Beginner Classes
Are open to all.
In these classes Warm-ups (joint rotations), Squats, Basic stances & seats (Asana), Seated Conclusion & Finishing practises are introduced.
Level One Classes
Are open to those who have done at least 8 Beginners classes or have similar experience.
The first & second prelude are introduced in these classes.
Level Two Classes
Are open to those who have done at least a year of Level One classes, or have similar experience, and have a good grounding with the first & second prelude.
The third prelude is introduced in these classes.
Self Practice Classes
Are open to those who have done at least 6 months of Level One classes or have similar experience, and are familiar with first & second prelude.
General Led Classes
Are open to those who have practised Shadow Yoga for 2 years or have similar experience, and are familiar with all three preludes.
Led Ashtanga 1/2 Primary Series Classes
*All levels
*All classes include a warm-up of Sun Salutations (from standing), Standing Poses, a series of Seated Poses (generally Half Primary/to Navasana), Backbending and a Finishing Sequence.
*Classes differ slightly as below, adapting to suit time of day and length of class.
-Early Morning (6:15-7:45am) –90 minute class.
This class also includes, Full Uddiyana Bandha practice before Salutations. Backbends and Inversions are in a workshop style catering to all levels.
-Morning (8:00-9:15am) -75 minute class.
This class has simple, short Backbending and Inversion sequences.
-Evening 5:30-6:45pm and 7:15-8:30pm -75 minute classes.
These classes include additional Seated Poses (beyond Half Primary depending on the group), low key backbends, no inversions.
Ashtanga & Vinyasa Krama Assisted Self Practice Classes
All levels – Glide time start classes in 90-120 minute time frame.
In this style of class students can work at their own pace and rhythm with personalised assistance.
Ashtanga (Primary & Intermediate Series), & Vinyasa Krama (Moon & Lion Sequences) are supported in these classes, or individual therapeutic practices that have been created in 1:1 sessions with Martina.
Essentially a One to One session in a group setting, each individual works through their own practice, in their own time with the teacher giving individual help.
Being a boutique studio, these classes are small so students receive plenty of personalised attention.
It’s a great way to practice, in a yoga specific space with the motivating, focused atmosphere of others practicing with you, yet still maintaining a very individual, personal, internal practice.