March Bliss Yoga Newsletter

As each of us is unique so is each experience of pregnancy.  As I am nearing the final few weeks of this pregnancy I feel that this time has definitely been less indulgent.  The first time it is just you and your baby growing inside you, now I still have the wonderful miracle of new life inside me and I am constantly involved and occupied by my 3 ½ year old.  Where is this heading?  Well perhaps I have had less time to totally focus on this pregnancy however it has made those moments where I can really precious.  I am so blessed to have at least a few hours while I teach Pregnancy Yoga.  I believe it is a really important practice during pregnancy not only to prepare your physical body but to prepare yourself mentally.  This is also an opportunity to share advice and information and to meet other women that are going through the same thing that you are.  Pregnant or know any pregnant ladies?  Check out my Pregnancy Yoga Website

Yoga helps you be aware of your physical self, acknowledging where you’re at and practicing with that in mind.  As my physical body changes I have been even more aware how important  posture is, to have that solid foundation, length in the body, creating space and breathing into that space.  As my centre of gravity has changed this has also introduced areas on tension.  This week we have been focusing on unwinding that tension from the body and as my final weeks approach we will be looking at restoring and conserving energy and the wonderfully healing practice of Yoga Nidra.

Maternity Cover

It seems to have sneaked up on me... my last Inner Space class this coming Monday, 25 March!! (there is no class Easter Monday, 1 April).  I will be teaching at Old Catton on 27 March and 10 April (there is no class on 3 April).  I will be teaching Pregnancy Yoga until 10 April and Baby Yoga until 18 April I really look forward to seeing you on the mat over the next week or two.

I feel extremely fortunate to have met a wonderful group of teachers that will be covering classes while I am on maternity leave:

Community Yoga - Monday Evening 7:30-8:45pm Inner Space, off St Benedicts.

Anya

has many years' experience of practising yoga. She is currently involved with the British Wheel of Yoga. Her professional psychological background gives her a great understanding of relaxation and mindfulness techniques in encouraging positive mental states.

Classes £7.50 drop –in or £37.50 for 6 weeks contact Jessica@blissyoganorwich.co.uk for further information or reservations

Community Yoga - Wednesday 9:30-11am Old Catton Church Hall, Blacksmiths Way

Hannah

has been teaching Hatha yoga 3 years qualifying via independent yoga network BSY (British School of Yoga) in 2010.  She has been a fitness instructor and taught Yoga type classes like freestyle fitness yoga and body balance – she has also been a personal trainer for the last 5 years

Hannah currently teaches regular Yoga and Pilates classes at Dimension Fitness.

Classes £7.50 drop –in or £40 for 6 weeks contact Jessica@blissyoganorwich.co.uk for further information or reservations

Pregnancy Yoga – Wednesday 6:30-8pm St Mary Magdalene Church Hall, Silver Road

Frances

Frances is a Midwife at the N&N and completed her Pregnancy Yoga training with Triyoga in 2012.

Classes £50 for 6 weeks contact Jessica@blissyoganorwich.co.uk for further information or reservations.  Next course commences 8 May

Baby Yoga – Thursday 1:30pm Silver Road Baptist Church Hall, Corner of Silver Road and Mousehold Avenue

Michelle

has been teaching Yoga since 2000.  Michelle holds a diploma of the Friends of Yoga Society International (dipFRYOG) and a diploma from the British Wheel of Yoga and is also a tutor trainer. She has a Birthlight. Baby Yoga and Massage Diploma, Birthlight Aqua Natal Yoga Diploma and Birthlight Infant Aquatics. She is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) with the International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM)

Classes £42 for 6 weeks contact Jessica@blissyoganorwich.co.uk for further information or reservations.  Next course commences 25 April

I am so blessed to have such wonderful students and know that you will welcome your cover teacher with open arms and a warm heart.

During my studies this week I came across this wonderful site on the Chakras and really wanted to share it with you. Click here to read :0)

I look forward to seeing you over the next week or so.  Have a wonderful Easter, may the sun shine brightly and I will of course keep you posted on the imminent arrival of bump.

Much love

Jessica