Isle of Man Yoga Network

27/06/2025

A lovely day coming up with Ruth White - spaces are nearly all booked only a handful left. Use the link below to book your place.

https://iomyn.co.uk/booking-form/

22/06/2025

Hapoy Summer solstice - yoga on rhe beach on the isle of Man 🙂

21/06/2025

Summer Solstace is here and its summer "officially" - IOM Yoga Network wishes everyone a wonderful summer....

Meditation and Yoga go together like chalk and cheese, bread and butter, peanut butter and banana jelly.....

Are you a beginner in meditation? Well on this 21st of the month celebrating 21 years of IOM Yoga here is an article that will get you started.

Meditation can seem daunting. Sitting for hours with a blank mind seems impossible, right? How would you know where to start?

21/05/2025

POSE FOR THE MAY MONTH

Continuing the Network's 21st celebration, this is a different pose of the month. The pose is internal and it is the breath. Here is a link to one of the best breathing exercises to be found on the wibbly wobbly web by the twin of "pranayama", "Qi"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faCUU9nYBDc

AND SOME new words for breathing - say them out loud.

"Kap" (breathing in)

"Fu" (breathing out)

"Piai" (holding the breath)

"Shui" (letting the breath flow out spontaneously)

"Jeng" (quietening the breath)

"Hot" (exploding the breath)

"Fong" (releasing the breath)

Do you know words for the various breath in "Qi" ?

Here they are, try saying them out loud!

"Kap" (breathing in)

"Fu" (breathing out)

"Piai" (holding the breath)

"Shui" (letting the breath flow out spontaneously)

"Jeng" (quietening the breath)

"Hot" (exploding the breath)

"Fong" (releasing the breath)

Instructions on Qi Gong Breathing combined with a few simple and effective movements to calm body and mind. This Qi Gong practice involves breathing, intenti...

12/05/2025

06/05/2025

Sounds much to join in and learn on this years mindful Mann Festival x

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21/04/2025

Our pose for 21st April to continue the celebrations of 21 years of IOM Yoga Network is courtesy of Annie Anderson

VIPARITA KARANI - REVIVE REJUVENATE YOUR BODY

There are two ways to practice Viparita Karani: Using props as a supported pose, or without props. Both options will provide the same benefits, but the supported version may be more relaxing for some people. Both versions require a wall or sturdy door upon which you can rest your legs.
1. If you are practicing the supported version, set a bolster or firm, long pillow on the floor against the wall.
2. Begin the pose by sitting with your left side against the wall. Your lower back should rest against the bolster, if you’re using one.
3. Gently turn your body to the left and bring your legs up onto the wall. If you are using a bolster, shift your lower back onto the bolster before bringing your legs up the wall. Use your hands for balance as you shift your weight.
4. Lower your back to the floor and lie down. Rest your shoulders and head on the floor.
5. Shift your weight from side-to-side and scoot your buttocks close to the wall. Let your arms rest open at your sides, palms facing up. If you’re using a bolster, your lower back should now be fully supported by it.
6. Let the heads of your thigh bones (the part of the bone that connects in the hip socket) release and relax, dropping toward the back of your pelvis.
7. Close your eyes. Hold for 5-10 minutes, breathing with awareness.
8. To release, slowly push yourself away from the wall and slide your legs down to the right side. Use your hands to help press yourself back up into a seated position.

MODIFICATIONS AND VARIATIONS

Viparita Karani can provide a multitude of benefits to your mind, body, and
spirit when practiced regularly. It’s important, though, to feel comfortable and
relaxed throughout the duration of the pose. Be sure to make whatever
changes you need to reduce discomfort when practicing it. Here are a few suggestions:

It’s not necessary for your sit bones to touch the wall. However, you should be in a position where you can release the need to “hold up” your thigh bones. Those with more flexible bodies can use a higher support or move closer to the wall; those with stiffer bodies should try a lower support or move further away from the wall. Try various heights of support and placements against the wall to determine the most comfortable and supported position for your body.

For greater support under your neck, place a small, rolled towel beneath the back of your neck.

For an added stretch to your thighs, hips, and groins, spread your legs wide into a “V” shape.

For a deeper release to your groins and hips, bend your knees and place the soles of your feet together. Let the outer edges of your feet slide down the wall, bringing your heels in toward your

04/04/2025

This really made my 15 mins just now😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🙃🙃😉

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1221990562626528&set=a.368580401300886

22/03/2025

look what aunty acid has dusted up today 😂🤣🙃😱🤠

07/01/2024

New Year - new opportunities!
Want to learn Mindfulness Meditation?
Physical, mental and emotional benefits, including better sleep and reduced stress and anxiety.
I'm running an introductory four mid-week, one-hour sessions, starting Wed, Jan 10th at the Yoga Studio, Ramsey 10.30 - 11.30am.
Simple and affordable.
Contact me to book a place.
Sue 490054