A practice of slowing down, awakening the body and learning to listen from within.

​

Kyriaki brings together flowing movements inspired by Qigong and Taoist practices, gentle strengthening, and elements of traditional Hatha and Kundalini yoga. The practice encourages mobility, vitality and a more conscious relationship with the body.

 

Moving with attention

​

We mobilise the joints, stretch, engage and soften the muscles, bringing warmth to areas that feel stiff, tense or inactive.

The pace gives us time to explore each movement and notice its effects.

​

The intention is to slow down and listen, although some moments can be dynamic and energising. We learn to recognise the difference between an effort that supports us and one that asks us to adjust, soften or rest.

​

Breath, energy and flow

​

The breath guides our rhythm and connects movement with awareness. We notice when it flows freely and when we hold it or begin to strain. These changes help us respond more sensitively to the body.

​

Within the Taoist understanding, movement and breath also encourage the flow of Qi, traditionally understood as vital energy. Persistent emotional tension is seen as contributing to stagnation. Gentle movement invites this tension to soften, supporting a sense of release, vitality and emotional balance.

​

Learning to listen

​

As attention deepens, we become aware of sensations that are easy to overlook: a subtle pulling, warmth, trembling, restriction or ease. We give ourselves time to feel these changes without rushing to achieve a posture. Pain is a signal to adjust or pause, rather than something to push through.

​

Yoga postures become opportunities to explore the relationship between strength and softness, effort and ease. We develop curiosity about our own experience and confidence in responding to our limits.

​

Movement as meditation

​

Kyriaki’s experience with Buddhist mindfulness and Vipassana informs this attentive approach. We practise observing sensations, thoughts and reactions without immediately judging or trying to change them.

Movement becomes a meditative practice. What we discover during a session can gradually influence how we move through daily life, with greater presence, sensitivity and kindness towards ourselves.

​

Who is this practice for?

​

These sessions welcome people who want a gentle, conscious approach to movement without pressure to perform demanding postures or keep up with an intense pace.

They offer space to develop mobility and strength, reconnect with the body and explore movement as an inward practice.

​

No previous yoga or Qigong experience is needed. You are encouraged to move within your own range and rest whenever you need to.