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Yoga Classes in Cairns!

Are you interested in practising yoga, but put off by apps with expensive monthly access fees or practising along with Facebook or Youtube videos? If you want to try yoga in a controlled and safe way, a private course might be just what you need! Yoga is a great way to keep your body active day after day, all while getting great training in mindfulness and meditation. Superprof teachers have years of experience teaching yoga to students of all levels, from beginners to advanced, and each has an online profile where you can read reviews from past students and contact the teacher that fits best for your needs. You can book hour long classes week by week, or organise a longer course depending on your time constraints.

Is there only one type of yoga I can learn?

There are so many different types of yoga that it would take years to master them all! Different tutors may teach in different styles, so it's good to have an understanding of the styles you can try. Here's some info on the more popular styles to get you started:

Vinyasa- Vinyasa is probably what you think of when you imagine a yoga studio full of students flowing from pose to pose or watch a video guide on Youtube. Vinyasa is one of the more athletic styles of yoga and the focus is on controlled breathing and flow between poses like Downward Dog to High Plank. There are lots of poses, which can be useful for higher level students who want to practice a range of movements.

Power Yoga- When you see people online holding intense poses that use an overwhelming amount of core strength, they're probably doing power yoga. A branch of Vinyasa, power yoga also focuses on improving fitness by connecting breathing with movement, but the poses here can be more advanced and take more strength to get right. This style is better for higher level students looking to challenge themselves.

Hot Yoga- This style of yoga is more intense as you'll be holding the same set of basic postures for a little bit longer, in a sauna-like room. Hot Yoga is usually done in a studio full of people, to make them sweat even more intensely.

Yin- This style is perfect for beginner level students, as it focuses on seated postures which can be held for 30 seconds or 2 minutes, depending on what you need. Holding poses is an excellent practice in meditation, and can help you experience peace in practice and in everyday life.

Of course, these are just short descriptions, and it's a good idea to review some more info online or contact one of the Superprof teachers to get a better idea of what you're looking to practice in your private lessons.

What kind of results should I expect from a private yoga course?

While yoga training in a centre with other people can be a good form of practice, once you experience private lessons, it can be hard to go back. Your tutor can take your goals and lifestyle into account when planning a course that will get you to the ideal level you're looking for. While you might not feel so different after the first hour or day, week after week you will start to notice your body and mind changing in small ways.

The physical benefits of yoga are numerous, whatever your level or style of practice. Along with pilates, yoga (especially Vinyasa styles) is one of the best forms of exercise for strengthening and toning muscles. You'll soon find that your arms, core and virtually every other part of your body will feel stronger. It's also great for flexibility and you will find that as your lessons progress you are relaxing more and more into what were once difficult stretches. Restorative yoga is excellent for warming up or cooling down before and after exercise, and helps to relax after a long, stressful day. Yoga practice protects from injury, helps kickstart your metabolism, has proven benefits for cardiovascular health and so much more.

If the physical benefits aren't enough to convince you, the amazing effects on mental health are also important to consider. Yoga is essentially training in meditation and mindfulness, allowing us to practice focusing on the present moment, which affects many different areas of life. The University of Minnesota found that yoga practice helped participants feel gratitude for their body and reduced criticism, results in a better body image. Being more connected to the present moment and our bodies mean that we're also more careful with what we eat and how we generally ourselves throughout the course of the day. Yoga training reduces stress levels, can help with sleep disorders and a range of other issues. In short, if healthy living is your goal, yoga can help you get there!

Why should I take a private yoga class in Cairns?

Besides being one of the most beautiful cities in Australia, Cairns is also one of the most relaxing and is perfect for yoga students. There are some wonderful yoga studios where you can supplement your private course with group classes. The Active Life Free Fitness program run by the local council offers classes every week, including yoga and pilates. If you like, you can get outside with your teacher and enjoy some mediation on the beach at places like Trinity Beach, Palm Cove and Ellis Beach. Cairns is also one of the only places in Australia where you can practice at the beach year-round, even in June and July! Superprof teachers offer classes in the centre of the city, as well as in the suburbs, so you're sure to find one near your home. Some have their own studios, while others can even come to your home for lessons.

If you like everything you've read so far, don't wait anymore. Have a look at the info for each tutor, read some reviews and contact the perfect yoga teacher for you ASAP!