Online Yoga

Before 2020 I’d never been on a Zoom call…
To be honest, I hadn’t even heard of Zoom. But once the lockdowns happened – within days all kinds of classes and meetings were happening online. I started attending Yoga and Feldenkrais classes on Zoom, loved them, and eventually worked up the courage to offer my own.

Turned out that online classes were a lifeline for many – me included.
I was amazed at how well movement classes worked and how much I enjoyed them both as student and teacher. It’s wonderful that now we have a choice: many have chosen to go back face-to-face – I also am very happy to once more offer live classes and meet people in physical rather than virtual reality.
However I still offer a weekly online class because:

  • Some of my students really enjoy their yoga at home and don’t ever want it to end!
  • There are many real advantages such as the comfort of home, privacy, no driving
  • Geography’s not an issue – I’ve had students from all over Ireland, the UK and even Columbia!
  • For some privacy is important and while they might not feel comfortable getting down on the floor with a group of strangers, it’s not a problem at home
  • The class is in the evening – a great prelude to an early night and a good night’s sleep
  • Although it might have seemed unlikely a few years ago there is potential for real connection in an online class – those who want can stay on a bit after the class and I’ve been delighted to see a real sense of community develop
  • The very obvious advantage that they cost less…because I’m at home and don’t have the expense of travel and room rental, I’ve chosen to offer the Zoom classes a good bit cheaper.

So…if you’re tempted, why not give it a go!
Not saying they’ll go on forever, but for the foreseeable future I intend to continue at least one Zoom class a week. If you’d like to practise some gentle, relaxing but nourishing yoga in the company of a small and friendly group of others, do get in touch to book your place.
If you’re new to Zoom, I’ll be delighted to arrange a trial run so you can try out the technology before your first class.

Look forward to hearing from you…
maireadflynn8@gmail.com / 00353 86 8120332