Feng Shui & Tai Chi Workshop

F E N G  S H U I  & T A I  C H I  @  Mayfair    Saturday 2nd August 2014 @ Mayfair Wellness, i.move Studio  13h00 - 15h FENG SHUI & TAI CHI WORKSHOP - Cost R 180 Feng Shui is the art of placement. Zeta Lewis, local Feng Shui practitioner will share her skills & knowledge during this workshop.  Lesley-Ann Green will share Tai Chi alignment, postures and movement that embodies these principles. Come and play with them… As Zeta says, ‘Feng Shui is an ancient art and science that was developed over 3000 years ago in China. It is a complex body of knowledge revealing how to balance the energies of any given space, to ensure health and a balance in  life. Feng Shui translates as wind and water. We understand it as energy, or qi. The art of placement plays a role in spatial orientation in relation to favourable or unfavourable energy in homes, offices and surroundings. Feng Shui can be applied to anything.’ TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE CALL VIVAIN @ FRONT DESK  021 8517037

Understanding Osteopathy

What is an Osteopath? Osteopaths are skilled at discovering the underlying causes of pain, using their hands both to gain information and to treat injuries. Treatment techniques may include soft tissue stretching, muscle energy techniques, rhythmic passive joint movements, joint articulation and manipulation to improve the range of movements of a joint.  Well known for the effective treatment of back and neck pain, any osteopath will also treat a wide variety of other conditions that may be related to the workplace, including tension headaches and migraine, and they can also give remedial advice and preventative exercises. A wide range of recent studies have shown that osteopathic treatment can be instrumental  in rapidly alleviating the painful symptoms associated with back and joint pain whatever  the cause or origin. Osteopathic treatment is an effective means of returning people to full  activity at an early opportunity following injury from any cause. Here is a bit more information about Karla van Zyl Karla van Zyl qualified from the Surrey Institute of Osteopathic Medicine, UK, in 2007.  After qualifying she did a short spell in a general practice in the UK, after which she returned to South Africa in 2008. She focused on the gynecological field by working with pregnant women and babies at a women’s wellness center in Gauteng.   As she is a keen golfer, she also specialized in golf posture, swing dynamics and injuries alongside a golf professional at Wits University, Johannesburg.Early 2010 she moved to Cape Town and started practicing in Somerset West. Here she saw many patients in her other field of specialization, which is the treatment of migraines and headaches.Karla became a member of the Professional Board for Chiropractic and Osteopathy (PCOB) in 2012. We are proud to announce that she will be practicing from Mayfair Wellness as from  1st August 2014 Do you suffer from any of the list below? Karla van Zyl the Osteopath can help you… Osteopaths treat the following: Headaches Golf Posture Dynamics, Swing Injuries Spinal Alignment Problems Scoliosis Low Back Pain / Lumbago Sciatica / Trapped Nerves Sacro-lliac pain Shoulder Pain / Rotator Cuff Injury Frozen Shoulder Syndrome Tennis Elbow Wrist Pain Sports Injuries Pain during Pregnancy Infantile Colic Constipation Poor Sleep Patterns Infantile Feeding Problems Below a few Testimonials of Karla’s good work! Caroline’s story: “While I had a history of the occasional migraine, in early 2011 I started having  constant, bad headaches.  No medication helped.  I consulted all manners of  medical professionals: GPs, Physiotherapists, chiropractors, gynecologists,  neurologists, and psychiatrists. Each one professed to have the answer and  provided extensive medication and/or treatment plans.  Yet nothing helped.   This continued for almost a year, when someone casually advised me to see  an osteopath. I found Karla on the internet.  On my first visit she quizzed me  on the history of my problem, but also my general medical history. Her  osteopathic treatment gave me immediate relief, but her focus was to  restore me back to health.  She looked at the problem holistically and one-by-one  she tackled my different issues.  For example, as she is a doctor, she could send  me for blood analysis, thus we were able to cancel out some of the causes  of the headaches.  Thus she determined that the root cause of my headaches  was my neck, although there had been other contributing factors and issues.  All of these she was able to address. I am now free from pain!  I still see Karla  about once every 6 weeks for a ‘maintenance’ session.  Because of her help I was  able to fall pregnant and I now have a healthy baby boy. And no headaches!”        Caren’s story: Dear Karla I just wanted to drop you a short note to thank you. Thank you for  sorting out all my various aches and pains. After having a “neck from hell” for  about a decade, I felt like a new woman after my first treatment! Thank you for  your holistic approach to health and not just treating something in isolation. Thank you  for putting so much time and energy into your sessions – I never feel like I am  being rushed or that there isn't time to ask questions. Thank you that your  professionalism doesn't diminish your genuine care! I really appreciate everything! Caren        Kay’s story: It was in early November 2012 that I first consulted Dr. Van Zyl. Although I have  previously consulted many medical practitioners in of lower back pain that  spasmodically caused interference with my physical mobility. None had been  able to resolve my problem. She diagnosed me with osteoarthritis of the lower  back. I had 6 treatments between November 2012 and February 2013 with no  further treatments required until May of 2014. Kay For more information go to: http://www.osteopathy.org.uk/ http://capeosteopath.co.za/

Good bye's and Welcomes - Exciting times for both Basic Stock & Le Petit Four

Exciting times for both Basic Stock & Le Petit Four

As Basic Stock expands and moves to a new premises we would like to offer a big thank you to Marissa & Onnie for all they have brought to Mayfair, as well as wishing them the very best for their exciting new Venture. Simultaneously we would like to offer Lezanne from Le Petit Four a warm welcome and success as she joins us at Mayfair.

Introducing Le Petit Four

Le Petit Four means "the little oven"

Linking to Mayfair with her healthy food options - fresh juices & smoothies, exciting breakfast options, delicious coffee and buffet style lunch dishes, Le petit four (Lezanne) also specializes in delicious baked goods.

 

Translated from French, Le Petit Four means “the little oven”.

Lezanne: "Traditional petit fours are small confections such as macarons, meringues and biscuits, which were baked in the oven after the main baking was done.  I was inspired by these mini treats from a young age.  Armed with my 20-year old, reliable, Kenwood mixer, an heirloom from my grandmother, I started Le Petit Four Boutique Bakery in 2010.  As of the beginning of August, Le Petit Four will be operating from Mayfair. I am very excited about this next leg of our journey.  Myself and my team are looking forward to making new friends and enriching lives with our baked delights and heart-warming meals."

Best wishes to Basic Stock

As  Basic Stock moves and expands, they will be sticking to their concept, yet as their shop will be bigger you will be able to find more organic veggies, health products, free range meets, gluten free goodies and a bigger menu.

Marissa: "In December 2010 Basic Stock opened its doors to meet the first customers looking for great coffee, organic veggies and much more. We have grown substantially since then, with your continued and heartwarming support. Many of you have become regulars and we have gotten to know each other well through sharing our stories and tips on healthy living. To have such a loyal and engaged group of customers is any shopkeepers dream and I am immensely grateful for this. I hope to see you all at the new shop so we can keep on growing together."

Basic stock will be a stone throw away.(From August 1st) You will find them in Hole in the Wall, the centre just off Main Road. You can get to them from Main Road no 93, between Benbel and the pet shop, across from Checkers. Or drive from Andries Pretorius Street to Fagan road and access the centre through the green gate to park inside. You'll find them in the middle, underneath G-Studio.

Zumba for YOU

Zumba with a purpose - this event is supporting Nicola who will be joining Lesley in China.
 

"The funds are in aid of a China tour for Tai Chi that is happening in September." - Nicola

Introduction to Zumba:Two Introduction to Zumba workshops where the basic movements of Zumba will be learnt.

Level 1 - for those who have never done Zumba or just want to brush up on their dance skills. We will learn the basics of the four main flavours of Zumba: Salsa, Reggaeton, Cumbia and Merengue.

Saturday 2 August 2014

09:30am-11:30am

Cost: R120 for public, R50 for i.move members

Level 2 - taking the 4 basic flavours of Salsa, Reggeaton, Cumbia and Merengue to the next level. We will also do the basics of Flamenco and Bollywood-Belly dance.

Saturday 9 August 2014

09:30am -11:30am

Cost: R120 for public, R50 for i.move members

Location: i.move studio, Mayfair wellness, 3 Bright Street, Somerset West

Bookings to be made via front desk at Mayfair Wellness on 021 851 7037, or e-mail: nicolagymgirl@hotmail.com

China...here comes Lesley

a  B E E E G  X i e  X i e A very big (beeeg) ‘thank you’ (‘Xie xie’ in Mandarin) to everyone who participated in my  Fun-D-Raising event here at Mayfair Wellness on Friday 27th June 2014. It truly was a memorable occasion that wove organically and naturally into a very special evening.  Theo Willemse and Johan Rautenbach shared their musical skills and passion.  Marissa from Basic Stock donated basically divine gluhwein. Local hypnotherapist, Jason Sandler  was a masterful master of ceremonies. Ronel, Wendy and Giorgios stepped up to share their  Tai Chi practice. In-house and out-house, the support from colleagues, students and friends was overwhelmingly  heartwarming. Jeanne, Jill, Kim, Vivain, Surina, Lauraine, Elizabeth and  Louis, Lizelle, Renoir, Vanessa, Jenny, Zunia (from Avontuur), Michelle (Vintage Hair),  Aline and Ed, Sue, Magda, Kay, Cecilia and Ada, Eva and Melanie and James. A special thank you to Wendy for making the cake that was raffled and won by Aline. And...I’M HALFWAY THERE!!! And, very excited to be able to go. I’ll be going east in  September to among other things, visit the birthplace of Yang style Tai Chi. There will be another Fun-D-Raiser...check in with front desk for details. Blessings Lesley

Fitness for the Future

Pilates for kids : 

Fitness for the Future @ i.move studio

The health of today's children is compromised by a culture of convenience and increasingly sedentary activity. Eating fast food, watching TV and playing video games has become habitual while a nutritious diet and physical activity is on the downslide. 

While the popularity of Pilates among adults is well chronicled, the exercise program also offers a large range of benefits to children. Improved posture and spinal alignment are realized as exercises increase the strength and flexibility of the abdominal and inner muscles of the body (the core or trunk). It promotes toned, sleek bodies and improves athletic performance. Through Pilates, children can gain awareness of their body, and learn how to move efficiently and gracefully. As children grow, their bodies are in a constant state of change and development.

Correctly or incorrectly it is here where they will formulate the physical attributes that they will take through life. Posture, the way they walk, the way they bend over, etc. Pilates can help establish correct principles of movement that children will use for their entire lives. It will also create a balanced musculature that can alleviate pain and reduce the potential for injury now and as they continue to grow into adulthood.

Beyond physical fitness, having a strong core can open up other benefits for children-including improved learning. Advocates believe that when trunk, or torso, stability is absent, sitting and standing for extended periods in school can be difficult. If children are expending their energy throughout the day just to maintain stability, their stamina for homework and other after school activities may be depleted. A strong trunk or core conserves their energy and allows them to be more attentive to schoolwork.

Concerned parents are now looking at exercise programs for their children in an effort to keep them fit and set them up for a lifetime of good health.

Because Pilates is a mind and body discipline, it can guide kids to a stronger body, and a more relaxed state of mind. Working to strengthen their bodies can increase children's self esteem, stamina, abdominal strength and sleep. That, combined with the focused breathing techniques essential to the exercises, can help kids attain a much more serene and less stressful outlook.

Tuesdays, 16h30 with Jeanne. Sign up is essential. 

i.move retreat

The i.move retreat: 
2 mornings dedicated to your 'Wellbeing'

Saturday, 4th July 9h00 - 11h00
Sunday, 5th July 9h00 - 11h00

These morning sessions will include cardiovascular movement, alignment, relaxation and loads of fun. 




Over the two day period you will be introduced to Nia, Pilates, Relaxercise & Meditation... so especially for those that have not had a chance to attend these classes, this will be a fantastic opportunity for you.

This event is a membership perk for i.move members ( no charge). The retreat can be enjoyed by outsiders at a contribution of R350 for Saturday & Sunday.

All you need to do is sign up, bring your happy self. We will have some snacks and refreshments on the morning, yet should you have specific needs you are welcome to pack these in for your mornings.

Please book your space for the weekend soon, as there is limited space. 

Warm regards Jeanne

For bookings contact Vivain 021 8517037