Yoga Classes with Katrina

KATRINA HAS RELOCATED TO PORT HEDLAND, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

** GENERAL YOGA CLASSES **
WEDNESDAY 6:15 - 7:30pm, ANDREW McLAUGHLIN COMMUNITY CENTRE

** PERSONALISED ONE-ON-ONE YOGA CLASSES**
SEE BELOW


Yoga, meaning 'union', is one of the oldest sciences of life, originating in ancient India thousands of years ago.  In the modern world today, you may be drawn to Yoga for many different reasons.  You may wish to keep your body fit, flexible and looking good.  You may be seeking relief from a specific complaint like backache or headaches.  You may want to reduce your stress levels or are simply looking to get more out of life.  For whatever reason you begin to practise Yoga, the benefits of establishing a regular practice are endless, and can be experienced in a very short time.

Taking the first step to try Yoga classes for the first time can be daunting.  You may think you need to be flexible to begin Yoga.  No... you can start as you are!  Katrina Smith offers Yoga classes in Port Hedland, Western Australia.  Katrina trained as a Yoga teacher in the UK in the Sivananda Yoga tradition - a complete holistic approach to promote physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.  Her Yoga classes are very welcoming, supportive, gentle and non-competitive, and aim to help you incorporate Yoga holistically into your daily life.  Classes, suitable for both beginners and general Yoga students, focus on the following principles of Yoga:

Exercise

Yoga postures work on all parts of the body - increasing flexibility and strength, building muscle tone, maintaining correct curvature of the spine, improving blood circulation, regulating the metabolism, massaging internal organs, and boosting the immune system.  The postures work on all the systems of the body simultaneously, exercising every muscle, nerve and gland, focusing first on the health of the spine.  A healthy spine is fundamental to the health of the whole body.  The spinal column is the root of the entire nervous system of the body.  Yoga exercises maintain the spine's flexibility and strength, ensuring all nerves of the body receive a proper supply of nutrients and oxygen.

Relaxation

Yoga gives techniques for deep relaxation to release tension in the muscles, rejuvenate the nervous system and still the mind.  Proper relaxation leads to attainment of inner peace and recharges the body's energy stores.

Breathing

Yogic breathing exercises teach us to use all parts of the lungs to increase our oxygen intake and to correct improper breathing habits.

Some of the other general rewards of Yoga are:

  • Increase range of movement of the body.
  • Enhance physical balance.
  • Heal injuries and illnesses.
  • Bring energy into the body (whereas other forms of physical exercise expel energy out of the body).
  • Normalise weight.
  • Regulate blood pressure.
  • Control and reduce stress.
  • Enhance confidence and self-esteem.
  • Improve concentration and focus.
  • Improve quality of sleep.
  • Encourage healthy lifestyle.
  • Enhance emotional well-being.
  • Develop patience and compassion with ourselves and others.

Yoga exercise can be compared to no other system of exercise in that it conditions and harmonises the entire being.  The effort to find the time to attend regular Yoga classes is worth it.  Put Yoga into practise to see the benefits for yourself.

What to wear & bring to Yoga classes:

Wear loose, comfortable clothing that will allow you to move freely.  Yoga is practiced bare-foot, without shoes or socks, so that you maintain good contact with the floor.  Avoid eating a heavy meal for at least two hours before your Yoga classes as Yoga should be practiced on an empty stomach.  Yoga mats are provided, however you may bring your own if you wish.  Please bring towel and water, and arrive 10 minutes early so that Katrina can get to know you.

Contact 0401 829 170 for Yoga class timetables and more information.

 

 

Kat Therapies - Personalised One-On-One Yoga

Katrina offers one-on-one private classes for Yoga therapy.  Personalised sessions allow Yoga techniques to be adapted to meet your needs as an individual.  We are all unique and every body is different.  We all have our 'trouble spots' or physical ailments that we may be susceptible to.  A program will be designed specifically for YOU!
 

 

Mobile service in Port Hedland area to the comfort, convenience & privacy of your home. 

You have 100% of teacher's time, ensuring rapid advancement. 

Private group Yoga classes can be taught for couples, friends, family & work-places. 

Specific conditions can be treated such as:

  • muscular tension
  • headaches
  • anxiety & depression
  • backache
  • insomnia
  • joint pain & stiffness
  • digestive & respiratory disorders
  • stress-related conditions
  • frozen shoulder
  • carpal tunnel
  • emotional tension.

To make an appointment for one-on-one Yoga classes, or to enquire about fees:

Phone:  0401 829 170
Email:  Contact Us