Hatha Yoga For All
A blend of classic postures, deep stretching and calming breathwork to relax the body and de-stress the mind. Classes build endurance, flexibility, stability, and concentration, with a luxurious rest at the end (called Savasana).

Teacher : Lily
Weaving classical Hatha yoga and modern systems that focus on alignment, hatha vinyasa in its gentler form, soft pauses and stillness; blending movement and calm create balance in both body and mind to promote physical and mental wellbeing.

Suitable for All | Energising

Beginners Yoga Course (5wks)
Bring some much needed balance to your busy everyday life, find a calmer, more focussed you by taking your first steps onto a yoga mat. On this course you will be introduced to fundamental yoga poses, concentrating on healthy alignment and establishing a deeper awareness of your body through breath, movement and focus. We will build the practice week-by-week and also introduce meditation and relaxation techniques to cultivate a feeling of calm and the ability to better deal with stress.

Boost your health, immunity and wellbeing, help yourself stay in shape, and simply have a little ‘me’ time; We look forward to welcoming you to our 6-week, fun, relaxing and de-stressing Yoga for Beginners course with David at Oxley Park Community Centre.

Gentle Yoga & Yin For All
Slower, mindful and meditative gentle flowing movement – blending Gentle Yoga Flow, with elements of Yin and Restorative practices. Find space with mindful breathing or meditation to bring our focus inward.

Teacher: Lily
Blending Gentle Yoga with Yin Yoga practices to bring our focus inward and set the mood for peacefulness to end a busy day. Simply slow down and tune into your body and breath.

Suitable for All | Gentle Pace

What is Yin Yoga?
• Yin yoga uses passively held poses, typically for 3 to 5 minutes, to stimulate, align and unblock the bodies myofascial meridian energy pathways restoring Qi energy (prana) and calming the nervous system; bringing the mind, body and spirit back in to balance.
• Becoming still in a pose and staying for a while creates space, allowing sensations and often unconscious emotions to surface and release from your system. This way you clear the mind without getting caught up in the stories of those emotions.
• Yin yoga is especially for you if your energy levels are feeling depleted or you if are over-stimulated with your mind overactive or your energy levels erratic.

🎥 Slow Flow Yoga – LIVESTREAM
All levels Slow Flow class combining breath and movement to postures and sequences. Options will be given for modifications in order for students of all levels to practice according to their own ability.

Teacher : David
Based in Hatha yoga roots, whilst embracing and exploring modern yoga’s styles and movement. David’s classes are active yet calming, he offers soft pauses, stillness and challenges throughout, to create balance for mind and body, as well as the spirit.

Suitable for All | Active

Our fun and health benefitting 5-week, Tai Chi Qigong Beginners Course. Gentle, relaxed, slow, smooth and consistent like flowing water or floating clouds, Tai Chi instills calmness in both body and mind.
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The practice of Yi Jin Jing (Muscle Tendon Change Classic) is believed to improve organ function and both physical and mental health and wellbeing – consisting of 12 exercises aimed at developing strong flexible muscles and tendons.
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Suitable for Complete Beginners, a practice for people of all ages and ability.

Tai Chi & Qigong For All
Tai Chi & Qigong are a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Described as meditation in motion, promoting serenity through gentle movements — connecting the mind and body.

Teacher : Lily
Suitable for less mobile bodies | Gently active | Fun


What is Tai Chi?

Tai Chi is a system based on the dynamic relationship between Yin and Yang. Sometimes called Tai Chi Chuan, it combines deep breathing and relaxation with flowing movements. Originally developed as a martial art in 13th-century China, Tai Chi is now practised around the world as a health-promoting exercise.



What is Qi Gong?

Qi Gong is an internal process that has external movements. Qi means ‘life force’, the energy that powers our body and spirit. Gong is the term meaning work or gather. Qi Gong together means a form of movement and mind using intention and mindfulness to guide Qi to make Qi flow and work beneficially.

Qi Gong is often referred to as the ‘internal’ portion of Tai Chi – Its physical expression is characterised by stationary movements that are repeated a certain number of times, such as three, six or nine times.

Practicing the same move over and over stimulates muscle, bone, heart, respiration and other functions in the body as shown through Qi Gong theory.

Tai Chi classes always include the concepts and theories, and usually movements of Qi Gong, but a Qi Gong practice won’t necessarily include Tai Chi.


What are the health benefits of Tai Chi & Qigong?

* It can help people to reduce stress, improve posture, balance and general mobility, also increase muscle strength in the legs.

* They can be practiced by almost anyone and in almost any situation. It is known as a ‘moving meditation’.

* They are a series of slow, gentle motions that are patterned after movements in nature.

* Through continued and dedicated practice – Tai Chi and Qigong offers many health benefits for the body, mind and spirit. Participants can see benefits after just a few sessions.

* Tai Chi & Qigong can also reduce the risk of falls among older adults; Improve mobility in the ankles, hips and knees in people with rheumatoid arthritis and benefits people with osteoporosis.

Based in Hatha yoga roots, whilst embracing and exploring modern yoga’s styles and movement. David’s classes are active yet calming, he offers soft pauses, stillness and challenges throughout, to create balance for mind and body, as well as the spirit.

Suitable for everyone | Active

Join us for our fun and health benefitting Tai Chi Qigong for All Class. Tai Chi is an exercise for people of all ages and abilities, offering a wide range of physical, mental and emotional benefits.

Although Tai Chi was initially developed as a martial art, it is more commonly used in the west for its health benefits. It is also often referred to as a form of ‘meditation in motion’ as it promotes a sense of inner peace and tranquility.

Qigong is a unique exercise for increasing energy levels and improving your health, assisting the development of muscle tone, good posture, and strengthening the immune system.

Integrating numerous physical postures and special breathing techniques, qigong heals the mind and body while preventing many health problems – you don’t need to be in top shape or the best of health to gain its benefits.

Our very popular Tai Chi Qigong for All is suitable for all, any ability and age.

🎥 Hatha Yoga For All – LIVESTREAM
A blend of classic postures, deep stretching and calming breathwork to relax the body and de-stress the mind. Classes build endurance, flexibility, stability, and concentration, with a luxurious rest at the end (called Savasana).

Teacher : Lily
Weaving classical Hatha yoga and modern systems that focus on alignment, hatha vinyasa in its gentler form, soft pauses and stillness; blending movement and calm create balance in both body and mind to promote physical and mental wellbeing.

Suitable for All | Energising

Join us for our fun and health benefitting new 5-week, Tai Chi & Qigong Beginners Course. It is gentle, relaxed, slow, smooth and consistent like flowing water or floating clouds, instilling calmness in both body and mind.
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The Five Animals Health Qigong is a wonderfully fun exercise for people of all ages. It improves both physical and mental health, wellbeing and your immunity system.
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Discover within you, the courage and strength of the Tiger, the serenity and poise of the Deer, the steadiness and solidity of the Bear, the nimbleness and dexterity of the Monkey, and the swiftness and grace of the Bird.
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Suitable for Beginners

Join us for our fun and health benefitting new 5-week, Tai Chi & Qigong Beginners Course. It is gentle, relaxed, slow, smooth and consistent like flowing water or floating clouds, instilling calmness in both body and mind.
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The Five Animals Health Qigong is a wonderfully fun exercise for people of all ages. It improves both physical and mental health, wellbeing and your immunity system.
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Discover within you, the courage and strength of the Tiger, the serenity and poise of the Deer, the steadiness and solidity of the Bear, the nimbleness and dexterity of the Monkey, and the swiftness and grace of the Bird.
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Suitable for Beginners