Catch Up Classes

Duration: 1 hr 16 minutes

Emphasis: This flow begins with a brief explanation of the first two 'Niyama', the personal observances that make up the second 'limb' of yoga as set out by Patanjali many hundreds of years ago. The physical practice of yoga begins with a standing warm-up followed by slow Sun Salutations then, as usual, poses are added to the sequence - this time side-stretches and leg-stretches are the focus. This focus continues in the seated poses and then in the supine poses, before Savasana brings the class to a close.

Props required: Two blocks and a belt.

Mat direction: Short edge of the mat facing the screen.

Duration: 18 minutes

Emphasis: This short class focusses on side bends which will help to mobilise the spine, engage the oblique abdominal muscles and improve the range of movement of the shoulders. You'll start with a seated sequence and then repeat the movements in kneeling in Gate Pose (Parighasana) and then standing in Alanasana (High Lunge). Finally, there's a supine sequence before relaxing in Savasana.

Props needed: A blanket to kneel on.

Mat direction: Short edge of the mat facing the screen.