We’re thrilled to welcome Leigh Thomas back to il giardino Yogastudio this December! 🌟
After his incredible classes in Munich last November—filled with soulful energy and deep transformation—Leigh is returning to share more of his inspiring teaching with us. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience his unique blend of wisdom, presence, and passion right here in our studio.
📅 Secure your spot now!
Book through our website’s class schedule or reserve via Urban Sports Club, EGYM Wellpass, or Classpass.
Be part of these unforgettable sessions and let yourself be inspired all over again! 🧘♀️✨
Leigh Thomas erneut zu Gast im il giardino Yogastudio
vom 14.12.24. bis 18.12.24
Born of mixed cultures and traditions, Leigh has always sought deeper truths about himself and the world around him. Vintage yoga books lay scattered around his home in a time when yoga was an exotic curiosity rather than the lifestyle choice it has become today.
At around six or seven years old, Leigh encountered his first lesson in breathwork in an unusual way. His kindergarten teacher, with a hint of severity, would make the children hold their breath—a punishment that others found unsettling, yet one that Leigh found strangely fascinating. This experience left a lasting impression, becoming his unplanned introduction to pranayama, the art of breath.
As he grew, Leigh stumbled upon a copy of Light on Yoga at a local bookshop—a timeless guide to modern yoga in the West. Over time, he would study and re-purchase this book multiple times, each page deeply worn with insight. The foreword by Yehudi Menuhin inspired him to weave together music and a dedicated yoga practice, a harmonious blend that has been the foundation of his life.
The philosophies of Socrates, Gandhi, Tolstoy, and poets across the ages helped him find grounding and clarity, giving shape to his worldview. After moving to Berlin in 2007, Leigh’s journey led him through Bikram Yoga and Ashtanga traditions, eventually arriving at the Jivamukti school. Here, music and movement became deeply entwined, and in 2018, he embraced the next step: teacher training.
Today, Leigh is a full-time composer and musician, merging music and yoga—sometimes as two distinct paths, other times as one seamless journey. In his classes and in his life, he continues to explore the interplay of sound and stillness, breath and rhythm, cultivating a space where art and awareness coexist.
Leigh’s classes are held in English, however we encourage you to join even with basic knowledge in English language, you will manage!
14.12.24 18:00 – 19:15 Uhr Power Vinyasa
15.12.24 18:00 – 19:15 Uhr Vinyasa meets Yin
15.12.24 19:30 – 20:45 Uhr Yin, Breath & Meditation
16.12.24 10:00 – 11:15 Uhr Vinyasa Yoga
16.12.24 12:00 – 12:45 Uhr Lunch Flow
17.12.24 10:00 – 11:30 Uhr Vinyasa meets Yin
17.12.24 12:00 – 12:45 Uhr Lunch Flow
18.12.24 18:15 – 19:45 Uhr Advanced Vinyasa
18.12.24 20:00 – 21:30 Uhr Yin & Live Musik/ Annette & Leigh
Tickets can be booked in our class schedule or in your Urban Sports Club, Egym Wellpass or Classpass App.
Power Vinyasa Flow
Level: Medium to advanced practitioners
Join us for a dynamic Power Vinyasa Flow class designed to build strength, flexibility, and endurance. This invigorating practice synchronizes breath with movement, allowing you to cultivate both physical and mental resilience. Expect to flow through a series of challenging postures that will elevate your heart rate and deepen your connection to your body.
What to Expect:
– Warm-Up: Begin with grounding breathwork and gentle stretches to prepare the body.
– Flow Sequence: Move through a variety of sun salutations and standing poses that engage the core and strengthen the muscles. Transitions will be smooth and fluid, encouraging mindfulness and breath awareness.
– Peak Poses: Each class will feature a peak pose that challenges your balance, strength, and flexibility. Modifications will be offered to ensure all participants can safely engage with the practice.
– Cool Down: Conclude with restorative stretches and guided relaxation to release tension and promote recovery.
– Meditation: End the class with a brief meditation, allowing you to center your thoughts and integrate the benefits of your practice.
Benefits:
– Increases strength and flexibility
– Enhances cardiovascular fitness
– Promotes mindfulness and stress relief
– Boosts energy levels and improves mood
Instructor:
Leigh will guide you through this empowering journey, offering personalized adjustments and encouragement throughout the class.
Join us to empower your body and mind through movement!
Awaken Your Inner Light: A Journey Through Yin Asana, Breath & Meditation
Level: All levels welcome
Step into a serene space with Awaken Your Inner Light, a unique blend of Yin yoga, Pranayama (breathwork), and meditation, crafted to help you connect deeply with your body, breath, and inner essence. This class invites you on a gentle journey of self-discovery, guiding you through postures and practices that open, release, and restore.
What to Expect:
– Yin Asana: Begin with slow, grounding Yin postures, each held to release tension and open the body’s deeper layers. The stillness of each pose allows you to unwind fully, quieting the mind and creating space within.
– Pranayama: Guided breathwork will follow, deepening your awareness and calming your energy. Pranayama practices will invite balance and harmony, gently awakening your inner light and bringing clarity to the present moment.
– Meditation: Blended with meditation, guiding you to connect with the light within this practice will encourage self-compassion and peace, leaving you feeling balanced, renewed, and deeply connected.
Benefits:
– Releases deep-seated tension and enhances flexibility
– Balances and revitalizes energy
– Cultivates inner peace and mental clarity
– Awakens a sense of inner calm and light
Allow yourself to relax, breathe, and open up to the light within. Step into a space of tranquility and transformation with us.