Sale items include – body therapy kits, skin care kits with travel bag (dry, oily), Age Smart starter kits, intensive eye repair (with free gifts),  pre-clense (with two free gifts), travel soothing protect spray, travel dermal clay cleanser and many more items! Prices from £3!!

Come in and browse!

Drop in classes – £11 (please pay instructor, not reception)

Classes run by yoga instructor, Graham Hyman.

Classes tend to be very grounded and strong, with an emphasis towards developing focus and mindfulness though a vinyasa based practice, which is reflective of his own personal sadhana.. His style of teachings include Hatha, Dynamic, Dynamic Flow, Vinyasa, Yogalates, Ashtanga. Under his guruji’s guidance he is constantly developing his sadhana and teaching of all levels including advanced classes.
 

Graham wanted to become a yoga teacher because of his own deep love and belief in the life enhancing qualities, that a regular yoga practice and dedicated study with his Guruji, helped him to create.
Graham’s students love the diversity, challenge and personal growth his classes bring to them.

His style of teachings include Hatha, Dynamic, Dynamic Flow, Vinyasa, Yogalates, Ashtanga. Under his guruji’s guidance he is constantly developing his sadhana and teaching of all levels including advanced classes.

Class starts from the 28th of Jan!

*please note – yoga/pilates passes cannot be used with this class, please pay the instructor directly
*suitable for pregnancy
*Cash/cheque payments only

Latino Bambino is a first-rate dance school based in London, which offers 45-minute Salsa fitness classes where mums wear their babies (from six weeks old and up) in carriers or slings whilst dancing to the pulsating Latin American tempo.

Our classes allow mothers to burn calories, improve cardiovascular endurance and posture, and shed-off their post-natal weight whilst building intimacy and trust with their baby.

The Latino Bambino classes are appropriate for all levels of fitness and dance abilities and are 100% baby friendly.  During the classes, mums are encouraged to work at their own pace and they can attend to the needs of their baby at any time if needed.

From Dancing at Home to Starting a Dance School of Her Own

Latino Bambino is the brainchild of our lead instructor, Urska Gestrin Mosquera, and is a continuation of all the work that she has done in the past.

Urska was a competitive Latin American and Ballroom dancer, and four-time national champion.  Urska competed at international level, and has taught Salsa to children and adults in different countries. She is a qualified Latin-American and Ballroom judge (adjudicator), and has over 15 years of experience in teaching dance including salsa.

She has trained children, teenagers and adults for international competitions and during this time raised national champions.

Urska is a member of the UKA (United Kingdom Alliance of professional teachers of dancing).  She has also trained with fitness training leaders, YMCA, and is a fully qualified ante and post-natal exercise teacher.

Mum of two, Urska says “After becoming a mother it was difficult to find time to commit to any form of exercise. I found myself dancing at home with my husband and my two little Latino Bambinos” and that’s how the classes started in 2007.

Our Commitment

At Latino Bambino, we are passionate about our Salsa Babies^tm and Latino Bambino^tm classes. We ensure that the choreography and exercises are thoroughly researched and that our teachers have gone through the intensive training program that we have developed. This assures our clients that our instructors are equipped to conduct classes in a manner that is safe and fun for the participants.

Our classes are suitable for mothers with babies who are six weeks or older. They must have had their six-week post-natal check-up, and should consult with their doctor before starting our workout or any other type of exercise. We also encourage dads, and baby sitters to experience the Salsa fun and the benefits of baby wearing!

It is the feedback from our Salsa Mums^tm that drives us to be so passionate and commited about our salsa classes.  Over and Over again we hear mums say how much they look forward to the class and that it is their highlight of the week that helps them to unwind, uplift and get those endorphins going – All whilst bonding with their baby.

For information and to book please call Urska on 07961 838349 or info@latinobambino.co.uk

 Vitality Centre are thrilled to welcome Zumba!! with qulified instructor, Judit, starting in Jan 2012! Visit her website for more infomation.

What is Zumba? 

Zumba Fitness^® is the only Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers, and contagious steps to form a “fitness-party” that is downright addictive.

Since its inception, the Zumba program has grown to become the world’s largest – and most successful – dance-fitness program with more than 12 million people of all shapes, sizes and ages taking weekly Zumba classes in over 110,000 locations across more than 125 countries.

Zumba Fitness® is like no other workout you will ever experience!

Zumba Fitness® was created in the mid-90s by Colombian native Alberto “Beto” Perez, a celebrity fitness trainer and choreographer for International pop superstars.

Inspired by the traditional cumbia, salsa, samba and merengue music he grew up with, Beto paired his favourite pulsating Latin rhythms with the red-hot international dance steps his clients loved and Zumba Fitness® (Spanish slang for “to move fast and have fun”) was born!

Since Beto brought Zumba Fitness® to the US in 1999, it has become one of the fastest-growing, dance-based fitness crazes in the country, with people of all ages falling in love with its infectious music, easy-to-follow dance moves, and body-beautifying benefits.
 

What are the benifits of Zumba?

*Weight loss
*Improved cardiovascular health
*A great replacment for boring gym exercises!
*Improved mood
*Increased energy
*Improved coordination
*IT’S FUN AND SOCIAL!!
*Total body toning
*Zumba is for everyone – people of all ages, fitness levels and body types!
*Great stress release
*Gives you more awareness of your body

 ***For more information please visit Judit’s website here or contact her directly on 07515418660

 **This class is not suitable during pregnancy **if you have any injuries please check with your doctor before beginning zumba

10 Tips for Better Exercise Success

Here are 10 tips to help you get your exercise plan off the ground, and keep it in the air well into the New Year.

1) Joining a gym is not always the answer

We often tell ourselves that joining the local gym will solve all our exercise problems; that buying that yearly membership is all we’re going to need to summon the motivation we need. We’ve all said it “Maybe I’m just a gym junkie and I just don’t know it yet?!” 

Britons spend an estimated £37m a year on wasted gym memberships. Signing up for the gym is not the answer for all of us. The truth is that a gym situation although ideal for some, doesn’t suit all. Find an exercise program that suits you.

2) Keep exercise fun!

Finding a few forms of exercise that are fun and exciting is a great way to keep your regime constantly interesting, making it more likely you’ll stick to it throughout the year. Why not try a few different things Eg: a weekly Zumba classes, swimming, yoga, group exercise with friends and daily walking. Mix it up and don’t just stick to the same old routine every week, as it may get boring. Use music or TV as a way of keeping yourself entertained during your exercise: take your ipod jogging, use the treadmill in front of your favourite soap! Keep it fun and interesting!

3) Don’t be so hard on yourself

If you miss an exercise opportunity, don’t stress yourself out unnecessarily. If you miss a regular class, go for a walk instead. You can always make up for it later. Stress can be a contributing factor in quitting an exercise regime. Try and remember that one or two slip ups do not equal the end of your program.

4) Use the buddy system

Find a close friend or a relative whom you trust and make an exercise pact. Encourage each other and exercise together. This can be a great recipe for success; it will give you both more confidence and support, as well as strengthening your relationship.

5) Set realistic goals

Setting goals is important as it helps us find motivation, as well as giving us something to work towards. However, we are so often quite unrealistic with our exercise goals. Speak to your doctor, consult a health professional such as a nutritionist or fitness instructor and remember that weight loss is not the only goal you should have. Think about fitness levels, energy levels, your mood, quality of sleep, muscle tone, posture, pain management and other factors.
 
6) Be patient

Another part of setting realistic goals is the ability to be patient and enjoy the ride. It’s so important to enjoy the exercise you’re doing, not just be keen for a result straight away. These things can take time.
Remember that slow and steady wins the race; don’t push yourself too hard and risk injury. Start with low to moderate levels of exercise and increase over a period of time.

7) Keep your exercise regime accessible

Singing up for classes on the other side of town or at times when we know it’s going to push the schedule, is never wise. We are much more likely to stick to forms of exercise that are easy to fit into our schedules: go for a jog at lunch time, do an hour of yoga at home, enjoy a walk after dinner or find an after work class within walking distance from your house.

8 ) Make it a lifestyle change

Diet fads and exercise kicks don’t always last. Take it slow, change your daily routine, change your attitude and make the “new you” a lifestyle change, not just a fad. Make your changes last.

9) Keep a record of your achievements

Keeping an exercise and diet journal is a great way to document your progress and keep yourself motivated.
Write down your goals and how you will reward yourself once you’ve achieved these goals; keep healthy recipes and document the post-exercise feelings of euphoria to remind yourself how good you can feel. Remember that it’s not all about weight loss, so keeping track of your weight via the scales might not be for everybody.

10) Healthy eating

Healthy eating and a good exercise regime go hand in hand. Consult your health professional and find a health diet fit for your body type and health history.

Vitality Centre has always been very baby and child friendly; offering treatments and classes to suit babies, kids and post-natal Mums. So naturally we’re delighted to have signed up for the new Mummy Mondays program! This program will allow us to offer discounts and deals to our very specials Monday Mummys!! 

 Mums can get discounted activities and products all over London each Monday just by singing up for the program! How can you take advantage?

MUMS – join Mummy Mondays for special deals and discounts in London, every Monday!! Even some from us!! Check out their facebook page and their website.

Please contact Reshma Email: reshma@hypnoclinic.net  or call:
07939 925 302 OR 0207 267 9519

Upcoming Course Dates:

 2 Day Courses

2 day weekend course: Saturday 21^st and Sunday 22^nd January 2012. £269 per couple
2 day weekend course: Saturday 11^th and Sunday 12^th February 2012. £269 per couple

1 Day Courses

1 day course: Saturday 21^st January 2012. £149 per couple
1 day course: Saturday 11^th February 2012. £149 per couple.

The Group Course price includes:
- All Key Techniques to ensure a positive experience
- The official HypnoBirthing Book
- Attendance for both you and your birthing companion(s)  
- Refreshments
- All course materials
- 4 Powerful Relaxation/Preparation & Birthing Affirmations CD or MP3s
- Birth-Plan
- Practice handouts
-Light Touch ? Endorphin release massage
- A fantastic exercise at the end of the course to prove how effective the techniques really are
-Support after the course and lots more!

 To avoid disappointment, please book well in advance as our courses tend to fill up quickly.

Groups are kept small enough to ensure that individual needs are fully satisfied and that techniques re mastered. You will spend lots of time practicing the 3 different breathing techniques which is really important, so that you leave feeling confident in your ability to give birth using Hypnobirthing.

  About the practitioner:

Reshma is a fully qualified Hypnobirthing Practitioner with a complimentary background in Yoga and Alternative medicine. She has natural intuitive flair and excellent communication skills, putting her clients at great ease and comfort.

Her approach is clear, concise and direct offering simple and effective advice for couples to feel confident and fully informed. She started teaching alongside Helianthe Rusken – one of UK’s top practitioners following which she has now successfully delivered Hypnobirthing courses for the last 4 years including Women’s only and Private courses.

She gave birth to 2 of her beautiful children in the birthing pool in just a few hours using the Hypnobirthing Techniques. Reshma’s courses have been proven to help couples achieve a positive birth through the many birth stories she has received in the classes she teaches in SW and NW London. The Vitality Centre is the most popular venue that she teaches from.

 Her own experience :

 Reshma has used the Hypnobirthing tools and techniques with the birth of 2 of her 3 children. Her first experience over 10 years ago was not a pleasant experience and decided to try Hypnobirthing for her 2nd and 3rd birth to ensure that history would not repeat itself. She had an amazing water birth in the Hospital in just 2Hours! And then proceeded to give birth at home 3 years later also in a birthing pool where she was very aware and in control giving her confidence to deliver her own children. Both her Hypnobirths were extremely quick!

The HypnoBirthing Course… Learn how to have a shorter labour with less pain!

This enjoyable and informative hypnobirthing course will thoroughly prepare you psychologically and physically for having the best possible experience of childbirth. Classes are a good mix of practical
and theory and you will learn many effective techniques that are useful for your birth and elsewhere in life. Groups are kept small enough to ensure that individual needs are fully satisfied and that techniques are mastered. You will leave feeling confident in your ability to have a positive birth experience.

 What will you learn?

 *Special hypnobirthing breathing techniques for relaxation and childbirth.

*A range of relaxation techniques for a more comfortable birth

*How it is possible for you to have a quick and easy birth with less pain

 *Different ways of bonding with your unborn baby

 *Many visualisations to enable you to work confidently with your body

 *Massage techniques to release endorphins

 *Fear release methods to overcome concerns about giving birth and parenting

 *Skills to build your confidence and sense of calm, so that you can look forward to the birth

 *Birthing affirmations ……….. and much more!!

What are the Key Benefits of Hypnobirthing?

*A special, integral role for the Birthing Partner

*Shortens the first stage of labour by several hours

*A calm and secure birth experience rather than a tense, stressful ordeal

*Eliminates or greatly reduces the need for chemical painkillers

*Fewer breech positions and other complications

*Easier resolution in the event of a complication

*Good-natured babies who are better sleepers and eaters

*A more relaxed and enjoyable pregnancy

*Alleviate fatigue during labour, leaving you with energy for the actual birth

*Reduces risk of hyperventilation from ’shallow’ breathing methods

*Promotes bonding of mother, baby and birthing partner

*More rapid postnatal recovery

*Returns childbirth to the beautiful, peaceful experience that nature intended

~~~~

Testimonies

*Just to let you know that our first child Carter Stuart Olivier was born on
Wednesday 28th July 2010 at 06:45 at home in water. It was the most
amazing experience and I know you all wonder the same thing and YES
Hypnobirthing works!! I mean…not that I ever doubted it won’t work but it
was amazing how my body just took over and even when I went through a
little ‘difficult’ period my mind just gave me the energy to carry on. 
~Marileze Boshoff, South London

*The breathing techniques I learnt were so valuable, and definitely helped
me put my energy inwards. I was not at all tired like with my 1st birth.
Breathing and keeping relaxing all these muscles that wanted to tighten
really helped me have a quick birth.The midwife was so impressed that she said she would look into thisHypnobirth. So A BIG THANK YOU from Sofia for making her arrival to this world a calm, controlled and wonderful experience for both Alessandro and me. ~ Karima & Allesandro

*Hi Reshma! Our little girl was born just yesterday  as planned in the
birthing centre, naturally in only 4 hours!! We are ecstatic and amazed
how effective the techniques were and we can?t wait to do it all over
again. We will send you a full birthing story really soon and want to say many thanks for helping us have a fantastic experience. ~ John & Harriett

Here at Vitality Centre we understand that sometimes childcare isn’t always easy or possible – so please remember that you’re more than welcome to bring your baby or kids along with you when you come in for a treatment.

We have space for you to feed, change and play with your baby; as well as friendly and caring staff who will do all they can do make you all feel comfortable and welcomed.

Baby changing facilities are available on the lower ground floor and there is a lift so you don’t need to lug prams up the stairs.

BEAUTY – high street salons simply will not allow babies or kids in, but we are more than happy to have your precious little one stay with you while you have a manicure or that all important waxing done! Our therapists are experienced with kids and babies, so you have no need to worry!

*Massage *Waxing (hot and strip) *Facials *Manicures *Pedicures *Osteopathy *Reflexology and more!

**We also have treatments for babies and kids (crainal osteopahty) and classes in our studios (Latino Bambino and Post-natal baby Massage and more!)

Vitality Centre is proud to present Pure Massage training courses; joining us in 2012.

For more information, please go to the Pure Massage website: http://www.puremassage.com/school/index.htm

Phone: 0207 381 8100
Email:  school@puremassage.com

About Pure Massage

Since opening the Pure Massage School in 2002, we have spent the last 9 years developing advanced massage training programmes of outstanding quality for our therapists at Pure Massage. Our ethos is to share the remarkable healing power of touch with as many people as possible and for the last two years we have also offered postgraduate courses to all qualified therapists looking to deepen their understanding and skill set. We have received great feedback from therapists and clients worldwide as well as high acclaim from the press and have now developed fantastic courses for any student wishing to make the leap into a fulfilling career as a massage therapist.

All the courses we offer are accredited by the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA), the leading professional body for complementary therapists in the UK and Ireland.

As part of our personal approach to teaching, we work with small groups of students so your individual needs are met and our clear, simple teaching style and supportive environment enables you to get the most from your learning. All our courses are designed and taught by Pure Massage School Director Beata Aleksandrowicz, whose expert knowledge gained from her outstanding 14-year career, forms the 12 unique principles at the core of all our teaching which make our massage a profoundly moving experience for our clients.

She has conducted ongoing training and research – including working with Indigenous tribes in Africa – in order to create a powerfully healing massage. Her fine-tuned techniques enable therapists to deliver treatments of the highest quality, individually tailored to their clients’ specific needs. Acclaimed in the Sunday Times as one of the best known in her field, she is regularly consulted by journalists for advice and is the author of two books on massage “Every Day Massage” and “Face Massage” for Duncan Baird Publishers with her third book due to come out soon.

Whether you are a beginner or a qualified therapist looking to further expand your skills, we have a wide range of great courses to help you develop your career including ITEC level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage, as well as our post graduate courses in Advanced Deep Tissue Massage, Face Therapy and Face Massage. You will also receive 3 months’ free of charge support to build your career through one-to-one coaching sessions with Beata, giving you all the tools you need to develop a thriving practice.

It is our passion to spread the power of touch and we look forward to seeing you succeed and grow as a therapist, to love your work and experience the amazing gift of transforming other people’s lives through the power of your loving touch.

Courses Offered are as Followed. Please click the links for more information and to book:

*ITEC Level 3 Professional Diploma for Holistic Massage
*ITEC Level 3 Diploma for Anatomy & Physiology
*Workshop
*Advanced Deep Tissue Course
*Advanced Face Therapy Course
*Advanced Face Massage Course

So the first thing to point out is that reflexology is actually incredibly beneficial for both circulation and the nerves within the feet. And aside from all the other benefits that can be gained by regular reflexology for diabetics the benefits in reducing foot discomfort in my experience really are quite amazing.

So what is diabetes?

Diabetes is a metabolic disease that results in the individual having high blood sugar levels.
Your blood sugar levels are controlled in the body by 2 hormones, glucagon (causes cells to secret stored sugar into the blood to increases the blood sugar levels) & insulin (causes cells to absorb sugar to decreases the blood sugar levels). In diabetes the insulin does not work correctly resulting in blood sugar levels getting too high.

 The increase in blood sugar levels as a result of diabetes have 3 main symptoms, an increase in urination, thrust and hunger. If the blood sugar levels stay too high over a long period of time they can lead to vision changes due to a change in shape of the lens in the eye, however if the blood sugar level is returned to normal this will often reverse itself.

Diabetes can also cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and hyperventilation.

There are 3 main types of diabetes:

Type 1: This is often referred to as “insulin depended diabetes” because this is when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin and requires injections to control the blood sugar levels.

Type 2: When the cells of the body develop a resistance to insulin and they do not absorb sugars out of the blood.

Gestational diabetes: During pregnancy the pancreas needs to produce extra insulin and if it doesn’t this can lead to a pregnancy related diabetes.

How can Reflexology Help?

Reflexology is great for the localised symptoms of poor circulation and neuropathy (a tingling, numbness, coldness, pain or loss of sensation due to never damage).

But reflexology can do more than that. By working on the feet to stimulate and balance the whole body, and by spending time on specific areas within the body though reflex points in the feet, reflexology can help to return the body back to a balanced state and encourage a general feeling of health and vitality.

 By working on the pancreas and generally the endocrine (hormonal) system reflexology can encourage the production of insulin by helping the cells that produce the insulin to work as efficiently as possible.

The liver would be another key area to work on through reflexology, due to its processing functions being effected by an increase in blood sugar levels.

Reflexology is also great for symptom management; the areas worked on would vary depending on the individuals needs but examples would be the digestive system to reduce nausea and pain or the urinary system to help with the excessive urination.

For treating diabetes initially it is recommended to have regular treatments, once of twice a week. As general vitality and health improve the sessions can be spread out further until they would be once every month to 6 weeks as maintenance. Or until they are no longer required (such as in the case of gestational diabetes)

Written by Jackie Potts (Massage and Reflexology Therapist)