Sara Mayne

Sara Mayne Sara Mayne Natural Fitness offers:
- Qi Gong
- Restorative Yoga
- Somatic Movement
- Tai Chi
- Acupuncture
and more! Qi Gong, Yoga, Acupuncture and Tai Chi.

Dear Friends, We are now in the first month of Spring. I’m sitting looking out over the garden and the sun is shining. T...
11/02/2026

Dear Friends, We are now in the first month of Spring. I’m sitting looking out over the garden and the sun is shining. The light is stronger and birds are singing. With the sun tracking slightly higher across the sky I notice the sun is picking up the lighter greens of the new buds and fresh growth peeking through the slightly dull winter foliage.

Personally, I feel more energy after the nurture of winter time and beginning to start the projects that I’ve saved for the longer, warmer days. Now as the new growth arises, we can also begin planning projects and start the ball rolling.

This is the Yang Wood month and relates to the Gallbladder, a time for new grow, blossoming ideas and plans for the coming months. Like new growth try to be flexible and pliable. Don’t grow too fast as there may be a late frost. Try drawing up plans for the months ahead and what you want to achieve. On the flip side it is also good think about boundaries and how much time to offer the tasks that can become frustrating and overwhelming. When to say "Yes." and when to say "No!"

Take a little time every day to sit with nature and the ever-changing landscape. Reflect on your own internal landscape and its ever-changing qualities.

My very best wishes

Sara

Dear Friends, A little late this month however a happy new year to you all This month of January though still winter is ...
22/01/2026

Dear Friends,

A little late this month however a happy new year to you all

This month of January though still winter is and earth month, Yin earth. In the Taoist tradition every season of 3 months begins with a yang element month, followed by a yin element month and closing with an earth month. For winter November is represented by Yang Water, December by Yin Water and January by Yin Earth.
This “earth” period for every season brings a sense of underlying change, movement from one season to the next.

I was walking outside our home last week and saw the daffodil leave , a spring flower, beginning to emerge. The green shoots coming up about 6 inches above the grass. New growth is slowly coming up under the earth ready for the beginning of spring.

The ideas and excitement for the coming year are felt and they are popping up ready for us to grasp. Some will not flower and a few will. This time is to consolidate the path but still not to act. To prepare and wait for the right time.

Keep quiescent, stay rooted and sense the direction of change that can come in the spring time months. Keep to the fire and quiet just for a little longer and consolidate your energy.

I want, in this newsletter, to thank my teachers. Not all can be mentioned but the main influencers of my training are Alan Peck who taught T’ai Chi so softly, Teacher Hu, who taught with so much knowledge and laugher and now Master Wu, who imparts knowledge with wisdom and trust. Thank you.

I wish you all a wonderous 2026 and hope that we can connect in person very soon.

Sara

As the winter moves on come and join a class or two. if you are feeling a bit out of shape and want to begin a long term...
01/01/2026

As the winter moves on come and join a class or two. if you are feeling a bit out of shape and want to begin a long term practice that gently brings you back into balance then my classes are perfect for you.

Class are small so I can offer individual attention and a log fire for a cosy experience.

Dear Friends, We are now in the second month of winter, around 7th December to 7th January. The longest day is fast appr...
21/12/2025

Dear Friends, We are now in the second month of winter, around 7th December to 7th January. The longest day is fast approaching, 21st December. Light the lanterns to represent the returning light and enjoy a time of feasting, family and friends.

In the deep dark we may not look as though we are doing much but like the trees and plants we are quietly regenerating our wellbeing and letting the seeds of ideas and inspirations prepare for the germination in the coming months. If we over tax our ourselves in this time it could impact how the following months feel. Continue the quiet evenings and good wholesome hot food and drinks and be mindful of how tired you are feeling. Take enough time for yourself and recharge the batteries. Make the most of the dark evenings.

Qi Gong, meditation and restorative yoga are great ways to support ourselves through the seasons. The forms change depending on the time of year and the way we approach Qi Gong also changes. Sometimes we need to be soft and quiet, slow and very gentle and other times we have more power and want more speed, strength and length in the postures. Listening to how the yin and yang qualities change in a posture is part of the practice. The most yang would be open, long, strong, fast and the most yin would be slow, soft, quiet and more contained. A given posture or sequence can be one practiced in a way that feels right at the time by listening to your needs and inner feelings.

I wish you all a wonderful Solstice and mid-winter celebration before we look forward to the longer days ahead.

18/09/2021

My next course is next Saturday - 25th September.

Only a few spaces are now available.

I will have two sessions running (10am - 1pm or
2pm - 5pm) at Foxes Piece School in Marlow.

The cost is just £35 per half-day with discounts for block bookings combined with other courses.

Please message me for more details or to book.

A thought-provoking quote for you today..."Yoga is the fountain of youth.  You're only as young as your spine is flexibl...
16/09/2021

A thought-provoking quote for you today...

"Yoga is the fountain of youth. You're only as young as your spine is flexible." - Bob Harper

Come and explore this amazing, ancient practice of Qi Gong with me.The literal translation of qi gong is “energy work.” ...
08/09/2021

Come and explore this amazing, ancient practice of Qi Gong with me.

The literal translation of qi gong is “energy work.” It is an Asian form of yoga that has been around for thousands of years. Much of it is performed while standing, though there are a number of seated sets as well

On the 25th of September, I have two sessions running (10am - 1pm or
2pm - 5pm) at Foxes Piece School in Marlow.

The cost is just £35 per half-day with discounts for block bookings combined with other courses.

Please message me for more details or to book.

It is almost the end of August and Autumn is just around the corner.  For many of us it is time to readjust after being ...
30/08/2021

It is almost the end of August and Autumn is just around the corner. For many of us it is time to readjust after being on holiday and spending time with family.

Autumn is related to the metal time in the Chinese calendar and relates to the Lung and large intestine organ paring in Five Element theory.

It is a time for reflection, and letting go of "stuff" that no longer serves our best interests, physically and emotionally, and welcoming fresh ideas and concepts.

"Inner peace begins the moment you choose not to allow another person or event to control your emotions."- Kathryn Budig...
25/08/2021

"Inner peace begins the moment you choose not to allow another person or event to control your emotions."
- Kathryn Budig

Are you familiar with Qi Gong? The guiding principle is the coordination of the eyes with the body movements.It is all a...
24/08/2021

Are you familiar with Qi Gong? The guiding principle is the coordination of the eyes with the body movements.

It is all about mindful movement, slow, graceful, integrated sequences that help us find quiet within.

Come and explore this amazing, ancient practice and see for yourself on the 25th of September.

I will have two sessions running (10am - 1pm or
2pm - 5pm) at Foxes Piece School in Marlow.

The cost is just £35 per half-day with discounts for block bookings combined with other courses.

Please message me for more details or to book.

"Change only happens in the present moment.  The past is already done. The future is just energy and intention." - Kino ...
18/08/2021

"Change only happens in the present moment. The past is already done. The future is just energy and intention." - Kino MacGregor

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