Course Overview
Become healthier and stronger with Dru Yoga! Many everyday activities rely on using core muscle strength. Having a stronger core could mean better posture‚ balance and less injuries. The gentle Dru approach releases tension on all levels of being and relieves many health conditions.
Dru Yoga seeks to strengthen and train the muscles in the pelvis, lower back and abdomen to support the spine. Using simple, graceful, invigorating movements combined with breath, you will feel stronger and more relaxed. Flowing shoulder movements open the heart to enjoyment.
This gentle and invigorating exercise aims to not only enhance your physical well-being but also promote a sense of inner calm and balance. Dru means to connect to your inner still point.
Modifications are available to accommodate all levels of fitness, ensuring a welcoming and accessible environment for all participants.
Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!
What you will learn
Course outline
During the course the instructor will show and explain each yoga pose including demonstrating modifications for poses as required.
In this course you can learn:
- Different yoga poses and sequences
- Warm up activations
- Energy block releases
- Body preparations for yoga poses
- Breathwork
- Relaxation techniques
We begin with gentle warm-up activations to get the body prepared before the energy block releases spread warmth to the muscles to allow for the movement of energy to flow smoothly through the body.
Breathwork is taught and each student is encouraged to find their own capacity and breath rhythm.
The body preparation and yoga poses are sometimes within the activations and energy block release movements.
Throughout the term, you will come to understand the purpose and benefit of stretching and strengthening exercises and finding your inner still point.
Please note: This is a guide only.
Course outcome
Dru yoga builds on your physical and mental coping mechanisms from the inside out. Tension is released, the body/mind soothed and vitality is enhanced through physical awareness, postural alignment and relaxation.
What you need to know
Entry requirements
No prior experience of yoga is needed. You will be asked to complete a general health questionnaire in the first class.
What you need to provide
- Bottle of cool water
- Blanket
- Yoga mat
- Small pillow
Other information
- This course is not designed for people who are pregnant.
- Students sign a medical/ information form at the first class.
- If you are new to exercise or have a pre-existing condition, please seek information from their GP before participating.
- Avoid eating a heavy meal two hours before the class. Please do not drink for one hour prior to class or during the class. Please have plenty of water earlier on during the day.
- Ladies: For comfort, avoid bras with underwire for yoga classes.
- Student's health needs are considered and alternative postures are provided to meet individual health issues, level of strength, flexibility and fitness.