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Welcome to Fine Edge, where personalised private and group yoga sessions are tailored to your unique needs
Explore a variety of practices all designed to help you Find Your Fine Edge, including:
Vinyasa, Yin, Aerial, & Restorative Yin Aerial Yoga
Enhance your experience with crystal bowl sound healing, a holistic journey for your mind and body
Discover balance, strength, and serenity on your yoga path
Vinyasa Yoga
Vinyasa is a modern dynamic form of yoga that links movement and breath to attain balance in the mind and body.
From the Sanskrit word “to place in a special way,” vinyasa aligns a deliberate sequence of poses with the breath to achieve a continuous flow
How does it work?
Typically in a Vinyasa Yoga class, the breath is used to move mindfully.
Intergration of cultivating an intentional breath, then connecting that breath to movement, normally sequenced Sun Salutations. As the poses and sequences are taught and flowed through a couple of times, you can then drop into a state of moving meditation.
Longer poses are held towards the end of the session to prepare you for final rest & release of the practice in Savasana
Do you have to be flexible?
In yoga we use our bodies in order to tame the mind, by connecting mind to body, breath to movement.
Yoga can be modified to suit all shapes, levels of experience, abilities & injuries.
Its important to be honest and transparent about any injury or physical limitations so the optimal shapes can be found for you.
Wise yogi once said "Yoga is not about touching your toes, its what you learn on the way down".
What to wear
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to be able to focus on your breath and movement. No need for designer tights (unless of course they make you super happy getting into practice!)
What to avoid before & after your session
Generally, before any practice, avoid a heavy meal and any caffeine so the mind and body can be easily guided. After your session, take it slow.
Allow yourself the time & space, you've spent time dedicated to slowing down your nervous system, no need it rush to undo it.
Drink plenty of water to support your body
PLEASE NOTE
While yoga has gained popularity and science is providing evidence of its impact, it's important to note that it's not a substitute for traditional medical treatment and consult your doctor about the contraindications of the practice
Yin Yoga
While Vinyasa Yoga (yang) yoga focuses on your muscles, yin yoga targets your deep connective tissues, like your fascia, ligaments, and joints.
It’s slower and more meditative practice, giving you space to turn inward and tune into both your mind and the physical sensations of your body.
What happens during a yin yoga session?
A typical session of yin yoga will be mainly seated and supported by various props including blocks, bolsters, blankets, eye pillows.
You are guided into shapes that are held for 5mins at only your 60% stretch as we want the muscles to switch off and allow for nourishment and restoration of your connective tissues. Yoga philosophy & breath are guided towards the start, so you are held for a state for deep meditation towards the end of session
What to wear
Wear comfortable loose clothing, even pyjamas!
What to avoid before & after your session
Generally, before any practice, avoid a heavy meal and any caffeine so the mind and body can be easily guided into relaxation and focus on healing.
After your session, take it slow. Allow yourself the time & space to gently awaken. Drink plenty of water to support your body
PLEASE NOTE
While yoga has gained popularity and science is providing evidence of its impact, it's important to note that it's not a substitute for traditional medical treatment and consult your doctor about the contraindications of the practice
Aerial Yoga
Aerial yoga is a dynamic and innovative form of yoga that combines traditional yoga poses, strength, stretch & flow sequences with a hammock.
This unique form of yoga allows you to move into postures that may not ordinarily be able to achieve on the yoga mat. The hammock supports the body’s weight, allows for easier movement, and a greater range of motion all while having FUN!
What happens during an aerial yoga session?
Generally, in an aerial yoga session there will be an integration to land in class, connect mind to body before anything. We'll move onto some gentle stretch connecting breath to movement, then start to power into some strength. Sometimes we can work towards a peak pose (that is truly insta worthy!) or maybe a series of moves into a sequence. The session will slow down with deep, longer holds before finishing in your personal cocoon for floating savasana.
Wait... What! We go upside-down?
Yes, the biggest draw card for aerial yoga is the going upside down, but there is absolutely no pressure to go upside down particularly if your menstruating, have blood pressure issues or overcoming the fear!
Aerial inversions (going upside down) have amazing benefits for our mind & bodies:
- Every worry seems to drop straight out of your head when you go upside down
- Decompression of our spines; allowing the vertebrae to infuse like a sponge fresh nutrients (I've grown 2cm in my years of aerial practice!)
- Strengthens our heart, diaphragm and lungs as we breathe deeply with the weight of our internal organs place pressure while inverted
- Reverse of blood flow
- Confidence in as your practice strengthens
- A FUN way to exercise that doesn't feel like exercise!
Is Aerial Yoga right for me?
The biggest guidance for aerial yoga is to truly listen to your body.
Some people are born naturals for the practice, while some may require a few sessions to gain confidence, trust the hammock and feel good (the latter was definitely me!)
Some of the biggest hurdles that may occur in the beginning could include, motion sickness, grip stretch, hammock deep tissue massage into tight fascia and muscles. Practice really makes practice in aerial, and you can very quickly notice improvements with commitment. The main thing is to give yourself time and ENJOY the practice without being overly attached to the outcome. Aerial Yoga is a fun playful practice that really allows you to connect to your inner child and a humbling practice to remind us it's ok to laugh at ourselves!
What to wear
Long tights are preferable in aerial yoga as the friction of the fabric against bare skin can be uncomfortable
What to avoid before & after your session
Generally before any practice, avoid a heavy meal and any caffeine so the mind and body can be easily guided into relaxation and focus on healing (and you dont want to taste that pre-class coffee for a second time!)
After your session, take it slow. Drink plenty of water to support your body.
PLEASE NOTE
While aerial yoga has gained popularity and science is providing evidence of its impact, it's important to note that it's not a substitute for traditional medical treatment & to consult your doctor if you're unsure of the contraindications of the practice
Aerial Yin Yoga
While Vinyasa Yoga (yang) yoga focuses on your muscles, yin yoga targets your deep connective tissues, like your fascia, ligaments, and joints.
It’s slower and more meditative practice, giving you space to turn inward and tune into both your mind and the physical sensations of your body.
Aerial Yin Yoga uses the hammock as another prop to deepen your experience
What happens during an aerial yin yoga session?
The aerial hammock is lowered to only 20cm off the floor.
You are guided into a shapes that are held for 5mins at only your 60% stretch as we want the muscles to switch off and allow for nourishment and restoration of your connective tissues. Yoga philosophy & breath are guided towards the start, so you are held for a state for deep meditation towards the end of session.
Aerial inversions are modified where your body is supported by the earth as well as the hammock and other supporting props such as bolsters and blocks
What to wear
Wear comfortable loose clothing, even pyjamas!
What to avoid before & after your session
Generally before any practice, avoid a heavy meal and any caffeine so the mind and body can be easily guided into relaxation and focus on healing.
After your session, take it slow. Allow yourself the time & space to gently awaken. Drink plenty of water to support your body
PLEASE NOTE
While yoga has gained popularity and science is providing evidence of its impact, it's important to note that it's not a substitute for traditional medical treatment and consult your doctor about the contraindications of the practice
Sound Healing
Sound Healing is a holistic therapy that uses sound vibrations to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. It's based on the belief that sound can have a profound impact on our physical, emotional, and mental health.
How does it work?
Sound healing is believed to work in several ways
Resonance: Sound vibrations can resonate with the body's cells and energy centers, promoting harmony and balance
Relaxation: The soothing sounds and vibrations can induce a deep state of relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety by harmonizing the brain waves into Delta Waves of detached awareness
Emotional Healing: Sound therapy is thought to help release emotional blockages and promote emotional healing
What instruments are used during the sound healing?
The Crystal Bowls are High Purity Quartz Crystal tuned to 432Hz, aligning with the body's natural vibrational frequency and more harmonious to our ears.
The full set of 9 bowls range from the Earth Star (Deep B3 Note), Root Chakra (C note), Sacral Chakra (D Note), Solar Plexus (E Note), Heart Chakra (F Note), Throat Chakra (G Note), Third Eye Chakra (A Note), Crown Chakra (B Note) & Soul Star (C5 Note).
Sometimes other instruments maybe used towards the end of a session to softly reawaken you, including the Crystal Pyramid, Chimes & Bells
What you may experience
While sound healing often creates a deep sense of relaxation, it can sometimes get pretty intense. You might find yourself feeling happy, angry, sad, or upset about the thoughts or memories that come up for you. It’s also totally fine to cry or express emotion during the session. Each session can bring about a different experience or journey, so hold no expectations and be open to receive and allow the sound of the bowls to wash over you
What to wear
Wear comfortable loose clothing, even pyjamas!
What to avoid before & after your session
Generally before any practice, avoid a heavy meal and any caffeine so the mind and body can be easily guided into relaxation and focus on healing.
After your session, take it slow. Allow yourself the time & space to gently awaken. Drink plenty of water to support your body
PLEASE NOTE
While sound healing has gained popularity and science is providing evidence of its impact, it's important to note that it's not a substitute for traditional medical treatment and consult your doctor about the contraindications of the practice
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