Catherine Annis presents simple movement techniques to help mobilise and release tense, stiff or painful areas of your lower, middle or upper back, including sciatica. If you experience stiffness, discomfort or persistent pain in your back, this session is for you. Catherine has designed some simple movements to help soothe and settle your back. This is a practical session, suitable for everyone, regardless of movement experience and ability. You don’t need any special clothing – these practices are designed to be used at any time or place, at work or at home.
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Capoeira
Capoeira is an exciting and dynamic Afro-Brazilian art-form that combines elements of movement, dance, martial arts, music, and play. Don't be put off joining a capoeira class because you're not a gymnast or acrobat. Beginners are not expected to be able to do cartwheels and handstands from the outset! However, your fitness will build from day one and after a few months of training, you might be surprised what you can do. Watch this session to learn basic moves whilst listening to upbeat music and find out a bit of history behind this fascinating form of martial art.
Relax and unwind
Join Catherine Annis for 30-minutes to learn some simple breathing and movement techniques to help you unwind, release stress and unnecessary tension. Catherine briefly introduces the Vagus nerve and show how we can access it to reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure and heart rate and improve sleep. This is a soothing session, suitable for everyone, regardless of movement experience and ability.
Forest bathing – getting back to nature
Known in Japan as ‘shinrin yoku’, forest-bathing is a simple outdoors relaxation method to help boost health and wellbeing. Join us to discover more including exercises to try when you’re out in nature.