Yoga with Camilla
Beginners Yoga
with
Senior Yoga Teacher Camilla Morgon
*** New Class***
Starts
Wednesday 16th September
6pm - 7.15pm
Balfour School,
Balfour Road, Brighton
Want to start Yoga but feel intimidated going to a busy studio class?
Join Camilla for a gentle introduction to yoga over 6 weeks, where you will be guided step-by-step through the foundations of yoga in a welcoming and supportive space.
Over these 6 weeks, you will be guided through the foundations of yoga, including physical postures (known as asanas), breathing practices, mindfulness and relaxation techniques.
Each class will help you develop body awareness, improve mobility, build strength and create a deeper connection between body and mind, all within a supportive community setting.
After completing the 6-week beginners series, classes continue in 6-week themed blocks, offering the opportunity to gently deepen your practice and explore different aspects of yoga.
Each block has a different focus, which may include working with specific areas of the body such as the hips, shoulders or spine and exploring themes from yoga philosophy and mindfulness to support self-inquiry.
No previous yoga experience is needed, and you do not need to be flexible to begin. You will be encouraged to move at your own pace in a small, friendly group environment, with individual guidance and support in a non-competitive atmosphere.
Camilla brings 28 years of personal yoga practice and 16 years of teaching experience, offering a safe, supportive and mindful approach for every body.
What's in the classes?
Over the 6 weeks, you will gently explore:
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The foundations of Hatha yoga postures (asanas), including lying, seated and standing practices.
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Safe alignment principles and how to move mindfully while connecting movement with breath.
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How to use yoga props, such as blocks, to support and adapt your practice.
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Breath awareness practices and how conscious breathing can support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
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Simple mindfulness techniques, including body awareness practices, to help calm the nervous system and create a greater sense of ease and safety within yourself.
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Ways to ground and centre yourself through visualisation, intention setting, breathwork and yogic hand gestures (mudras).
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Each week will build upon the previous class, allowing you time to become familiar with the postures, develop confidence in your practice and cultivate greater body awareness and self-connection.
Class structure
Each class follows a mindful journey through movement, breath and relaxation:
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Grounding and settling — beginning either lying down or seated, allowing time to arrive, release tension and connect with the breath.
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Mindful movement - gradually building towards kneeling and standing postures to gently energise the body, improve mobility and develop strength and stability.
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Rest and restore — slowly winding back down to the floor with restorative postures, calming breathwork (pranayama) and a guided relaxation to leave you feeling grounded and refreshed.
The pace of the class is slow with time to explore each movement and adapt the practice to suit your own body. Camilla offers individual guidance and support where needed, creating a safe, non-performative environment.
The practice gently stretches the whole body, mobilises the major joints and encourages greater body awareness. You will be guided to follow the principles of yoga such as 'ahimsa/non-violence/kindness by listening to your body, honouring your own needs and developing a practice that supports you both physically and mentally.
Is this class for me?
This class may be the perfect fit if...
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You are a complete beginner looking for a friendly, supportive group class where you can learn at your own pace.
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You are unsure which style of yoga is right for you and would like a gentle introduction to the foundations of yoga.
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You would love to start yoga but feel a little intimidated by joining a busy studio drop-in class.
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You have been practising online at home and would like to experience the connection, encouragement and guidance that comes from practising in person.
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You have practised yoga before but have taken a break and would like to ease yourself back into a regular practice.
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You already have some yoga experience and enjoy a slow, mindful practice that balances gentle movement with moments of rest and relaxation.
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You would like to improve your mobility, flexibility and overall ease of movement in everyday life.
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You would like to build strength, improve your balance and feel more confident in your body.
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You are ready to experience the benefits of a regular yoga practice, including better sleep, more balanced energy, a calmer mind and greater resilience.
Please note: This class includes time spent lying, sitting, kneeling and moving between the floor and standing. If you're currently unable to get up and down from the floor independently or experience significant pain when kneeling or lying flat, this group class may not be the most suitable option at this time.
If you're unsure, please get in touch before booking—I'm always happy to discuss whether the class is right for you or whether a private session would be a better place to start.
By the end of the 6 week series you will -
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Feel confident with the foundations of Hatha yoga, including key postures (asanas) and mindful movement to help release tension in both body and mind.
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Notice improvements in your mobility, flexibility, strength, balance and overall ease of movement.
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Develop an understanding of safe alignment and how to adapt your practice to work within your own body's needs and abilities.
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Build a deeper connection with your breath and learn simple breathing techniques to help bring greater calm, relaxation and balance to everyday life.
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Gain an introduction to some of the core principles of yoga philosophy, including Svadhyaya (self-inquiry), encouraging greater self-awareness both on and off the mat.
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Experience the encouragement and connection that comes from practising with others in a welcoming local community.
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Feel inspired and confident to continue your yoga journey through the ongoing 6-week themed classes.
Location: Balfour Key Stage 1 School, Balfour Road, Brighton, BN1 6NE
Free parking in Balfour Primary School
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Heather - Brighton
Camilla’s depth of practice is evident in her direct and practical teaching style. She creates a calm, meditative atmosphere using music and her voice. There is a lovely mixture of grounding, challenging and relaxing techniques, and we are all encouraged to practice safely whilst exploring our physical boundaries.
I look forward to Camilla’s classes. They are a special, calm, caring interlude in my week.
Tina - Brighton
I have absolutely loved the course and will definitely be rejoining. I have enjoyed taking time out for myself. I have had a stressful time with my mum who lived with us before moving into a care home.
I have loved the time to reflect and move on each week.
I thought I would struggle with a lot of the poses / moves but you paced the course well and make things achievable.
Liz - Brighton
I have absolutely loved beginners yoga. Your gentle and encouraging approach has helped me reconnect to my body and discover its strength. The class is supportive and nurturing and has helped me feel more grounded during an emotionally challenging time in my life. Thank you!