Welcome to Yoga Bradford online!
The Slow Flow classes are light and creative, but slower paced and gentler than the Vinyasa flow class. Postures are generally held for longer periods, and the transitions between poses are a little slower. The more gentle nature of this class is great for beginners, but is also wonderful for intermediate and advanced students who feel like slowing it down and sinking deeper into their practice.
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Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Gate Pose (Parighasana)
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 11/04/2020
We will explore lots of triangle-shaped poses including parighasana (gate pose) and trikonasana (triangle pose) to stretch the adductors (inner thighs) and strengthen and lengthen the lateral flexors of the spine (including the internal and external obliques), muscles that are integral to functional core strength. Side bending is also a great way to help you breathe more deeply...mmmmm
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hips, shoulders and twists
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 18/04/2020
Twisting is a great way to boost circulation and detox the body but tightness in the hips and shoulders, the anchors for the spine, can limit our capacity to twist. By focusing on releasing tension in the shoulders and hips we can improve the mobility of the spine and enjoy a deep, twisted release =)
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Balancing
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 25/04/2020
Find your balance...it's okay to wobble! That is what balance is, dealing with the constant fluctuations in the body. You learn more every time you fall! Surrender to the process and allow yourself to experience joy and happiness in the present moment. Dive beneath the fluctuations and discover a place of peace and love; knowing this stable centre within yourself is always there, making you strong enough to deal with any situation so when life throws you challenges, you can drop down deep into this eternal place of peace.
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Backbends
Props: Block
Date Recorded: 02/05/2020
Express your extrovert: In this slow flow we will explore “extroverted” back-bending poses, which can balance our tendency to curl in on ourselves when we feel depressed or overwhelmed. These chest-openers provide a great antidote to “office slump,” while freeing the lungs and opening the heart to experience feelings of loyalty, love, and persistence...like the character traits of our familiar (upward-facing) dog companion.
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Core and Arms
Props: Block
Date Recorded: 09/05/2020
In this class we play with different variations of plank and build up some heat and arm strength all the while focussing on our smooth supportive flowing breath, reminding ourselves that these challenges aren't permanent. And finishing with a well-deserved long savasana 🙂
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Twists
Props: Block
Date Recorded: 16/05/2020
Wring out tension and cultivate strength and steadiness while remaining focused and flexible; traits needed for both this sequence and the twists and turns of this journey called life! In this sequence we will enjoy a variety of standing heat-building twists before seated and supine twists to cool the body before savasana x
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hamstrings and Hips
Props: Block & Belt
Date Recorded: 23/05/2020
Staying grounded with some juicy hamstring and hip stretches close to the mat. With the option to gradually go deeper as we move through the sequence, if it feels right for you. These stretches are great for runners, cyclists or anyone who sits in a chair for long durations!
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Digestion and metabolism
Props: Blocks
Date Recorded: 30/05/2020
A change in routine (and some lovely weather!) may have meant your eating habits and diet have changed. So this sequence will help to boost metabolism and bring Prana to your belly, ignite your digestive fire and tone your core. Lovely if you are looking for an energy boost 🙂
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Full body - intention setting
Props: Blocks
Date Recorded: 06/06/2020
Spring has sprung - I love all seasons but spring has a special feel as the sun emerges out of the wintery shadows and the earth blooms with colour and expansive energy and the world opens up to the idea of fresh starts and new beginnings. In this session we will give our bodies a spring clean; in the same way we dust out the corners of our kitchen cupboards, we will spring clean our bodies, releasing tension and letting go of anything that no longer serves us and open up to the opportunity to begin again.
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Thighs and Core
Props: Block belt
Date Recorded: 13/06/2020
In this session we will stoke the fire and power up the thighs and core. We will send some love to these firm foundations that carry us through life and we will enjoy and jiggles and shakes in the body knowing that it's just the body getting excited about being strong! Finishing with some slower postures and breath work to absorb all the wonderful energy.
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Warrior postures
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 20/06/2020
Rarely a vinyasa yoga class goes by without at least one of the Virabhadrasana or Warrior postures! Named after the fierce warrior Virabhadra, these poses bring us strength, courage and focus (as well as the lovely physical benefits of stretching and strengthening the ankles, feet, legs, hips, arms and side body). In this session we will visit each of the warrior postures and harness our inner warrior; a warrior’s training is designed to make them able to overcome fear and the natural survival instinct in the face of danger. So by channelling a warrior’s dedication and self-mastery – by finding a balance of steadiness and ease - we can also turn inward and find the ability to reflect and keep our cool in the midst of opposition and find courage to face the things we find challenging and see a path of discipline and self-improvement to better serve our families and friends, our communities, and ourselves.
Style: Vinyasa Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hips, quads, hamstrings, shoulders
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 27/06/2020
If lock-down has motivated you to gear-up your cycling or running routine then this class is for you! We will release tightness from the nooks and crannies in the body where we hold tension like the hips, hamstrings, quads and shoulders giving your body a new lease of life to re-saddle and enjoy the ride.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Shoulders and upper back
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 11/07/2020
In this session we slowly stretch out the shoulders, armpit chest and side body, followed by some lunge salutations working further into the hips and shoulders. Finishing with longer-hold gomukhasana and side stretches - accompanied throughout with mindful breathing, leaving you feeling grounded and peaceful.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 75 minutes
Focus: Shoulders, side body
Props: 2 Blocks and belt
Date Recorded: 18/07/2020
In this session we loosen and lubricate the shoulder joints with lots of lovely circular movements and side stretches; finding and releasing those little pockets of tightness with some longer holds and long deep breaths. Expect your lungs to feel expansive and your shoulders to smile as we visualise the breath travelling to all parts of the body and we give ourselves permission to let go.
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Shoulders, chest and upper back
Props: Block
Date Recorded: 14/10/2020
It's a wrap! In this session we prepare-for and explore some traditional postures such as triangle (trikonasana) and side angle (parsvokanasana) and half-moon pose (ardha Chandrasana) with the added extra of a wrapping of the arm to work deeper into the shoulder joint. These external arm rotations release tension and allow us to floss out any gristle from the nooks and crannies of the shoulder joint. And the resultant expansion across the chest brings us a wonderful feeling of release as we fill ourselves with energy as we take deep breaths. And as always, there will be some longer holds before rest so we can let go, bliss out and nourish our body and soul for a relaxing rest of day 🙂
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hips, hamstrings, IT band, quads
Props: Block
Date Recorded: 19/10/2020
Running is a great way to stay fit and strong but all running and no stretching can shorten and tighten the leg and hip muscles and increase the risk of injury and pain. So we will slowly flow through a plethora of postures that will stretch out hamstrings, quads, IT band and hip flexors so we can unwind and release tension and increase our range of motion and mobility, which in the long-term will help keep you running for longer!
Not a runner? Neither am I! You will still get the benefits of a deep stretch even if you don't own a pair of running shoes 🙂 It will be lovely to see you to unwind the body and unhook from our thoughts for a sense of deep calm and relaxation x
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Backbends and Restorative
Props: Block and bolster (or pillows & blanket). Alternatives are given if you don't have a bolster =)
Date Recorded: 07/11/2020
The temperature has dropped and many of us are back to working from home so you may already be feeling a little low in energy as the body rounds in on itself for protection...and as a result of working from the couch! So we will free the front body, opening the chest and hips and building in backbends to give us an energy-boost. Then taking advantage of being at home and winding down and finishing with some soothing restorative postures with some lovely twists and forward folds and , with the use of a bolster or pillows and blankets. Enjoying a smile and some shhhhh x
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Forward Folds
Props: Block and bolster (or pillows & blanket). Alternatives are given if you don't have a bolster =)
Date Recorded: 14/11/2020
Fold into Fall: Autumn is here. As the landscape flourishes with vibrant colour before the leaves fall from the trees we are reminded how beautiful it can be to let things go. In autumn we move from the expansive nature of summer to a the internal contracting nature of autumn, which helps nurture introspection and allows us to be mindful to let go of anything that no longer nourishes or serves us. So in this practice we slowly flow to warm up and lengthen the back of the body so we can ease into and relax in some lovely restorative forward folds, allowing us to let go of the busy world around us and turn our awareness inward and cherish the inner quiet. Don't worry if you don't have a bolster, we can improvise with pillows and blankets. Take some time for you today x
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hips
Props: Block and bolster (or pillows & blanket). Alternatives are given if you don't have a bolster =)
Date Recorded: 21/11/2020
In this practise we slowly flow through some hip stretches to counter the clench from the chilly weather! We'll enjoy some lunges and squats while harnessing the breath to allow us to gently venture deeper. Finishing with a lovely restorative hip and chest opener before sinking into savasana x
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Legs & Core and no wrist pressure!
Props: Block and bolster (or pillows & blanket). Alternatives are given if you don't have a bolster =)
In this slow flow we rest the wrists (read no chaturangas!) as we build strength in the core with some floor-based fun and some countering backbends. We will power up the legs with some balancing transitions and finish with longer holds, soothing breaths and a lovely relaxing restorative supported bridge and supported shoulderstand before a well deserved savasana.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Twists, shoulders and hips
Props: Block and bolster (or pillows & blanket). Alternatives are given if you don't have a bolster =)
In this Slow Flow we enjoy some lovely stretches for the hips and shoulders, preparing the body for some twists where we can uncoil and release any tension that may have gathered from life! Finishing with some restorative postures; slow down your day and take some well-deserved time for you x
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Head to Toe
Props: Block and bolster (or pillows & blanket). Alternatives are given if you don't have a bolster =)
In this practise we flow from head to toe, with a well-rounded practise including stretches for the neck, shoulders, upper back, side body, hips, hamstrings, backbends and finally the feet! So take some time to yourself, with yourself, for yourself and step off the mat with your best foot forward x
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Upper body: Shoulders, neck, jaw, upper back
Props: Block
Now many of us are back working from home again (and we maybe had a less active festive season than usual) we may be feeling tight from lots of sitting and screen gazing. This flow will release areas of tension from the neck, jaw, shoulders, legs and hips with gentle movement and warmth. Sometimes moving the body is the best way to rest the mind, so give your self a well-deserved break and bring some soothing movement to your day 🙂
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: All body
Props: 2 Blocks, bolster or pile of pillows/ blankets: don't worry if you don't have a bolster - I will give an alterative =)
Give yourself a cosy hug in these cooler temperatures with this easeful, mellow flow. This heat-inducing slow flow has a cosy, relaxed feel as we stretch out the shoulders, flow through some sun salutations, lunges and pigeon. Wonderful for the colder days where you want to warm up and wind down. Inspired by winter-time, but can be practised anytime =)
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: All body
Props: Blocks, bolster or pile of pillows/ blankets: don't worry if you don't have a bolster - I will give an alterative =)
Date Recorded: 23/01/2021
In this slow flow we explore lots of different variations of the arm and leg shapes of gomukhasana (cow faced pose) to warm up the chest, shoulders and outer hips and we play with different ways of coming in and out of the pose, taking care of our knees along the way. With a scattering of some countering straddles throughout, we finish feeling open and invigorated 🙂
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Pranayama (breathwork)
Props: Block(s)
Date Recorded: 30/01/2021
Moving mindfully gives a grace and an ease to our practice. Slowing the pace gives the muscles enough time to acclimate to the new action and is gentle on the joints. This class focuses on bringing awareness to the breath and body through slow, steady movement flowing through a series of standing poses, using breath-based movements to ease yourself toward an extended exhalation. The repetitive moving sequences will help increase your body's circulation and inspire calm so you can settle into the rest of your weekend with a smile.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Head to Toe
Props: Block(s), bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 08/02/2021
This juicy all over flow includes mindfulness, stretches for the neck, shoulders, upper back, hips, hamstrings, quads, calves, feet, side-body, twists, backbends, balances, core strength and finishing with a blissful restorative posture savasana. An all-over flow for an all-over glow 🙂
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Quads Backbends
Props: 2 x Blocks, bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 13/02/2021
As it's Valentines weekend, what better opportunity to open the heart =) In this practise we slowly stretch out the front body with chest and hip stretches and ease our way into back bends, finishing with a restorative twist, leaving our heart open and our mind at peace.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Calm: Breathwork, shoulders, hips
Props: 2 x Blocks, bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 20/02/2021
Sometimes it can feel like life is getting on top of us and we can feel overwhelmed and stressed out. This flow will decompress the stress with soothing breathwork and a steady flow to release the parts of the body where we often hold stress. Look forward to shoulder and upper back stretches, hip release and twists to decompress stress and let the inner calm flow.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Circulation
Props: Block, belt, bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 27/02/2021
During the winter months and colder weather our circulation can sometimes feel sluggish. This slow flow will kickstart the circulation with lunges, squats, twists and side bends so we can enjoy the boost in energy before winding down for a blissful restorative savasana. A great practise for anytime your want to enjoy continuous movement at a steady pace to gently glow =)
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Surrender to your energy level
Props: Block, belt, bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 06/03/2021
Sometimes we can feel overwhelmed and burned out and during these times when our energy is low, we want a practise to give back rather than take-away. So in this flow we will start and end with some longer holds seated stretches where we can let go of any doing and surrender to quiet. Sandwiched in between we enjoy gentle movement to replenish our energy, flowing simply and steadily through warriors and side-bends so we can soften, settle and sink into savasana leaving you feeling mellow.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hips, hamstrings, spine
Props: Block, belt, bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 13/03/2021
Enjoy the best of both worlds with this slow flow that will create subtle warmth as we flow through lunge salutations interspersed with some yin-style holds to awaken and stretch the hamstrings, hips and spine. Savouring both the increased suppleness and a feeling of introspective relaxation as we sink into savasana.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Side stretching
Props: Block, belt, bolster/ cushions / blankets
Date Recorded: 20/03/2021
I love a good side bend! I started out practising predominantly ashtanga, which is a wonderful sequential system of postures that has countless therapeutic benefits. But in the sequence side-bending doesn't really feature anywhere near as much as forward folds and backbends so when I started regularly side-bending in vinyasa flow classes it was as if a dam had been busted around my torso! I felt like my trunk had a great big yawn! So come and join me to savour some side bends, release tension and breathe deeply so your torso and chest will smile open =)
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hamstrings and Shoulders
Props: 2 x Blocks and belt
Date Recorded: 27/03/2021
In this smooth flow we will give the hamstrings and shoulders a spring clean; using props to gently stretch out all compartments of the shoulders and each of the hamstrings so these hard-working parts of the body get some much deserved TLC. Finishing with some longer shoulder stretches so we can sigh our way into savasana.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Lower back
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 03/04/2021
After long days of sitting (or standing!) still, lifting and carrying our lower backs can sometimes grumble. So give your lower back a break with a slow and gentle flow that doesn't place any demands on the spine. Mellow out with lower body stretches, twists and folds to ease stiffness so you can soften and settle.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: All round
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 10/04/2021
In this wholesome flow we will take a tour around the body, releasing stagnation, stretching out the kinks and breathing in new energy so we are inspired to go with the flow of the Spring season and start anew =)
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Mindfulness mantra
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 17/04/2021
When our minds are busy it can feel difficult to let the body relax and to let the thoughts go. In this slow flow, take a moment to breathe, unplug and wind-down. We will move through sweeping flow with long-sighing breaths and the affirmation "I am right here, right now" so we can stay in the present moment and tap into our calm centre to find clarity and peace.
Style: Vinyasa (Slow) Flow
Length: 60 minutes
Focus: Hips, hamstrings, balance
Props: Block and belt
Date Recorded: 24/04/2021
Stabilise and stretch away excess energy and settle your attention with a soothing slow flow for hips and hamstrings with a smattering of balances 🙂 Finishing with some restorative poses and a guided body scan savasana for extra oms x
SlowFlow
FREE Slow Flow Classes:
| Style: Slow Flow Length: 60 minutes Focus: Hips Props: Hips are often a tight area in our body, whether from sitting, running or cycling. So in this week’s slow flow we will enjoy lots of deep stretches for the internal and external rotators, groin and glutes to maintain a healthy range of motion. Tight hips can impact on the rest of the body so keeping the hip and gluteus muscles supple can help ease lower back pain and improve posture and balance. We will use our breath throughout to breathe out tightness and breathe in calm. Recorded from a live-stream class for the Yoga Space, Leeds. FREE to view |
Yoga changed my life, which is why I love to share my experience to pass the gift on. As such, these online classes are free to use as many times and as often as you like. I am forever a yoga student; I am keen to continue to develop my yoga knowledge and incorporate this into my teaching. As such. if you have the means and should you wish to make a donation (pay as you feel) then all donations are humbly and gratefully received. Your kind generosity will support me to continue to share yoga with you and to keep the classes (and your practice!) fresh.Peace, love and light, Angela x