amandarileyyoga.co.uk
I first found my way on to a Yoga mat in 2000 and immediately became an addict.
The gradual effects of including Yoga as part of my life has changed my body,
physically and mentally... and my life. Up until the age of 18, my hobby was
dance, particularly ballet and lyrical. I danced my way through the RAD grades
to intermediate level enjoying competing in festivals. I left to study Human
Behaviour in Manchester. My study of dance gave me a deep understanding of
movement, muscles, balance and breath. My studies at University brought me a
deeper knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, psychology and other aspects of
human communication. After university, I found my way into the world of design,
advertising and media and worked for agencies in the Midlands and Manchester in
various roles leading design, marketing, media planning and buying teams. I
believe that the universe has a plan for us and when life threw me lemons in
2014, I made the big decision to become a yoga teacher full time. Best lemonade
I ever made! All the experiences of life up to that moment seemed to come
together. And now I can comfortably draw upon the different movement practices
and styles of yoga I have experienced and studied on my life journey, so my
classes are always imaginative, varied, dynamic and energetic with a interest in
alignment, strength building and the therapy/healing that comes from movement
with the breath. I teach yoga to everyone; athletes, pregnant ladies,
rehabilitation, beginners and more advanced yogis. I adapt the class to suit the
group or individual and their personal goals. My teaching style is clear and
informative but also fun and my classes are informal so students feel at ease
and confident to explore their ability. I have a passion for sharing my
understanding of the anatomy of yoga and the positive effects of using the
breath to help manage stress and anxiety. I hope that my passion and dedication
comes across to my students so they can also feel the incredible benefits of
Yoga. Whilst my personal practice has spanned more than 20 years, I completed my
original 200hrs Yoga training in 2013 and have since gained further
qualification amounting to more than 500hrs in Yoga Therapy for stress, Yoga
therapy for digestive health, Pranayama, Yin Yoga, Circular Flow, Pregnancy
Yoga, and Yoga Nidra. I maintaining a regular personal practice with my own
inspiring teachers. To deepen my knowledge of Yoga and movement practice I
regularly attend workshops and CPD trainings.
