Refresh & Reconnect: Adult yoga & meditation for beginners

If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and stressed, allow yourself some space to learn, grow and relax at Refresh and Connect - an adult yoga and meditation course for beginners. 

This will be an inviting space for people who would like an introduction to mindfulness and yoga at a relaxed pace, with each session building on the previous one. 

Explore slow and gentle techniques to reduce stress, anxiety and restore balance. Watch your overall wellbeing and mental health improve, whilst connecting with fellow beginners.

Facilitated by experienced instructor and yogi Bhav Patel, join in six sessions over six weeks, commencing 21 May 2024 from 6.30-7.30pm every Tuesday at George Burnett Leisure Centre. 

BYO yoga mat is encouraged however some will be available at each session.

More ways to feel good: 100% of ticket proceeds will go to R U OK, a public health promotion charity that aims to start life-changing conversations.

Session Overview:

Week 1 - Introduction to yoga, what to expect and breakdown of a typical class. Working at your own pace to become more in-tune with your body and mind, basic floor poses and understanding modifications.

Week 2 - Standing poses building to a simple flow and spinal movement, alignment, symmetrical versus asymmetrical poses.

Week 3 - Breath focus, why and how to breathe effectively both in and out of class and the effect on nervous system. The importance of yoga in modern context, incorporating a basic breathing technique into the practise.

Week 4 - Further exploration of poses, including a balance theme, how this effects the mind/focus aspect. Introduction to meditation.

Week 5 - Working towards a complete sequence for last week, seated, prone, supine poses, with more balance work.

Week 6 - Full 60 min class incorporating everything we've learnt so far.

About the Instructor:

Yoga became a central part of Bhav's life upon moving to Perth from the UK in 2012, marking the beginning of her journey of self-discovery. Inspired by her mother's graceful practice since childhood, she began her own yoga journey during her teenage years in the UK.

Teaching yoga emerged as a calling after years of dedicated practice, supported by her community and affirmed by a Vedic astrology reading.

Embracing the principles of accountability and self-reflection, Bhav continually evolve both personally and professionally, integrating yoga's teachings into life as a mother. Bhav teaches small groups and 1:1 sessions at Yogalab, Mala Yoga and Flow Space.

In partnership with:

This program is in partnership with Mentally Healthy WA to promote the Act Belong Commit health campaign.

The City encourages our residents to Act (do something), Belong (do something with someone), and Commit (do something meaningful) and this is a great way to improve your mental and physical health.