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The Promenade, Kingsbridge, Devon TQ7 1JD
01548 845708
Harbour House in Kingsbridge offers a full programme of Yoga classes to suit all levels of ability and experience, with 13 friendly and experienced teachers supporting your development from beginner to advanced level.
In three light, airy studios you’ll find classes in Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga, T’ai Chi, Kung Fu, Belly Dancing and Pilates.
The new Spanda Studio, with ground floor access, is ideal for Yoga Workshops and weekend workshops and can accommodate up to 28 Yogis. Two further studios on the first and second floor of Harbour House are also available for hire, each accommodating up to 14 Yogis.
There’s a quiet suite on the top floor dedicated to meditation. You can consult practitioners in a range of holistic therapies, as well as one-to-one counsellors and support groups.
We have a delightful Vegetarian Cafe, with a secluded garden.
The history of yoga is believed to be as old as civilization. The prehistoric roots and its gradual evolution and development are testimony to this fact. Ancient yoga derived from Indian asceticism to uniting in the “cosmic one.” Yoga history could be traced in the Upanishads, Vedas and even in Brahmanas. The yoga history was also illustrated in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. How yoga derived its name?The history of yoga is recorded in our scriptures and it’s continuously evolving in recent times. Though yoga has evolved with changes in techniques and methods but the essence and goal remains the same. Read the rest of this entry »
Yoga is something that goes beyond just exercises full of awkward routines. The goal of Yoga is the union of mind, spirit and body. Yoga’s origin is in the Hindu philosophy and is used to attain spiritual insight and harmony.
What is yoga? The general system of exercises that are practiced as part of this discipline is also referred to as Yoga. This is what is commonly referred to as Yoga. The word Yoga is derived from Sanskrit. The Sanskrit word “yeung”, means to join, this is the root word for Yoga. A yoke as used on oxen is closely related, but also the same root gives us “join”, “junction”, “junta”, “adjust”, “joust”, and “juxapose” to name a few.
Each and every institution that teaches yoga has its own unique practices and beliefs. There are many institutions of yoga available in the world. But in this article we have listed down the five most common yoga practices that are done in these institutions. However, there are schools with varying paths and paths that have been established with many different variations that are not listed here. Read the rest of this entry »
Sri Krishna’s dialogue with Arjuna on the Battlefield uplifts us with teachings relevant to our intention and desire to live a yogic life now here in the 21st
During the discourse, Krishna reveals His identity as the Supreme Being Himself blessing Arjuna with an awe-inspiring vision of His divine universal form.
BALA BROOK YOGA RETREAT
with Jo Pelly JULY 7th –11th
4 (or 5) days in a magnificent natural location within Dartmoor national park
2 shortish talks daily introducing the main themes, opening into the spiritual power of the Gita’s timeless teachings.
The talks will not be intellectually difficult, they will lead into meditation, sitting interspersed with walking.
Daily Pranayama and hathayoga sessions.
Full details on www.jopellyyoga.co.uk
What is the Bhagavad Gita? A Hindu Scripture setting out the eternal wisdom of Yoga. Read the rest of this entry »
South Brent, Devon TQ10 9ED Bala Brook is an inexpensive, peaceful venue that may be hired by Teachers or leaders bringing Yoga groups (up to 12 max.) for weekends or several days.
Info and questions jo.pelly@yahoo.co.uk
All info and costs in www.balabrook.org.uk
or tel Paula 07999 584937.
A gloriously energising and relaxing location 3 miles above South Brent, within Dartmoor National Park.
Access directly onto the Moor. Nine bedrooms.
Yoga room 7 X 8 m
with Jo Pelly
Long retreats 4 (or 5) days:
June 2nd – 6th
July 7th – 11th focusing on the Bhagavad Gita (details in www.jopellyyoga@yahoo.co.uk)
All single rooms; £260 superior, £240 economy. Optional extra day (£20) Read the rest of this entry »
