We have had another snap of very cold weather but I have been amazed at the dedication of our students who have turned up on the coldest, frostiest days and nights with such enthusiasm. Thank you.
It seems that we are desperate for our sangha, our yoga community, especially after the cruel periods of lockdown.
Lockdowns created isolation from our social and working worlds. The latest report from MIND states that:
“… Isolation and loneliness have made people’s mental health worse – with young people particularly badly affected. Similar can be said for older people especially those in care homes. The unintended consequences of removing activity, family and social interaction from the elderly may be more serious than the direct disease consequences of covid.”
Coming together to share our hearts and minds, is what makes us glad to be alive, whether it be yoga, our reading group or walking the dog with a friend.
Dr Kausthub Desikachar says in his latest viniyoga newsletter:
“… In a time when we are driven by a consumer culture where we tend to put products before people, it is a timely reminder that we need to change this and put people before products. Coming together to connect with our hearts and experience the authenticity and presence of each other is far more valuable than the hoarding of products in our closets…. It reminds me of why my father T.K.V Desikachar chose the title of his book, The HEART of Yoga…as it is indeed the heart connection that is the centre of life. A heart connection to those who matter to us, a heart connection to life and a heart connection to the divine.”
There are still a few places left on Dr Kauthub Desikachar’s 3 year Yoga Therapy Course starting here at The Dorchester Yoga and Therapy Centre on 16th March.
As ever, the details are below and in the calendar – please check it!
With best wishes from Sharon and all the teachers and therapists at Dorchester Yoga and Therapy Centre
New Class
We are very pleased to welcome Saira Francis to the Yoga centre. She has been teaching in Dorset for many years and we have finally found a slot for her to come and join us.
She will be teaching a Vinyasa class on Mondays 7:45 – 9:15pm. Please contact her if you would like to join her class.
Looking ahead to March
Sarah Burt is offering a short introduction to Iridology, with the view of running a longer course in the Autumn if there is enough interest. Iridology, the study of eyes to diagnose health, is a fascinating subject. And Sarah Burt, who has more than 20 years experience in this field as a naturopath, will have lots of useful tips to keep you healthy.
Workshops and Events: February
Breathing and Yoga Nidra with Sharon Cox-Button
- Friday 3rd 6.00 – 7.00pm N.B. Earlier time
- More about Breathing and Yoga Nidra
Free Yourself From Fear Yoga Workshop with Gong Sound Bath with Arianna Puran Udini
- Saturday 4th 9.30am – 12.30pm
- More about Free Yourself From Fear Yoga Workshop with Gong Sound Bath
Yoga Sutras with Sarah Ryan
- Saturday 4th 10.45am – 12.15pm
- More about Yoga Sutras
Iyengar Yoga with Cheree Low
- Saturday 4th 2.00 – 5.00pm
- More about Iyengar Yoga
Holistic Yoga with Duncan Hulin
- Saturday 11th 10.00am – 4.30pm
- More about Holistic Yoga
Saturday Soundbath with Bex Leonard
- Saturday 11th 5.30 – 6.45pm
- More about Saturday Soundbath
Drum and Chant with Magdalena Atkinson
- Friday 17th 6.30 – 8.30pm
- More about Drum and Chant
Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra with Sharon Cox-Button
- Sunday 19th 6.00 – 8.30pm
- More about Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra
Menopause Yoga Workshop with Kim Jones
- Saturday 25th 2.00 – 5.00pm
- More about Menopause Yoga Workshop
Shakti Dance with Magdalena Atkinson
- Sunday 26th 11.00am – 1.00pm
- More about Shakti Dance
Restorative Yoga For Deep Rest Tracey Boast
- Sunday 26th 3.00 – 5.00pm
- More about Restorative Yoga For Deep Rest