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Anything in SE London yet?
Rebecca is just doing a class at De Ver cycles in Streatham--possibly not SE enough (SW16).
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hello, i am looking into a special birthday present for my missus, might do it next year when she is reaches the big five - o (shh).. no not the police, stupid.
anyway, seriously looking for a yoga retreat in india. she has been practising iyengar yoga for +25years.. so i think she's ready for something really memorable.
her birthday is 26 sept, probably in the monsoon season, if anyone has any advice or tips.. looking at total cost (incl. flights) for one week about £1200..cheers.. and mum's the word..
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New courses:
Greetings cyclists, yoga enthusiasts and friends,[INDENT] Hope this finds you well and keeping warm...
Updates on upcoming YFC classes and workshops at **Bodywise, De Ver Cycles and Triyoga **(that's East, South and North London covered, working on West London!) are thusly:
Weekly class at Bodywise:
The next 7 week yfc course will be starting this Thursday 24th Feb ('til 7th April).
As usual, the class shall be taking place every Thursday at Bodywise yoga and natural health centre on 119 Roman rd E2 0QN. 8 – 9.15pm.
Prices are as follows:
£61.50 full price/ £43.50 concession
£10.50 full price/ £7 drop-inIt can be booked as a 7 week course or attended as drop-in classes. It works out cheaper if booked as a course (that is if you can make at least 6 of the classes) and even cheaper if you are a concession of any kind - student/ unemployed/ oap etc. If you have never done any yoga before I strongly encourage you to book a course. If you have yoga experience, you are welcome to drop in.
This class will of course benefit anyone who is engaged in other physical activities (climbers, runners etc.) or not - so welcome all.
There is bicycle parking available outside Bodywise. Bodywise encourages people not to bring bicycles inside as believe it or not, they are considered safer outside!
Monthly workshop at Bodywise:
This will be taking place Saturday [B]March 19th 2.30 - 5.30pm. 'Twill be themed and specific. More details on that soon. I have some ideas in mind, but if there's anything you'd like to propose, please feel free to do so! Some yoga experience preferable but not essential.[/B]
[B]YFC at De Ver cycles: [/B]
The next 7 week course will be beginning [B]7th March - every Monday 6.30-8pm. There is only room in the shop for a maximum of 8 students - therefore if you are interested, please contact Maurice or Mia sooner rather than later. As a result of low capacity, guaranteed places throughout the course can be ensured by paying for the course upfront (£60) or after the first class. For those who can commit to most of the course, 'twill be £10 drop in price. De Ver Cycles is located at:[/B]
**632 - 634 Streatham High Road, London, UK SW16 3QL **
Telephone: 020 8679 6197 or 0208 764 4028 (www.devercycles.co.uk)Bikes can be brought in.
[B]YFC workshop at triyoga:[/B]
**Taking place on Sunday 17th April 5-7pm, this will be an introductory Yoga for Cyclists workshop. This will be the first time I teach in North London and triyoga - so please do forward onto anyone you think may be interested. For further details: http://www.triyoga.co.uk/book-courses-workshops?x=1&teacher=100000501 **
triyoga is located at:
**6 Erskine road
Primrose Hill
London
NW3 3AJ
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Any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at this email address or the one below.Hope to see you there!
peas,
Rebecca
yoga for cyclists
classes • workshops • one-on-one
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Rebecca Bogue
****yogaforcyclists1@gmail.com **FURTHER INFO:
This class specifically addresses a cyclist's typical physical tendencies as a result of the imbalance created by repeated overexertion of some muscle groups and underutilisation of others. The class will concentrate specifically on:
Increasing full mobility in the joints that suffer from reduced mobility during cycling, in particular the hips, shoulders and knees.
Strengthening postural muscles to encourage correct seated alignment and ease overuse of the upper body and back strain.
Lengthening the commonly overdeveloped quadriceps, hip flexors and tight hamstrings.
Counteracting postures to balance out the cyclists position when astride a bike (eg. backbends etc).
Controlled breathing for increased exertion, endurance and efficiency.
The main aim being that students learn how to strengthen and stretch mindfully in class and apply these at any point pre or post ride and keep commonly developed cycle related injuries at bay.
Rebecca has trained in various forms of Dance, Anatomy & Physiology and most recently Yoga Teacher Training with Edward Clark and Elizabeth Connolly. She has taught and continues to teach these subjects since 2002.
Having cycled regularly for 16 years, practiced yoga for 13 and taught anatomy & physiology for 5, it made sense whilst doing my yoga teacher training to bring all disciplines together. What started off as simply a written assignment, gradually developed into a programme specifically designed to help cyclists.[/INDENT]
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Hey all,
Just wanted to let you all know that I'm going to start a yoga for cyclists class at my place in Sydenham, SE 26. Some of you will know me as a wheel builder but I've been teaching yoga since '93 and now that my yoga room is ready I want to start using it. It's a normal sized sitting room and can take up to five people comfortably, six at a squeeze which would be seven including myself.
I'm going to run a couple of taster sessions on Tuesday 5th April and Tuesday 12th April. From 7.00 - 8.00pm. This will be on a donation basis, sort of Radiohead download style. I would like to have at least three people to run the class. If there is a lot of demand then I might do second class from 8.00 - 9.00pm. I think that people wouldn't be able to make a 6.00pm one, but if you can make that one then I'll run one then.
This will be for beginners and people with very little experience and focused on postures to target muscle groups that become stiff or tight through cycling. Being a small group means that I can give more individual attention. I tend to deliver my classes so that what I call the pseudo-esoteric part is stripped out as well as any cultural elements. I focus on postures, breathing and anatomy per se and leave out any chanting or Hindu philosophy. So it's Eastern yoga but in a Western context.
The taster sessions will give you a chance to see if you like my style of teaching and if it benefits you. I'm trained mainly in the Iyengar system but have also studied Shandor, Scaravelli and Astanga. So there will be influences from those styles too. After Easter I'm going to run a ten week course which should give you a foundation in all the basic principles and I also plan on helping you to develop your own routine depending on what you need.
You can find address details on my wheel building site - http://yogarup.com/wheels/contact
Get in touch using the contact form on the wheel site, write a post here, PM me or send a text. Just so I have an idea of numbers and whether to run a second class.
Cheers,
Arup
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News from Rebecca:
Greetings cyclists, yogi's and friends,
No doubt you're all putting the miles in making the most of the warmth and sunshine!
YFC at Bodywise, Bethnal Green
Firstly, just a reminder that the new 7 week course at Bodywise will be beginning this **Thursday April 14th **at Bodywise (www.bodywisehealth.org) 8 - 9.15pm. If you are a complete beginner, I would recommend booking the whole course, If you have yoga experience, then feel free to attend on a drop-in basis.
This course was due to finish 26th May, however it will now be ending 9th June. This is due to recent news that I am due to have minor surgery on the 12th May. Nothing serious but it does involve stitches and I've been asked to give stretchy yogic action a break for a couple of weeks! So, the first four weeks will run from April 14th - 5th May. There will then be no class on May 12th and 19th. The last three weeks will run from 26th May - 9th June. Apologies, I know this is far from ideal, but 'tis surgery I cannot postpone...
YFC at Sukasport in Soho!
Secondly, YFC in Soho has been confirmed! Thank you to all of you who respnded with your preferences - looks like Wednesday 7 - 8.30pm works out best for most of you. The class will be starting 20th April. It will eventually also follow course format, but we will initially offer 4 taster sessions between 20th April - 11th May. Each class will probably follow a different theme. More info on this to come soon as well as class prices. Again, due to surgery, I won't be teaching Wed 18th May, but will return on the 25th when we will probably begin to teach in 7 week course format.
The class will take place at Sukasport (www.sukasport.com) - a new independent specialist gentleman's sports boutique - 47 Beak St, W1F 9SE. If you'd like to have a peak at the space, they will be having a launch event all day 'til 10pm this Thursday which you would be more than welcome to attend. I'll be there between 5.30pm - 7pm methinks.
Maybe see you then!
Please forward onto anyone you think may be interested...
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Bodywise/ Bogue going to be at this?
http://www.theyogashow.co.uk/london/home.php -
Rebecca is still doing the class at De Ver Cycles in Streatham, but it may be all booked up.
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Greetings fellow cyclists, yogi's and friends,
Hope this finds you riding plenty these sunny days either in this fair city or indeed elsewhere!
After a break for the month of August, YFC classes will resume in September. Dates and locations are thusly:
** Weekly class at Bodywise:**
The next course at Bodywise will begin Thursday 1st September. 'Tis open to all levels (including complete beginners) - 'twill be a 5 week course (ending 29th September).
As usual, the class will take place every Thursday at Bodywise (yoga and natural health centre) on 119 Roman rd E2 0QN. 8 – 9.15pm.
Prices are as follows:
£44 full price/ £31 concession
£10.50 full price/ £7 drop-in
It can be booked as a 5 week course or attended as drop-in classes. It works out cheaper if booked as a course (that is if you can make most of the classes) and even cheaper if you are a concession of any kind - student/ unemployed/ oap/ courier/ cycle instructor etc. If you have never done any yoga before I strongly encourage you to book a course. If you have yoga experience, you are welcome to drop in.
This class will of course benefit anyone who is engaged in other physical activities (climbers, runners etc.) or not - so welcome all.
There is bicycle parking available outside Bodywise. Bodywise encourages people not to bring bicycles inside as believe it or not, they are considered safer outside!
** Monthly workshop at Bodywise:**
This is not yet confirmed but will probably be taking place mid-September. More details soon!
Please contact bodywise directly to book onto a course - 0208 981 6938 (www.bodywisehealth.org).
** YFC at De Ver cycles:**
The next 6 week course will begin 5th September - every Monday 6.30-8pm (ending 10th October). There is only room in the shop for a maximum of 8 students - therefore if you are interested, please let me know sooner rather than later. As a result of low capacity, guaranteed places throughout the course can be ensured by paying for the course upfront (£50/ £35 conc.) or after the first class. For those with some experience of yoga, 'twill be £10/ £7 drop in price (provided there are available spaces).
De Ver Cycles is located at: 632 - 634 Streatham High Road SW16 3QL. Telephone: 020 8679 6197 or 0208 764 4028 (www.devercycles.co.uk)
Bikes can be brought in.
** YFC at Suka:**
The next 6 week course will begin at Suka on the 7th September ('til 12th October). The classes are held in the basement of this specialist sports shop on Wednesday evenings 7.15 – 8.45pm. Booking for the whole course upfront is recommended - 'tis £50/ £35 conc. Drop-in price for those with some experience of yoga is £10/ £7 conc.
Bikes can be brought in.
Suka is located at:
47 Beak st, W1F 9SE. www.sukasport.com
Any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Have a good rest of Summer wherever you may be and hope to see you in September!
peas,
Rebecca
yoga for cyclists
classes • workshops • one-on-one
Rebecca Bogue
FURTHER INFO:
This class specifically addresses a cyclists typical physical tendencies as a result of the imbalance created by repeated overexertion of some muscle groups and underutilisation of others. The class will concentrate specifically on:
Increasing full mobility in the joints that suffer from reduced mobility during cycling, in particular the hips, shoulders and knees.
Strengthening postural muscles to encourage correct seated alignment and ease overuse of the upper body and back strain.
Lengthening the commonly overdeveloped quadriceps, hip flexors and tight hamstrings.
Counteracting postures to balance out the cyclists position when astride a bike (eg. backbends etc).
Controlled breathing for increased exertion, endurance and efficiency.
The main aim being that students learn how to strengthen and stretch mindfully in class and apply these at any point pre or post ride and keep commonly developed cycle related injuries at bay.
Rebecca has trained in various forms of Dance, Anatomy & Physiology and most recently Yoga Teacher Training with Edward Clark and Elizabeth Connolly. She has taught and continues to teach these subjects since 2002.
Having cycled regularly for 16 years, practiced yoga for 13 and taught anatomy & physiology for 5, it made sense whilst doing my yoga teacher training to bring all disciplines together. What started off as simply a written assignment, gradually developed into a programme specifically designed to help cyclists.
FYI details of the next set of classes in September, at 3 venues.
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More news from Rebecca--good news on bodywise, which has been threatened with closure.
**Weekly class at Bodywise: **
The next course at Bodywise will begin Thursday 1st September. 'Tis open to all levels (including complete beginners). **We are now able to confirm that Bodywise will remain open 'til Christmas at least, meaning that the current 5 week course will be extended to a 7 week course - ie. rather than ending the 29th September, it will now finish 13th October. We will then be able to run another 7 week course after that.
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As usual, the class will take place every Thursday at Bodywise (yoga and natural health centre) on 119 Roman rd E2 0QN. 8 – 9.15pm.Prices are as follows:
£10.50 full price/ £7 concession
This class will of course benefit anyone who is engaged in other physical activities (climbers, runners etc.) or not - so welcome all.
There is bicycle parking available outside Bodywise. Bodywise encourages people not to bring bicycles inside as believe it or not, they are considered safer outside!
Monthly workshop at Bodywise:
Theme confirmed:
YOGA FOR CYCLISTS WORKSHOP w/ Rebecca
Sat 17th September: 2.30 – 5.30pm
£24 full/ £18 concession
This open level workshop (some experience of yoga preferable but not essential) will be exploring flexibility. We will focus predominantly on the leg and lower back muscle groups via a variety of approaches to stretching including active, dynamic, passive, static, isometric and relaxed. Find out which combination of stretching types work best for you and complements your cycling routine. The pace will be slow, challenging and restorative – recommended for the stiff cyclist!
Please contact bodywise directly to book onto a course and/ or workshop - 0208 981 6938 (www.bodywisehealth.org).
YFC at De Ver cycles:
The next 7 week course will begin 5th September - every Monday 6.30-8pm (ending 17th October). There is only room in the shop for a maximum of 8 students - therefore if you are interested, please let me know sooner rather than later. As a result of low capacity, guaranteed places throughout the course can be ensured by paying for the course upfront (£60/ £42 conc.) or after the first class. For those with some experience of yoga, 'twill be £10/ £7 drop in price (provided there are available spaces).
De Ver Cycles is located at: 632 - 634 Streatham High Road SW16 3QL. Telephone: 020 8679 6197 or 0208 764 4028 (www.devercycles.co.uk)
Bikes can be brought in.
**YFC at Suka:
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The next 7 week course will begin at Suka on the 7th September ('til 12th October please note there will be no class 14th September). The classes are held in the basement of this specialist sports shop on Wednesday evenings 6.30 - 8pm. Booking for the whole course upfront is recommended - 'tis £60/ £42 conc. Drop-in price for those with some experience of yoga is £10/ £7 conc.Bikes can be brought in.
Suka is located at:
47 Beak st, W1F 9SE. www.sukasport.com
Any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Maybe see you soon!
Rebecca
yoga for cyclists
classes • workshops • one-on-one
Rebecca Bogue
FURTHER INFO:
This class specifically addresses a cyclists typical physical tendencies as a result of the imbalance created by repeated overexertion of some muscle groups and underutilisation of others. The class will concentrate specifically on:
Increasing full mobility in the joints that suffer from reduced mobility during cycling, in particular the hips, shoulders and knees.
Strengthening postural muscles to encourage correct seated alignment and ease overuse of the upper body and back strain.
Lengthening the commonly overdeveloped quadriceps, hip flexors and tight hamstrings.
Counteracting postures to balance out the cyclists position when astride a bike (eg. backbends etc).
Controlled breathing for increased exertion, endurance and efficiency.
The main aim being that students learn how to strengthen and stretch mindfully in class and apply these at any point pre or post ride and keep commonly developed cycle related injuries at bay.
Rebecca has trained in various forms of Dance, Anatomy & Physiology and most recently Yoga Teacher Training with Edward Clark and Elizabeth Connolly. She has taught and continues to teach these subjects since 2002.
Having cycled regularly for 16 years, practiced yoga for 13 and taught anatomy & physiology for 5, it made sense whilst doing my yoga teacher training to bring all disciplines together. What started off as simply a written assignment, gradually developed into a programme specifically designed to help cyclists.
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after 23 years of gentle persuasion from wifey, i finally joined Iyengar Yoga Institute, Maida Vale foundation course last saturday.. early days but i can feel the benefits already.. i want to future proof my legs, back, wellbeing and get back to running again, as alot of my recent injuries were from marathon training..
:)
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Bump for an update on 2012 dates from Rebecca, slightly late for the complete current courses, but perhaps useful if you want to drop in.
Dear cyclists, yogis and friends,
Hope this finds you spinning swiftly during these cold days!A wee update for YFC in the new year. The good news is Bodywise will remain in current Roman rd. premises 'til end of March at least so we will be running at least two more courses there and a few workshops.
The next 7 week YFC course at Bodywise (119 Roman rd. E2 0QN www.bodywisehealth.org 0208 981 6938) will begin Thursday January 5th (ending 16th Feb). Please note the new time and price: 7.45 - 9.15pm, £68.50 full/ £50.50 conc. Drop-in prices: £11.50 full/ £8 conc. As usual, enrolling on the course will work out cheaper (if you can make most of the classes that is). If you have never done any yoga, I would encourage you to complete the course. If you have yoga experience, feel free to drop in.
The next **YFC workshop **will take place **Saturday January 28th 2.30 - 5.30pm. **The theme is yet to be decided. I will let you know in January. Meanwhile feel free to make suggestions!
Please book by contacting Bodywise.
The next 7 week YFC course at De Ver Cycles (632 - 634 Streatham High rd, SW16 3QL www.devercycles.co.uk 0208 679 6197) will begin **Monday 9th January 6.30 - 8pm **(ending 20th Feb). Course price: £60 full/ £50 conc. Drop-in price £10 full/ £8 conc. Important: please note this class will only run if we have a minimum of 5 students enrolling/ paying upfront. We can fit 8 people in comfortably. So if you are interested, please do email me to let me know as soon as you are able.
Meanwhile I wish you all a good break - hope it is fun and/ or relaxing wherever you may be!
I look forward to seeing you in the New Year.
Peas,
Rebecca
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Info about the next course:
Greetings cyclists, yogis and friends,
Hope this finds you spinning swiftly and keeping warm!Just a quick update. The next YFC 6 week course will begin Thursday February 23rd 7.45 - 9.15pm (ending 29th March).
And the next workshop will be taking place Sat 25th February. Both the course and workshop will be taking place at Bodywise - 119 Roman rd. E2 0QN www.bodywisehealth.org. 0208 981 6938. Please book directly with Bodywise.
Please see below for details:
YOGA FOR CYCLISTS WORKSHOP w/ Rebecca
Sat 25th February: 2.30 – 5.30pm
£24 full/ £18 concession
This open level workshop (some experience of yoga preferable but not essential) will be exploring **the ****iliopsoas. ****This pair of hip flexing muscles are often overlooked and yet essential to the action of cycling. We will be shedding some light on its location and function as well as learning how to release and lengthen them by practicing postures that open up the trunk and pelvis. **Do forward on to anyone you think might be interested and don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.
Hope to practice with you soon.
Peas,
Rebecca
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