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Teacher Review: “Life Coaching, Meditation and Yoga with Marion Ancker at Yoga Circle”

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What’s your next level or important goal in any area of your life, e.g. relationships, career, family, money, work/life balance, health and wellbeing?

yogaCircle and fullCircle Coaching are offering a variety of transformational courses, workshops, weekend retreats and holidays combining yoga, NLP life coaching and meditation, three powerfull tools to create lasting change in your life. This powerful blend is designed to help you unlock your inner strength, release negative thought patterns and get you equipped to reach your goals, moving your life forwards.

What is NLP coaching?

Neuro Linguistic Programming is a powerful coaching technique that helps you gain fulfillment, balance and success in all areas of your life, such as, relationships, career, family, money, work/life balance, health and wellbeing. It’s a transformational method focused on shifting your thinking and expereince of life. It helps you release negative thinking patterns or self-limiting beliefs, and access your own powerful resources, such as confidence, peace, motivation or the ability to deal with change. It litterally brings out the best in you, allowing you to live your full potential.

 

What About Yoga?

Today, many people are taking up yoga for physical exercise, yet most don’t know the rich history of yoga. The practice of yoga is much more than a system of physical exercise for health. Yoga is a transformational path, that if practised fully, is a step by step guide to lasting happiness and peace. In yoga we use exercises and breathing techniques to connect the mind and body, which relax you, and leave you feeling centred, strong and happy.

And Why Meditation?

Meditation focuses the mind and fosters self-awareness. It trains your mind so you can approach life with clarity, focus and self-belief.

In meditation we bring our thoughts back over and over again to our focus of meditation, into the moment of Now. The Now is the only place where life happens, as the past is gone and the future hasn’t happened yet. Practicing being focussed in the Now gives us a great sense of presence, awareness and aliveness. Furthermore, this process is hugely benefitial training our mind to be focussed and clear gradually turning it into a powerful tool that can be applied to any task.

Marion Ancker, Teacher and Facilitator

I have a passion for unlocking people’s full potential using yoga, NLP life coaching and meditation as tools. I am a certified Yoga teacher (The International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres), a qualified NLP Master Practitioner (ICF), Reiki 1 and 2 Practitioner and Spiritual Healer (CPS). You will benefit from my wide range of experience and training which allows a holistic and flexible approach tailored to your individual needs.

If you would like to experience what yoga, NLP life coaching and meditiation can do for you, have a look at my website for upcoming courses, workshops, weekend retreats and holidays.

 

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Events: Various – “Light Centre in Belgravia”

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Here are some fun April events to look forward to at the Light Centre!

Where

Light Centre, 9 Eccleston St, London, London SW1W 9LX

Telephone

0207 881 0728.

New Later Time for Tuesday Relaxation Class

Serap and Marie-Shirley’s Tuesday evening relaxation class now starts at 5.45pm and lasts for 1 hour. This should make it easier for people to get to the class after work. Their Tuesday lunchtime relaxation class is still at 1.15pm and the Friday evening class remains at 5.30pm. Those who enjoy these classes might also want to recheck the relaxation page for newly added information about the Brain Wave Vibration techniques that are included in the classes.

Half Price Acupuncture Offer

New Acupuncturist, Bella Yagi is offering 50% off all treatments in April. To book call Bella on 07735 423299 or email bella.yagi@eighttreesacupuncture.co.uk.

Sustainability Projects

Want to make the world a better place?” The Light Centre has embarked on a series of environmental and social transformation projects. Our first event on 2nd April was a big success. To find out more and stay informed read our policy statement here and register for events and updates.

The Art of Ancient Yoga in a Contemporary Lifestyle

Indra Singh is running workshops on Saturday 2nd & 30th April 2.30 -3.30pm, 14th & 28th May and 11th & 25th June. During these sessions, Indra will combine her knowledge and versatility exploring the various aspects of traditional Yoga with Kundalini Yoga. £13 per class or pay for 5 and receive the 6th class free. To book call 07779 621312 or visit www.indrasihghyoga.com

AcroYoga

Saturday 16th April 2.30 -5.30pm Acroyga Fundamentals – Open to all levels. Combines elements from Yoga , Acrobatics & Thai Massage. £25 or £20 for concessions. Book online at www.acroyoga.org

Events: Day Out – “One Day Yoga/Hike in The Chilterns, Led by Elisa Williams”

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When: 2nd April 2011

Join West London based teacher Elisa Williams for a day of yoga, organic vegetarian lunch and a country hike in the beautiful chess valley. Day includes long morning session of vinyasa flow yoga, with longer held poses for deepening.

The 90 minute hike through the chess valley is folllowed by an afternoon session of yoga combining gentle stretches, pranayama, guided relaxation and meditation.

All levels welcome.

Cost: £60

Telephone: 07885933037

Website: http://www.elisawilliamsyoga.com/

Disciplines: Personal Experience – “David Lynch on Transcendental Meditation”

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David Lynch

“It’s like a key that opens the door to the treasury within,” he said. “Here’s an experience — poooft! — total brain coherence. It’s what’s missing from life today: unbounded intelligence, creativity, bliss, love, energy, peace. Things like tension, anxieties, traumatic stress, sorrow, depression, hate, rage, need for revenge, fear — poooft! — all this starts to lift away. You see life getting better and better and better. Give the people that experience and — poooft. Man, it’s beautiful.”

Read more in the New York Times

Centre: West London – “Yogadom in Queensway / Bayswater”

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At the Latvian house in Bayswater, a group of Russian teachers have started a small yoga schedule called “Yogadom”. Russians are dedicated, spiritual, human, holistic and warm in their approach to yoga. They also are strong and ambitious in their yoga so they they look for personal development and stretch you to go further. A great group to practice yoga with.

Style include Sivananda, Zhong Yuan Qigong, Meditation, Hatha and Kundalini.

Update 30/03/2011: 

Nomination from Olga Tarabashkina

“Yoga Dom is a place of peace and yoga practice in the centre of Bayswater area. Situated comfortably close to the Hyde Park, in summer it offers weekend yoga classes in the park. Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa flow, Power, Kundalini, Tibetan meditation are taught at the centre.

It is an inspiring place for regular yoga workshops. Every month there is an opportunity to meet the community at the pamper evenings and receive some inexpensive and top quality treatments like massage (indian head, ayurvedic, classical, deep tissue, etc.), reflexology, reiki, personal coaching, chakra balancing and aromatherapy. Check website for details http://yogadom.co.uk/news“

Where?

72 Queensborough Terrace, London, W2 3SH (Latvian House)

Yogadom website

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Classes at Yogadom

 

Day class teacher time
Monday Yoga Stretch + Pranayama Alena 7.00 – 8.00 pm
Wednesday Discover 7 Talents Workshop Olga T 7.00 – 8.00 pm
Friday Hatha Yoga Intermediate Ivan 7.00 – 8.00 pm
Meditation (date t.b.c.) Olga S 8.10 – 9.30 pm
Sunday Hatha Yoga Open
cancelled 20 March		 Ivan 6.00 – 7.00 pm

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Teacher Review: Graham Burns – “Samana Yoga”

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Graham Burns

Graham teaches lovely fluid, gentle and expressive classes where everyone leaves feeling warm, comforted and sometimes energised. He is a very approachable teacher which means that you can get a lot out of the classes, making sure that you practice in the right way for you.

Style

My yoga teaching is non-dogmatic and reflects the variety of styles which I have studied over the years. My earliest teachers included well known UK teachers Simon Low and Liz Lark, and my relaxed, flowing asana style draws extensively both on their influence and on my studies of the Ashtanga Vinyasa tradition with Richard Freeman and other leading teachers, including John Scott and Dena Kingsberg.

I try to keep classes creatively and imaginatively sequenced, with an eye on their energetic as well as physical effects. Pranayama (breathing) and meditation are integral parts of my yoga practice and most of my classes include these as well as asana (postures). I am also an experienced teacher of gentle yoga and have been recognised by the London Evening Standard as a top teacher of yoga nidra (a deep guided relaxation practice).

Read more about Graham’s yoga journy, inspiration and style on his website http://www.samanayoga.com/

Classes in London with Graham Burns

TRIYOGA
6 Erskine Road, Primrose Hill, London NW3
Sunday 9.00 to 10.15 am, level 1-2
Sunday 10.30 to 11.45 am, yoga gently for all levels
Wednesday 9.30 to 10.45 am, level 1
Friday 9.45 to 11.00 am, level 1-2
www.triyoga.co.uk

THE LIFE CENTRE
15 Edge Street, Notting Hill, London W8
Tuesday 7.30 to 9.00 pm, level 1-2 with meditation
Friday 2.30 to 3.45 pm, dynamic level 2
Saturday 1.45 to 3.15 pm, level 2 
www.thelifecentre.com

THE LIFE CENTRE
1 Britannia Row, Islington, London N1
Thursday 11.00 am to 12.15 pm, gentle yoga with meditation
www.thelifecentre.com

THE THURLEIGH ROAD PRACTICE
88a Thurleigh Road, London SW12
Saturday 10.30 am to 12.00 noon, all levels
www.thurleighroadpractice.co.uk

Graham is also available to teach individuals and groups privately; please call or e-mail for more information.

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Events: Retreat – “Hot Power Yoga, July 2011, in Morocco”

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Recharge yourself, reconnect with nature and ultimately the naturalness within yourself. Leave refreshed and ready to step into your life with vibrance and joy. Join us for HPY’s Retreat in Morocco July 2011. A week of yoga, meditation and yogic practices in an idyllic setting complete with warmth, sunshine, beach, surf and nourishing foods to feed your soul.
 
Where: Taghazout, Morocco 
 
When: July 9  – July 16 2011
  
Phone: +44 7504 069 320 
 
Teacher: Dylan Ayaloo
 
  
  
TYPICAL SCHEDULE:
 
8.30 – 10.30     Hot Power Yoga Class

10.30 –11.30    Big nourishing breakfast.

11.30–3.30       Surfing, beach time & other activities*

(Lunch – can be served at the retreat or as a lunch pack for the beach)

5.00 – 7.00       HPY Class/Restorative yoga/Posture workshops

7.00–8.00         Vegetarian dinner.

8:00 – 10:00      Community meeting

 
16th July

8.00–8.30         Meditation/medatitave walk

8.30 – 10.30     Hot Power Yoga class.

10.30 –11.30    Big nourishing breakfast.

11.30–3.30       Surfing, beach time & other activities*

(Lunch – served at the retreat)

5.00                 Transfers to Agadir Airport

There will be a mid week evening off for the kitchen & chef where after the yoga session you will be free to wonder and dine in the local Banana Village or we can arrange to go to Taghazout for a dinner. This meal and taxi will be at your expense outside the cost of the retreat price.

 

 

Events: Retreats – “Various Dates in the UK, Crete, France, Bali, Goa and Thailand”

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A big thank you to YOGI LONDONER Tara, who suggested that we post these links to some really great retreats happening throughout the year. 

Thank you so much Tara!

Why don’t YOU also contact us with some suggestions and comments?

Click on the below links and it’ll take you straight to the list of dates. Do get in touch if you need any help!
 
VARIOUS, SOUTH OF FRANCE: http://lux-yoga.com/ 

Events: Seminar – “Meditation talks at the London Meditation Centre, Notting Hill in West London”

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Why learn to meditate? 
Everyone has a different reason – less anxiety, greater creativity, improved health and more rewarding relationships are some good motivations.  Most of all, people learn because they sense that something needs to change in their lives, and they know change begins with more clarity and a shift in awareness.
London Meditation Centre
 
Vedic Meditation is a simple and pleasurable process to initiate transformation in your mind, your body and the way you connect and interact with the people around you. 
 
The London Meditation are holding a series of introductory talks throughout March that are open to the public. Go along to find out more:
  • Tuesday March 8th, 7:00pm
  • Tuesday March 15th, 7:00pm
  • Tuesday March 29th, 7:00pm
These one-hour talks are without charge and are often fully booked.  To reserve a place, send an email and they will send you complete address details with your confirmation.
 
Vedic Meditation Courses at the London Meditation Centre
  
Step 1. Attend an Introductory Talk
The first step in learning to meditate is to come along to the free Introductory Talk where you learn how the technique works, the benefits experienced and how it is taught. The talk lasts about an hour.
Click here to register: Intro Talk sign-up
 
Step 2. Join a Meditation Course
After attending the Introductory Talk, you are invited to learn to meditate. The course is structured as four sessions over four consecutive days, Friday through Monday.  Each session lasts about two hours and is planned to fit around work schedules.
 
Why Vedic Meditation?
Practising Vedic Meditation brings a wide range of practical benefits including improved health, reduced anxiety, a clearer & more creative mind, better sleep and more rewarding relationships.
Vedic Meditation allows the activity of thinking to become increasingly quiet. This process continues until the mind transcends thought and experiences its most settled state while alertness is fully maintained. As a result the body gains a state of very deep rest.
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Where?

Location in Notting Hill – details to follow on place confirmation

How?

 
To reserve a free place, email Jillian and Michael at info@londonmeditationcentre.com
 
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