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Alexa Garside

Yoga for everyone

Hi there...

My name is Alexa and I have been teaching Yoga, philosophy, and anatomy for over 13 years now. I have run studios, teacher training, and retreats and am passionate and enthusiastic about my job!
I love studying eastern medicine and philosophy and combining theories with western science to build a bigger picture and varied approach to wellbeing. This means my teaching draws from many backgrounds. I have studied science and philosophy for many years and love to share what I have learned with my students.
I also like to have fun and create a welcoming environment for everyone from all backgrounds and with all body types! This website aims to bring you a range of live and pre-recorded content to help you stay fit, healthy, and happy.
I am very involved in keeping in touch with my students and welcome questions, requests, and collaborations. Please feel free to get in touch with any questions or queries you might have! I believe we can build an international community where everyone feels welcome and cared for.

Qualifications

  • Over 13 years full-time teaching yoga, anatomy, philosophy, and movement.
  • Over 500 hours Vinyasa and Hatha Yoga.
  • Pilates qualification and personal training.
  • Over 10 years running studios and 6 years running teacher training.
  • Certified YMCA fitness industry assessor and trainer, qualified to teach CPD points training and workshops.

Retreats & Workshops

Retreats and workshops tailor-made to suit your needs, whether it is for you, a group or ex-veterans.

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Mentoring

Mentoring for teachers, where you can gain teaching hours (CPD points).

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News & Events

Keep up to date and connected with all my latest yoga news and events.

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Yoga for all memberships

Classes brought to you...

I am excited to be able to offer you monthly memberships to Alexa Garside, Yoga for all. These will entitle you to full access to selected yoga and fitness classes through this website.

My first membership class will be Yoga Mondays. Every Monday a yoga video will be available with a new theme and practice that can be carried out in the comfort of your own home, or place of choosing, and at your own convenience.

There are a variety of membership levels to choose from, so join now and start feeling the benefits of yoga!

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This is the 5 Tibetan rites with modifications and explanations as to why it will improve strength, mobility and balance. These exercises are 2,500 years old and are used for longevity and health. I have accompanied this with a well known Tibetan Buddhist mantra that will help you to focus and invoke gratitude and compassion. For a full practice of yoga, mantra and meditation with me, check my website - https://notyouraverageyoga.com/ and subscribe to this Youtube channel for more short videos.
5 Tibetan Rites, mantra and modifications
YouTube Video UCCK30Hf9dR5_od6RLRyKs9g_2eWrHGthYbc
Nerve flossing and stretching can be really good for our nerves as it increases nutrient and blood flow as well as helping the nerve work better. If you have nerve pain in your neck and shoulder, give this a go! Check out my site for hour long yoga, pilates and qigong classes - https://notyouraverageyoga.com
Nerve flossing and gliding for the shoulders and arms
YouTube Video UCCK30Hf9dR5_od6RLRyKs9g_RJbrjzGYsds
This is a simple short exercise you can do to relax and let go of anxiety. It's the sound for the heart meridian 'HE' pronounced 'Hah' when you say it. Relax and unwind with this five minute practice. Visit my website for longer classes and full sequences - https://notyouraverageyoga.com
Qigong for anxiety - heart sound
YouTube Video UCCK30Hf9dR5_od6RLRyKs9g_7NNyeKtM-28
Do this little sequence daily and you will open up your feet and release the rest of your body! Everything is covered in connective tissue, and when your feet get stiff, so does everything else. By stretching the toes, we can balance better and find steadiness. By releasing the arches we can better activate the muscles of the calfs. And by stretching the ankles the knee joint can relax and everything can flow better. Happy feet, happy mind. Visit my website for full sequences - https://notyouraverageyoga.com
Yoga for your feet - mini sequence
YouTube Video UCCK30Hf9dR5_od6RLRyKs9g_LRwGfMGpb04

View your free taster videos above, and also connect with me via my YouTube channel for more complimentary Yoga sessions. If you have any questions about the memberships, or any of the classes, on offer then feel free to contact me.

Individual live classes

Also available is the option to pay-per-class. If dipping in and out of different classes suits your lifestyle better then you can also choose individual live classes, as and when you want to. All live classes are online making it easier to attend, in the comfort of your own home, with no commute! If you miss a class don’t worry as all live classes are recorded, making it even easier to fit some fitness into your weekly schedule! 

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Client feedback

…mindful attention…

“Alexa is an excellent yoga teacher. Her classes bring mindful attention to various parts of the body to help you stretch, tone and relax. By learning to be mindfully present in the moment, I’ve felt more connected to others and the world around me.”

Laetitia Zeeman, Brighton

…by far the best…

“Of my 20yrs in Brighton you are by far the best yoga teacher I’ve had and I’ve had a few!”

Jo Renshaw, Brighton

…most amazing and magical…

“Only known her a few months, but Alexa Garside is one of the most amazing and magical and funny yoga teachers I have ever had with a wonderful energy… blessed to have been to her classes, an amazing outdoor yoga session in the sunshine and today, her last class before she moves to Canada! “

Nina, Brighton
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