What Is Yoga
The word Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit language & means to unite or harmonize. In other words Yoga means working towards a level where the activities of the mind and body function together harmoniously!
Yoga is a system of heath maintenance that is long lasting & cultivates a sense of happiness and fulfillment. It achieves this by teaching us to tap into inner energy reserves & generate health and happiness from within.
Yoga enhances the health & youthfulness of the body & clarity of the mind. Thus regular practice can help to counter general physical decline from aging, poor habits, & the accumulation of excess tension.
The Benefits Of Yoga
~Wellbeing & Happiness~
Taking the time to be with your body, still your mind. Controlled deep breathing helps to calm the nervous system & relax the body & mind!
~Enhanced Body Awareness~
Yoga means becoming more familiar with your body (inner & outer landscape), as the different Yoga postures or poses are designed to benefit the anatomical structure, system and organs in the body.
This process on learning how to assist the body in its healthy functioning can be empowering. It teaches the student how to make changes in the body, mind & emotional state & therefore take control of their life and health (physically, mentally, emotionally & spiritually)!
~Fitness & Flexibility~
Regular Yoga practice like any form of physical practice, can speed up the metabolism resulting in weight loss!
Using the body as resistance builds lean strong muscles & stretching results in increased flexibility and injury prevention!
~Stress Relief & Prevention~
Life today is fast paced, competitive & stressful. When the demands placed upon us greatly exceed our habitual levels of performance or coping (whether they are physical, emotional or mental), we suffer discomfort & strain the body's defenses become over worked & exhausted. Side effects include frustration, muscular tension (resulting in back problems), depression, anxiety, shortness of breath & problems in concentration. Yoga works to free the body from these symptoms of stress. Yoga uses flexibility exercises that are helpful in preventing or alleviating muscular tension. Controlled deep breathing helps to counter shortness or irregularity of breath. Meditation enhances patience & clarity of mind & improves the ability to cope with stress!
Taken from the " The Yoga Handbook " by Noa Belling
~ More Health Benefits of Yoga~
- Joint range of motion improves
- Posture improves
- Strengthens spine
- Eases back pain
- Sleep improves
- Prevents osteoporosis
- Increase in energy level
- Immunity increases
- Balance improves
- Improved concentration
- Decreases cholesterol & blood sugar level
- Inspires healthy eating & lifestyle choices
- Helps depression & Anxiety
My classes
My focus is to have a class that is
welcoming & knowledgeable.
Small class sizes insure that students get
the personal time they need.
You will find my classes challenging yet nurturing.
I include introductory meditation & guided relaxation (Savasana) in each class.
For more class info on specific classes see my
Schedule or Class Styles page
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Private Sessions
It's all about you!
Booking a private Yoga session the ultimate Yoga experience!
In private session the program is designed exclusively with your needs and goals in mind!
For more details or to book your first session don't hesitate to call me
403.614.7282
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Testimonials
" Relaxed, nurturing & fun, Nyk
truly cares
for her students, whether she is explaining proper alignment
for Warrior 2 or cheering
you on in your first headstand.
Her
small class sizes give each student
the attention needed to improve.
Her one-on-one
sessions take her
caring for her students to one more level
as she customizes lessons
to your goals & flexibility"
Miranda Bridgewater
"Nyk's
respect and love for teaching are obvious, she truly cares about her
students experience & growth.
She is always there for her
students, with advice, guidance, information & a smile.
Her guided meditations are
the reason I can sleep at night.
Finally, I know how to stop the
chatter in my head & relax."
M. Hilbig
" I wanted to take this opportunity to
thank you for such a wonderful
re-introduction to Yoga.
Everyone at some point or another I believe, comes to a point in their lives for personal growth. I am having one such experience
this year & the reconnection to
my body & mind with your guidance has
been very beneficial & healing.
I look forward to continuing my lessons
with you. You are professional & inspiring!"
Andy Moar
"I cannot say enough about Nyk & her ability to guide her students, novice & experienced, into the world of Yoga.
There is no end to the benefits that I experienced attending Nyk's class.
My lower back pain-blissfully gone! Years of shoulder stiffness-eased!
Sore & tired feet-soothed!
All replaced with a renewed sense of energy, flexibility& clam.
That coupled with the weight loss
that I realized, has ensured that I am a Yoga fan now in the future & forever!
Thank you Nyk & Namaste"
Cindy Good
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