We are a friendly, London-based Aikido group that practice weekly. There is a class on Tuesday evenings from 6.30-9pm and a general practice session on Thursday evenings from 6:30-9pm. Beginners welcome! Classes are taught by Darius Norell Sensei (1st Dan) and Emile Swain Sensei (1st Dan) You can contact us at dojo [at] londonisshinkai.co.uk and find more information about the Isshinkai Association here http://isshinkai.co.uk/index.htm The founder and head of the Isshinkai Association is Denis B …

Kundalini yoga is very different to most concepts of yoga. Described as a mixture of hatha yoga, Pilates, martial arts and meditation, it is a gentle yet strong practice that brings about positive changes in one's experience of life relatively quickly with regular practice. People commonly feel deeply relaxed and refreshed after a single session.

Welcome, The Object of the Society is to publish and make known the principles of the major Buddhist Schools and traditions and to encourage the study and practice of those principles. Today, still faithful to its Objects, the Buddhist Society provides classes and courses in the teachings of the major Buddhist traditions, as well as a general introduction to Buddhism and its historical development. In the process of expanding and improving its Library it hopes that this will become an important …

Aikido classes run by the Bugeisha Aikido Club are suitable for both men and women of all ages from 18 upwards. You are never too old to start and because it does not rely on strength or speed Aikido is an activity you can carry on for life. The first session is always free so apart from your time there is little to lose by coming along and giving this wonderful martial art a try. If you don’t feel comfortable starting straight away or just want to see what Aikido is all about then you are welco …

The group is open to all, no need to have done any dancing before nor to have any specific movement skills to join: it is about discovering, exploring, unleashing and enhancing your individual potential. NIA: Done barefoot to diverse and inspiring music, Nia is a transformational movement practice that teaches you to be more JOYFUL, EXPRESSIVE and ALIVE. Nia WILL MOVE YOU! Benefits •     Cardiovascular conditioning •     Stress reduction •     Improved muscle tone •     Greater flexibility a …

A Creative Fun Mix of Dance, Martial & Healing Arts.  Guided Moves and Expressive Free-dance.  Harmonise & Energise Your Mind, Body, Emotions & Spirit.

Would you like to try out tai chi classes in Charlton Park? Come join us! Tai chi (taijiquan) is a type of internal Chinese martial art practiced for its defense training, physical condition and health benefits. It helps improve body awareness and balance. The concentrated and synchronized movements allow people of all ages to practice whilst developing body strength, elasticity, coordination and concentration. T Sakanaka has been practicing tai chi (taijiquan) for more than 15 years, including …

We are a group of people interested in the spiritual and self-developmental aspects of the practice of Aikido. We get together to explore the practice of Aikido Shugenkai, in the park on Sunday morning and Thursday evenings.  These gatherings focus on the essence of the spiritual path of Aikido. This cultivation of spirit will have benefits beyond the physical aspect of swinging sticks of wood at another individual and will eventually begin to integrate into one’s life. It is here that the benef …

If you are a business owner who likes to make ideas happen, who prefers conversations to pitches, collaboration to competition, making connections that light you up, challenging the status quo, kicking up a ruckus, giving credit where its due and sharing stuff just because you can, you're welcome! The Inspired Group is a bunch of business owners who like to do things differently, with and for each other, mentored and lightly led by Ann Hawkins. Come to a breakfast meeting, a workshop or a supper …

If you are a business owner who likes to make ideas happen, who prefers conversations to pitches, collaboration to competition, making connections that light you up, challenging the status quo, kicking up a ruckus, giving credit where its due and sharing stuff just because you can, you're welcome! The Inspired Group is a bunch of business owners who like to do things differently, with and for each other, mentored and lightly led by Ann Hawkins. Come to a breakfast meeting, a workshop or a supper …

It is all about experiencing the benefit of meridians stretching, stretching only, stretching and breathing, stretching with acupressure, stretching for relaxation, stretching for toning, stretching to heal...Connecting mind, body and spirit. I am a stretching instructor for well-being and the founder of Fluid BodyTM, which is a unique concept of wellness based on the wisdom of Eastern and Western body-mind traditions. My aim with this group is to increase people awareness about the benefit of t …

This is a group for men, women and young people who want to develop awareness and skills in self defence and personal safety so that they can live their lives aware of any threats to their well-being and be able to respond positively to these. Having trained in martial arts and close quarter combat for over 20 years I started this group because I have teenage children and notice how concerned I am about their personal safety. I also run an organisation that specialises in the management of "stal …

This group is for people who have an interest in learning a traditional Tai chi system. We are a small group meeting in a friendly private studio near Tottenham Hale and in Cheshunt . In these lessons there is a lot of attention paid to correct posture, focus, alignment, listening skills and balance among other things.

The main aim of the Amicale is directed towards a sports culture of practised gender equality in terms of equal opportunities for women and men with regard to training, participation and promotion in sport.

This group is for anyone interested in Buddhism, meditation and mindfulness, but also a wide range of other activities including martial arts, lucid dreaming, alternative medicine and Tibetan language. We are based at Kagyu Samye Dzong Tibetan Buddhist Centre in Bermondsey where most of this group's events will take place, but we will also recommend related events in London. We are founded on three major areas of activity namely spiritual practice, charitable aid and health & therapy. We welcome …

This is a group for anyone who is interested or curious about any aspect of Chinese Medicine and using its principles to promote healthy living. From my time living in Taiwan and China I came across the concept of Yang Sheng or 'cultivating life', a range of techniques from Chinese cooking to qi gong to just soaking your feet in hot water to promote health, vitality and long-life. In this group we will organize talks, workshops and experiences ranging from learning self-acupressure or Chinese re …

Come and join us for relaxing sound journeys of healing harmonic gongs, Native American Flute, a chorus of angelic crystal singing bowls, deep grounding didgeridoos, beautiful bells, sonic water phone, whale sounds, dreamy chimes and potent old Tibetan shaman instruments. Weekly Tai Chi Classes, seminars, Monthly Native American Flute and Didgeridoo club, Didgeridoo and Native American Flute workshops, Flute making Leather workshops, monthly sound journeys. Scenar therapy sessions by appointment …

This is a group for anyone interested in mime, dance, theatre and movement centred in the spirit of martial arts, for energy balance and finding your inner creative voice through all of these art forms. It's a happy way of learning about who you really are. I propose we meet once a week or more to explore this crazy thing called life through the performance arts for peace, love and happiness and to see what we can all create together.

Nia blends martial arts, dance arts and healing arts into a joyful fitness class. Classes are taken barefoot to various music.

We are a small, friendly group of people learning this traditional martial art. Aikido is a way of harmony - blending with your attacker, gaining control over their force and user their strength against them to defend yourself without even injuring the opponent. This being said, it is something you can start at any stage of your life, without the need of having any kind of exceptional physical abilities.

Nia blends dance arts, healing arts and martial arts into a joyful fitness class. Classes are taken barefoot to inspiring music. No previous experience needed. The class combines form and freedom, allowing you to participate in your body's way and at your own intensity level. Weekly class on Wednesdays 8.30-9.30pm at Royal Free Recreation Club, NW3 2QG London. £6 drop-in.

This is a group for those interested in learning a new martial arts and self defence system. Manos De Piedra is a South American martial arts, with a history related to my Peruvian family, in particular to those experienced fighters and military. Established as a registered system, after 20 years of research, development and hard work. this is an awesome self defence system, very different from traditional training and kata's. We have a comprehensive grading structure for adults and children, wi …

What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is a Chinese exercise system that has many faces. What might it do for you? Yes, it looks like a group of people standing on a lawn waving their hands around, but there is a little more going on than that. Tai Chi works subtley inside the body, and the benefits spread outwards over time to encompass the whole of life. Tai Chi, or Tai Chi Chuan to give it its full name, is a martial art originating in China that has spread all over the world. It’s now practiced by more th …

Do you love to dance? Want to have fun while getting fit? Want to move in your own way instead of feeling pressured to 'be good at it' or look exactly like everyone else? Then Nia is for you! Nia is a mixture of dance, martial arts and healing arts like yoga. It's a whole body workout done barefoot to soul-stirring music. Suitable for all fitness levels, all shapes and sizes, men and women. EveryBODY welcome!!

Taisoken (meaning ‘exercise sword’) is a new form of ‘warrior fitness’ - fitness training based on the traditional Japanese sword movements. It has been formulated to help sculpt and work your whole body, strengthening your core and empowering the mind. Taisoken Sword fitness training is Cardiovascular and is suited to all levels of fitness. Taisoken Sword Fitness has been developed and is led by Jeff Humm, who has been studying studying the use of the Japanese sword for over 35 years together …

This is a group for anyone interested in Krav Maga or self-defense. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to share my passion with other martial arts and self-defense enthusiasts, or just with curious people who just want to try. We'll meet once a week at the park to do a bit of exercise (push-ups, abs etc..) and to learn how to defend ourselves in the street. We can also meet in a bar for some food and drink afterward. Every body with a big smile on his face is welcome, we're just …

Nia is a beautiful dance practice based on the Joy of Movement. Nia combines dance movements and heart-pumping martial arts moves with subtle therapeutic techniques such as Yoga to heighten body awareness. Choreographed to stunning soul stirring music, crafted to calm and invigorate. A Nia workout delivers cardiovascular and whole body conditioning for the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Everyone is welcome, bring friends, family and partners, no Nia ex …