Yoga and Pilates Classes in Cork

Yoga and Pilates classes are available to members but they are also open to non-members on a Pay As You Go basis. See the class schedule below for details.

Yin Yoga is a quiet contemplative practice. This is contrast to a Yang yoga practice such as Vinyasa yoga which targets the muscles energetically. Yin yoga improves the energy flow, enhancing the flow of chi in the organs. To be healthy, we need healthy organs as well as healthy muscles

Vinyasa Yoga is a creative form of yoga where poses are linked together with the breath in a flowing sequence. The beauty of Vinyasa yoga is the variety. There is no standard sequence in Vinyasa yoga, so the style, pace and intensity will all vary depending on the teacher.

Hatha is yoga practiced in a traditional way. Asanas (postures) to balance the body and mind through the physical body, pranayama (breathing practices) to work on the energy body (equated with Ki or Chi in other systems), and meditation to calm and focus the mind.

Pilates is a form of exercise which concentrates on strengthening the body with an emphasis on core strength. Similar to Yoga, Pilates concentrates on posture, balance and flexibility. Pilates also focuses on the mind-body connection. While doing the various exercises your mind needs to be constantly aware of your breathing and the way your body moves.