There is no doubt that this has been a year of breakdowns and breakthroughs, solitude and reconnections, observation and realisations. With the year coming to an end, join your Asia Square yoga teachers in a time of reflection and step on the mat for a countdown to Unlock Your Elements – creating balance in your body, relationships and life.

Curated for new and familiar faces, these specialised classes are taught by every teacher and with a different focus each week. You will experience a journey to stay ever present whilst preparing your entire self for a more balanced 2021. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included.

Suitable for all students looking to finish 2020 with a balanced mindset. Different classes will have different levels, please refer to the specific class description to find out if the class is suitable for you.

Week 1: Metal
This Healing practice seeks to help find deep self-introspection through Mantra, Movement Meditation and Deep Relaxation. The aim of this class is to calm the nervous system, allowing participants to deepen the connection to themselves as they reflect on 2020 and let go of anything that is no longer in sync. During this class, props are used with the purpose of supporting the body while exerting minimum physical effort in the asanas. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included.

Suitable for students with or without yoga experience seeking to relax their bodies and prepare for the new year with self-acceptance and an open mind.

Week 2: Earth
The Sanskrit word asana directly translates to ‘seat’. When you find a seat, you establish your connection to the earth. This grounding practice will seek to unearth your inner strength, balance and concentration by consciously returning to the breath during movement. Reconnect with your foundation and foster a calm, clear mind to help guide you into a fruitful new year.

Suitable for students with some yoga experience looking to have an invigorating experience. No full inversions are included in this class. Some preparations for inversions and Level 2 postures may be introduced, with options for Level 1 students.

Week 3: Water
The third week begins with the Water Element, the element of changes and adaptability. In the chakra system, the water element is related to the second or sacral chakra, svadhisthana, which houses emotions, creativity and freedom, and is physically associated with the hips. Taking this as inspiration, this non-stop vinyasa class is all about the hips, strengthening and stretching to balance ourselves mentally, emotionally and physically, allowing us to embrace change and to trust what is to come in the new year with great courage. Students will experience a fluid practice with short holds and emphasis on the rhythm of the breath. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included.

Suitable for intermediate yoga practitioners with a consistent vinyasa practice. This class builds on the necessary body stability acquired in Level 1 classes to take on more challenging asanas and sequences. Classes are taught with modifications to allow an easy transition from Level 1 to Level 2. Full inversions may be included in these classes.

Week 4: Fire
In the fourth week, come test out your burning desire and discipline with Fire; the element of heat, motion, and power. In yogic philosophy, the Niyamas say that we build up our Tapas during our daily practice. This word is derived from the Sanskrit verb ‘tap’ which means ‘to burn’, and evokes a sense of ‘fiery discipline’ or ‘passion’. This class blends strengthening and softening elements with the purpose of balancing the body in a heated room. It will be anything but serious, instead the fieriness is what will get our hearts pumping, heighten our desires for personal growth and reminds us of how much we love our yoga practice. Students will experience both, an invigorating practice combined with long held deep stretches to cultivate a focused and meditative mind. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included.

The heat adds to the physical effort required to do the postures and aids to condition the body. This class is suitable for students with physical endurance and some yoga experience. Some preparations for inversions and Level 2 postures may be introduced, with options for Level 1 students. Room temperature: 34 - 36°C.

Book these classes on your PURE 360 Lifestyle app. Mats are subject to availability and number of classes may change weekly.