New yoga classes start

New yoga classes have started at the Umina Beach Surf Club on Sundays from 9am.

"Astanga yoga is a dynamic style of yoga combining rhythmic breathing and flowing movements with traditional therapeutic yoga postures," facilitator Ms Helen McNair said.

"The practise develops strength, stamina, stability, balance and flexibility through the purifying yoga sequences, revitalising the body and leaving the mind focused and vibrant.

"The classes are based on the primary series which helps to align the body and spine and are designed to suit absolute beginners as well as those already practising astanga yoga."

Ms McNair said her adaptable approach to Astanga Vinyasa Yoga made the practice easily accessible to everyone.

She said her style of teaching focused equally on developing strength, stamina, core stability and flexibility.

Press release, 31 Mar 2008 Helen McNair, Astanga Yoga