Yoga is the oldest system of personal development in the world thought to originate in the prehistory of India. Yoga is a generic word (such as health) and means "union" – drawing from the root Sanskrit verb: yug ~ to join. It is often interpreted as the harmonious balance and integration of the body, mind and spirit through a number of different practices. From this rich and ancient heritage, it continues to have relevance in the modern world offering an holistic approach to developing positive health and a positive outlook.

The practices include physical movement and postures, relaxation techniques, breath work, sounding and meditation and aim to energise and balance the systems of the bodymind in an atmosphere of self-care. The more obvious benefits will be improved flexibility, alignment and strength; greater breath awareness, and the habit of relaxation, however the skilful application of yoga is also supportive of remedial and recovery strategies and complementary to the speaking therapies.

You may be drawn to yoga simply for health and fitness, or be seeking relief for a specific physical condition. You might want help with managing stress, or to enrich the perinatal experience. Whatever your reasons, yoga can provide a pathway to the native wisdom of your bodymind.

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