Author: jaquiwan

AcroYoga Trilogy: an intro

CANCELLED DUE TO INJURY

 

When: Saturday 2nd April 2016, 2.30 – 5.30pm

Where: The Light Centre Belgravia, 7-9 Eccleston Street, London SW1W 9LX

Cost: £30, for booking click here

 

An introduction with Jaqui Wan and Daniela McDermott.

Open to all levels. we will provide a safe environment to explore trust, connection and playfulness. We will combine elements from Yoga, Acrobatics, and Thai Massage and cover asana sequences, partner yoga, assisted inversions, basic partner acrobatics, therapeutic flying and Thai massage. No partner needed.

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For more information: –

  • tel: 020 7881 0728
  • email: reception@lightcentrebelgravia.co.uk
  • bookings click here 

Demystifying Inversions @ Evolve

When: 16th April 2016 2-5pm
Where: Evolve, 10 Kendrick Mews, London SW7 3HG
Costs: £35, for bookings click here

If you are an experience yoga practitioner and have been baffled or scared of being inverted this is the one for you.

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A layered offering that begins with an asana practice, that includes upper body conditioning enabling the ability of taking weight on your hands. Explore different kinds of inversions and look into the benefits of doing them.

During our three hour session into the world of inversions. We will: –

  • work progressively into the art of inversions, beginning with an asana practice that enables body awareness, ease and comfort with being inverted;
  • cover the principles of taking your weight on your hands, this includes some time allocated to arm balances;
  • explore be the benefits doing inversions, breaking down the foundations and variations to: –
    • headstands (sirsasana),
    • forearm-stand (pincha mayurasana) and
    • handstands (adho mukha vrksasana)

Suitable for experienced yoga practitioners with an interest in working on their inversion practice. Please note you will be encouraged to work in pairs or in small groups.

For more information

Two’s Company : the art of counter balances

Two’s Company is part a two part workshop series, this offering focuses on the art of counter balances.

 

When: 1st May 2016 2-5pm

Where: Yotopia, 13 Mercer Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9QJ

Costs: £30, bookings are made directly with the studio

We will up look into the push, pull nuances of balance, stretch and engagement that allows for beautiful shapes and structures to be built when we delve into the world of counter balancing.

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This three hour workshop will begin with an solo asana practice to prepare the body for session ahead.  There after we will calibrate with the giving and receiving of body weight and how this will be used in balancing each others weight.

We will explore different counterbalances both symmetrical and asymmetric shapes can lever bodies into interesting positions and stretches.

Pre requisites: –

  • some experience with inversions would be beneficial;
  • a regular yoga or body work practice; and  
  • a willingness to work supportively in small groups.

For more information

Two’s Company: Exploring a partner practice

Two’s Company is part a two part workshop series that begins with the exploration into a partner practice.

 

When: 14th February 2016 2-5pm

Where:  Yotopia, 13 Mercer Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9QJ

Costs: £30

“True love is boundless like the ocean and rising and swelling within one spreads itself out and crossing all boundaries and frontiers envelopes the whole world.” Mahatma Gandhi

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We will:

  • expand deeper than you would on your own though the collaboration of assisted partner stretches;
  • explore the themes of trust and letting go with AcroYoga and the art of flying therapeutics;
  • discover the power of healing hands through Thai massage and the balance of giving and receiving.

This three hour workshop will introduce you to partner yoga; suspended therapeutics, where you explore the roles of inactive flying and supportive basing; and the listening qualities of Thai massage. 

Not just for partners. Ideal for anyone interested in what is possible in pairs.  No yoga or massage experience necessary just a willingness to be tactile in a non intimidating way.

Bookings are made directly with the studio.  There are limited spaces which will mean booking is best to reserve your place.

For more information email me on jaquiwan@gmail.com.

AcroYoga Elemental Immersion in Leamington Spa

UK’s first AcroYoga Elemental Immersion in middle England, with Julia Weis & Jaqui Wan

 

When: Saturday 18th to Wednesday 22nd June 2016

Where:

Times:

  • 18th June: 1.30pm to 8.30pm
  • 19th June: 10am – 5.30pm
  • 20th, 21st and 22nd June: 9am – 4.30pm

Costs:

  • Five day (early booking on or before 9/4/16) rate £350 there after £410
  • Weekend (early booking on or before 9/4/16) rate £160 there after £180
  • One day drop in (early booking on or before 9/4/16) rate £80 there after £90

AcroYoga blends the wisdom of yoga, the dynamic power of acrobatics, and the loving kindness of the healing arts. These three lineages form the foundation of a practice that cultivates trust, playfulness, and community.

This 5 day / 30 hour Immersion introduces the full range practice of AcroYoga. The mindfulness of yoga creates a steady foundation from which to explore the dynamism of acrobatics and the loving-kindness of Thai massage. The interplay of all three disciplines will empower everyone to embody the practice with grace, ease, and joy.

Skills covered:

  • Lunar & Solar Asana
  • Supine & Prone Thai Massage
  • Forward & Backward Therapeutic Flying
  • Spotting & Inversions
  • Acrobatic Training Techniques & Flying Transitions

So why do attend an elemental immersion?

  • Learn progressively in a safe, supportive environment
  • Refine and expand your understanding & embodiment of the practice
  • Receive guidance from highly experienced and passionate AcroYoga teachers
  • Build community with local and international students
  • Celebrate the joy of play
  • Gain tools for honest & compassionate communication
  • Learn how to use relationships as a mirror for self-reflection and transformation
  • Release perceived limitations and explore your highest potential

Important info:

  • This immersion is not residential (accommodation and meals not included)
  • Your advised to have your own copy of the ‘Elements of AcroYoga’ manual
  • The full 30 hours fulfils a prerequisite for the AcroYoga Teacher Training
  • Open to all levels and no partner required
  • To attend this immersion online registration is required
  • For more information see www.jaquiwan.com

 

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