Have you wondered what was behind Lewes District Council’s decision to award the tenancy of the former Turkish Baths to Unity Centre for Yoga, Well-being and The Arts? You probably heard Lewes District Council backed a residents’ petition to retain this iconic public building for social and community use. But perhaps you’re wondering, ‘how can[…]
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10 reasons why a yoga & the arts community centre will be an asset to Lewes
Uncategorised Jun 21, 2018
An Interview with….Rachel Dalgarno (Beginners Meditation and Mindfulness)
Uncategorised Jun 19, 2018
CLASS(ES) TAUGHT & A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF WHAT YOU TEACH: Beginners Meditation and Mindfulness Monday evenings 7:30pm – 8:15pm. My classes are aimed at those with rather little or no previous experience and includes posture, relaxation, breathing and other meditation essentials. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TEACHING AND HOW DID YOU GET STARTED?: I am[…]
Where: Yuva eco-resort, farlya village, SW Turkey (a beautiful coastal bay). Travel: Fly to Dalaman, transfer to Yuva, Flying to Istanbul is an option, it may be cheaper than Dalaman Yoga style: Unity Yoga is a deep, meditative style of yoga, which is flowing, restorative and organic. The sessions are two hours allowing for the[…]
As a single Parent, I have always loved exploring the world with my young daughter, but found it was sometimes tricky to fit in a long yoga practice on our travels. Although I have become highly skilled in multi tasking and managing balances with a 3 year old on my shoulders, I love the fun[…]
So how does Yoga help those suffering with mental health issues? From what I have experienced, it provides a “tool box” that can be used at any time….whether it be a physical Yoga practice to reconnect with the body and ease the tension that builds up, or whether it be the quietness of relaxation or[…]
The idea of ‘wholeness’ is at the heart and core of any healing journey, found in many practices and traditions across the world. It is a symbol that holds the restorative energies of completion and integration. It depicts a state where everything is included and in relation to one another, both within and without. And[…]
We have been touched and greatly moved this week as we received a very generous donation from one of our students. The donation will be put towards our fundraising campaign for The Unity Centre Lewes. The aim of the centre is to bring Yoga, Art & Therapies to all with a particularly warm welcome to[…]
CLASS(ES) TAUGHT & A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF WHAT YOU TEACH: I teach various different classes; Vinyasa, Power and Yin yoga. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TEACHING AND HOW DID YOU GET STARTED?: I have been teaching for around 1.5 years. I studied Psychology at university, and afterwards tried to office 9-5 life but lasted around[…]
I am a tactile person, I grew up in a loving household where it was natural and comfortable to express our affection for each other in a physical way. Now, as an adult I view myself as an expert hugger and a professional cuddler. Of course, knowing that not everyone has the same personality traits[…]
According to Ayurveda, Agni is a form of digestive fire that enables the absorption of nutrients and the disposal of waste from our bodies. In Ayurveda it is thought that indigestion leads to physical disease and the key to good health lies in the proper functioning of Agni. When Agni is weak our digestion suffers[…]
OUR CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN FOR THE UNITY CENTRE; YOGA, WELLBEING & THE ARTS IS LIVE!
Uncategorised Apr 25, 2018
We are less than a week into our crowdfunding campaign for Unity Centre Lewes; Yoga, Wellbeing and The Arts and it’s a very positive start! Firstly, a huge thank you to all our wonderful supporters! We’re well into our campaign, having raised more than 5% of the funds already. We also had a successful and[…]
NAME: Helen Thatcher CLASS(ES) TAUGHT & A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF WHAT YOU TEACH: I am a warm & welcoming Vital Development Dance Facilitator who has been running successful groups and creating a vibrant dancing community in Sussex for over eight years. I am skilled in creating safe, inspiring spaces where participants feel they can release[…]
Meditation has proven health benefits and has been shown to reduce addictive behaviour and improve your relationship with yourself and others. Many of us struggle to find the time or motivation to meditate, but this need not be the case. It can be done any time and anywhere. FOCUS ON YOUR BREATH The moment you[…]
In this busy day and age how do we find time to connect with our partner? And once we’ve found the time, what do we do? There are no role models for conscious relating, and no guides for building intimacy. Its all to do with giving the relationship space. Space to allow each partner to[…]
NAME: Sophie Higgins CLASS(ES) TAUGHT & A BRIEF EXPLANATION OF WHAT YOU TEACH: Vinyasa Flow, Wednesdays, 12:30-1:30 (starting from Wednesday 16th May). I teach alignment based vinyasa flow classes, with a slow and strong emphasis. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN TEACHING AND HOW DID YOU GET STARTED?: I have been teaching for 5 years, and[…]