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Elderly woman meditating outdoors in a seated yoga position with arms open, promoting peace and wellness

Iyengar Chair Yoga Poses for Strength and Stability

As we get older, it becomes more and more vital to keep our strength, balance...
Smiling woman in activewear practising Pilates at home on a yoga mat, representing beginner-friendly home Pilates

5 Best Home Pilates Workouts for Beginners (Featuring Foundational Poses)

Pilates is one of the most effective ways to build strength, improve posture, and boost...
Yogacharya Lalit practising a seated spinal twist in nature, embodying traditional Ashtanga yoga principles

What Is Ashtanga Yoga? A Beginner’s Guide to This Powerful Practice (Online & in Cork)

If you’ve ever wondered what sets Ashtanga yoga apart from other styles, or how to...
Woman doing Pilates on a mat at home while following an online class on her laptop

5 Benefits of Joining an Online Pilates Class from Home

With so many of us working from home, or around the clock, carving out time...

The New ālaya: Purposeful Practise, Powerful Impact

Do you know how ālaya came to be? When the world shut down, our studios...
Person practising yoga on a mat in a calm indoor space, surrounded by natural light, symbolising International Yoga Day

How to Celebrate International Yoga Day with Intention and Respect

Millions across the world hit their mats on 21st June annually to mark International Yoga Day...
Two seniors smiling during a seated yoga practice—demonstrating that chair yoga is effective for strength and mobility.

Is Chair Yoga Effective for Strength, Balance, and Flexibility?

When people first hear about chair yoga, they often wonder—is chair yoga effective for real...

Online Yoga Themed Classes – June 2025

Find Your Flow This June: Themed Yoga Classes at Ālaya Yoga At Ālaya Yoga, each...
Senior man and woman relaxing post-practice, smiling and seated on yoga mats—challenging common myths about chair yoga for seniors.

5 Biggest Myths About Chair Yoga for Seniors (And Why They’re Not True!)

5 Biggest Myths About Chair Yoga for Seniors (And Why They’re Not True!) You’ve heard...