Yoga with Pam
Beginners
Brand new to yoga or still getting to grips with the basics.
It’s best to learn the basics, which includes a class structure that becomes familiar to you, as well as beginner’s poses, or asana.
The intensity of the class matters. If you are a beginner but very fit, and able to handle a more rigorous routine, seek a general beginner’s, “basics” or “all levels” class.
You may be less mobile and need a slower-paced class. Seek a “gentle” or even a chair-yoga class until you feel ready to try a more traditional beginner’s approach. Chronic illness or injury recovery can also be supported with yoga; in this case the best support might be in a restorative class, or consider a one to one session
I love to share the basics with people new to yoga, and have been introducing people to yoga for over 20 years.
Please feel free to get in touch for further guidance. Or book a class here
Improvers
Level 1: One or more years’ yoga experience, seeking more challenge.
Level 2: Two or more years’ yoga experience, good foundation, developing the practice.
If you have a year or so of yoga experience and would like to refine your practice, Shadow yoga foundations or the Balakrama are powerful sequences to develop not just muscular strength, but bone density, joint mobility, grace, and coordination.
Click here to book a class, or check out the NEW Shadow Hatha Yoga course here.
CLASS TIMETABLE
CLASS TIMETABLE
| Tuesday | 7 – 8 pm | All levels | Tullow, in person | Book |
| Thursday | 6:30 – 7:30 pm | All levels | Carlow, in person | Book |
| Friday | 7:30 – 8:30 am | Level 1-2 (Balakrama) | Online | Book |
COURSE INFORMATION
Tullow and Carlow yoga classes with Pam are suitable for all levels. Pam teaches an accessible style of hatha yoga that includes warm up, movement, and relaxation.
Tullow classes: Teach Bhride, New Chapel Lane, Tullow R93 W447
Carlow classes: Askea Parish Community Centre, Carlow, R93 FP22
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Which class is right for you?
Beginners: Brand new to yoga or still getting to grips with the basics.
Level 1: One or more years’ yoga experience, seeking more challenge.
Level 2: Two or more years’ yoga experience, good foundation, developing the practice.
Still not sure? Please get in touch with me to find out more.
COURSES & WORKSHOPS
COURSES & WORKSHOPS
“Pam held a beautiful Yoga Nidra workshop. It was a truly lovely experience. I highly recommend her classes and workshops.” – Alyson 2020
Workshops create space for you to delve into a subject that regular classes don’t allow for. Exploring everything from advanced poses to restorative and meditative practices, Pam’s workshops will help you feel your practice more deeply.
Shadow Hatha Yoga Workshop
Introducing the Chaya Yoddha Sancalanam, 2nd Prelude form of Shadow Yoga
Saturday May 13th, 9:30 am – 12:00
Ananta Yoga & Ayurveda, Wicklow
Zoom classes to prepare and practice also available; see below.
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Should I join the Zoom classes?
Yes, if
- you are new to Shadow yoga or
- would like to get back in touch with the practice prior to the May 13 workshop or
- would like to re-establish your weekly Shadow hatha yoga practice.
Objectives of the Zoom classes:
- Weeks 1 – 4: Cover the opening and warm-ups, foundational exercises for strength, balance and form, learn / review the Shadow style sun salutations, and cover the warm downs.
- Weeks 5 – 6: Review and practice the Chaya Yoddha Sancalanam (2nd Prelude form).
Zoom schedule: Friday 7:30 – 8:30 am, April 21 to May 26 Recordings will be available for a week.
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RETREATS
RETREATS
Yoga & Sleep
These special retreats allow you to stop. Leaving mundane activities to the side for the weekend allows you to find inner stillness and quiet, rest and recharge, and practice the positive habits that allow you to thrive in life. Yoga, meditation, and relaxation techniques will help you re-set. Pam has led countless Yoga & Sleep retreats over the past decade. Her experience and gentle touch are and integral part of this deeply rejuvenating experience.
2023 Retreat dates:
January 13 – 15
March 10 – 12
October 26 – 29
December 8 – 10
BY POPULAR DEMAND: The Big Yoga & Sleep
October 26 – 29, 2023
In response to many requests for a longer weekend retreat, the Big Yoga & Sleep was introduced. Three nights in luxurious Lisnavagh in the heart of county Carlow allows time to settle in and really let go of the mundane daily life and delve into a richer yoga practice. We complement stronger morning practices with restorative sessions that include Yoga Nidra, marma massage, and guided relaxation sessions. Fresh air, walks, nutritious home-cooked food and a beautiful library in which to read and relax make this a full stop for body, mind and spirit.
Enquiries to Pam.
I just wanted to say thank you again for a lovely weekend. I feel so rested! I really enjoyed Pam’s classes. The food was delicious. I will be back again at some point!
Ruth, Yoga & Sleep Retreat January 2019
I think its our 4th time here and it just keeps giving – fab as always – see you next year!
Phil Purdue, Yoga Sleep Retreat December 2017
“I am a beginner to yoga but never felt self conscious at any stage. Pamela is a very good teacher with a very natural teaching manner. … Thank so much for helping me to bring back a bit of myself!” – Maeve, 2023
“A wonderful weekend! Refreshed, relaxed, re-energised, de-stressed and nourished! Pam is an excellent teacher and an inspiration to know more”. — Fiona, 2022
“I thought Pamela was a really gifted and excellent teacher. The different levels in the small group were seamlessly catered to and we all got a lot out of it.” – Margaret, 2015
Courtyard Yoga Day Retreat
Re-set your body and mind on this autumn day retreat.
Our body’s needs change with the seasons. We are connected to nature; we are nature. Ayurveda – the ancient system of holistic health that is a complement to yoga – describes autumn as the season associated with air and ether, which can be easily disturbed. Our objectives for this day will be to reduce stress, slow down, with a morning practice designed to stretch muscles, move joints and circulate the blood without overtaxing the muscles. Breathwork to help cleanse the body will be introduced.
The afternoon will comprise of restorative poses and a self-massage, to ease out tension in the body. A short meditation to center the mind will round off the day, and set you up for a
2023 Retreat dates: TBA
Contact me for more information.
ONE TO ONE
ONE TO ONE
Traditionally, yoga was taught one to one to address specific needs of the individual, on that particular day, taking into account the time of life and physical capacity. By addressing your specific needs, private instruction helps you to develop your strength and confidence. Build and refine your practice organically and compassionately, with guidance.
Clients often join (or re-join) a group class when they are ready.
Private classes can be done online.
Tailored to your life, personal issues, and experience of yoga, one to one sessions can open you to new ideas and refine your current practice. Get in touch to find out more.
Learn
As a beginner who wishes to explore yoga in a private setting, or to work on a particular goal. Previous clients have chosen private lessons to improve their golf game, work gently with very stiff joints, strengthen a depleted immune system, and strengthen a weak physical structure that was
causing pain and fatigue.
Restore
If your priority is stress management, very gentle restorative techniques like relaxation practices, practices for specific womens’ issues, and more therapeutic applications are very beneficial. We will set up a simple practice you can do on your own to amplify the stress-reducing benefits that yoga brings. A private practice like this can also benefit from restorative workshops.
Refine
Those with yoga experience may wish to review, improve or learn more – whether it is to delve into a new pose, improve the rhythm of practice, or understand and prioritise the essentials for a well rounded personal practice tailored to your needs.
