Alex Barrett Yoga

14/06/2023

I've been taking a bit of a break from yoga since Christmas to focus on my 'normal' job and give myself a bit of a rest...

However! I always answer the call when these incredible woman from the British army volleyball squad ask me for a session! It was a delight to head over to the Garrison last week and take them through a slow, steady, relaxing class after some intense training, setting up their mind and body before the crown championship at the weekend and generally having a bit of a laugh in the process!

I'm super delighted to say they won!!! 🏐💪 Go on ladies! 🙌

Many congratulationsto the Army Volleyball Women"s team

The Army Women have had a very successful 2023 season!!!

Now sitting as 2023 Inter Service champions as well as Crown Service Champions 🏆

Showcasing the hard work and commitment from everyone involved both on and of the court.

Well done all 👏

21/11/2022

The second of my 3 candlelight classes is on 8th December and will be just as magical as the first.

In India, it is traditionally believed that the full moon affects the movement and flow of water in creation. Buddhists believe it is a time for spiritual reflection. The full moon is also thought to bring on swings in the mind and the emotions, hence the term “lunatic.”

In this universe, every object has an impact on the other. The full moon as well as the new moon are thought to have an effect on the body and mind to some extent. But practicing pranayama, yoga and meditation can help counter these effects.

This nourishing class takes relaxation to a new level as we move with the full moon that will light the sky on the 8th December. Join me for an hour to switch off and escape from the daily grind and move our bodies to the moon whilst bathed in candlelight.

We'll begin with a deep breathing meditation giving thanks to the moon.

“Full moon meditation is very well known. The moon is also very connected to spiritual practices. You can say that these meditations are more compelling.”
- Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

We'll move on to a 35 to 40 minute calming deep stretch where we'll flow peacefully whilst bathed in moonlight and candlelight.

We'll end on a deeply relaxing yoga nidra meditation, after which you'll float home to a blissful nights sleep.

This is perfect for any level, from beginner upwards - the main goal is relaxation.

Drop me a message or email Alexbarrettyoga@gmail.com if you have any questions

Or book at alexbarrettyoga.com

03/10/2022

My limited candlelight classes are a chance to relax, get a good night's sleep, combat anxiety, depression or stress and give the body a wonderful deep stretch bathed in the gentle glow of candlelight 😌 yoga has eased my own anxiety and past traumas and it's a tool that you can go back to when you need it. Candlelight takes this to an even deeper level.

3 to choose from the first on Thursday November 10th, 7pm at Tongham Village Hall. In this class you'll connect to your breath holding a crystal, settling the body and starting to relax, you'll also be able to take the crystal home with you, we'll gently move the body bathed in candlelight, finally you'll lay back and listen to my voice as I help melt away any final tensions in the body and mind with a yoga nidra meditation 🙌

£15 or if you'd like to attend all 3 candlelight classes get £5 off when you purchase the 3 class pack.

All info on classes below, beginners are welcomed and encouraged, particularly for the candlelight classes where the goal is acceptance of ourselves as we are and deep rest and rejuvenation, if you've been nervous to try yoga, my classes are warm and welcoming ❤️

Find out more on my website alexbarrettyoga.com or email or dm me if you'd like to chat 😊 alexbarrettyoga@gmail.com

15/09/2022

Some deeply restorative and relaxing classes coming this winter.

Join me for my Candlelight Series. Book in for the one that most calls to you or join me for all three and get £5 off.

In all three classes you will move whilst bathed in the beautiful calming glow of candlelight. Proven to take your practice to an even deeper level of relaxation.

Three variations, crystals, in which we will use a crystal to anchor ourself during our meditations on November 8th, in the next class we will connect to the full moon which will be in the sky on 8th December and then lastly we'll set our intentions for new beginnings with the new moon which will be in the sky on 23rd December. All will be accompanied by lots of magical candles and a deeply relaxing playlist.

These classes are suitable for all abilities from beginner up to advanced, as the aim of these classes is to find deep relaxation.

Please contact me at alexbarrettyoga@gmail.com to book or visit alexbarrettyoga.com

14/09/2022

Absolute pleasure to teach some of wonderful clients last night!

Some were trying yoga for the very first time! Everyone was so strong... Must be those sessions with Hannah!

Check her out if you are looking for a great local PT, so lovely she booked this session for her clients too!

If you are looking for a one off class for friends, family, sports teams or office teams drop me a line ❤️

13/09/2022

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24/08/2022

LATE SUMMER

21st August - 20th October

🌻An important transitional time, late summer is a time to re-centre and create balance and stability. We are preparing for the cooler months ahead.

🌻In our yoga practice we return to ourselves, reestablishing our centres after a busy summer.

🌻We focus on connecting to the earth and rooting down, through balancing postures.

🌻We will create clear thinking and a clear mind, and nourish our bodies through our practice.

🌻We practice postures that give us stability, strength and focus and use side bends and forward folds that allow us to surrender to the earth

22/06/2022

My beautiful class rolling out those mats and moving despite the heat! ❤️💪

14/06/2022

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06/06/2022

🧘‍♀️ 🧘‍♂️ Two spaces left for this Saturday 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️

Are you interested in attending a mini retreat in your local area this Saturday?

Discover all the activities offered at the TONGHAM VILLAGE HALL with an afternoon of wellness.

❤️Sample four different sessions: Pilates, Yoga Vinyasa, Yoga Slow Flow for Summer followed Yoga Yin and Nidra.

☀️Each session will follow with a short break to chat to other members of the local community and for refreshments.

2pm Start

Contact: Emilie Proment: Emilie.proment@gmail.com

06/06/2022

I began to take part in regular yoga classes after experiencing anxiety and stress brought about by loss, and it changed how I manage stress and I frequently use it to guide myself out of dark days. ..everyone experiences these things, even zen yoga teachers!

I then decided to learn to teach so I can share this with others and hopefully help others on their own quest for relaxation.

If you have ever felt like you'd like to give yoga a try but have felt too nervous about not being 'bendy' enough or 'fit' enough! (Ps you don't need to be either!) or not very sure what it's all about, then you might be interested in my posture workshop.

Thursday 23rd June 6pm until 8pm Tongham Village Hall. £20 each, refreshments included.

In this workshop I'll tell you a little bit about yoga and what is all about, we'll then go through some yoga postures looking specifically at summer postures, as a seasonal teacher I focus on moving with the seasons energy. I'll be able to help find comfort and strength in postures, adapt to make them work for you and you'll be able to ask me lots of questions. It will also be a lovely group where we can relax, laugh and enjoy playing with postures together. We'll end on a deep nidra relaxation so you can float home to normality! It's a great place to meet people.. My weekly class all met by attending and now have coffee meet ups regularly ❤️

I also teach Wednesdays 7pm-8pm Tongham Village Hall £8 per class and beginners are very welcome 🙏

If you'd like to book visit alexbarrettyoga.com or you can email me directly if you have any more questions at Alexbarrettyoga@gmail.com

19/05/2022

Today I had the absolute pleasure of teaching the ladies army volleyball team before they head off for a major comp in Sheffield tomorrow!

They were a delight! we laughed, some groaned 😂 and some snored in the yoga nidra meditation at the end! We aimed for relaxation and relaxation we got!

It's been a hardcore training week for these women and I was tasked with resetting, regrounding and relaxing them before heading off to kick some ass!

Good luck ladies you've got this! 💪