Lindsey ~ Asha Jyoti (Light of Hope), based in Scotland
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Exploring boundaries and finding new edges. Making yoga accessible and keeping it real.
"You're so passionate about what you do. It shines through." Tonia, Scotland
Exploring boundaries and finding new edges. Making yoga accessible and keeping it real.
"You're so passionate about what you do. It shines through." Tonia, Scotland
About Lindsey..
Come and connect with your inner wisdom through yoga
I'm passionate about sharing the benefits yoga can bring to all minds and all bodies. This has and continues to be a journey of discovery for me.
I worked as a Project Manager for 20 years in Financial services. I came to yoga in my 20s to find a better balance and relieve the pressures of work. In 2006, I took an opportunity between jobs to spend time in Rishikesh, India to deepen my understanding of yoga and certified as an RYS Akhanda Hatha Yoga Teacher, with Yogi Vishvketu of Akhanda Yoga. It was here 'Asha Jyoti', my yogic name was given to me which translates to ‘Light of Hope.’ In 2018 I became a Tutor for the Yoga Scotland Foundation Course, helping guide others on their yoga journeys..
Reiki also found me whilst living and travelling in South America in my 20s. I completed my Reiki I initiation in La Paz, Bolivia in 2000, Reiki II initiations in England 2003 and Reiki III & Reiki Master in Wales in 2007. I've been loving and learning NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) coaching and communicating techniques since 2009 and qualified as an INLPTA NLP Practitioner in 2015. I'm also a qualified Holistic Therapist. I love to weaver these things into yoga practices too!
It was in 2015 I took the bold step to leave Financial Services and dedicate my time to running my own yoga and wellbeing services business. This has quickly grown into sharing classes for a range of people including, adults, kids, people in Care Homes, workshops covering a range of wellbeing subjects and longer wellbeing retreats - both home and abroad. Community is everything and I actively support SAMH charity and well as others.
I'm a published author (Whirlpools, yoga and the balance of life 2018 and Forgiveness is the Hardest thing 2022) writer of wellbeing related articles in Yoga magazine and wider press such as the Huffington Post. I co-founded the award nominated international podcast series Voices of Yoga (no longer active).
In October 2018 I lead a Scottish Parliamentary Reception on Yoga: Mental Health & Wellbeing. Sharing the benefits all forms of yoga can bring to all minds and bodies. Sponsored by Angus MacDonald MSP and with a speech by the Minister for Mental Health, Clare Haughey MSP along with SAMH it was an inspiring evening with a continuing positive ripple effect.
And in my 'spare' time... I aim to rekindle my passion for rock climbing (indoors & out),
How I'd describe my style of Yoga teaching?
Whilst my teaching training follows the Akhanda Hatha style of yoga, I like to incorporate elements from other styles. Typically in one of my yoga classes, I will guide you though a combination of postures (asanas) breathing exercises (pranayama) and relaxation/internal focus techniques as well as incorporating aspects of NLP into the classes. Yoga is a non-competitive activity which exercises the mind, body and improves breathing. It promotes balance, core stability, strength and flexibility, alongside encouraging us to make space to absorb the benefits of our practice. All this can help to re-energise and rejuvenate ourselves. My teaching is suitable for the complete beginner up to intermediate level. My personal yoga journey has had its ups and downs and continues to help me explore the boundaries of my ego, in particular refinding my physical practice after huge weight gain, two c-sections in my mid to late 30s and ongoing lower back challenges. However, here's the thing:
"My yoga. It doesn’t matter if things aren’t perfect. My practice is my time to feel alive, loved and free...Yoga is not about mastering the postures. It's about using your practice to understand and transform yourself'.
I'd sum up my yoga style of teaching as: fluid, fun and aimed towards improving your flexibility and ability to take a little time to journey inwards towards peace.
But don't take it from me, come and find out for yourself or read what others think/have fedback here!
I worked as a Project Manager for 20 years in Financial services. I came to yoga in my 20s to find a better balance and relieve the pressures of work. In 2006, I took an opportunity between jobs to spend time in Rishikesh, India to deepen my understanding of yoga and certified as an RYS Akhanda Hatha Yoga Teacher, with Yogi Vishvketu of Akhanda Yoga. It was here 'Asha Jyoti', my yogic name was given to me which translates to ‘Light of Hope.’ In 2018 I became a Tutor for the Yoga Scotland Foundation Course, helping guide others on their yoga journeys..
Reiki also found me whilst living and travelling in South America in my 20s. I completed my Reiki I initiation in La Paz, Bolivia in 2000, Reiki II initiations in England 2003 and Reiki III & Reiki Master in Wales in 2007. I've been loving and learning NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) coaching and communicating techniques since 2009 and qualified as an INLPTA NLP Practitioner in 2015. I'm also a qualified Holistic Therapist. I love to weaver these things into yoga practices too!
It was in 2015 I took the bold step to leave Financial Services and dedicate my time to running my own yoga and wellbeing services business. This has quickly grown into sharing classes for a range of people including, adults, kids, people in Care Homes, workshops covering a range of wellbeing subjects and longer wellbeing retreats - both home and abroad. Community is everything and I actively support SAMH charity and well as others.
I'm a published author (Whirlpools, yoga and the balance of life 2018 and Forgiveness is the Hardest thing 2022) writer of wellbeing related articles in Yoga magazine and wider press such as the Huffington Post. I co-founded the award nominated international podcast series Voices of Yoga (no longer active).
In October 2018 I lead a Scottish Parliamentary Reception on Yoga: Mental Health & Wellbeing. Sharing the benefits all forms of yoga can bring to all minds and bodies. Sponsored by Angus MacDonald MSP and with a speech by the Minister for Mental Health, Clare Haughey MSP along with SAMH it was an inspiring evening with a continuing positive ripple effect.
And in my 'spare' time... I aim to rekindle my passion for rock climbing (indoors & out),
How I'd describe my style of Yoga teaching?
Whilst my teaching training follows the Akhanda Hatha style of yoga, I like to incorporate elements from other styles. Typically in one of my yoga classes, I will guide you though a combination of postures (asanas) breathing exercises (pranayama) and relaxation/internal focus techniques as well as incorporating aspects of NLP into the classes. Yoga is a non-competitive activity which exercises the mind, body and improves breathing. It promotes balance, core stability, strength and flexibility, alongside encouraging us to make space to absorb the benefits of our practice. All this can help to re-energise and rejuvenate ourselves. My teaching is suitable for the complete beginner up to intermediate level. My personal yoga journey has had its ups and downs and continues to help me explore the boundaries of my ego, in particular refinding my physical practice after huge weight gain, two c-sections in my mid to late 30s and ongoing lower back challenges. However, here's the thing:
"My yoga. It doesn’t matter if things aren’t perfect. My practice is my time to feel alive, loved and free...Yoga is not about mastering the postures. It's about using your practice to understand and transform yourself'.
I'd sum up my yoga style of teaching as: fluid, fun and aimed towards improving your flexibility and ability to take a little time to journey inwards towards peace.
But don't take it from me, come and find out for yourself or read what others think/have fedback here!
Ustrasana / Camel
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What Yoga pose would I most liken to myself to and why? At this point in my life it would have to be the Camel pose/Ustrasana. Why? Because I feel the pose is a continual movement exploring flexibility in any particular moment and at the same time requires an open chest and heart to keep true to the asana/pose. Like a camel I am traversing lifes humps and bumps, exploring my vulnerabilities and embracing the yogic path. Hari Om! |
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Me with Yogrishi Vishvketu,
Himalayan Yoga Master
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