#97 STEWART GILCHRIST - Senior Yoga Teacher; Short Recorded Live at Soul Circus Festival
Stewart Gilchrist (@eastlondonschoolofyoga) is a senior registered yoga teacher known internationally for his popular, innovative, authentic dynamic classes. He infuses his high energy and challenging teachings with yogic knowledge, politics and humour. His classes include an emphasis on breath, vinyasa and philosophy with physical adjustments. Stewart applies the original teachings of yoga to the modern world to create thought-provoking classes and unique insights
Having studied both aṣṭāṅga and Jivamukti Yogas since the late 1990s, Stewart’s sādhanā led him to train all over the world with teachers who have had a profound effect on his unique style of teaching.
Stewart has a Masters Degree in Traditions of Yoga and Meditation from SOAS University London. He is currently a PhD candidate at SOAS in yoga related research
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Whether teachers should aim to educate in public yoga classes or offer fun, pleasant experiences; can you do both?
The problem of labelling styles of yoga and issues with ‘branded’ yoga
Why Stewart integrates various topics like veganism, animal activism, and environmental issues into their yoga classes, emphasizing the importance of "ahimsa" (non-harming) and service (Seva).
The difference between formal and informal yoga practice.
Advice for new teachers to find their unique path
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THE HOSTS
@adamhusler - Drawing from a variety of lives lived off the mat, Adam Husler brings a unique perspective to those who seek more from yoga than making pretty shapes. He offers creative, effective and clearly-sequenced teachings that focus on balancing flexibility and strength; physically and mentally. Educated by globally renown teachers, including Jason Crandell and Michael Stone, Adam specialises in a signature style of Alignment-Based Vinyasa— fuelled by a fascination with anatomy and a desire to ask ‘why?’.
Based in London, Adam teaches a robust schedule in one of the worlds top yoga studios, Triyoga, and world leading gym, Equinox. On top of this, Adam leads workshops, trainings and teaches festivals continuously around the world, leaving him with thousands of teaching hours under his belt and plenty of appearances in national and international media.
For workshops, trainings, events and retreats, find out more here.
@iamhollyhusler - From belting out original pop tunes at the London O2 stage to 20,000 people, whilst supporting Westlife, to singing healing mantras and playing magical instruments, to seas of sleeping yogis, at events and studios across the globe; Holly’s journey has led to a deep desire to help people find conscious connection and their own inner peace.
For trainings, workshops, music, events and retreats, find out more here.
