Ruth Chambers

11/09/2024

So excited to be planning 2 Reiki courses for beginners this autumn. One is in Ashby de la Zouch at the end of September, and one here in Torrington 3 days over 3 weeks in October and November. Let me know if you'd like to join in. 🙂

10/09/2024

Are you getting stiffer and stiffer? Finding it harder to bend down or stretch up to reach things?

TODAY ONLY 4PM at Castle Community Centre (1646)

If so come and join the Chair exercise class at the Methodist Church Hall at the top of Mill Street most Tuesday afternoons - from 2 to 3pm.
The class is done sitting on a chair or standing using the chair for balance or support. Each session includes stretching and strengthening exercises, breathing techniques and finishes with a guided relaxation.
Everyone can improve! One of the students is delighted to find that she can now pick things up from the floor which had been impossible!
Book your place by calling Ruth Chambers on 07789 020668

16/12/2023

Take some time out and relax as you get ready for Christmas in a relaxed Solstice Yoga class on 21st December from 10.30 to Noon.

Lose your stress and tension and discover your inner peace.

Yoga is for EVERYONE ... it is not about perfection it is about self-love and compassion and inner peace and this is available to all of us. You can improve your physical and mental health while you relax, stretch and meditate in regular classes.

This friendly class includes breathing practice, stretching, Asanas (postures), movement, relaxation or meditation and maybe chanting. Each class

You can come as a beginner or with years of experience as everyone works at their own level in Yoga. So there's no need to be very fit or flexible - that will come as you attend the class!
Beginners and men are always welcome!

This is what Chris said: "Thank you for today, I think I could have floated home."
Eileen says that "this class is the highlight of my week"

What do you need to bring?
Please wear stretchy clothes and bring a cushion and a blanket or throw. - I have a spare mat you can borrow.
You may need extra warm clothes as I keep the windows open to keep us Covid safe.

Do feel free to message me to discuss your needs or concerns about joining the class. Contact me for details or just for an informal chat about Yoga and how it might benefit you.

The class runs in term times and a little more and you do need to book your place if you are new to the class.

18/01/2023

Take some time for yourself on this Autumn Yoga Retreat in the beautiful mountains of Andalucia from 10th to 15th October. Enjoy the stylish accommodation, 4 Yoga classes and a workshop and 3 delicious, home cooked vegetarian meals each day. Explore the area on a guided hike with lots of information about the landscape and wildlife and enjoy a fascinating olive oil factory tour and tasting.

You can see all the details and book the retreat via this link. https://www.luciayoga.com/retreat/yoga-retreat-with-ruth-chambers/

There are loads of great pictures and videos on the website. You can indulge in as many of the yoga classes, meditations sessions and workshops as you like and chill out by a swimming pool or take a hike.

Prices (including the deposit) are:
€ 895 if you book at least 2 months in advance,
€945 if you leave your booking to less than 2 months before the retreat.
Only € 845 if you book 5 moths in advance!
Deposit €208 secures your place
There is a single supplement of €185 if you want a private room.

Partners who are not into Yoga are welcome to come too at the same price.
They can enjoy the hiking, lovely food, 5 swimming pools, beautiful surroundings and great company.

Do check out the website and then contact me with any questions you have.

01/08/2022

07/03/2022

Many of us are feeling distressed and it's no wonder after 2 years of pandemic , a series of storms whisking away fences, sheds and rooves, not to mention power cuts and flooding for some - and now daily reports of the appalling news in the Ukraine. 🇺🇦

So how can we keep our sanity and inner peace?
Here are a few wise words.
The Dalai Lama says "Do not let the behaviour of others destroy your inner peace."
The Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu reminds us that "If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present.
So how can we live at peace in the present whilst still being aware of what is going on in the world?
Saint Francis de Sales said: Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.

Many of us are feeling helpless in face of the current news. Like me you may have realised that you cannot change the whole world alone however we can each make a difference by doing our bit, where we are right now. That might be making donations, fundraising, visiting elderly or sick, helping a friend or going on a peaceful demonstration. Most of all we can cultivate our own inner peace by taking regular time to be quiet, to clear our minds, to spend time in nature, to breathe slowly and deeply, to relax our minds and spirits - just for now. Then repeat this as often as necessary to restore or retain your inner peace.

Something else we can do is to send peaceful thoughts, prayers and love to Ukraine and Russia and also to all the world leaders to help them make good decisions in this situation.

You can also join in the
World Peace Card Meditation on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 - 7:30pm (and every night at 7.30pm when you are able).

You can download and hold World Peace Cards as you meditate. The cards hold the vibration of the World Peace Grids which have been placed at spiritually significant locations - North and South Poles and Jerusalem. By opening to their energy, you’ll become a channel for their love and peace which will flow through you to all the people on Earth. As you hold the cards and meditate on world peace you will be a beacon through which peace can spread around the planet.

You can download the peace cards here - https://www.reiki.org/world-peace-card-meditation There is lots of interesting information on this website and you don't need Reiki training or any other qualifications to join in.

Then simply meditate on peace in your own home at 7:30pm in your time zone. (You can also simply meditate on the word peace or any image which represents peace to you.)

As people meditate in each successive time zone the energy builds like a wave getting stronger and stronger as it circles the planet so the energy of peace will be transmitted for a full 24 hours and continue long after this.

Many people who took part in previous meditations reported that they had powerful spiritual experiences. As they united with others taking part in the meditation a feeling of peace developed within that stayed with them for a long time. Some saw beautiful golden light surrounding the planet and others felt that a web of fear was dissipating and being replaced with trust in others and for our future.

Many people will be meditating on peace whenever they can. This is a good way to help those in the Ukraine to help yourself too!

Wishing you peace in your hearts.🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

Next DateWednesday, February 16, 2022 - 7:30pm(based on local time in your time zone)Future Dates March 16, April 13, May 18, June 15, July 13, August 17,September 14, October 12, November 16, December 14