Workshops & Pop Ups

Look out for our specialist weekend workshops & our pop up classes. These will include guest presenters, lengthened classes and workshops/classes of a specialist nature.

All our workshops & pop up classes  are AVAILABLE TO BOOK NOW through the MINDBODY app , at https://www.sanctuarywakefield.com/online-booking/, by calling 01924 609677 or pop in to see us.

*Please note, all workshops are non-refundable & non-transferable*

*Please note, all pop up classes must be cancelled at least 12 hours beforehand to receive a credit. All pop up classes are included in our memberships*

Sonic Spa – Christmas Special with Jilly Riley & Stu Fletcher

Friday 13th December 2024
7.15-8.45pm
Studio Only
£20
Jilly Riley and Stu Fletcher, musicians, offering peace and positivity through music.
We invite you to drift away, within our intuitively created festive soundscape, featuring live ethereal female vocals and crystal bowls, complimented with ambient live bass tones and melodies, performed alongside our own delicately created seasonal soundtrack. Our performance will also include sounds of a winter forest, snow falling, sleigh bells and festive lyrics.
We bring this to you via the personal comfort of a radio head set, a private audio cocoon for a fully immersive experience. Our offering is unique in that not only will you receive the usual health benefits of the live instruments we use, associated with sound healing and therapies within the room, but also a beautifully balanced sonic encasement, provided by the headsets. As producers, we sculpt our audio experience to a very high level, ensuring a superb delivery. Following this we’ll gently transition into a relaxing sound bath using a selection of soft percussive instruments, singing bowls, and gongs. Our session will end with some festive poetry and complimentary mince pies, Christmas cake and a selection of fruit teas.
For your comfort we ask that you bring something soft to lay on. We suggest a yoga mat, pillow and a blanket.
We will close the doors at the start of the event to protect the peace of those relaxing with us. Please arrive on time as we really don’t want anyone to be locked outside the building.
PLEASE NOTE
This event is not suitable for people with a pacemaker due to electro magnetic radio waves.
Although the headsets are fully adjustable for comfort and volume, the sound produced by the gongs may be too loud for those with audio sensitivity. The deep frequencies of the gong are very powerful, providing many health benefits but may affect some people negatively. Anxiety can be triggered and trauma stored in the body can be activated for those with mental sensitivities. Deep vibrations and resting on the floor may be unsuitable for those who are pregnant. We ask that you consider these important notes before booking and take precautions if necessary.
We look forward to meeting you and assisting in a peaceful and relaxing journey!

Yoga Nidra with Alison Lane

Friday 20th December 2024
6-7pm
Studio & Online
£9 or included in your membership

Described as “the blissful relaxation”, Yoga Nidra is a profoundly restful state between sleep and wakefulness in which the senses are resting and the body and mind can truly relax, releasing tension and cultivating a deeper self-awareness.

Often referred to as yoga “sleep”, unlike other forms of yoga, in Yoga Nidra there is no movement and whilst the practice itself is subtle, the benefits are profound;

Promotes deep relaxation
Releases physical, emotional and mental tension
Reduces feelings of stress and anxiety
Improves sleep
Boosts mood and sense of wellbeing
Enhances clarity and creativity
Cultivates deeper self-awareness
Please bring a blanket and jumper.

Floating Gong Sound Bath with Jean Habron 

Friday 20th December 2024
7.30-8.30pm
Studio Only
£17

A Gong Relaxation Sound Bath is a fantastic way to leave behind the stresses of modern life. It is also a great introduction to Sound Healing and Sound Therapy.

The Gong is played gently along with Himalayan & Crystal Singing Bowls. The captivating tones will lull you into a deep, restorative, relaxation.

There are a number of health benefits associated with achieving this state of deep relaxation: lower blood pressure, increased blood circulation, balancing of the nervous system, reduced mind chatter, better sleep patterns.

Some people gain mental clarity or feel very energised by the sessions. The session may even enhance your creativity. Some people also experience a reduced sense of pain, plus relief from symptoms of ongoing medical conditions and illnesses.

The sound helps to induce our natural relaxation response, taking us out of ‘fight or flight’ mode and into our restorative, parasympathetic state.

People with auto-immune conditions and conditions involving the nervous system seem to feel considerable benefits.

Participants generally leave with a feeling of inner peace and tranquillity and a reduced sense of stress, anxiety or worry.

A Gong Relaxation works on all levels of your being – mind, body, soul & spirit. The sound vibrations will provide a ‘sonic massage’ to your physical self and subtle energy fields, leaving you feeling relaxed, refreshed and restored.

Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket, a pillow or anything else you might need to make yourself cosy. Also, if you are unsure of the hammock feel free to grab a mat and get comfortable on the ground instead.

Full Moon Sister Circle with Jo Stevenson

Saturday 21st December 2024
12 – 2pm
Studio Only
£20

If you haven’t yet experienced the wonder of a women’s circle then you are in for a treat.

Working closely with the cycles of the moon we come together to connect to ourselves and other like minded sisters. Practicing rituals that help us release and forgive the old and envision, align and welcome the new.

Through meditation, guided relaxation, journalling & oracle cards we celebrate all aspects of our whole beautiful selves and receive our souls highest guidance.

Prepare to laugh, to share, to be seen, to be supported, to be inspired in a safe sacred space.

When women come together magic happens. Jo has personally witnessed this over and over again. The power of these groups is incredible.

“These circles gave me the gift of meeting and being supported by other women on a level I’ve never experienced before.”

Hosted by Jo Stevenson Creative – A Kundalini yoga and meditation teacher, an artist, writer, healer and women’s circle facilitator. Jo is a mental health advocate who is passionate about creativity and dedicated to supporting, coaching and inspiring individuals in a variety of different settings.

I've just done Aerial Yoga & I was very impressed with it. I definitely recommend it!

Gail Shucksmith-Dossey

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