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Yoga – restorative yoga: rest, relax and renew – free taster

Experience the gentle healing power of restorative yoga in this free lunchtime taster session. Based on the teachings of BKS Iyengar, restorative yoga lets you harness the power of active rest. When practised regularly, this type of yoga can help reduce stress and anxiety, and alleviate common aches and pains. You'll perform most of the poses lying down, holding them for five minutes or more with your body and limbs supported by props such as bolsters and blankets. This allows you to surrender to the shape of the pose. Your teacher will also guide you through simple breath awareness techniques, so you'll leave the session feeling relaxed, refreshed and grounded, with a renewed sense of wellbeing.

Yoga – restorative yoga: rest, relax and renew – free taster (HCW0349BR)

On:

Tuesday
from 12. 30pm to 1. 15pm

For 1 weeks.

Starts

09 September 2025

Ends

09 September 2025

Where:

Brockley Rise Centre
Brockley Rise
Crofton Park
Se23 1pr

Cost

FREE

Enrol now

You can enrol by phone on 020 8314 6959 or 020 8314 7775 Monday to Friday, 10am–3pm. More ways to enrol

Call: 020 8314 6959

Call: 020 8314 7775

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
No prior knowledge or experience is required to enrol on this course.

Learning Goals:
Gain insight into a restorative yoga class. Understand the benefits restorative yoga can offer. Explore some poses associated with this type of exercise. Consider whether restorative yoga is for you.

What teaching methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the session, including demonstration, one to one tuition, group work, observation, discussion and question and answer sessions.

What assessment methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of methods to assess your progress during the course. These may include observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of your practice and question and answer sessions.

Will extra work be required outside the class times?
You're not required to do extra work outside the session, but attending other wellbeing classes may help you progress.

What materials will I need for the course and how much will they cost?
You will need a yoga mat. These are available at the centre, but you're welcome to bring your own. The tutor may indicate where you can buy equipment, but please don't purchase anything before your first session unless requested to do so. No liability can be accepted for expenses incurred for a course cancelled or altered at short notice.

What do I need to bring to the first class?
Please wear comfortable clothing that doesn't restrict your movement, and don't eat for at least an hour before your session. Yoga is always practised in bare feet.

Options when finished
The department offers a wide variety of wellbeing courses. Information about these is available through the tutor, the curriculum leader or the ALL programme.

Additional information
Please note that ALL cannot be held responsible for any items left by the learner in our workrooms.

For general enquiries and course availability information call 0208 314 3300. For more detailed information and guidance about the course:

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Contact

Rex Ford-Griffiths

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