movement medicine

Movement Medicine is a holistic Yoga instructor in Watford, offering a range of services to complement western medicine in NW London and Hertfordshire. The instructor is trained in mandala vinyasa, hatha, and yin yoga styles, as well as crystal sound bowl healing. They are certified to provide public classes and private sessions.

For public classes, Movement Medicine offers sessions at various locations throughout the week. They teach at Anytime Fitness in Croxley Green on Mondays from 17:30-18:10, Everyone Active in Chalfont St Peter on Mondays from 20:15-21:15 and Wednesdays from 20:15-21:15, Yoga Collective in Hatch End on the last Friday of the month from 18:30-19:30 and Sundays from 09:00-10:00, as well as Forest House in Watford on Saturdays from 13:40-14:40 and Sundays from 16:40-18:00.

In addition to the public classes, Movement Medicine offers private sessions. These can take place at Harefield Hospital in Harefield or in the comfort of your own home. The specific time for these sessions is to be confirmed on Wednesdays. They can accommodate 1:1 sessions or larger group classes upon request.

The goal of Movement Medicine is to help individuals remove the barriers that may be preventing them from joining public yoga classes or studios. They aim to build mental and physical confidence safely, helping individuals find joy in mindful movement through asana, pranayama, and meditation. The instructor has a background in Biomedical Science and Physician Associate Studies, with eight years of experience caring for NHS patients with chronic medical and respiratory conditions.

Movement Medicine emphasises that yoga is not about gymnastics or achieving specific poses like splits or handstands. Instead, they focus on using yoga poses as a way to get into the body and build mind-body connexion. They welcome individuals of all levels and abilities to join them on the mat with kindness.

In the Frequently Asked Questions section, Movement Medicine provides information about yoga and addresses common inquiries. They explain that yoga is more than just an exercise class, but a structure of eight principles for living. They also clarify that flexibility is not a requirement for practising yoga and emphasise the strength-building aspects of yoga. The instructor also highlights the benefits of yoga for stress management, but notes that weight loss is influenced by many factors beyond exercise alone.

Lastly, they advise that practising yoga with the guidance of a teacher is recommended to ensure correct form and to prevent injuries. While some poses can be learned from books, YouTube, or Instagram, the instruction and modifications provided by a teacher maximise the benefits. Equipment or props are not mandatory for yoga, but they can be helpful for certain poses and modifications.