Iluma Yoga Studio

Embracing the interconnectedness of body, Earth, and mind through the practice of yoga and self-care.

By nurturing our physical well-being, tending to the planet we call home, and cultivating mental clarity, we foster a holistic sense of balance and harmony within ourselves and the world around us. 🌿✨

Discover the multitude of benefits awaiting you on the mat with āsana (physical posture) practice. From improved flexibility and posture to stress relief and inner peace, each pose unfolds a new layer of well-being. Embrace the transformative journey within and let your practice become a sanctuary through our studio offerings of:
Vinyasa
Rocket
Ashtanga
Yin
Nidra
Pre & post natal

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COMMUNITY CLASS FOR NEURODIVERSITY

Saturday 3rd of February
12.30-14.00
35 kr

This beginners community class will focus especially on simple grounding poses and connecting breath and body, in order to cherish the moments of silence in our lives in a peaceful environment. The class will also feature a visual meditation and focus on breath work to calm a busy mind.
 
In this community class, we welcome all those who identify under the umbrella of neurodiversity, (for example: people on the Autism spectrum, those with ADHD/ADD, OCD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, those with sensory processing issues, Bipolar disorder, learning disables etc.)  Please note: a clinical diagnosis is not needed to join! We welcome everyone who feels they can benefit from this class, if you’re in doubt, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
 
The teacher for this class is Bella, who has ADHD and is on the autism spectrum. If you have any questions about the set-up of the class, questions pertaining to accessibility, please don’t hesitate to contact her  on Instagram or email [email protected]. She is so excited to hold this space for you.

This event is at an affordable rate and open for members & non-members.

Link to book in our bio.

COMMUNITY CLASS FOR ANXIETY

Saturday 20th of January
12.30-14.00
35 kr

This community class is for those who live with any type of anxiety, and want to try yoga for the first time/enjoy some beginners yoga in an environment and space specifically tailored towards grounding you.

This class is an invitation to hold space for those who find themselves needing some grounding and a space to feel held and felt. The class will feature more basic postures, simple movements and will include some simple guided meditation and grounding breath-work to help relieve anxiety.
This event is open to members & non-members.

This event is at an affordable rate and open for members & non-members.

This class will be taught by Bella Neergaard. If you have any questions about the class, please don’t hesitate to contact her at on Instagram or email [email protected]

Link to book in our bio.

Uncovering the āsana: Mudrā

In the ancient tradition of yoga, mudrās are symbolic gestures or positions of the hands and fingers that are believed to channel energy flow and influence the flow of prana (life force). The term “mudrā” is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning “seal” or “gesture.”

The ancient belief holds that our five fingers align with the fundamental elements of the universe – water, earth, ether, air, and fire. These elements, each with its unique significance, contribute to the equilibrium of our physical body, mental state, and overall well-being.

If you have attended a yoga class, you may have come across the Añjali Mudrā, connecting the palms together. This mudrā is often used as a greeting or a farewell, but is also said to represent unification, providing a connection between the right and left hemispheres of the brain. 🙏🏼

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Classes during the festive season🌲

We still have classes running at Iluma except for 24th-26th of December and 1st of January.

Wishing you all a restful and joyous holiday! 🤍

Some autumnal moments at Iluma 🍂✨

This autumn has been a whirlwind. With the opening of our new studio downstairs, we’ve been meeting more and more new and (familiar) faces in our new home. Seeing every one of you show up on the mat, bringing the magical energy has made opening Iluma 2.0 all the more special.

Thank you for showing up, yourselves and for others.

🧡

Our yoga practice encourages us to dive deeper,
into ourselves.

Each time we step onto our mat,
we come closer to the shore.

With every breath, we anchor in stillness,
each asana, we come close to the shore.

The waves of thoughts gently subside,
as we discover our truths, like pearls,
that were in us all along.

Yoga- a sacred celebration of your body

When we start practicing yoga, we sometimes form of habit of focusing on what our body can’t do, instead of celebrating what it can. We live in a world we are taught to be constantly working on ourselves, our bodies transform into an eternal self-improvement project.

But what about meeting yourself, where you are?

What about accepting and even loving what your body is capable of, right now?

Let your practice be the love letter to your body—a sacred celebration of its strength, resilience, and the unique possibilities that reside within, in the present moment.

“The study of asana is not about mastering posture, it’s about using posture to understand and transform yourself”- B.K.S Iyengar

New to yoga? Here are 5 tips for you:

1. Try our Beginners Class: If you’re completely new to yoga or haven’t been on the mat for a while, our Beginners class is the perfect start. Taught in a non-judgemental and inclusive space, our Vinyasa style class is a perfect start for those who are looking to familiarise themselves with basic foundational āsanas (poses) and prāṇāyāma (breathwork).

2. Embrace Props: If you’re starting out with your practice, props are your secret weapon to a more comfortable and transformative practice. Placing blocks under your hands in downward facing dog can help alleviate the weight on the wrists, or if you have sensitive knees, placing a blanket on the mat can provide some cushioning. Props are there for you to meet your body where it is, so becomes friends with them, they’re here to help you!

3. If in doubt, ask! If you’re new to practicing yoga in a studio, it may be a little intimidating to ask for help. Every body is different, so don’t push yourself into a pose and risk hurting yourself. Embrace your curiosity on this journey, and ask your teacher if something doesn’t feel right.

4. Embrace your own path: As someone new to the practice of yoga, you may find yourself drifting off of your own mat and compare yourself to others. Try and view your yoga practice as a way to cultivate your relationship and understanding of yourself. Everyone is on their own journey. Remember, you’re here for you!

5. Reflect: Taking a few moments after a class to reflect upon how you’re feeling is a way to connect a little deeper into your practice. Some days you may have a lot of thoughts, feelings and emotions, and some days you may feel no different than when you started. Before rushing back into our daily life, try to embrace the inner quiet after śavāsana, check back in with yourself.

Ready to get started? Our Beginners Yoga class is taught on Saturdays at 10:15am.

“Yoga is like music:
the rhythm of the body
the melody of the mind
and the harmony of the soul
create the symphony of life.”

-B.K.S Iyengar

Featuring teacher-

Iluma Yoga Studio, Copenhagen.

Your two-floored home for awakening higher consciousness, by illuminating Yoga through physical, intentional and spiritual practice.’

Capturing some moments of magic with our team ✨

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EVENT // REST – Yin, Massage and Meditation
October 14 @ 16.00 - 18.30

Join us for a nourishing 2.5-hour long journey into deep rest for the body, mind and spirit.

Through restorative touch and massage, mellow yin shapes and guided meditation, we will ground into the body, quieten the mind, and nourish the spirit.

The invitation on offer is to sink into rest as Bella guides longer held Yin shapes supported by props, while Shaan gives massage throughout each pose.

FULL INFO VIA LINK IN BIO

ILUMA 2.0 IS FINALLY HERE

After 4 months of hard work: painting, sanding, sewing, tiling- we have finally opened our new space!

We have built a beautiful new reception and shop, as well as our new Moon Room on the ground floor.

Check out the pinned post with the updated schedule!

We are so excited to welcome you 🌙

Photography by

NEW SCHEDULE //

With the opening of our new Moon Room downstairs, we have a new schedule!

Make sure to check the updated schedule for new times and room changes.

NEW SCHEDULE //

With the opening of our new Moon Room downstairs, we have a new schedule!

Make sure to check the updated schedule for new times and room changes!

Whether you seek balance, strength, or a moment of quietude, all of our classes are welcome to you in of life’s moments. Swipe through to learn more about our current offerings.✨

Astrology for Parents
MOMSTROLOGY EVENT

Sat 9 Sept with

Open for moms, dads, all caregivers...!)

Astrology is a tool for self-reflection and understanding ourselves as well as our children. Here are a few ways astrology could potentially be used by parents when raising children.

Tapping into:
1. Self Awareness
2. Understanding individual differences
3. Tailoring parenting approaches
4. Enchancing communication
5. Nurturing interests.

Click link in bio for full details

SWIPE FOR THIS WEEK’S SCHEDULE //

Illustrator : James Coffman

Practice -

Whether through yoga, a slow walk, meditation, a soft afternoon, a song, a dance.

Lead yourself inside 🙏🏽

SCHEDULE CHANGE //

JULY

We will slowly be opening our new floor to figure out the flow in a couple of weeks by just adding a few classes downstairs. Even lots of our beautiful custom made interior pieces won’t have arrived yet for august. So this is a very, very soft opening; bear with us whilst we work it out! Luckily July is nice and quiet 🧡

AUGUST

In mid august our schedule will change, to accommodate for the new space downstairs with new added classes, some classes upstairs moving downstairs, and some more space between some of the classes to give you more time to flow in and out of the studios.

SEPTEMBER

The house will be in full swing with the last post-summer classes added on, and we will officially open with a big event 🪷

Thank you for being here, loving you,

Iluma Yoga team
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Art - Mike Wilcox

NEW TEACHER //


Anna-Cathrine aka AC is joining our team to help with taking over some of the Rocket classes whilst teachers go on maternity leave. An amazing and dedicated teacher and practitioner, you can also find her subbing vinyasa as well as Rocket from next Monday already as she helps out with Faye ‘s Mondays for a couple of weeks.

Fiery and sweet, you must go check out the space this one holds!

SWIPE FOR THE WEEK’S PRACTICE //

📷 Veruschka and Swami Satchidananda

SWIPE TO SEE THE (rest of the) WEEK’S SCHEDULE //

Slight changes in our schedule this week to make up for a Rocket teacher training / immersion happening from Wednesday - Sunday with the wonderful visiting teacher .

All public Rocket classes are full but you can still catch a few of our usual weekly classes with our teachers dotted between training hours!

📷 by student at their private class with friends, with permission granted to repost

Class Styles at Iluma Yoga:

Beginner’s Yoga
Vinyasa 1-2
Vinyasa 2-3
Rocket
Yin
Yin & Nidra
Yin & Meditation
Prenatal (courses)
Mom & Baby (courses)

Soon:
Kundalini
Ashtanga
Satsang

The posture practice, the Āsana journey, is fuelled more importantly with a stronger practice of the mind ✨

Photo of teacher

SWIPE FOR THIS WEEK’S SCHEDULE //

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