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Over the years, our teachers and students have written some great articles for us. Here you can meet some of our teachers, discover more about their teachings, and see what some of our graduates are up to.

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Yin Yoga Norman Blairedit

Yin Yoga

Yin yoga can give us the space to slow down, a chance to stay with our experiences rather than always rushing. In a Yin yoga practice, all the postures are held for sustained periods of time (often five minutes). Within these long holds, there is an encouragement of softness and an emphasis on relaxing muscular tissue. Through these attitudes there can be a gaining of harmony and peace: so there is a greater ease, a deeper sense of balance, feelings of calmness and acceptance....

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Embracing Stillness in Life

Let's talk about the transformative art of slowing down, both in yoga practice and daily life. The article emphasises the importance of taking a step back from our fast-paced lives to cultivate mindfulness, reduce stress, and enhance our overall well-being. It offers practical tips such as mindful breathing, embracing slower yoga styles, single-tasking, and digital detoxes to integrate this philosophy into our routines. Highlighting the benefits like reduced stress, increased mindfulness, and improved health, the article encourages readers to appreciate the present moment and deepen their connection with themselves and their surroundings. This reflective journey invites the Yogacampus community to share their experiences and embrace the profound beauty and wisdom found in stillness and simplicity....

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Reflecting on Self-Care and Compassion: Questions Every Yoga Teacher Should Ask

Yoga, teachers are encouraged to embrace introspection as a cornerstone of their practice. This blog delves into the significance of self-awareness, the balance between compassion and empathy, the essence of sustainable teaching, the power of mindfulness, and the continuous journey of personal growth. By regularly reflecting on these pivotal themes, yoga instructors can enhance their teachings, ensuring a grounded, compassionate, and present approach for every student they guide....

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Yoga's Role in Addressing the Global Stress Epidemic

In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an epidemic, with the World Health Organisation ranking it as a leading cause of disability. The advent of Long-COVID has further intensified the need for holistic healing approaches. Our upcoming course, 'Teaching Yoga for Stress, Burnout & Fatigue - including Long-COVID,' co-taught with Charlotte Woods, offers a comprehensive solution. Designed for healthcare professionals, yoga teachers, and those in alternative healing fields, this course delves deep into the intersection of yoga and modern health challenges. With a blend of physical practices, breathwork, and enlightening lectures, participants will gain tools to address extreme stress, burnout, and fatigue. More than just a course, it's a call to adapt, heal, and thrive in the face of modern challenges. Join us on this transformative journey....

What is Pratyahara?

What is Pratyahara?

Pratyahara, is a Sanskrit word meaning "withdrawal of the senses.” It is not just a practice but a gentle retreat into the sanctuary of our beings, offering a respite from the external noise that often cloud our mental and emotional landscapes....

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Demystifying Palliative Care Through Yoga

A profound connection exists between palliative care and yoga – both are philosophies that inherently accept death as a standard passage in the continuum of life. They harmoniously intertwine in their shared vision: enhancing the quality of life for those living with life-limiting illnesses and ensuring the well-being of their families and caregivers....

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Lower back pain for yoga and non-yoga students

As an osteopath and yoga teacher, there is one thing that Anji notices that causes a grumbly lower back. This is an inadvertent tendency to arch and extend a little too much in the lower joints of the spine. The base of the lower back is an area that is most commonly injured or contributes to back pain in yoga students and non-yoga students alike....

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Supporting Women Through Menopause

This Menopause Awareness Month, we delve into the empowering practice of Menopause Yoga—a blend of Western Medical Science and time-honoured Eastern traditions. Menopause Yoga at Yogacampus invites us to understand our bodies, connect through shared stories, and embrace this 'second spring' with open hearts. Together, we celebrate, understand, and uplift each other through this profound phase of life....

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Rethinking the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Evolving with the Yoga Market

Yogacampus are pausing the recruitment of new 200-Hour Teacher Training Diploma intakes whilst we examine two key questions in the context of the current yoga...

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Fields And Flows of Yin yoga, by Norman Blair

I first met Sarah Powers in June 2002. My friend Jeff Phenix encouraged me to attend Sarah’s weekend Yin yoga workshop at Triyoga in north...

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The Art of Assisting Yoga Asana, by Isabell Britsch

I’m passionate about teaching yoga classes in a multi-layered way: I aim to create a well thought through and creative sequence, precisely cue alignment, add...

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Isabell Britsch
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