What We Offer
Everyone is a beautiful and unique individual. None of us are alike, and so we need to practice yoga with awareness, honouring our differences, our abilities, and limitations.
General Yoga & Gentle Yoga Classes
General classes are held on Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 9.30am – 11.00am. Monday evening from 5.30-7pm, and Wednesday evenings from 6pm-7.30pm.
Our gentle yoga class is on Tuesdays from 1.30 - 3pm and are suitable for those new to yoga, those who may have been away from the mat for some time or those who wish to have a more modified practice due to illness or more limited movement.
Classes are 90 minutes long and consist of warm ups and flexibilities, gentle flow or vinyasa style yoga (general classes) or modified restorative practices (gentle class), pranayama (breath practices), relaxation or Yoga Nidra.
Please call first to ensure a space.
Our gentle yoga class is on Tuesdays from 1.30 - 3pm and are suitable for those new to yoga, those who may have been away from the mat for some time or those who wish to have a more modified practice due to illness or more limited movement.
Classes are 90 minutes long and consist of warm ups and flexibilities, gentle flow or vinyasa style yoga (general classes) or modified restorative practices (gentle class), pranayama (breath practices), relaxation or Yoga Nidra.
Please call first to ensure a space.
Thai Yoga Massage
Thai Yoga Massage is practiced fully clothed on a floor mat and combines assisted stretches, massage, acupressure, energy work, and meditation. If you enjoy yoga and massage then this practice combines both!
Thai Yoga Massage is like having blissful 'yoga done to your body'. The muscle stretching which takes the form of yoga style asanas, frees up joint spaces and deepens the stretch in a way that is passive for the recipient, yet very active in its effects.
As it is similar in style, Thai Yoga Massage also offers similar BENEFITS to yoga : flexibility, internal organ massage, oxygenation of the blood, mobilization, postural alignment, and quieting of the mind.
'Thai Yoga Massage you are having the movements done to you. Its like blissful yoga being done to your body".
Thai Yoga Massage is like having blissful 'yoga done to your body'. The muscle stretching which takes the form of yoga style asanas, frees up joint spaces and deepens the stretch in a way that is passive for the recipient, yet very active in its effects.
As it is similar in style, Thai Yoga Massage also offers similar BENEFITS to yoga : flexibility, internal organ massage, oxygenation of the blood, mobilization, postural alignment, and quieting of the mind.
'Thai Yoga Massage you are having the movements done to you. Its like blissful yoga being done to your body".
Yoga for Pregnancy & Birth Courses
Our Yoga for Pregnancy & Birth Course is designed to provide support during this remarkable time of transformation - strengthening and nurturing your body and mind through yoga poses and breath practices.
Session include:
- Asanas, or postures to help strengthen, open and tone the body
- Pranayama, or breath practices to enhance energy levels, bring mental clarity and focus, and promote feelings of well-being.
- Guided relaxation, to deepen the intuitive process and connect with baby; sooth stress and anxiety.
This course is delivered on a needs basis and is ideal for pregnant women who have never practiced yoga before, or for experienced yoga practitioners who would like to adapt their practice for pregnancy. As early pregnancy is a time of great change in the body - we advise that you start the pre-natal course in the second trimester of your pregnancy. Register you interest or call to talk to me about your needs.
Session include:
- Asanas, or postures to help strengthen, open and tone the body
- Pranayama, or breath practices to enhance energy levels, bring mental clarity and focus, and promote feelings of well-being.
- Guided relaxation, to deepen the intuitive process and connect with baby; sooth stress and anxiety.
This course is delivered on a needs basis and is ideal for pregnant women who have never practiced yoga before, or for experienced yoga practitioners who would like to adapt their practice for pregnancy. As early pregnancy is a time of great change in the body - we advise that you start the pre-natal course in the second trimester of your pregnancy. Register you interest or call to talk to me about your needs.
Mums and Babies Yoga (Post-natal)
Mums and Babies Yoga program is for new mums and their babies aged from 8 weeks to active crawling.
The Program is designed to meet the needs of new mums both physically and energetically. This program will strengthen and re-tone the body with care, releasing tension in shoulders and neck to counter balance nursing posture, and works into key areas of tightness of the postpartum body.
The class is short enough to fit into your busy day and incorporates creative and fun ways for mums to practice yoga postures with their babies, including a ‘baby yoga’ sequence.
The 1 hour session includes:
- Yoga postures to strengthen, tone and realign,
- Pranayama, or breath practices to enhance energy levels, reduce stress, bring clarity and focus and enhance feelings of well-being
- Guided relaxation, to release stress and calm the body.
(This program is offered by demand). Register your interest or call to discuss your needs.
The Program is designed to meet the needs of new mums both physically and energetically. This program will strengthen and re-tone the body with care, releasing tension in shoulders and neck to counter balance nursing posture, and works into key areas of tightness of the postpartum body.
The class is short enough to fit into your busy day and incorporates creative and fun ways for mums to practice yoga postures with their babies, including a ‘baby yoga’ sequence.
The 1 hour session includes:
- Yoga postures to strengthen, tone and realign,
- Pranayama, or breath practices to enhance energy levels, reduce stress, bring clarity and focus and enhance feelings of well-being
- Guided relaxation, to release stress and calm the body.
(This program is offered by demand). Register your interest or call to discuss your needs.
Kirtan - 'Chanting for Compassionate Change"
Encounter Yoga has the joy and pleasure of hosting Kirtan - spiritual chanting, the music of yoga with the "Shakti Family" on occasion. Sessions are held on Saturday mornings on dates to be advised (see our Facebook page for updates) and all proceeds help support local and overseas charities.
All welcome! Just bring a cushion or rug to sit on, your voice, an open heart and smile on your face…... spiritual investment of $5 will be donated to a charity of choice for each event.
Want to stay for lunch and a chat after the chant? Just bring a vegetarian plate to share.
All welcome! Just bring a cushion or rug to sit on, your voice, an open heart and smile on your face…... spiritual investment of $5 will be donated to a charity of choice for each event.
Want to stay for lunch and a chat after the chant? Just bring a vegetarian plate to share.
Restorative Yoga
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Often referred to as ‘Active Relaxation’ the practice of restorative yoga encourages a state of deep release through gentle stretching and opening; growing strength and flexibility with use of the breath - restoring, renewing and rejuvenating.
Restorative Yoga is of great benefit during life’s transitions such as times of grief and loss, pregnancy, menopause, recovery from illness or surgery, when experiencing insomnia, or just feeling weak or tired and in need of some ‘TLC’. Restorative practices compliment our other yoga practices and is currently available on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, from 10.30-12.30. Bookings essential as space is limited to 5-6 people. |
Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga consists mainly of seated, supine or prone poses that are held for periods of time without moving, with muscles relaxed and passive - just breathing into the pose with ease.... it introduces us to the natural edges of our beings in a graceful way as we draw inward to experience a deeply relaxing meditative state and opening in the body.
Yin Yoga opposes and compliments our Yang - active lives, and yang forms of yoga and exercise that we practice - bringing balance and harmony to body, mind and spirit.
Yin Yoga is available from 10-12noon on the 4th Saturday of the month. Bookings required.
Yin Yoga opposes and compliments our Yang - active lives, and yang forms of yoga and exercise that we practice - bringing balance and harmony to body, mind and spirit.
Yin Yoga is available from 10-12noon on the 4th Saturday of the month. Bookings required.
Private Classes
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Private classes are available:
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Holiday Yoga
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Encounter Yoga is located in Victor Harbor on the south coast of the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsular of SA a popular holiday destination from late Spring through to early Autumn. Why not take advantage of Holiday Yoga during your stay? Encounter yoga is available for private sessions with family &/or friends, either in the studio or at your accommodation, beach or park.
To find out about existing classes you can join during your stay, please contact us. |
Preparing for Classes
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At Encounter Yoga there are some mats props and blankets available for use.
Here are few tips to make your first yoga class with Encounter Yoga more enjoyable:
I look forward to seeing you on the mat at Encounter Yoga very soon. Om Shanti |