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Hatha Yoga Level 2
Hatha Yoga Level 2
This class if for students who are a bit more advanced, both in terms of focus as in yoga poses. Not for absolute beginners.
This is a computer-free class that does not get streamed online.
This Hatha Yoga Level 2 class is offered in 6-week modules or as a drop-in class at the studio.
Hatha Yoga Hybrid Class
Hatha Yoga in English -Hybrid Weekly Class for all levels.
This Hatha Yoga in English class is a gentle yoga for all levels. Pinelopi, the teacher, guides the students to stay present with their bodies throughout the whole class. Each class ends with a deep relaxation.
This is a hybrid live/online class. The yoga teacher gets streamed live to students participating online. The computer is positioned in a way that only the teacher gets streamed and participants are not seen online. Pinelopi’s main focus is on the live students in the room, with queues and hands-on corrections to those who want them.
This Hatha yoga class is offered in a 6-week modules or as a drop-in class, at the studio or online.
Check prices here.
To book your spot for the whole course write me an email at pinelopi (at) englishyogaberlin (dot) com
Or book your drop in spot directly here. Please make sure to provide your full postal address and telephone number when registering as that is essential for invoicing purposes.
Resourcing Course
Resourcing Course
RAIN collective grief session
Collective RAIN Session on the State of the World.
Many of us have been profoundly affected by the U.S. elections this week and are grappling with what these results mean for the world. This moment holds significant implications for climate change, global conflicts, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ issues, healthcare systems, immigration, and democratic processes. The news has deeply pained many of us, leaving us in a state of fight, flight, or freeze at a time when we are being called to act.
It seems that the discourse is no longer about preventing the big crises, but rather about how do we show up to what is happening.
Our first step is to allow ourselves to feel this pain so that we can respond and rise to what is being asked of us. When we take a moment to breathe and feel, we realign with our values, gaining a clearer perspective on the actions that matter most.
If you wish to do this together, I invite you to a Collective RAIN session.
Let us pause to touch on the pain this week has brought, rather than avoid it. Let us feel each other’s presence and remember that we are not alone. By breaking through the isolation of fear, we can find connection and strength in one another.
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The Details:
When: Tuesday, November 12, 18:15
Where: English Yoga Berlin hybrid/ both at the stuido and online on zoom.
Let me know if you can make it: pinelopi (at) englishyogaberlin (dot) com
This session is donation-based. Please give what you can, but if you’re unable to contribute financially, you are still welcome to join us.
UrBaN ReTrEaT -Yoga, Meditation, Alexander technique
Meditation,Yoga and Alexander Technique – 2.5 Day Urban Retreat
Friday September 27th to Sunday September 29th, 2024
LET YOUR NECKS BE FREE!
Join us for a beautiful 2.5-day retreat this September, where we will combine the Alexander Technique with meditation and yoga. The Alexander Technique promotes ease and efficiency in all our movements and use of self. So, why not apply it to meditation and yoga as well? Imagine meditating while sitting in a posture that causes less back pain or practicing yoga poses while stressing your neck less. Discover how to move with more freedom and ease in this unique, immersive experience.
Where?
This retreat takes place at the English Yoga Berlin studio. This is an urban retreat where participants sleep at home and re-convene in the morning.
What is included in the “Yoga, Meditation and Alexander Technique” retreat:
- Three Hatha Yoga Sessions
- Six meditation sessions
- An introduction to the Alexander Technique
- Walking meditations
- Fun Alexander Technique awareness games
- Two half hour private Alexander Technique lessons for each participant.
When?
September 27th to September 29th, 2024
The retreat for the group officially starts on Friday at 14:30 and ends on Sunday at 12:30. On Friday morning, before the official group class, participants can book their first 30-minute private Alexander Technique class in one of the available slots.
The full cost of the retreat is 170 Euros.
Early Registration Discount: Receive a 20€ discount if you register for the retreat before August 1st, 2024. To reserve your space, please send an email to Jörg Aßhoff and deposit 40 Euros by bank transfer.
Deposit Policy:
- The deposit is fully refundable if a cancellation occurs before August 15th, 2024.
- The deposit is 50% refundable if a cancellation occurs before September 1st, 2024.
- After September 1st, 2024, no refund is possible.
Full Payment Due Date:
- The remaining balance of the retreat fee (110 Euros if you were an early bird, 130 Euros if you registered after August 1st) is due by September 5th, 2024.
- No refunds of the full payment will be issued after September 5th, 2024.
We will send an email to all registered participants reminding them of the date, asking them to book their private class, and providing all the essential details about the retreat.
Since space is limited, register early before the spots fill up!
For more details, please write to:
info@alexander-technik-schule.de
About the teachers:
Pinelopi Sioni – embarked on her yoga journey in 1999, completing a 600-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher and Vedantic Philosophy Training course in Valencia, Spain. She founded English Yoga Berlin in 2010, and now has over 15 years of experience as a full-time yoga teacher.
She deepened her knowledge by studying Yoga Anatomy with Leslie Kaminoff. Additionally, she trained with David Moore and attended his “Injury-free yoga” workshops, integrating the Alexander Technique into yoga poses. This comprehensive training enriched her expertise in both fields.
In January of 2023, Pinelopi achieved a significant milestone by becoming a certified Alexander Technique teacher. This was an intensive training for 3.3 years, totaling 1600 hours of dedicated study with Jörg Aßhoff.
She has completed a training on “Understanding Trauma for Safer Spaces” with Legacy Motion, and studied “Somatic Embodiment and Regulation Strategies” with Linda Thai. Her meditation philosophy is deeply inspired by Tara Brach, especially the RAIN meditation. . She is also the author of a children’s book, “The Magic of Rain,” which introduces the RAIN meditation to children and their grown-ups, to be published in 2025 by Mango Publishing.
Joerg Aßhoff – is an experienced Alexander Technique Teacher with a 30 year working experience. He is now the director of the Alexander-Technik-Schule in Berlin, teaching the next generation of Alexander Technique teachers. His expertise includes teaching at the University of Performing Arts, Community schools, and speech therapy schools. He practices Zen meditation since 1990 and studied with a Japanese Zen master for a long period of time.
Cycling and the Alexander Technique
Cycling and the Alexander Technique Workshop:
Discover Balance and Efficiency
Are you finding yourself exerting more effort than necessary while cycling? Are you tightly gripping the handlebars? Do you notice restricted breathing or discomfort in your back and shoulders? In bustling Berlin, cycling is a part of our daily routine, yet we often carry our ingrained habits onto our bicycles. These patterns can hinder our progress, even as we pedal towards our destinations. But what if there’s a way to make your cycling experience smoother and more effortless?
Dear Wonderful Community,
I’m excited to let you know that a special workshop awaits, where the transformative power of the Alexander Technique meets the world of cycling. Over the past five years, I’ve immersed myself in the technique while cycling daily through vibrant Berlin, experiencing heightened ease and a newfound sense of effortlessness. Now, I’m eager to spread this knowledge and share it with you.
Where:
Tempelhofer Feld (Meet at the Tempelhofer Damm entrance; specific spot to be announced)
Date: Thursday, 25th of July, 2024 at 18.00 (if it rains we will postpone to the following weekend)
Duration:
Approximately 1.5 hours
What to Bring:
Your trusty bicycles and any necessary safety gear
What Awaits You:
During the workshop, you’ll embark on a journey to:
- recognize your cycling habits
- learn how to pause as a means of interrupting the habit
- experiment with different ways of cycling that reduce effort while increasing ease
Price:
Participation comes at a price of 25 Euro (incl. 19% VAT )
How to Secure Your Spot:
Write me an email at:
pinelopi (at) englishyogaberlin (dot) com
A Note on Capacity:
While Tempelhofer Feld is vast and seemingly endless, my commitment to offering personalized attention means I am limiting participation to a cozy group of 10. To ensure your spot, it’s advisable to secure your place as soon as you’re able.
Warm regards, Pinelopi
Singing and the Alexander Technique Workshop
Discover Your Free Voice: A 2.5-Hour Workshop on Singing and the Alexander Technique
What stands in the way of you and a free voice? Have you ever felt that your voice is not reaching its full potential? Do you struggle with tension while speaking or singing, or find it hard to maintain vocal consistency? If so, you’re not alone. Many people face these challenges. They often stem from the way we use ourselves, our posture, and our speech habits. By integrating the Alexander Technique with vocal practice, we can interrupt some of our deep-seated habits and hear our true voice free from constraints. Join us for a transformative 2.5-hour workshop where you’ll discover how this powerful technique can enhance your vocal performance and overall well-being.
What is the Alexander Technique?
The Alexander Technique is a holistic method developed by Frederick Matthias Alexander in the late 19th century. It focuses on improving posture, reducing tension, and promoting efficient movement. By becoming more aware of how we use our bodies, we can make conscious choices that enhance our physical and mental functioning. For anyone looking to improve their vocal abilities, this means discovering a natural, free voice that resonates with ease and clarity.
When?
On Thursday July 18th, 2024 – 18.00 – 20.30
For who?
This is for any person who likes to sing (notice we used the word like– you do not have to consider yourself good at it!). If you like to sing, come along and discover if you can do this with more ease! This is for people with any level of experience both in the Alexander Technique or as singers. Beginners are welcomed!
What does this “singing and the Alexander Technique” workshop include?
- short introduction to the Alexander Technique
- identifying our vocal habits
- learning simple ways to interrupt our habits and sing from a “different place”
- awareness games
- projecting the voice at different volumes
- better control while expanding your range.
- awareness of the breath
- becoming more authentic and stable
- singing together
Where?
This workshop takes place at the English Yoga Berlin studio, on Görlitzerstr. 39.
Price?
The price of the workshop is 30€ plus 19% VAT.
How to book your “Singing and the Alexander technique” spot?
If you are interested in participating please write an email to:
pinelopi (at) englishyogaberlin (dot) com
Spaces are limited, so please register early before they fill up!
About the Teachers:
Ana-Josefina Nickelé is a renowned singer and qualified vocal teacher with a particular interest in Argentine tango. Living and working in Berlin, she has been giving singing lessons in her studios in Berlin and Wolfenbüttel since 2011. Her experience includes teaching vocal training at the University of Fine Arts in Braunschweig and working as a vocal trainer with the Vokalhelden, the children’s and youth choir of the Berlin Philharmonic. Training in the Alexander Technique since October 2020, Ana-Josefina is a versatile artist who shares her knowledge and passion for music and singing with her students and colleagues.
Pinelopi Sioni is an Alexander Technique, yoga, and meditation teacher who brings her knowledge of anatomy and the nervous system to all her teachings. Through a trauma-informed lens, she specializes in bringing sensitivity and fun to group dynamics and meets people ‘where they are at.’ She is at her happiest when she feels the strength and community that builds when people come together to sing.
