A series of non-intimidating workshops tailored for beginners and those who want to revisit the foundations of the Vinyasa Yoga practice. We will break down the fundamental concepts and principles of Vinyasa Yoga, Sun Salutations, and beginner-friendly arm balancing and inversions.
In each of these 2 hrs workshops, we take the time to analyze essential and most common Yoga poses, how to get into and out of them, and most importantly - how to tailor them to your body, individual constitution, and your practice.
Each session will start with a proper warm-up and end with a few yin poses and a soothing Savasana.
You will leave each workshop not only feeling stronger but also more confident and empowered the next time you join a group class!
This is perfect for you if you have recently started practicing, or if you have taken a break from the mat for whatever reason. It can serve as a perfect transition if you have started yoga online and now want to move to in-person classes!
An intro to… Sun Salutations
Sun Salutations – or Surya Namaskara – are generally considered to work as a warm-up for the body. Any vinyasa yoga class will start with a few Sun Salutations as they are a great tool to get us to move in synch with our own breath. They also help to focus our mind on the present moment and start building strength.
You can expect to dissect the Sun Salutations A & B, and study in detail anatomy and alignment for essential poses like Chaturanga Dandasana, Bhujangasana (cobra), Urdhva Mukha Svanasana (Upward Dog), Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Dog) and similar, as well as transitions between poses in the Sun Salutation. Learning this in detail will help you step confidently into a Vinyasa Yoga class with a strong understanding of how to tailor the Sun Salutations for your own body.
* Open for all, especially beginners.
Single workshop price: £30
Get the 50% discount: Book the first two workshops in the series, and get the last one at a 50% discount, for £15 only.
Cancellations: Please note that we are not able to offer refunds for workshop bookings. You can use the workshop credit for another workshop in the studio or class pass if you provide us with a 14 days notice before the start of a workshop.
Location: SOMA Yoga is nested in the garden of the Battersea Reach complex (SW181TA) inside the bbodance, on the first floor. You can arrive by train to Wandsworth Town station (6’ walk from the studio), by bus (Petergate or Bridgend Road stop, 2’ walk from the studio) or by Uber boat (Plantation Wharf Pier).
Parking: Coming with a car? There is a car park at Battersea Reach (pay per hour) or free parking in Eltringham Street (2’ from the studio) where you are free to park anytime except 3-4 pm.
About the teacher
Luisa is an experienced teacher of Vinyasa, Rocket, Yin and Mandala Yoga. She has a great interest in anatomy & biomechanics and has further advanced her knowledge in anatomy-oriented teacher trainings.
Yoga has radically transformed Luisa’s life and it has made her stronger and healthier both physically and mentally. As a teacher, her mission is to share her passion for this ancient practice and its healing powers with as many people as possible.
Luisa has a keen interest in language and always strives to use its powers to create an inclusive, welcoming, and loving environment where everyone feels free to take the practice at their own pace. Expect some Sanskrit and a touch of humor – she believes yoga is a serious practice, but it can and should be fun too.
Instagram: @luisazamboniyoga