About Yoga (& Me)

Dru Yoga is a form of yoga that will help you to relax, unwind and stretch out your body. It can help revive tired muscles, reduce back pain and combat stress. Dru Yoga gives the mind and body much needed rest and relaxation, to help you find a still point in a busy world.

The therapeutic nature of Dru Yoga means that they are also good for those who might otherwise feel unable to attend yoga classes. They are ideal for beginners and no prior knowledge or experience of yoga is required.

For those who have more yoga experience Dru Yoga can offer an alternative perspective to an existing yoga practice. As well as using physical asana, Dru Yoga works with the mental, emotional and spiritual layers of yoga.

It can sit very comfortably alongside other traditions, particularly those of a more physical nature, or allow you to take a new direction into this very rich and layered approach.

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A lot of my clients have never tried Dru Yoga before they attend a class with me.

Wondering if it is the right style for you? A few years ago I asked one of my Rooftop Yoga clients Gail Schock what it was about Dru Yoga that had her coming back week after week. I was particularly interested to know her perspective as Gail has tried many different forms of yoga, mindfulness, meditation and fitness.

Gail’s response was so eloquent and beautiful that I want to share it here.

“Dru Yoga adds a remarkable stillness to life… this practice is one that will challenge in ways perhaps a little more unusual to yoga.

It’s not a practice that demands immediate strength, the content isn’t rounds of sun salutations and repeated warriors, leaving thighs burning and a nose that drips with sweat. This practice is gentle, soft and slow, movement is measured and teases tension from the body.

Dru encourages a heat in the body, it builds increasing flexibility and gentle strength. It feels a little like a mixture of T’ai Chi and dance. Flowing sequences enable the body and mind to relax, release tension and to shift energetic blockages.

This might be one of two things, those that believe in the auric field might sense a shift, those that recognise shoulders wrapped up around the ears and a cramped lower back will feel space in the muscles as the class unfolds.

Dru Yoga is a wonderful practice to compliment other styles and there are movements which can easily be incorporated into day-to-day life.

Whatever your pace of life, give Dru a chance, it might surprise you.”

My classes are friendly and suitable for all abilities, body shapes, sizes and genders.

Dru Yoga classes are centred around the practice of Energy Block Release sequences, traditional yoga postures and sequences, along with lively activations and deep relaxation.

When you arrive you should place your mat so that you can easily see the teacher without turning your head. Then sit or lie down and relax, or chat, until the class starts.

When the class begins we will usually start by activating the body and warming up, and then progress on to a series of flowing movements and traditional yoga postures, along with various exercises that will prepare your body for the postures. At the end of the class there will be relaxation, which is an essential part of the class.

Having been told many times that my classes are unique, I thought it might be worth having a go at explaining why.

I thought maybe it was the carefully crafted playlists I create (which promise to be pan-pipe free!) or the venues I use (I’ve been known to have some pretty unusual places to hold my classes), or the themes for my workshops. Or perhaps its because of my Yorkshire accent and down-to-earth sensibility…

Apparently not (only that) though! I asked some of my students to explain what they find unique about Lucyoga. Here is what they said:

“…it is so much more than yoga and you give so much more than teaching a class. I first came completely overwhelmed with anxiety (amongst other issues including pain), and left feeling at one, welcome, understood, encouraged, supported, not alone, normal, and I was smiling and laughing as I always do in your classes, love them, they and you are a breath of fresh air! It’s a safe space and the time you take with individuals to get to know them and you intuitively always know how to help, support & encourage us, is priceless.” – Joanne

“Your passion and joy to teach. A great teaching style, we learn the moves but more than that, the benefits, the alternatives. How you notice everyone and care, it makes me feel present in that moment. A sense of belonging in the class. More than just yoga, but a spiritual, meditative, mindful, calming, gentle and fun class” – Rachel

“I suffer from a progressive neurological disease, so it is important to live in as centred, grounded and mobile way as possible. Your Dru Yoga sessions have helped me with this immeasurably” – Andy

“It’s been a while but your classes really stuck with me. Super down-to-earth and welcoming. And you have a unique way of guiding a group class through a series of asana (with appropriate modifications) at the same time as encouraging an individual exploration of emotional/energetic intentions. I always felt very energised after leaving class.” – Holly

“[It’s your] personal individual attention within the group, and adjustment of the program for individual needs and abilities.” – Beverley

“Like a big hug along with feeling stretched and toned” – Zoë

“I love the structure of the closing… The quotes that nourish my whole week and support my mindful practise.” – Denise

These answers totally blew me away and illustrate perfectly why I feel sharing yoga is my life’s calling. Thank you to everyone who helps me continue this!