Be inspired is based in Guernsey and offers a regular schedule of general Yoga classes, children’s Yoga classes, private Yoga sessions, Yoga workshops, individual Reiki treatments, access to holistic practitioners, group Reiki attunement sessions and regular Yoga Wellness & Wellbeing retreats within the Channel Islands and further afield to enhance your general sense of wellbeing.
Be inspired
Yoga, Reiki and Yoga & Wellbeing Retreats
Established by Emma Despres in 2006, Be inspired's aim has always been to offer the best Yoga teaching, in a variety of styles, so that there is a class suitable for everyone, regardless of age, gender, physical ability and lifestyle.
Furthermore, Be inspired aim to offer true wellbeing, inside and out, supporting the best teachers and holistic practitioners, and creating a sense of community where everyone can embrace and share their uniqueness without fear of prejudice.
Emma Despres
In 2005 Emma qualified as a Yoga Alliance registered teacher with the Integrated South Pacific Yoga Academy (INSPYA) in Byron Bay, Australia before undertaking further training with the Byron Yoga Centre. Emma then returned home to Guernsey and set up Be inspired so she could share her knowledge with local people.
Combining her passions for travel, yoga and writing Emma has attended a number of yoga classes, workshops, retreats and training courses with a plethora of teachers around the world - each sharing their culture, spirit and energy and offering her an insight into her own practice and the joy of yoga, which she loves to share with others through her teaching and writing.
Emma combines her knowledge and experience of energy healing with ancient yoga teachings for a truly holistic approach to healing and life generally.
"There is no doubt that discovering yoga and Reiki has transformed my life - and continues to transform my life - immeasurably for the better,
and I hope to share this with you through Be inspired." (Emma Despres - Owner)
Other Teachers:
Sheila Maubec
Sheila has over 30 years' yoga experience, is a graduate in zoology, physiology and biochemistry, a Reiki Master Practitioner, Holistic Therapist (C.H.A. dip) and an art teacher. Sheila initially trained to teach Vinyasa Yoga by British Wheel of Yoga instructor, Wending Waring but has since adopted more of the Kundalini tradition into her practice. Sheila also teaches art classes on Be inspired's yoga and wellbeing retreats.
Hayley Le Marquand
Hayley has over 20 years' of yoga practice, completed the BWY Foundation Course Level 1, is a qualified Holistic Massage Therapist and Reiki Practitioner and has attended many workshops and retreats worldwide.
Yoga
Be inspired offer the following yoga classes for adults and children at St Peters Community Centre
Yoga Flow - dynamic and flowing, synchronising breath with movement and integrating awareness of alignment in asana (postures), to encourage strength, flexibility, grace and freedom (all levels).
Yoga Gently - ideal for beginners or students who just want to practice yoga gently and relax deeply (any age and experience welcome).
Yoga to De-stress - a perfect class for the end of the week, combining restorative poses, passive relaxation and breathing techniques to relieve the effects of stress on the body and help to calm the central nervous system.
Power Yoga - energetic and challenging class focusing on the body's structural alignment in classic asanas (postures). Builds stamina, flexibility and core stability, thereby establishing a strong and safe foundation for the study of more advanced asanas. (Beginners will be challenged).
Children / Teenage Yoga - suitable for ages 8 to 14. A great way to increase children's co-ordination, self-awareness, confidence and self esteem while they stretch and strengthen their bodies. In addition they can learn to relax, concentrate and be gentle in a fun and creative environment.
Private Yoga Classes - one-on-one sessions for those unable to attend general classes and/or want to use yoga to help them heal from any trauma, injury, condition or illness (contact Emma for rates).
Reiki
Reiki treatment and training is offered by Be inspired.
Reiki treatment is non-diagnostic, non-interventionist, non-manipulative and no pressure is applied. Practitioners simply place their hands gently on or over the body whilst the recipient automatically draws in only as much reiki as needed, using it in whatever way is most appropriate at the time. Reiki is deeply relaxing and has a profoundly calming and healing effect.
Reiki works on every level; physical, mental, emotional and spiritual, and ultimately helps to increase our sense of wellbeing.
Reiki may be experienced as a flow of energy, mild tingling, warmth, coolness, other sensations, or nothing at all.
Be inspired also offer Reiki training - Level 1 & 2 Attunement Courses (contact Be Inspired for details or to arrange a one-to-one / small group session).
Yoga & Wellbeing Retreats
Be inspired hold bi-annual retreats on Herm Island providing time out to de-stress, restore, re-energise and relax in peaceful and beautiful surroundings whilst learning more about yoga.
Reiki, holistic massage and reflexology treatments are offered in addition to walking, Pranayama (breathing techniques) meditation, art classes, life coaching sessions and yoga Nidra (deep relaxation). The classes are suitable for all levels of experience except those who have never practised Yoga previously. Alternatives are provided where necessary so you simply practice to your own ability and rest as necessary. If you are in any doubt as to your fitness then please consult your GP.
Places on these retreats get booked up quickly as spaces are limited so email contact@beinspiredby.co.uk to find out details of the next retreat.
Emma's Qualifications / Memberships
- Yoga Alliance Registered Teacher
- Level 1&2 Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy (N. America)
- International Association of Yoga Therapists Member
- Qualified Children's Yoga teacher (YogaBananas - 2007)
- Qualified Pregnancy Yoga teacher (Vicky Olliver - 2008)
- UK Reiki Federation Master Teacher (2006)
- Holistic Therapist (C.H.A. dip, 2009)
Be inspired was one of the finalist for the
Schroders Bright Ideas competition in 2009.
For more information please go to the Be inspired website
www.beinspiredby.co.uk
Be inspired Blog
Facebook Group
or contact Emma on 07781 152640
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