We offer a variety of yoga classes to suit all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you're looking to relax and unwind, or get a vigorous workout, we have a class for you.
Give your body and mind the love it deserves!
What is Yoga?
Yoga is one of the most holistic forms of exercise with the purpose to build strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and body.
Why is it good for you?
There are both physical and mental benefits of practising yoga. Your body will be grateful as it increases flexibility, muscle strength and tone. It can help with weight reduction, while it improves cardio and circulatory health and makes you feel energised and vitalised.
Aside from the physical benefits, one of the best things about yoga is how it helps a person manage stress, which is known to have devastating effects on the body and mind. Science shows that yoga can be very effective in developing coping skills and reaching a more positive outlook on life.
Types of Yoga at RH Studios
Hatha
The Sanskrit word Hatha means “force.” Therefore, hatha yoga restores the balance of the body. This type of yoga works on the harmony between the chakras and energy points. The chakras are vortexes of energy or the points in our body where the energy lies concentrated. They are present in seven different locations in the body and connect to specific organs and glands.
Hatha yoga comprises many physical postures and positions that balance the body and mind. Different types of yoga by various schools and teachers have certain fundamental commonalities.
Research shows that Hatha yoga helps us destress, stay physically fit and agile. In addition, Hatha yoga purifies and heals our system. Also, sustained practice leads to weight loss and toned muscles.
Vinyasa
This form of yoga is also called “flow” yoga. The word “Vinyasa” has two parts, with Vi meaning variation and Nyasa meaning within prescribed limits.
Vinyasa yoga incorporates movement and breathing techniques. It creates a flow of postures with controlled breathing replicating the flow of life. For example, Vinyasa yogis initiate the flow with a child’s pose and terminate the flow with the death pose (the savasana). The transitions into each posture reflect the movement through life.
Meditation is a part of advanced vinyasa yoga practices, making the form more mindful.
Deep Stretch
Restore / Deep Stretch is an active stretching class that targets primary muscle groups surrounding the hips, hamstrings and upper back. Living in a forward facing, seated world, these areas tend to be tight for everyone. Tight muscles can cause imbalance and pull the body out of alignment. This class begins with warm-up movements to build heat and prepare the muscles for stretching. Most poses are done on the floor and held for 1-2 minutes. Holding poses for longer periods of time and focusing on breath gives the body time to fully relax and open.
