Gentle Yoga Workout by the Beach of East Coast Park

Join us for a gentle yoga workout by the beach led by a certified yoga instructor.

We will start with some simple stretches coordinated with breath to help harmonise the body with the mind.

We will then move on to other exercises for improving strength and fitness.

Some of these exercises might be helpful for those who have chronic conditions such as asthma, high-blood pressure, chronic stress, anxiety, insomnia, digestive issues, or body aches.

Please Note: These exercises are NOT cures but rather tools to manage symptoms and to stabilize the situation so that the body and mind can regain balance. In most cases, a full remedy of chronic conditions, if its possible, would require long term lifestyle changes. In this regard, you should continue the medication and suggestions prescribed by your doctor.

Meeting Point X: The tree at the beach behind the barbecue pit, marked with a yellow X in the attached map above (see also photo below). It is in front of the bike rental place that is next to toilet C4 of East Coast park.
Nearest carpark is C4, and it is a short walk from the Siglap Canal Park Connector. Closest MRT station is Marine Terrace. Nearby bus stops are at Marine Terrace and Marine Parade Road. There is also SBS 401 which comes to the East Coast Park Service Road. If coming from Marine Terrace/Parade, cross over using the overhead bridge near Blk 2.
If it starts to rain just before we start, we will shift to the nearby covered area of Raintree Cove, marked with a X2 in the map.

Meeting Time: 6pm. Come a bit earlier to find the meeting spot. We will do quick introductions and an overview before starting.
Exercise Start Time: 6.10pm
Yoga Duration: about 1 hour : including warm ups, loosening, yoga and final relaxation.
Optional Post Yoga Walk and Meal: For those interested: a walk to the Marine Parade Central Hawker centre followed by meal and chat.

Attire: Dress for bending and stretching comfortably. You will probably need to remove your shoes/sandals during the exercises.

To bring:
1. Mat or large towel to sit on.
Some of the exercises will require resting on the knees: so make sure you have something to cushion them (eg thick mat or thick towel or knee pads).
2. A full water bottle to rehydrate.
3. A napkin too if you find it useful.

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Exclusion: Please excuse yourself if you are ill or are recovering from injury or surgery. Have your lunch/full meal at least 3 hours before the session. You may have a very light snack (eg biscuits) or liquids at least 1/2 hr before the session if you are feeling hungry.

Advisory and Disclaimer: Yoga, when practiced with awareness, is generally beneficial. However, as with any physical activity, there is a small possibility that some participants, despite the best of intentions, might experience some adverse effects. We require you, the participant, to acknowledge this advisory: In particular, by participating in this event, you, the participant, agree to take sole and full responsibility for your health and wellness, and you further agree that the instructor will in no way, directly or indirectly, be liable for any adverse effects that you might experience during or after this event.