We had a fabulous start to the summer with the June 2009 holiday in Portugal. 11 guests arrived for a week of yoga, good company and great food in the fabulous surroundings of Quinta Mimosa. New guests instantly relaxed in the wonderful atmosphere and returning guests settled back into familiar surroundings with a smile.
The group [...]
Posts Tagged as ‘Yoga’
June 25, 2009
Notes from Rachel’s June yoga holiday.
January 6, 2009
Yoga Days in Bournemouth – 2009
For details of day events in Bournemouth, click HERE
These Yoga workshops are hosted by the Dorset and Hampshire Iyengar Yoga Institute. There are also detals of holidays and other events.
Do contact me if you have any questions regarding your suitablility, or the teacher, deirections etc. They are generally held in Trinity Church Hall, Southbourne Road, [...]
December 29, 2008
Need some New Year Resolutions for 2009?
I have used some of BKS Iyengar’s thoughts as my inspiration for these nine resolutions.
1. ‘Giving does not impoverish. With-holding does not enrich.’
Of course, giving is not just about money, it could be time, a little love, a smile. Make this the year to really do give of yourself. Look close to home and see who in your immediate circle might [...]
September 30, 2008
Hannah’s Yogini Granola Recipe
Download the recipe HERE.
This is a modification of a great recipe served at the sumptuous brunch on one of our yoga holidays in Portugal. It was meant for the few wheat-free guests, but quickly became a favourite with everybody. It will set you up for the day, and is a great alternative for a tea-time snack. I [...]
July 8, 2008
* 20 Ways to recycle your old yoga mat.
We have wooden floors at home. They look lovely, but bath mats and rugs are lethal! I have cured the problem using several old yoga mats as thin, soft underlay for the rugs. Old mats are also useful when cut to fit the footwell in the car, for keeping your car floor mud and dust free.
Thanks to the team at Yogamatters for [...]
July 3, 2008
A Smoothie – the best breakfast ever!
The Smoothie is my Defence Against the Dark Arts, when the see-saw of energy and emotions, sleepless nights, and ageing generally gets in the way of my feeling fabulous. Last year we moved endlessly, living out of suitcases in various flats and a caravan, with everything but the bare essentials in storeage. But I took my trusty blender everywhere with [...]
