Nadi Shodhana Pranayama by Mariana Lourenço Nadi Shodhana Pranayama or Alternate Nostril Breathing is one of the most common and effective pranayama techniques. It can help with several respiratory disorders such as asthma, bronchitis, nasal allergy and it is also a great technique to reduce stress and anxiety as it calms the mind and…
Today we have a slight variation on the traditional Virabhadrasana Vinyasa (Warrior series flow), a special Braveheart Warrior flow from our friend, and very own Scottish Braveheart, Blair. This is a really good sequence to adopt in your own Vinyasa practice, helping to cultivate awareness of the strength inside your body whilst moving gracefully through…
Our friend and yoga instructor, Sam @great__yogi , has shared this powerful flow which incorporates animal style movements which encourage core stability, strength and improves flexibility and mobility. Join Sam and get you sweat on in this short, 25 minute practice.
Introducing Bao, the newest member of the Island Yoga family! Meet Bao! Bao is an advanced yoga teacher from originally from Taiwan, currently living and teaching in Shanghai. Bao has been teaching yoga for more than 10 years and is a yoga alliance certified E-RYT 500 yoga teacher and a professional yoga trainer with over…
While wholeness can be achieved on your own, adding a partner to your yoga practice can unlock a whole new world of asanas. If you’re at home with a friend or partner and are curious about complementing your practice, Mariana (@marianaloub) and Marcelo (@marceloholistico) from our ‘Quaranteam’ at Island Yoga have provided some partnered moves…
The pivotal Pranayama practice of alternate nostril breathing is an accessible and effective way of getting into a state of balance. Mariana, a certified yoga teacher and member of our ‘Quaranteam,’ takes you step-by-step through the practice of Nadi Shodhana. Take yourself on a journey into a deep state of peace.
Ever wondered what life would be like at our Island Yoga retreat? In this short video you can get a glimpse of what life is like in our yoga paradise on Koh Yao Noi, Thailand.
Island Yoga’s founder, David Sharpe, guides you through a short meditation sequence in this video, giving tips on pranayama using the mantra: ‘Wa Hey Guru’. Practice along at home to help deepen your personal meditation practice!
Combining principles from Indian Yoga and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Thai Massage is well-known as a highly effective therapy for easing common aches and pains. In this workshop, learn how to give a traditional one hour Thai Massage; learning the essential techniques of acupressure and assisted stretching. Our facilitator, Lee, is a certified and experienced practitioner…
Betty Yan is one of Island Yoga’s core instructors and she runs weekly laughter yoga workshops. Born and raised in Inner Mongolia, Betty is the latest addition to the Island Yoga team. With her ever open heart and captivating smile, she is much loved by students and staff alike.She received a degree in fashion design…
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Read More Today we have a slight variation on the traditional Virabhadrasana Vinyasa (Warrior series flow), a special Braveheart Warrior flow from our friend, and very own Scottish Braveheart, Blair. This is…
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Our friend and yoga instructor, Sam @great__yogi , has shared this powerful flow which incorporates animal style movements which encourage core stability, strength and improves flexibility and mobility. Join Sam…
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