In Yoga Hathi’s weekly classes we mainly focus on yogasana’s; the yoga poses. It’s only one of step of Ashtanga Yoga: the eightfold path as described by Patanjali:
- Yama’s
- Niyama’s
- Asana’s
- Pranayama
- Pratyahara
- Dharana
- Dhyana
- Samadhi
The other steps of the path are offered in workshops and courses with themes like pranayama, meditation, going in depth in the yoga philosophy, yoga nidra, etcetera.
The manner in which we do the asana’s is referred to as hatha yoga in the Global North.
At the moment you can choose 3 variations of yoga at Yoga Hathi:
- Yogasana: with the roots firmly in classic hatha yoga. We start with a concentration exercise and a light warm-up. Followed by a number of preparatory poses and classic asanas. We conclude with a relaxation exercise. We keep the asanas on average a little longer than with other forms of yoga. That way you build strength and stamina. Every week we focus on a different chakra; different part of the body. That keeps the classes interesting and varied. Sometimes it will be easier than other times, because every body is different.
- Restorative yoga: calm and gentle asanas and preparatory exercises, comparable with yin yoga.We let the body, nervous system and mind relax. We keep the exercises longer and turn inward to find silence, peace and comfort. This creates more rest in your body and in your head.
- Radical Relaxation: first, about half an hour of asanas that will bring your attention inward. Yoga exercises inspired by yin and restorative yoga, so that your body, mind and senses can slowly switch off. And in the second part of the yoga class, we do Yoga Nidra. Nidra means sleep. During Yoga Nidra you lie down, you set an intention, there is a body scan, some connection between the senses and feeling, a visualization and a realization (hopefully). Thirty minutes of yoga nidra equals about two hours of sleep. During this class you will connect well with your body, sink deep into yourself and then make contact with your mind (intellect) to allow relaxation there as well.
- Spicy yogasana (also called Le Spicy)is funky, jazzy and rocks. We turn the music on and do the exercises partly in a flow. You might even sweat… This class is suitable for you if you have some experience with yoga and/or like a challenge.
Some general remarks:
- In my yoga studio you’ll follow you classes in a relaxed and no-nonsense atmosphere.
- Most of the classes can be streamed via Zoom.
- The way I teach hatha yoga is lightly based on Iyengar yoga; there’s ample attention on alignment.
- We’re working on bare feet on a yoga mat. That is why we wash our feet before the class. You can borrow a mat at the studio but a personal mat will be better eventually.
- At Yoga Hathi we don't work with levels. I'll make sure you'll find a challenge when you're more experienced and I have variations if you're just starting, aren't very flexible (yet!) or when you have an injury. Also read my blog.
- Wordt veganist 😉
- Do you have any specific complaints or injuries, or are you pregnant? Please let me know prior to the start of the class. Obviously I will treat your information with the utmost discretion. And if you are in doubt if you can or are allowed to do yoga, please consult your GP first.
- Here you can read how my classes are constructed.
Trying yoga
Would you like to try if Yoga Hathi delivers what you’re looking for? Take a trial class for 10 euro!
Please make an appointment before coming, because I’d really like to take the time to guide you trough your first yoga class. Here you can book a trial class or you can email me at: petri@yogahathi.nl
Some tips before you start your yoga class
If you’re going to do yoga, please consider this:
- Wear comfortable clothes (men: please wear long pants).
- Jewellery will be in your way.
- No gum.
- Don’t eat (or something very light) before a class.
- Drink enough water after the class (do not drink during the class).
- Women: don’t do any inverted poses for a longer period of time (consult your teacher if necessary).
- Mobile phones are OFF and outside of the studio.
- Share any injuries and limitations with your teacher before the start of the class.