving that much needed relaxation!
I have been practising yoga for over 10 years
and have trained in yoga and birth
with the Active Birth Centre in London.
Please enquire for Class Times
& Venue details.
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Cheshire
Fitness
Pilates - Wistaston & Nantwich
|
| Classes
held in: |
Nantwich
& Wistaston (nr Crewe) |
| Type
of Class: |
Functional
Fitness PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Lynne
Scott |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All Ages and Abilities |
| What
does it cost? |
£5
per session (Block Booking) |
| Classes Available: |
Daytime
- 3 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Lynne |
| Phone
No: |
01270
663958 |
| Email: |
cw2polATaol.com |
| Website: |
www.crewenantwichzumba.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
New
Classes Available |
|
|
Standing
and Mat based Fitness PILATES.
Excellent for posture & core
stability & strength.
Feel
the difference in weeks....
Ideal for all Beginners new to Fitness
Pilates.
Please
bring a mat with you. You must be in overall good health
with no underlying health conditions.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
'A'
Class Pilates & Fitness
|
| Classes
held in: |
Altrincham,
Hale & Bowden |
| Type
of Class: |
'A'
Class PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Anne
Hodge |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All Ages and Ability Levels. |
| What
does it cost? |
£5
- £16 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
- 3 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Anne |
| Phone
No: |
07740
927758 |
| Email: |
anneATaltrinchampilatesandfitness.com |
| Website: |
www.altrinchampilatesandfitness.com |
| Also
Offers: |
Pre
and Post natal exercise classes |
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This class helps to develop postural awareness
and encourages the release of tension.
The
slow, controlled and flowing movements strengthen
the muscles, particularly those which stabilize
and support the spine. This makes the muscles look
longer and leaner, realigns the body and helps correct
postural problems.
Pilates brings mind and body together, focusing
strongly on balance, precision, concentration and breathing.
The classes are all currently based on beginners
to intermediate improver, however, if you consider
yourself to be at an advanced level and
would like to attend a class, please contact me.
'A' Class is more than just a class. It reflects
the skills I have developed in 17 years,
and the level of commitment I have to delivering
a results based workout to each person
attending.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Cheshire
Pilates & Physio |
| Classes
held in: |
Aston-cum-Wrenbury,
Barrow, Bickley, Malpas & Marbury. |
| Type
of Class: |
PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Claire
Williams & Clare Tilley |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Beginners, Intermediate, Ante/postnatal & Petite Pilates. |
| What
does it cost? |
£6
- £7 per session |
| Classes Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 4 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Claire
Williams |
| Phone
No: |
07979
333209 |
| Email: |
infoATtherapythatmovesyou.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.therapythatmovesyou.co.uk |
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We are chartered physiotherapists running a number
of pilates classes in Cheshire.
We are APPI trained and teach modified
pilates which can be suitable for any age
or level of fitness.
Please
enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
YOGA
for ALL! |
| Classes
held in: |
Ellesmere
Port & Neston |
| Type
of Class: |
Hatha and Yin YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Cecilia
Rathe |
| Age
Group/Level: |
All levels & ability |
| What
does it cost? |
£5
(Neston)/
£4 (Ellesmere Port) |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
and Evenings - 2 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Cecilia |
| Phone
No: |
0151
200 1848 |
| Email: |
escentialwellbeingATyahoo.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
Qualified
Life Coach, Reiki Master and Aromatherapist. Can
provide one on one sessions combining these for your
particular needs. |
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| I
offer Yoga sessions which combine posture
work (asanas) with effective breathing
techniques (pranayama), meditation and
relaxation.
Classes are fun and relaxed, and can help
you to develop your self confidence, reduce stress
levels and improve your well-being. I
combine dynamic and gentle routines, taking
account of the class needs and abilities, for a balanced
and holistic experience.
I offer Corporate sessions for stress
relief, confidence and improving performance.
Let me know if you would like a class in your area!
Yoga
workshops and seminars available
by arrangement.
I am a qualified British Wheel of Yoga teacher
with over 10 years experience. Level 3
Member of the Register of Exercise Professionals (REP).
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Jules
Blythe |
| Classes
held in: |
Cheadle
Hulme, Handforth & Hale |
| Type
of Class: |
Dru
YOGA Therapy |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Jules
Blythe |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Suitable for all levels, ability. Pre Natal. |
| What
does it cost? |
£8
per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - 5 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Jules |
| Phone
No: |
07530
259252 |
| Email: |
julesblytheAThotmail.com |
| Website: |
www.lifetransitioncoaching.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
One
to one Yoga Therapy sessions, Pre natal Yoga classes, Holistic
Soul Path Coaching, Colour Therapy, Aura Photography, Workshops. |
|
|
The key principles are around energy
flow, detoxification of the body, achieving a flow with
life, spinal health and deep inner transformation
to a state of balance through an integrated
holistic approach.
Dru yoga is based upon soft, flowing
movements, controlled breathing and visualisation.
It is both a graceful form of exercise
and a potent means of stress relief. It
works on both the body and the mind, rejevenating
the soul, strengthening core stability and building a heightened
feeling of positivity and empowerment.
Yoga therapy cultivates body/mind integration
and a sense of harmony with life. It
promotes the innate healing resources of the body,
helping restore the proper functioning of the various bodily
systems.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Yoga
in Cheshire |
| Classes
held in: |
Northwich,
Cuddington, Warrinton, Appleton Thorn, Thelwall & Hartford |
| Type
of Class: |
YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Tabitha |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Mixed ability, Beginners, Therapeutic, Seniors |
| What
does it cost? |
£4.50
- £6 per session |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evenings - Weekly |
| Contact: |
Tabitha |
| Phone
No: |
07754
434350 |
| Email: |
infoATyogaincheshire.com |
| Website: |
www.yogaincheshire.com |
| Also
Offers: |
One
to One tuition and Yoga Therapy. |
|
BWY
qualified teacher.
Trained in Viniyoga, Yin Yoga
and senior yoga and weight management.
Offering specialist classes and mixed
ability classes - from Therapeutic Yoga
to dynamic Vinyasa Yoga.
My classes are of mixed ability and I like
to work with small class numbers to enable
more individual attention. Classes are
warm, friendly and often fun.
They include some yoga philosophy, working
with posture (asana), breath
(pranyama) and mind (bhavana). This helps
to exercise your body, still your mind, and
find inner stillness; using our breath as our focus.
Please enquire for Class Times & Venue details.
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Cheshire
Bodywork-Pilates
Ltd
|
| Classes
held in: |
Chester |
| Type
of Class: |
Hatha
YOGA, PILATES |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Various |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Mixed
abilities |
| What
does it cost? |
£27.50
per 5 session block |
| Classes
Available: |
Daytime
& Evening - 7 Days a Week |
| Contact: |
Helen
Conway |
| Phone
No: |
01244
377778 |
| Mobile: |
07850
918089 |
| Email: |
receptionATbodywork-pilates.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.bodywork-pilates.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
Thai & Swedish Massage, Reiki, Personal tuition, fully
equipped Pilates studio. |
|
Bodywork-Pilates
is Chester's only specialist Pilates & Yoga centre.
A fully equipped Pilates studio plus a calm
matwork/ yoga studio offers the perfect surroundings
for peaceful relaxation and focused
practice. The studio is also used for regular
workshops and events.
Yoga classes are suitable for all levels
whilst Pilates classes are graded for specific ability.
Please contact us if you require any further information.
Venue Address:
Bodywork-Pilates Ltd
The Old Chapel,
13 Victoria Road
Chester CH2 2AX |
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Cheshire
Congleton
Yoga Centre |
| Classes
held in: |
Alsager,
Congleton, Holmes Chapel, Mossley & Sandbach |
| Type
of Class: |
Hatha YOGA |
| Teacher/Instructor: |
Charles
Baxter |
| Age
Group/Level: |
Any |
| What
does it cost? |
£4
per session |
| Classes Available: |
Daytime & Evenings -
13 Classes a week available |
| Contact: |
Charles |
| Phone
No: |
01260
276862 |
| Email: |
charles.baxterATukonline.co.uk |
| Website: |
www.congletonyogacentre.co.uk |
| Also
Offers: |
One-to-One
Yoga Therapy. |
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I trained as a teacher/ yoga therapist
20 years ago with Paul Harvey, a student
of Desikachar.
I currently study with Peter Hersnack, another of Desikachar's
students.
All my classes are mixed ability groups
and involve working with posture (asana),
breath (pranyama) and mind (Bhavana).
Please enquire for Class Times &
Venue details.
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Many of the Yoga classes listed include Meditation
and Relaxation techniques part of
the session.

Many teachers offer tuition to small private groups
or on a one-to-one basis, as well as larger
classes. Please check individual listings for details.
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ABOUT
YOGA...
Although Yoga is a comprehensive system of personal development, originating
thousands of years ago in India, the type of Yoga most commonly practised
in the West today is Hatha Yoga, one of the branches
of yoga philoshophy that focuses mainly on the physical postures, or
asana.
The
aim of Hatha Yoga (from the Sankrit word meaning to yoke, or join),
is to bring about a 'union' of the opposing energies in our bodies...
'ha' meaning sun (masculine) and 'tha' meaning moon (feminine), through
the practice of specific physical postures (asana), controlled breathing,
(pranayama) and meditation.
Regular practice can develop strength, power and balance in the body,
stillness in the mind, and spiritual purity.
Hatha Yoga incorporates many different styles, and varies from a gentle,
relaxed pace, where physical poses are held for a certain length of
time - to the more dynamic styles, such as Vinyasa, where the emphasis
is on synchronised breathing and flowing movement between one posture
and the next. As a complete workout for body and mind, it is both relaxing
and energising... bringing increased vitality, improved concentration
and a sense of inner calm.
Variations in Yoga technique have also been developed by different teachers
over the years, one of the most widely popular being that taught by
BKS Iyengar from India.
Yoga can be practised by anyone - of any age, and there are classes
available to suit all levels and abilities, from the absolute beginner
or less agile, to the more experienced who want to develop further.
Many people practise Yoga for the health benefits alone, as it can improve
and maintain suppleness in the joints, help to release stress, relieve
headaches and migraine, improve respiratory conditions, and enable you
to cope better with the demands of a busy modern lifestyle.
It can also be beneficial for pregnant women, both during pregnancy
and afterwards, as yoga helps to strengthen important muscles and promotes
relaxation. Attending regular classes can also provide a welcome opportunity
to meet up with other new mums.
You'll find many different types of class listed on this website, for
all ages and abilities, and there are even classes for children. If
you're not sure which type is best for you, please contact any of your
locally listed teachers to find out what they offer, and if their type
of class is suiitable for you.
Some types of Yoga you'll find listed are:
Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga,
Iyengar Yoga, Sivananda
Yoga, Dru Yoga, Yin Yoga,
Kundalini Yoga, Dynamic Flow Yoga,
Shen Yoga.
You'll also find Yoga & Relaxation classes
for Pregnant & Postnatal mums,
and Yoga classes for Babies & Children...

Yoga is also becoming increasingly popular for its therapeutic
and healing benefits.
If you're more interested in working on a one-to-one basis with a Yoga
Therapist, please go to our
Yoga Therapy page, which you'll find
in our Therapists Directory.
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Many teachers offer tuition to small private groups
or on a one-to-one basis, as well as larger
classes. Please check individual listings for details.
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ABOUT PILATES...
Pilates is a gentle holistic exercise system, originally developed
by Joseph Pilates in Germany during the early 20th Century, as a method
of improving physical and mental health.
Pilates
exercises are designed to improve the body's core strength - focusing
on the toning of the back, abdominal and pelvic muscles, whilst at the
same time improving flexibility, posture and general fitness. The holistic
approach also trains your mind to become aware of how your body works,
and aims to bring about physical and mental balance.
The exercises can be beneficial to both men and women of all ages and
fitness levels, and can also be useful during and after pregnancy, under
the guidance of a properly trained teacher. Pilates teachers modifiy
the basic techniques to suit different ablilities as required, so the
exercises can be used either as a general workout, or tailored to a
more specific purpose, such as rehabilitation from an injury.
Pilates classes are very popular today, and you will generally find
two types being offered,
either Apparatus or Matwork.
Apparatus classes are usually held in a specially equipped
fitness studio, as the exercises involve using large pieces of equipment
such as the 'Reformer', 'Cadillac' and 'Ladder Barrel', which are designed
to provide resistance and support for the body during the exercise routine.
This type of class is usually held in small private groups, or on a
one-to-one basis, and you will normally receive a higher level of individual
attention in this type of class. Your pilates teacher will tailor the
exercise programme to your specific needs and rate of progression.
Matwork classes are more widely available, and you'll
find them in all sorts of venues, from community halls to leisure centres.
This type of class is usually larger and less expensive than an apparatus
based class, and most of the exercises are carried out lying down on
mats, sometimes using small pieces of equipment. Again, the pilates
teacher can modify the programme to suit your needs if you have a specific
health problem, such as a bad back or arthritis.
As Pilates improves co-ordination and balance, it is a popular choice
for sports people, athletes and dancers. These benefits however, are
also advantageous to older people, as maintaining good physical balance
decreases the risk of falling or having an accident. In addition, regular
Pilates practice can help to maintain bone density and keep the body
strong into old age.
You'll find various types of Pilates class listed on this website, suitable
for beginners to advanced, and listings also include some pre or post
natal Pilates classes.
If you're not sure which type of Pilates is best for you, contact any
of your locally listed teachers, to find out more...
Other
pages that may be of interest...
Tai
Chi & Qigong Classes
Holistic Movement & Dance Classes
Meditation & Spiritual
Development Classes & Groups
Holistic Therapists Directory
(includes Yoga Therapy)
Workshops and Events
(for Talks, Workshops, Retreats etc)
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Exercises (Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Qigong or Holistic Dance) to advertise
their classes online.
Because classes are listed on our site, it does not imply any personal
or professional recommendation of these classes or teachers by us (Holistic
Promotions), and we hold no responsibility for the content or activities
offered in any of the classes listed..
For health and safety reasons, and for your own peace of mind, it's
always advisable to check with the person(s) running the class or fitness
studio, that they're suitably qualified, experienced and/or insured,
before you take part in any class involving physical activity, or the
use of exercise equipment.
Please don't contact us through this website for locations of other
classes, or for more info about any of the classes shown. For further
details of any of the classes listed, please get in touch with the appropriate
teacher/instructor as shown in the individual listings.
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