We know from listening to everyone at our Drop-In meetings that stress is one of the major issues following Critical Care - and this does not only apply to ex-patients - it affects their loved ones just as much, if not more.
There are so many things to worry about - from health issues and recovery of strength and fitness - to work related problems and of course finance.
We aim to help you deal with the stress through yoga sessions and relaxation workshops like the ones below.
RELAXATION WORKSHOPS
Jo Ruffell, one of our trainers, has run a number of Relaxation sessions for us - you can read more about Jo on our Exercise page.
Jo talks about the benefits of body awareness, breathing and relaxation. There are breathing exercises and gentle movements that relieve tension and promote good posture. Jo also explains how and why things get tight and ways to relieve the tightness. The session starts sitting and then for the relaxation practice, for those that can, moves to the floor, or if the floor would not be appropriate, a comfortable chair/sofa/bed so that everyone can participate.
JO HAS KINDLY ALLOWED US TO RECORD SOME OF HER SESSIONS, SO PLEASE CLICK ON THE BUTTON BELOW TO WATCH.
RELAXATION WORKSHOP WITH JO
Guided practice to help you relax.
Monday 28 September 2024 at 9 pm
Learn the techniques and go to bed ready for a good night's sleep!
Contact us to book please -
numbers are limited.
GENTLE YOGA
Yoga is a tremendous way to improve flexibility, aid breathing and counter stress to aid relaxation. This session is chair-based so everyone can join.
Patients, family and friends are all welcome to attend. The sessions are free. Please get in touch via our Contact Us page if you would like to join the Group.
Rebecca Pritchard
Rebecca has a passion for helping others discover and define their own yoga and self care practices. Her intention is to guide, educate and empower people to learn about their bodies and minds, and find ways to take control of their health mentally, physically and emotionally by developing sustainable long-term practices that work for them!
Teaching Style:
Over the years she has developed her own style that combines the essence and heart of traditional yoga teachings with the modern world of functional & therapeutic movement, functional breathing and relaxation. Her classes aim to create a safe and welcoming environment where students can discover what works for them by staying true and connected to their individual needs. She encourages self-exploration and likes to expose students to new and fun ways to challenge what they think yoga ‘should be’.
In addition, her functional breathwork training (with Buteyko and The Oxygen Advantage) plays an important role in educating and helping people navigate stress, improve sleep and relaxation as well as improve general health through better breathing.
Rebecca’s Qualifications/Certificates
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Tai Chi & Qi Gong for Rehabilitation
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Buteyko Breathing Instructor
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Advanced Oxygen Advantage® Breathing Instructor
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E-RYT 200 - Yoga Teacher Hatha/Vinyasa
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Yoga Tune Up® Method Teacher
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Co-active Life Coach, ICF
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Yoga Tune Up® The Roll Model Method - Self Massage Teacher
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Animal Flow® Level 1 Instructor Course
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Trigger Point Master Trainer
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Yoga Therapy for Common Ailment (SVAYASA University, Bangalore)