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discover the magic of Qigong & Yoga in bournemouth

Are you ready to embark on a journey of discovering what wellbeing and harmony feel like for you? Join me for invigorating Qigong and yoga classes designed for everybody and every body, where inclusivity and accessibility are at the heart of my practice. Whether you prefer the cosy atmosphere of an indoor space or the refreshing embrace of nature in outdoor settings, I offer classes in both environments, ensuring you have the flexibility to choose what suits you best.

Experience uplifting and seasonally themed sessions that will not only quieten your mind but also invigorate your body, leaving you with a renewed sense of energy and well-being. Embracing the elements and the essence of each season, my classes create a profound connection with the natural world.

1. Tuesdays 10:00am - 11:15am Embracing the Seasons at Coda Arts and Music, Chewton Farm Road, BH23 5QL

Join me at Coda Arts and Music in Walkford near Highcliffe for an enriching and energising Qigong class, 'Embracing the Seasons: Gentle Creative Movement.' Suitable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners, this ongoing class offers gentle movements, reflective writing, and guided meditations designed to harmonize your mind, body, and spirit. Discover the transformative power of Qigong in a nurturing environment that supports your well-being and creativity at every level.

Unlock your inner resilience, cultivate joy, and embrace the natural rhythms of life in a supportive and welcoming environment. No prior experience is required – just bring an open heart, playful curiosity, and a willingness to explore.

Pricing: £72 for 8-week term
More information and to book: https://www.coda.org.uk/shop/p/embracing-the-seasons-1
Dates: Currently booking 22 October - 10 December
Days & Times: Tuesdays 10.00am - 11.15am

2. Tuesday 2:45pm - 3:45pm Qigong with Rakhee in Christchurch at St. Joseph’s Centre, 67 Purewell, Christchurch, BH23 1EH

Unlock the secrets to vibrant health and balance with our regular Qigong class at St Joseph's Hall in Christchurch. Delve into graceful movements, breathwork, and meditation techniques, while exploring the profound connection between organ and meridian systems for emotional and physical balance. The movements are gentle and accessible, with chairs available for those who need them. Please email me to book. Please note that booking is now open for: 29 October - 3 December.
Pricing:
Six consecutive sessions booked in advance: £50 total
Advance booked sessions: £9 per session
Drop-in: £11
Friends and Family (two people booking all six sessions): £90

3. Wednesday 10.00 am - 11.00 am - Qigong Community Class at TOSH, Gladstone Mews, BH7 6BG (From 2 October 2024)

Experience Qigong every Wednesday at 10 am. Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice combining gentle movement, breathwork, and meditation to promote energy flow, balance, and well-being. It helps cultivate inner calm and vitality, making it a perfect practice for both mental and physical health. This community class is suitable for everyone, including beginners. It operates on a pay-by-donation basis, with a suggested donation between £5 - £12.
Booking essential. Please email me to book

4. Thursday 7.30 pm - 8.30pm - Winter Warmer Qigong at TOSH, Gladstone Mews, BH7 6BG (7 November - 28 November 2024)

This course is designed to support your health and well-being as we transition into winter. Each session will help you prepare physically and mentally for the colder months, with forms that focus on building strength, boosting your immune system, and cultivating energy to thrive during the darker days of November. Please email me to book.

Dates: Thursdays 7, 14, 21, 28 November
Times: 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Price: £40 (£38 early bird rate if booked by 15 October)

5. Sundays 10.30am - 12.00 - Movement and Stillness: Monthly Qigong Practice at TOSH, Gladstone Mews, BH7 6BG

Join me for a 90-minute monthly Qigong class where we explore seasonal themes through a balance of fluid, flowing forms and static holds. These extended practices give you the space to settle more deeply into the movements, allowing for a richer experience of both strength and softness. With time for reflection, questions, and personal exploration, each class offers the opportunity to connect more fully with your body and the seasonal energy around you.

Day: Sunday
Dates: 29 January, 23 February, 23 March, 27 April
Times: 10.30 - 12.00
Price: £17 per session or £60 when booking all four.
How to Book: Please email me to book.

ON DEMAND CLASSES

I have filmed a variety of yoga classes of different lengths to fit into your busiest day. You can see the free previews below and practice the complete class on Movement for Modern Life. There’s a free 14-day trial and use RAKHEE20 to get 20% off your subscription.

MORNING YOGA BOOST

This morning yoga boost is perfect for when you're too busy for a full class. You'll be surprised the wonder that a short yoga practice can make! This gently energising yoga class is a wonderful way to warm your body and mind up in the morning. Short, sweet and suitable for most bodies, this class is also a perfect as mid-morning break. You'll need a block.

AFTERNOON YOGA BOOST

This yoga class is the perfect energiser for when you’re needing an afternoon work break. Better than coffee! A mostly standing yoga class which includes some somatic moves to wake you up and give you a shake up! Expect some simple yoga, joint mobilisation and shaking - great to help you to reset and re-invigorate. This class can be done without a mat if necessary, so is perfect for when you're on the go or in the workplace.

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EVENING PAUSE AND RECHARGE

Unwind from your day with this gentle, peaceful hatha yoga class. Take a breath and create your own happy hour, to pause between the business of the day and the softness of the evening. The class comprises mainly seated and supine poses - a wonderful way to pause and recharge. You will need a bolster. A strap and a blanket also provide additional support. This class offers a luxurious and gentle warm up, followed by a slow flow and finally allows you to drop into a deep rest.

MORNING YOGA TO CALM

When you have a busy day ahead, take time in the morning to move into an intentional state of calm. This means that you'll be able to respond wisely rather than react, which is crucial for wise, compassionate living. This yoga class takes inspiration from the stillness and fluidity of mountain lakes and streams. It explores calmness in flow and stillness and moving between them. Expect to move, finding fluidity in the spine and flow with mindfully paced yoga. You will need a block or brick.

MORNING YOGA FOR STEADINESS

A really beautiful slow flow vinyasa yoga class which takes its inspiration from mountains; this class will explore grounding and firm foundations. Start the day grounded, steady and strong. The focus on this class is standing poses and moving mindfully with the breath between poses. Also a great class for during the day for when you're feeling a bit 'in your head', frazzled or overwhelmed. Learn to leave your stress from a busy mind behind and move as a mountain: steady, grounded, firm.

MORNING YOGA FOR EASE

This yoga class invites us to meet our morning with ease. We draw our inspiration from nature and the spaciousness of a mountain. A feeling of spaciousness in our life ensures that when we meet life's inevitable challenges, we're able to respond in an open-hearted way, without constriction or tightening. This is a well-rounded, yoga class with some qigong moves, but the focus is on twists and side bends and on creating space in the body and the mind resulting in a feeling of ease.

“I am new to yoga but Rakhee’s easy to follow instructions made me feel relaxed and confident. I loved her calm energy and thoughtful explanation which prepared both body and mind for the day ahead.”
— Linden Hemsi - Teaching Assistant