Yoga with Wendy

06/06/2026

LOWER BACK STRETCH

30/05/2026

I am going to be uploading some slightly shorter versions of my usual style of yoga class over the next few months online TOTALLY FREE!! I must be feeling generous. If you have any requests e.g tight hamstrings, hip openers, destress etc send me a message or comment on this post and I will try to get a class to suit you. These classes will be suitable to do when you cant make it to a class or you dont have a full hour to yourself.

23/05/2026

Why do nia dance alongside your regular yoga practice?

Nia incorporates yoga as one of its core "healing arts" to provide structural alignment, balance, and mindful stillness within a high-energy dance workout. By blending the fluid movement of dance with the grounding principles of yoga, Nia aims to create a holistic experience that conditions the body while calming the mind.

Why Yoga is Included in Nia?

Nia is built on the fusion of nine movement forms, with yoga serving a specific purpose:

The "Conscious Dance of Alignment": Nia uses yoga to help participants find proper bone alignment and stability.

Inner Strength: Unlike the external power of martial arts, yoga is used to develop internal "energy" strength from the inside out.

Mind-Body Connection: It introduces elements of stillness and focused breathing to an otherwise dynamic and rhythmic practice.

Flexibility & Restoration: While dance provides dynamic flexibility, yoga offers restorative stretches that help balance the nervous system.

👣 Key Differences Between Nia and Yoga

Movement Style: Yoga is often static and linear; Nia is circular, rhythmic, and frequently involves "free dance" where you move however you feel.

Environment: Nia is typically done barefoot to uplifting music and emphasizes a "playful" cardiovascular workout.

Accessibility: Nia promotes the "Pleasure Principle"—if a movement hurts, you change it to fit "Your Body's Way" rather than striving for a perfect pose.

🌟 Key Point: Nia doesn't claim to be yoga; rather, it uses yoga as a tool to help you "come back to yourself" through mindful alignment and spiritual centering.

This is why I love combining nia dance in my retreats alongside yoga ❤️

22/05/2026

Weather looking amazing for retreat on Monday yeoooo

19/05/2026

Lily and myself are so looking forward to seeing everyone this bank holiday Monday for our nia dance&yoga retreat at Moira Lakes. Hoping summer will arrive just in time too 🙏

19/04/2026

24/03/2026

"She is fire" is an invitation to stoke your inner fire through the transformative power of Nia and the focused intensity of Yoga.

In the lush, high-energy transition of late May, we use the "fire" of movement to burn away what no longer serves us, making space for the radiant, expressive version of ourselves to take center stage.

Join us for movement designed to set your spirit soaring.

Message Wendy on 07749121091 to book your space today!

🔆 Date: 25th May 2026
🔆 Time: 10am - 3pm
🔆 Location: Moira Lakes
🔆 Experience: Nia Dance | Yoga | Meditation | Nature | Lunch
🔆 Cost: £60pp

14/02/2026

Happy Valentines!!

Lots of heart opening poses at Lisburn Leisureplex this morning ❤️

Make sure you give yourselves a little self care this Valentines 💝

07/02/2026

Namaste 🙏 🤣