1-TO-1 YOGA + PILATES
Yoga and Pilates in a format that is unique to you because no one moves like you
Alex can work with you in person or online
Alex’s sessions are about sensing the body
and its stories, those narratives that we hold and walk with every day.
Whether it’s your upper back, lower back, shoulders, knees, or stress levels
Alex will find movement and exercise to help you de-stress, find calm and build strength.
MOBILISE
WITH
Yoga
When you practise Yoga, you will embody movement knowledge that is centuries old. To complement your practice, add Yoga Nidra for relaxation and Pranayama for the breath. There are also modern breathwork techniques to improve vitality that Alex can help you with.
STRENGTHEN
WITH
Pilates
Pilates strengthens and optimises movement creating a stronger more vital and aligned body that’s ready and able to live and enjoy all that life may hold. Pilates can be an especially important exercise to support us as we age.
I have worked with Alexandra for the past ten years. I originally chose 1-to-1 sessions because my extensive travel did not allow for a regular class schedule. Alex has a unique ability that allows her to observe you before each session and then analyse the problems you might be facing on the spot. She will then vary each class accordingly. It’s excellent.
JEAN-HEVE JENN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER INATEC
THE BENEFITS OF 1-TO-1
An individual session is a wonderful opportunity to:
Decide on your own schedule if you’re short of time
Deal with a particular injury, back problem or health issue
Lay a strong foundation in the various postures if you’re new to yoga
Go deeper into your practice and further understand your own body and mind as well as how best to avoid the risk of injury
Enjoy your own pace if you find classes too busy or too fast
Alleviate stress, if you’re having trouble relaxing or sleeping
Tailor-make your own practice if you are older and need more focused, safe movement
Be your optimum self
Case Studies
Yoga for health support
David started 1-to-1 yoga sessions online with Alex during lockdown. He was recommended by a friend as , in his early 70s and retired, he found classes were too fast, and he needed more focused work. With a history of diabetes and tightness throughout his body and recent treatment for prostate cancer to enjoy yoga he needed a bespoke practice, so turned to Alex.
Yoga for pain
N. Khairallah started working with Alex in his 70s. He’d suffered from back pain for the last 42 years, and although fit and healthy and heading towards retirement, he was used to being in pain. A friend recommended Alex, so he thought he’d give yoga a try. Over the course of a few sessions, Alex was able to help him unwind and relax tension enabling him to be pain-free.
Yoga for stress
Alex has worked with J. Jenn for many years now. He wanted to study yoga to release stress and learn how to meditate. He found classes too busy and given his history of knee injuries and a back op in his 30s he needed to be careful. His career meant he was constantly flying so time was an issue too. Alex was able to supply him with tailor-made classes that fit into his busy schedule.
Online Yoga +Pilates for optimal health
“Alex has been working with me every week for the past three years. Initially I started for my stiff back, limbs and joints, yet over time, yoga has evolved into much more. Even though we work online Alex has an incredible capacity to see what’s happening with my physiology, adapting each session to focus on what she sees as being required at that moment. Every weekly session is uniquely designed to improve my well-being and my life is so much better for the experience.” D. Patrick
Shiatsu + Cranial for peri-menopause
“Since entering into peri-menopause, my anxiety has hit the roof. My periods are erratic and I have experienced more aches and pains than ever before, including tennis elbow. After a combination of shiatsu and craniosacral treatment from Alex, i find that my periods regulate and i am calmer - this calmness lasts for days! The yoga and pilates help to strengthen the weak spots in my body, like my knees and shoulders. I wish i’d come across Alex sooner.” G. Mars
Shiatsu + Cranial for fatigue and heavy lifting
“I work as a Director of Photography in film and tv, so i’m always lugging around heavy stuff as well as working on set all day and often into the night. I make sure to book in a shiatsu session with Alex as often as i can. It helps me deal with the long hours and general exhaustion. I’m pretty sure her sessions are warding off serious back issues too.” B Clarkson
How we can work together
In person 1-to-1 classes
Individual sessions can take place at your home or office, or you’re welcome to come into clinic. Please fill out the form below and I’ll get back to you.
Individual online classes
Individual yoga sessions are great online. Wherever you are in the world, we can create more ease and fluidity in your body. Please fill out the form below to arrange a time to suit.
Deep body work sessions that combine the movement and release of Shiatsu massage with the deep relaxation of Craniosacral Therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, yoga is for everyone, and the best thing to do is begin one-to-one and go at your own pace, in your own time. This will gently allow and encourage your body to change. We will use therabands in sessions and props that will support you and give you added safety.
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Strengthening and relaxing the body is key all through life, you can start at any age, and you will experience the benefits. The older we are the more vital it is that we keep our bodies strong.
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Yes, movement is brilliant for shaking off tension, and there are so many moves that are excellent for exactly this.
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Not everyone is designed to touch their toes, perhaps what you’re also saying is that your body isn’t flexible. That’s probably exactly why starting to move in a fluid way would be brilliant for you.
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Often when try to meditate there is so much tension in the body that it’s not only difficult to sit still but also the mind can’t focus. I will give you step by step guidance. We will move the body first to release tension and prep for meditation. What works for you may be different from someone else, and that’s ok, we will work together to see what works.
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One of the easiest things to do to help sleep is to just press play on a yoga nidra meditation. There’s no way to do it wrong and it will enable you to rest, relax and perhaps, just maybe, you’ll drop back into dreamland.
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Pranayama is a practice that involves breathing, there are many practices that calm the mind and body, they are traditional and from Patanjali.
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Movement, of any variety, is a life-long practice. Yoga particularly so. it’s a practice of self enquiry, and is a continuously unfolding process. I will work with you at whatever stage you’re at, to develop your abilities.