Active Birth
The classes/workshops are held every two months and help couples prepare for all aspects of preparation for birth and how to cope with labour. They aim to give you the very best preparation for birth. They will introduce you and your partner to the practical elements of birth; breathing, massage, pressure points, positions, mental states and relaxation. They also cover the all-important days leading up to labour, including nutrition, hydration, issues of late pregnancy and induction and how induction can be avoided. They focus on the physiology of labour, what makes for a good birth environment, looking at both medical and midwife led models of birth.
Baby Massage
Baby Massage is an ancient tradition in many cultures, where massaging children regularly from just a day or two after they are born is still practised. Baby massage helps babies recover from birth, develop good sleep patterns, obtain relief from colic and even, in the case of pre-term babies, gain weight. Baby massage encourages feelings of wellbeing and can also assist with pain relief.
Hypnobirthing
Hypnobirthing is a complete antenatal programme to support you during your pregnancy, birth & beyond. It helps you to gain useful tools that you can use to support you during the birth of your baby, to help you achieve the birth experience that is best for you.
Meditation & Mindfulness
This is an 8 week stress reduction course based on mindfulness and meditation. Developing a regular Meditation practice can significantly reduce tension and stress levels, lower high blood pressure, reduce pain and aid the healing process. In addition, it can increase our ability to focus our attention. Through Meditation practice we begin to develop a level of inner quiet, creating a 'quiet space' that gives us the opportunity to choose, whether we 'act or react' in stressful situations.
Pilates
Pilates aims to strengthen the body in an even way, with particular emphasis on core strength to improve general fitness and wellbeing. Pilates has something to offer people of all ages and levels of ability and fitness. Regular pilates practise can help improve posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility, as well as relieve stress and tension.
Tai Chi Chu'an & Qi Gong Classes
Tai Chi is often described as a moving meditation. This is because it combines movement with one of the essential ingredients of any kind of contemplation or meditation - that is calm and regular breathing. Because Tai Chi uses the principle of "soft limit" (i.e. avoiding the use of any unnecessary effort or stretching) it is an ideal form of exercise for any body, regardless of age, or physical strength and is often recommended as an aid to recovery following illness or injury.
Yoga
There are a number of Yoga classes and personal yoga lessons at the Natural Health Service for all abilities.
Baby Yoga
We offer unique playful and bonding classes which offer a nurturing touch, flowing sequences, holding movements, songs and relaxation. These combine to bring about a deep state of contentment in both baby and parent. Physically a single session provides as much physical stimulation as carrying your baby all day, helping your baby to feel more settled and to sleep deeply.
Yoga for Therapy or Development
Traditionally yoga was often taught on a one to one basis. Individual yoga lessons give an opportunity to tailor a yoga practice to meet your needs whether this is related to lifestyle, interest or for therapeutic requirements. and what you want to change through practicing yoga will guide the development of your practice. Working on a one to one basis with a teacher allows you to explore yoga’s relevance in your everyday life.
Yoga Evening Classes
Susie encourages a style of yoga practice which will put you in touch with your inner wisdom - the part of you that knows what is good for you. In this way, your yoga practice is unique to you - taking account of the needs of your body, your mind and your lifestyle. As you focus on the postures, breathing techniques, meditation and philosophy, yoga becomes part of your life easily and naturally.
CLASSES
At the Natural Health Centre we run an extensive range of classes for all ages and stages of life, from expectant mothers and young babies through to Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi and other classes for all ages.
This Week's Classes at the Centre
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Full Calendar
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