Pranayama, Meditation and Yoga Nidra Course with Steven

Wednesday 7 May – 28 May 2025 // 7.15pm – 8.30pm
$135 // $121.50 members price (10% off)

Join Steven for this 4 week course in Pranayama, Meditation and Yoga Nidra

Pranayama (Breathe control) is the 4th limb in Pantanjali’s 8 limb path to self realisation. The word Prana refers to ‘energy’ or ‘life force’. It is the essence that keeps us alive as well as the energy in the universe around us. Prana often describes the breath, and by working with the way we breathe and starting to understand it, we begin to affect the quality of the mind in a very direct way. We start to realise that the breath and mind are intimately related, that one affects the other. By becoming more aware of how we breathe, we start to notice changes in our state of being. Pranayama is sometimes described as the ‘jewel in the crown of yoga practice’ and can be personal and profound. This resonates with me and I hope that this course will help you to discover this as well.

In this 4 week course we will look at some of the traditional fundamental breath rhythms you may come across in general classes, plus others that may be new to you. We will explore both calming and more stimulating breathing techniques, and will ensure we have the time and space to feel it within the mind and body.

Each night will begin with a short but precise warm up to prepare the body for sitting. We will then set up our seat to ensure we are comfortable by using props and explore a few different breath rhythms. After the breathing practise we will move into a seated meditation where we will have time to notice and absorb the gentle effects of the breath work, setting up the conditions for stillness and joy to arise. We will then finish each night laying down, and you’ll be taken through a long Yoga Nidra (guided restorative meditation practise) to further release and relax and help to assimilate all that you have learnt.

We recommend you wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in and bring something like a spare t-shirt, scarf or eye mask to cover your eyes for the Yoga Nidra.

A basic level of yoga experience will help you get the most out of this course. If you have any health conditions please get in contact to discuss suitability.

Note: Students on the fortnightly membership receive 10% off.