Sound Meditation Healing Yoga

The origin of everything is vibration or sound.  The essence of our being is meditation. The silencing of the mind waves leads to healing. This is Yoga. 

"Vibe high and the magic around you will unfold.”

We exist within a vast ocean of vibration, both within and without. Everything is constantly vibrating, and there's no escaping this reality—whether we're awake or asleep, the vibrations persist. At times, our vibration can be some way from optimal, and that's perfectly okay. The notion of 'High Vibe Only' is misleading and unrealistic: there is no night without day … With the only true constant in the universe being change, and since the mind is incredibly powerful, it's important to remember that you can shift your vibe in an instant.

Our mind state influences our vibration, which is why it's crucial to ‘switch off’ relax and re-tune. This is one reason why practices like yoga and meditation are so appealing. The sound vibrations from specially crafted gongs and Himalayan singing bowls can significantly accelerate this process, helping us reconnect with our true selves and facilitating the releases that occur in this state. In my view, the recent trend of categorizing yoga into various 'types' is largely about branding and the limitations that come with it.

If you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed; you have back issues or any other physical ailments, come and try gong yoga.  If it’s the case that the vast subject of yoga is overwhelming for you or simply that you require some assistance with a particular aspect it would be an honour to assist you on your journey; to tailor make a programme for you and any specific aliments that you may be carrying and that need to be addressed. A teacher can help you though a stuck phase. Through disease, both acute and chronic. 

Many options are available. Yoga Classes, Sound baths, Healing sessions, Meditation and Mindfulness Programmes. All are tailored on an individual basis. 

Tradition with a contemporary twist. Yoga classes have elements of sound and various traditions and are constantly evolving.

Roger has had a lifelong fascination with yoga & various ancient Eastern philosophies. He has studied widely and deeply: TCM, Shiatsu, Shamanic indigenous Native North & South American cultures as well as with some of the world’s foremost names in yoga. He started a Hatha yoga practice, initially and principally self-study from books in 1972. His teaching is thoughtful, intelligent, insightful and often playful. Using Nada Yoga (Sound - Gongs, Himalayan Singing Bowls and other traditional instruments) in class to raise consciousness.

Classes are tailored to student’s needs - with neither age, inexperience nor injury being a barrier. Breath & body are encouraged to work together, allowing progressive opening and release.

Roger has explored and practised many avenues of yoga and truly believes that there is only one style; ‘No Style’ as each and every one of us is unique. The umbrella term 'Hat-Ha Yoga' in the sense of ’Yoga of Determined Effort' is a reminder that focus and discipline are at the core of our practice as in every other walk of life. Flowing; sometimes dynamic - sometimes passive. Balancing energy flow. Balancing flexibility with strength ... Classes are thus an eclectic mix, always tailored to the group or individual situation.  

 "After many years of Yoga practice; and on the basis that no two bodies are alike, I have developed an approach to teaching that encourages a freedom to explore.  A style that is balanced and is an amalgam of different styles and schools of yoga; methods that resonate with me in terms of power and efficacy.  From a great love of the various traditional series and traditions in yoga, my real interest is in practicing and teaching any aspect of Yoga that works.  Thus,  rather than adhering to a single viewpoint - or 'style' - I do my best to connect to each student with what’s relevant to them at their point on their journey."   Unique classes are conducted to encourage students to apply a therapeutic approach to their personal practice and to encourage an adventurous spirit.  This will aid your well-being and the prospect of continuing to practice decades into the future with real harmony and joy.  "My various holistic studies outside of the traditional yoga framework contribute greatly to my understanding of Yoga and the connection between the Divine, Body and Self."  

Some years ago, whilst on a traditional  and strictly regimented immersive cpd training in India; my room-mate handed me the book Yoga Body to read.  What I got from the book is that the frequently used term "the ancient practice of yoga " isn't entirely accurate – personally it liberated me to incorporate & teach various techniques ; many of which were from outside the ‘traditional’ yoga paradigm.  At this time, I feel that posture yoga is an evolving art form.  As long as we stay present and connected to the breath in our physical practice, what’s to restrict us from moving and connecting in whatever ways that our creativity takes us?  Appropriating along the way – just as whichever ‘Guruji’ you care to mention did.   

Roger has studied extensively in India and is a certified Senior Teacher with the Yoga Alliance.

Vibes Speak Louder than Words
Come try this particular special mix of yoga and gong.

Yoga is therapy and a route to healing