Svadyaya is the fourth niyama of Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga. ‘Sva’ means the Self and ‘Adyaya’ means lesson or reading; therefore, we bare witness to the Self through internal enquiry, meditation and yogic scriptures.
The journey of yoga is a deep dive into all aspects of the whole being: body, mind, heart and spirit. Svadyaya attunes us with the authentic Self, expanding our thoughts and hearts beyond limited perspectives, opening the sky of our highest potential. Read More…
The power of a thunder storm: the rolling roar of thunder, torrents of relentless rain, deep, dark clouds pierced by shafts of jagged, lightening daggers, An intense energy erupts from the sky, calling the angry clouds to gather; an explosion charged with uncontrollable, unstoppable power.
Yet, there is beauty, there is magic… Read More…
Our summer retreat took place in a beautiful location in the heart of the North Norfolk countryside, only a short distance from the stunning, heritage beaches of Holkham and Wells-next-to-Sea. Twenty-five yoginis, one vinyasa flow yoga teacher, one hostess with the mostest, one musician, one raw food vegetarian chef made for a magic yoga weekend away.
Yoga means union. The union of the body, mind and spirit; the individual soul with the universal soul; nature, prakriti with divinity, purusa. This year’s autumn equinox retreat created the space for people to experience this depth of union within, but also the union of friendship amongst our beautiful yoga community.
A new season, a new year, a new moon: a new beginning. These are beautiful opportunities to reflect on the flow of our lives; to celebrate the love, beauty and joy we experience; to consider the aspects of our lives and selves that we would love to enhance and expand.
Life is a journey of possibility, growth and evolution. Read More…
‘Stay Inspired’ was a teaching that I received at the end of a beautiful yoga class a few years ago, a message I hold close to my heart. We live in an exquisite world, blessed by natural beauty, colourful culture and humanity’s loving heart. We are truly blessed to be alive. Sometimes we are so absorbed in the intricacies of our lives that we miss the bigger picture, the inspirations, the teachings that are around us at every moment. Read More…
I have just returned from teaching a beautiful Vinyasa Flow Yoga Retreat for Sardinia Yoga. It really was a little piece of paradise.
The Grand Hotel in Porto Cervo is a unique, boutique, luxurious environment set in lawned, colourful gardens surrounded by stunning, natural beauty. The hotel is positioned on forested hill top, offering ocean views from the gardens, outdoor pool, jacuzzi, and relaxation areas. The deep, blue sky, the golden sun, the colour of nature enlivens and soothes your body and being.
The summer solstice is a celebration of life, light, happiness and abundance. We expressed this ancient, Celtic festival through a dance of breath and movement, a yoga tandava. This experience was enhanced by the ambient, Indian sounds of the sitar, played live by Finn Petcher and the soulful songs of April Rose Moodie. Read More…
Brooklands Barn, Arundel, West Sussex, 29 – 31 May 2015The journey of yoga creates a path for you to explore the beauty of your body, your breath, your being on the simplicity of a yoga mat. Momentarily, there is a shimmering glimpse, an insight into the loving, blissful, light that is your soul. These fleeting experiences lighten our hearts, yet we are quickly absorbed into the distractions of daily life.
"Heidi’s classes are uniquely empowering and her personalised, friendly approach always makes me feel supported and well cared for."
Jessica Burgess
"Thank you for your absolute brightness and devotion to other people's happiness."
Craig Dines
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