What YOGA CAN DO FOR YOU

Yoga can be one possible way to tune into yourself, your body, your mind, maybe even your soul and divinity. When we first start our yoga practice, we might notice most easily the effects on the physical plane, enhancing our flexibility, strength and endurance. Later on, we might notice, that we feel more energetic coming out of a yoga practice, and maybe the mind is a bit quieter. Or we feel very much connected with our own being, with a sense of connectedness to everything around us. There are so many layers that yoga can impact. And the most beautiful thing is, that we don't have to understand any of that mentally, we just start the journey and experience the effects along the way.

 

Yoga Therapy

Bringing all layers of your being into alignment 

Yoga therapy

Yoga therapy is an integral approach to support the process of going through certain dis-eases and dis-comforts in the body. Yoga defines 5 different layers of our body, the so-called 5 koshas (5 bodies), which encompass the physical body, the energetical body, the mental body, the wisdom body and the bliss body. In yoga therapy it is believed that dis-eases or dis-comforts that express in the physical body (in case of stress-borne diseases) originate in the energetical body as blockages in our energetic field. This energetical blockages transfer into our mental body and from the mental body into the physical body. If then, in a therapy, we only address the physical body and leave out the work on the other layers, the possibility is that these diseases, can't be solved, or they resurface after a while.

In a yoga therapy session, we address all 5 layers. We work with specific asanas (poses) that are adapted to what is available to you in that moment to work on the physical body; we incorporate pranayama (breathwork) to clear the energetical body and meditation to work on the mental body. And in a conversation, we might gain a greater comprehension of where the stagnation may originate from (wisdom body) and how we can further gain greater harmony in your being (bliss body). 

A session lasts in between 75-90 minutes, the costs of which are 60 euros.

Vinyasa yoga

Inviting the flow back into body & mind

VINYASA Yoga

Flowing on the rhythm of our breath, this style of yoga leaves us energized and uplifted and at the same time with a calm mind.

The classes are attuned to the cycles of the year, month and day and encompass themes that help us to get to know ourselves better, may it be on the physical or mental plane or listening to our heart's desires. Adapted to the needs of the ones that join, the flows are more gentle or dynamic in nature.

* There is also the option for a private class at your home alone or with your loved ones. A class will normally last in between 60-75 minutes, the costs of which are a minimum of 40 euros. If more than 4 people are present, I ask for a contribution of 10 euros per person. Also, if your home is on a far distance, the price may rise.

Yin yoga

Moving into sweet surrender

Yin yoga 

This style of yoga invites us to stay longer times in each pose, giving our body and mind the time to dive deeper into the experience.

It is an invitation to deeply surrender and go within, to embrace what is there and experience softening as the resistance leaves our being.

 

* Currently there are no regular Yin Yoga classes, however there is the option for a private class at your home alone or with your loved ones.

A class will normally last in between 60-75 minutes, the costs of which are a minimum of 40 euros. If more than 4 people are present, I ask for a contribution of 10 euros per person. Also, if your home is on a far distance, the price may rise.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Which level do I choose?

All classes you can join if you haven't done yoga before, or if you feel very stiff. Within a few weeks you already will feel a big difference in your body and mind. Choose the class, location & time according to what fits your schedule.

I can't commit to be there every week, is that a problem?

You join whenever it feels right for you; there is no commitment to be present every week. You pay per attended class. (Only to get the member price at the museum, you become a member of the Algarve Costume Museum for a year, the cost of which is 25 euros).

How regular do I have to practice yoga to see big changes in my body and mind?

Generally, one says that doing a physical practice (e.g. a yoga asana practice) once a week, keeps your level of fitness on a stable level. To see considerable improvements in your body, flexibility and mind, it needs a bit more frequent practice e.g. twice a week.

Reviews:

“For anybody looking for a yoga class, beginners intermediates or seasoned practitioners i would wholeheartedly recommend Judith. I have found her sensitive to individuals and easy in her approach to all who attend her class. I can't recommend her highly enough.”

Pete

“Sometimes mysterious but always a physical & sensorial journey. Gentle, firm & healing.”

Noé

"We have been attending Judith's yoga classes for over 2 years. We were beginners when we started. Through the classes we have learnt so much about our bodies and what we need to do to ensure optimal physical flexibility as we age. Through her warm and caring personality Judith creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. Because of this the class nurtures our emotional and spiritual well-being as well as our physical flexibility. We highly recommend Judith's yoga classes and her fabulous massages.

Nick and Andrew"