Qigong, pronounced “chi gong,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimise energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being.
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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.
Strong to the core
In this session, women’s health coach Baz Moffat leads you through a session designed to mobilise, strengthen and stretch your core and your body in a way that is aligned with a females anatomy and physiology. The vibe is focussed but chilled - you won’t feel the burn, or be smashing out jumping jacks, we move and train for 30 minutes together to energise and rebalance our bodies. Anyone can do this session.
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.