Yoga For Kids
By Marita Dortins As adults, we often look upon the world of children as being idyllic. With no bills to pay, no work commitments, and no complicated adult relationships, kids can focus on having fun [...]
Grateful Acceptance, the fruit of Meditation
By Swami Pujan Swami Pujan is leading his annual Meditation Training Course at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre from Sunday 28 January to Saturday 3 February. In this article he explores the benefits of a regular [...]
Abhyanga – Self Massage
Abhyanga, the ayurvedic oil massage is an integral part of the daily routine recommended by this healing system for overall health and well-being. It is nourishing, pacifies the doshas, relieves fatigue, provides stamina, enhances the [...]
Embracing Winter with Yoga: Tips to beat the Winter Blues
As the winter season settles in, it's common to experience a dip in energy levels and a longing for warmth and sunshine. However, with the right approach, yoga can be a [...]
Riding the Wave of Women’s Yoga
By Ana Davis Did you know there’s a new wave in yoga? It’s Women’s Yoga. It’s all about embodying a more feminine approach to this ancient practice. It’s a niche-yoga that’s fast catching on. That’s [...]
Restoring Balance: Restorative Yoga and Yin Yoga – what’s the difference?
These days, Restorative Yoga and Yin Yoga are bandied about as synonymous. Senior Bliss Baby Yoga teacher trainer, Jennifer Allen teaches both styles and helps clear up the confusion – they are in many ways [...]
Moving with the Womb: Feminine Yoga for Women’s Ages and Stages
“When we're in our flow, all we have to do is walk across a room to be mesmerizing. We feel confident in ourselves because we’re connected to the earth and in harmony with her rhythms, cycles, [...]
On Fertile Ground: Yoga for Fertility
This month Bliss Baby Yoga Director and Founder Ana Davis discusses the role of yoga and meditation practices in supporting and enhancing fertility for women who are preparing or trying to conceive. She spoke with [...]
Prenatal Yoga: Promoting a healthy and joyful nine months
Prenatal Yoga has become a sought-after, niche area. Trained prenatal yoga teachers find that their classes are overflowing with eager expectant mothers looking to enhance their pregnancy with yoga. In this article, Ana Davis explores [...]
How to survive the silly season and still keep sane
– By Liz Dene Well it is almost upon us, the biggest time of the year. The time when we put our usual routine on hold and focus on the never-ending parties, social catch ups [...]