Helen Goodman-Payne

I always start with a short relaxation and reading.

I then teach a breathing technique, warming up movements, then the asanas ( postures) themselves.

I end with a meditation, a longer relaxation and visualization.

I draw on my training in remedial yoga and comprehensive yoga which includes all aspects of a spiritual practice as described above.

I follow what the student needs based on a short medical questionnaire and what the share initially.

I usually work on a theme such as prana (life giving energy) the energy centres
( the chakras) Relaxing the mind., staying in the present and positive thinking.

I believe that yoga helps us to relax the body and mind, to develop a more positive attitude. To nurture kindness and compassion to ourselves and to others. In this way we are more able to meet the daily challenges of life.

Working on a one to one basis enables me to tailor the session to what the individual needs from the session. This can be on a physical, psychological or emotional.

I ask the individual or the class to complete a short questionnaire to ascertain where they are on a physical, emotional or psychological level. We might have a short sharing before we start the session and there is space to do so at the end of the practice too.

The sessions are up to one hour and a half depending on whether I am working with an individual or a group. I also work in a six week block which enables the student to get the mist out of yoga.