Dr M. McLoughlin Tai Chi School

Dr Michael McLoughlin has been practising Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture for the past twenty years and specializes in acupuncture treatment. Moxibustion and Tui Na treatments are also available when necessary. He studied in a master-student relationship with Dr.Lin Feng-Chao since 1992 as a Closed Door Disciple and they still work together doing research. He has worked at the Cape Town Drug Rehabilitation Centre for 16 and in others such as Crescent Clinic and Tabankulu. Dr. McLoughlin has treated thousands of people from all over the world and from all walks of life, both rich and poor.

He ran a non-profit clinic at Imazanu Yetu in Hout Bay for two years and worked at weekends in most of the disadvantaged areas of the Western Cape for many years giving free clinics. Dr McLoughlin has a private practice in Kenilworth, Cape Town. He is also an instructor of Chinese Martial Arts such as Tai Chi Chuan, Hsing I Chuan, Ba Gua Zhang, Chi Kung, Shaolin Gung Fu. Group classes are held in Rondebosch, Cape Town.

Viva Gym Sunningdale

WHO WE ARE

The Viva Gym concept has been brought to South Africa from Europe, to finally offer something that this country has been missing: a gym with high quality, world-class equipment at an affordable rate. We believe that everybody should be striving to be fit and healthy, and to do this we have made it as convenient and affordable for you as possible. We do this by cutting through all of the unnecessary extras that drive up monthly fees at existing gyms, such as swimming pools and steam rooms; Viva has instead decided to focus on providing a modern, energetic and innovative exercise experience that will appeal to all.

EQUIPMENT

At Viva Gym, we realise that everyone is different. Not only in their fitness goals, but what drives them. So whether you just want to get in shape, train for a specific sport, boost your energy levels, or just look your best, we’re dedicated to help you reach your personal goals.

At Viva Gym you’ll find nothing but the best. No gimmicks, no fads. Nothing but proven fitness equipment and facilities that are internationally recognised for their quality and effectiveness.Our equipment is exactly what you’d expect to find in a premium gym, plus we’ve got a few secret weapons. Make the most of your workout with our Ziva Performance Functional Training Station and comprehensive range of functional training equipment including Powerbags, Kettlebells, TRX, Speed ladders and Coreboards.

We also have over 210 pieces of the latest brand new fitness machines that will provide for every training need imaginable. In addition to laying out our fantastic equipment optimally for you in over 1500m2 of training areas, we also have an aerobics and spinning studio for the Group Trainers, free WIFI in the ‘chill area’, fully kitted out showers and change rooms so that you can freshen up after your workout, and valuables lockers as well as change room lockers to keep all your belongings safe. It’s hard to believe that you will have access to all of this for such a low membership fee, but that is the way it is, the Viva Gym way.

KICK BOX

A COMBINATION OF AN AEROBIC WORKOUT, BOXING AND MARTIAL ARTS BASED ON KICK-BOXING WHICH INVOLVES KICKING AND PUNCHING. A TOTAL BODY WORKOUT WHICH WILL IMPROVE STRENGTH, FITNESS, FLEXIBILITY AND COORDINATION WHILE GETTING THE HEART RATE UP.

YOGA

THIS IS A CLASS THAT IS BASED ON A HARMONIZING SYSTEM OF DEVELOPMENT FOR THE BODY AND MIND. THE PRACTICE OF YOGA MAKES THE BODY STRONG AND FLEXIBLE; IT ALSO IMPROVES THE FUNCTIONING OF THE RESPIRATORY, CIRCULATORY, DIGESTIVE, AND HORMONAL SYSTEMS. YOGA BRINGS ABOUT EMOTIONAL STABILITY AND CLARITY OF MIND. GREAT COMBINATION OF STRETCHING, STRENGTHENING AND CENTERING.

PILATES

DESIGNED TO IMPROVE PHYSICAL STRENGTH, FLEXIBILITY, POSTURE, AND ENHANCE MENTAL AWARENESS. PILATES STRENGTHENS DEEP CORE MUSCLES THROUGH CONTROLLED MOVEMENTS DONE AS MAT EXERCISES OR WITH EQUIPMENT TO TONE AND STRENGTHEN THE BODY. CORE STRENGTH IS THE NAME OF THE GAME.

BOOTCAMP

A MILITARY INFLUENCED STYLE OF TRAINING THAT IS DESIGNED TO BUILD STRENGTH AND FITNESS THROUGH WEIGHT TRAINING AND CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINING. INTERVAL TRAINING DESIGNED TO CATER FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENT FITNESS LEVELS. THE IDEA IS TO PUSH YOURSELF TO YOUR LIMIT.

Sung Healing Traditional Chinese Medicine And Tai chi Center

Michelle Levy is an accomplished Tai Chi Instructor and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner who is passionate about health and wellness.After being introduced to Tai Chi by well-known Master Dr Michael Lan in 2008, Michelle has started up her own practice and school under her company name, Sung Healing.Through Tai Chi and Qi Gong, Michelle has remained focused, balanced and disciplined for all her work activities.Michelle has an intimate knowledge of how Tai Chi and Qi Gong can benefit pregnant women and mothers so her course is designed with all those experiences in mind.With the knowledge that Michelle has gained through her training and work experience she is a good source of inspiration for those seeking to better their lifestyles, working environments’ and their health and wellbeing.Take a look at the services provided by Sung Healing. Alternately get in touch with Michelle today to discuss your health and wellbeing.

Tai Chi

Tai Chi is traditionally an ancient Chinese Martial Art Form which encompasses a series of gentle, graceful movements.The movements are practiced slowly, without impact and are non-strenuous and therefore Tai Chi is suitable for all ages and levels of fitness.Each movement that is done is related and impacts on the body and mind helping to restore and encourage its functions leading to a healthier body.

BENEFITS:

• increased strength in muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones
• circulation is encouraged throughout the body
• boosts the immune system
• aids the healing of many ailments from backache, indigestion through to cancer
• brings balance and harmony to the body which will aid in warding off sickness
• relieves stress
• uplifts and clears the mind
• energises the body
• increases memory and brain function
• assists co-ordination and multi-tasking
• detoxes body
• increased back and core strength
• decreases fatigue

Yoga Life

ABOUT YOGALIFE

We offer a variety of yoga classes that meet a wide range of needs unique to each individual, and thus serve multiple purposes. YogaLife’s classes satisfy the fitness enthusiast, incorporate a meditative thread, and are available to practitioners at all levels – beginner through advanced. We offer both heated and unheated yoga. We focus on creating fun, supportive classes with consistent instruction delivery and skillful and creative posture sequencing. We recognize that every body is different, carries a unique history, and contains innate wisdom, and so we encourage everyone to work at their own pace and have compassion for themselves.

Our classes are student-centered with the focus on one’s relationship to the posture, or “asana” as opposed to “doing the posture correctly.” Our instructors are responsible for maintaining unconditional positive regard within the studio space and honoring each individual’s development allowing for self-exploration, reflection, discovery and healing. Through the asana practice students will connect with their breath and their truth and awaken a sense of trusting oneself and the life journey.

Vision And Mission

YogaLife is dedicated to promoting expanded consciousness, healing and growth in individuals from the global community. We do this by offering transformative yoga classes in a supportive and professional space that are fun, physically challenging, and contemplative, thereby creating a world-class experience.

We are committed to creating a conscious community of individuals who freely choose nonviolence, personal accountability, compassion and loving kindness when responding to the joys and challenges of life through the practice of yoga.

The Studio

Our studio is right in the heart of De Waterkant, right next to the Old Cape Quarter. There is a lot of street parking, and if you do not get lucky on the street, there are 1000 parking spots under the Cape Quarter. Our studio is right on Waterkant Street, opposite Manhattan Cafe. We have two yoga rooms and a men’s and a lady’s bathroom each with several showers, so you can take a shower and get ready after class. We also have lockers for you to lock your stuff up in when you are in class – please bring you own lock. We also have towels and mats for rent as well as clothes and mats for sale in our reception area. The studio opens 30 minutes before class and closes 30 minutes after class, so please help us be respectful of each others time.

I Am Pilates Somerset West

When you start I Am Pilates Somerset West for the first time, or if you have not done Pilates for a while, we will first spend a few private sessions with you at pilates studio in somerset. Pilates Somerset West will enable you to get comfortable with the exercises and techniques and it will allow us to assess your body and place you in a class that will suit you.

Each session is created with your needs in mind. Our goal is to create a positive movement experience for every client, by teaching them to enjoy using their body in pleasant and challenging ways. Our secret lies in the diverse range of skills of our excellent instructors. This allows us to refer a client to the best practitioner for their specific case and needs. Classes are kept very small to ensure individual attention. We rarely have more than 6 students in a class.

Our Studio

pilates studio in somerset provides a calm, restful environment that allows you to focus on your exercise or therapy. We use a large range of Pilates equipment, like reformers, Wanda chairs, and barrels. This lets us keep your workout interesting and varied. The studio is always spotless and hygenic. Our air-conditioner keeps the studio at a comfortable temperature. There is plenty of parking and 24-hour security.

Our Philosophy.

We specialize in I Am Pilates Somerset West, but by learning a wider variety of disciplines we can tailor our classes perfectly to your needs. By studying many diverse disciplines (Gyrokinesis, Rolfing, Yoga, Anatomy Trains and Neuroscience) we are able to combine elements from all of these and provide an ideal combination that will best suit a client or group.

We use our skills to allow our clients to achieve "the attainment and maintenance of a uniformly developed body with a sound mind fully capable of naturally, easily and satisfactorily performing our many and varied daily tasks with spontaneous zest and pleasure

Flex Pilates Studio

Flex Pilates Studio

Flex Pilates is the Premier Group Reformer Pilates Studio in South Africa. We have locations in Cape Town and Johannesburg (as of March 2017) and more coming soon. Our studios are equipped with brand new, state of the art reformers imported from the U.S.A., highly qualified and internationally trained instructors, as well as the widest variety of group equipment classes available, 7 days a week.

Reformer Pilates gives you results! Results you may not be getting elsewhere. We believe it is important to only offer our clients the best, and that is why we have chosen to specialize in the popular Group Reformer Pilates Method. Either as a stand-alone form of exercise or as a compliment to your sport, or other training, Reformer Pilates will give you the extra edge to reach your goals. You will run further, lift heavier, cycle faster, whatever it is, Pilates will take you to the next level.

This is one of the hottest, most sought after workouts amongst International celebrities and athletes. Reformer Pilates is the method used by the elite and where trainers go to train. Join us to find out why!In addition to our traditional Flex Pilates equipment class, we offer a variety of fusion classes including Flex Cardio, Flex Barre, and Flex TRX (depending on location). These unique classes are designed to Increase strength, stamina, and flexibility, and leave you with a new appreciation for your strong, toned and supple body.

Clients can expect to receive semi-private, hands on instruction from our team of talented instructors. With a maximum of 6 clients per class, instructors can keep a close eye on everyone, while also making sure you are maximizing your class time and getting a top-quality workout. Corrections and modifications will be given to those who require them, ensuring you are practicing in the safest environment. All classes are taught to upbeat, energizing music to keep you inspired and motivated during class.

We believe fitness should be functional and fun so not only will you experience an awesome, effective workout, you will learn how apply the principles learned in our Pilates classes, to your daily life. This is crucial as we spend more time behind the computer or in our cars. Pilates will change the way you move throughout your day!

For those of you recovering from an injury, returning after pregnancy or just looking to take your practice to the next level, we also offer private sessions during non group training hours. Please check the schedule for available times.

Experience all that Flex Pilates has to offer! With a variety of group equipment classes throughout the day, a friendly team dedicated to helping you reach your goals, and a group of like-minded individuals who care about looking good and feeling great!Pilates by definition is ""A system of exercises using special apparatus, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness."" We believe it is much more than that! Take a look at our Class Info page to find out more!

Our Instructors have all undergone comprehensive training at a recognized Pilates School. Crystal, our Lead Instructor, obtained her teaching qualifications at the Body Arts and Science International headquarters in Southern California. Having trained under some of the most well respected names in the industry, including the BASI founder himself, Rael Isacowitz.

The goal in building the Flex Pilates environment was always about having a beautiful, welcoming space. With warm wooden floors, beautiful top of the line imported equipment, we have certainly achieved the beauty part. Most importantly, we have created a space for clients to gain confidence, discover a new way of staying fit both physically and mentally, develop new friendships and gain a dedicated support system. And, there is plenty of free parking!

We are more than a workout! We are a lifestyle!

Experience all that Flex Pilates has to offer! With a variety of group equipment classes throughout the day, a friendly team dedicated to helping you reach your goals, and a group of like-minded individuals who care about looking good and feeling great!

CityROCK YOGA RETRAT CENTER

Welcome to CityROCK Cape Town! Indoor climbing is a fun way of exercising in a safe and vibrant environment. Climbing is not about sitting on a treadmill for what feels like hours – each climb is different and will challenge you every time both physically and mentally. Our climbing facilities include a large bouldering area (bouldering is climbing 3-4m high without a rope) and high walls for roped climbing. We cater to many different audiences – from first-time kids to experienced outdoor climbers, and everyone in between. CityROCK is more than just a climbing gym, it is where like-minded people meet and share their passion for climbing. Our coffee shop area has a relaxed vibe and is the ideal place to meet friends, climbing partners and make plans for your next trip. Free Wi-Fi makes it a great spot to interact through your social media network, while having coffee, chatting, or browsing through climbing magazines and route guides. Yoga and climbing are very synergistic. Climbing requires core strength, balance, breathing and focus and mental discipline – all skills that Yoga helps with tremendously, which is why so many climbers do Yoga. Beginners and non-climbers are very welcome at all our classes. Just introduce yourself to the teacher and let them know it’s your first time (typically they will have figured it out already if they don’t recognize you). We are a small but popular Yoga Studio in Observatory, and we offer a variety of yoga styles at very competitive rates: R120 per class, or R390 for a monthly debit order. Yoga classes are held seven days a week and cover a variety of yoga styles including Hatha, Vinyasa and Ashtanga.  

Yo Yoga Studio

WELCOME TO THE YO YOGA WEBSITE!

yo yoga offers bikram, yo bikram, ashtanga, vinyasa flow yoga, workshops and teacher training throughout the year, with classes held daily at our yoga studio in claremont in the southern suburbs of cape town.

our aim is to help you to improve both your physical and mental wellbeing through the regular practice of yoga.our studio is a relaxed, happy and healthy space where you can totally be yourself… you can unwind, exercise your body, relax your mind, breathe, let go and of course… sweat!

click on the tabs to find out more about the studio and teachers, the yoga we offer, our fees and schedule. and if you’re new to yoga, please visit the newbies section to get a good idea of what yoga and hot yoga in particular is all about and what to expect if you give it a try.

OUR STUDIO

situated just off main road in claremont, yo yoga was specifically opened to cater to the southern suburbs – partly because there was no hot yoga studio in the ‘burbs’, and partly because stuart was originally from the southern suburbs.

newly remodelled with the help of a feng shui consultant, the studio is north facing, light and sunny. we have changing and shower facilities, and our lounge area offers free wi-fi and a selection of books and magazines, so you are welcome to chill out before or after your class. our change rooms are light, with great showers!

YOGA

yo yoga offers bikram and vinyasa flow yoga, proven to be highly beneficial to body and mind!if you don’t know it already, you will soon find out that yoga helps you to establish and maintain a healthy weight. it tones your muscles, does wonderful things for your skin and hair and without a doubt, adds a healthy glow to your appearance.

but more than that, it also helps enormously to relieve stress, increase energy and keep the mind more calm, focused and clear. yoga helps with concentration, patience, determination and self control.

Indipam’s Yoga House

IndiPam’s Yoga House established in September 2013 is a sanctuary for health and healing offering anyone seeking balance a peaceful and comfortable environment to meet, meditate or to just be with self. Pamela’s ideals in Karma Yoga form the foundation of her teaching as she aims to inspire western yogis to include Karma Yoga in their daily practice.

Based on ideas and philosophies experienced during her time in, Pamela aims to create an open home for yoga practice encompassing philosophy and other aspects of yoga in refreshing natural surroundings conducive to spiritual instruction and meditation. Furthermore a sharing environment, much like the current ashrams in which offer solitude, tranquility and upliftment. Ashrams have been a powerful symbol throughout Hindu history and theology, likewise there are also Christian monasteries in that are called ashrams and are run by the Nasrani Oriental Orthodox churches. Sometimes, the goal of a pilgrimage to the ashram was not tranquility, but instruction in some art, especially warfare. Believing that positive action, however small, can cause ripple effects in a life or a community, and the use of divine weapons, if or when the time comes for personal protection and healing. Pamela hopes to inspire anyone in their search for knowledge, both intellectual and spiritual to seek out such places within their communities and propagate them.

Renee Watson Pilates

Renee Watson began her Pilates training in 1990 while dancing in Vancouver, Canada. Renee has a strong background in health including American Council of Exercise (ACE) Personal Trainer and a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from the University of British Columbia, Canada.

After moving to Cape Town in 1997, Renee Watson completed her Pilates qualification with Body Technology. Renee subsequently studied further with Dianne Miller in Vancouver, Rael Isacowitz in California and in Toronto with Stott Pilates. In 2004, Renee qualified with Body Arts & Science International and completed Dance Conditioning at Cal State University, Long Beach. She also completed her Injuries and Special Populations training with Stott Pilates in 2004.

In 2007, Renee qualified as a GYROKINESIS® instructor and also attended the GYROTONIC® course. Renee Watson Pilates Method Alliance® Certified Pilates Trainer and her Conscious Movement Education Pilates Certificate Courses are listed on the PMA® Registry of Schools. Renee is a founding member of South African Pilates Educators and Professionals Alliance (SAPEPA)

Body Control Pilates

The Source Pilates And Yoga Studio

The Source Cape Town is a tranquil studio surrounded by the lush and serene beauty of Constantia. We offer Yoga, heated Yoga, Pilates and Transformation events and mentorship programmes. Through our Education center, Conscious Movement Education, we also present internationally accredited teacher training courses as well as workshops and tutorials on a regular basis.

YOGA

Discover how the physical practice of Yoga can provide a doorway to a deeper understanding and compassion for self.

Source Yoga: (75min) This class offers an integrated approach to yoga and is open to all levels of practitioners. Classes begin with centering the body and mind, followed by a gentle warm up, static and dynamic asana (yoga postures), pranayama (yogic breathing techniques, and finally yoga nidra (deep conscious relaxation). Without interrupting the flow of the class, information is given to help you develop your asana practice, focusing on correct technique, as well as educating the practitioner on yoga philosophy. No matter where you are in your physical or mental practice, there is a space available for you. For these 60 minutes all you need to bring is your only your body, your mind and your breath.

Ashtanga Yoga: (1hr) Ashtanga, which means “eight limbs” in Sanskrit, is a fast-paced, intense style of yoga. A set series of poses is performed, always in the same order. This practice is very physically demanding because of the constant movement from one pose to the next and the emphasis on daily practice. This class is an introduction to the Primary Series. The intention for this practice is to enable practitioners to develop their own self-practice.

Gentle Yoga: This Vinyasa-based class seeks to achieve physical, mental and emotional relaxation while using props. Some of the poses are held for a longer time in order to release and to deepen the practice. While some of the poses are beneficial to the entire body, others target specific parts of the body, such as the heart or the lungs.

TEACHER TRAINING

Conscious Movement Education is renowned internationally for in-depth, quality Pilates and Yoga Teacher Training.

PILATES

Renee Watson Pilates Team has established a highly-regarded reputation by offering attentive group class, tailor-made private sessions, and a focus on rehabilitation.Pilates is a unique system of movement that was developed by Joseph H. Pilates (read more about the man himself below). The Pilates Method is accessible to everyone and includes both mat and equipment repertoire. The mat work provides a strong foundation and focuses on stability of the joints while developing strength and flexibility of the muscles. The mat work leads on to equipment work such as the reformer, cadillac, chair and barrels. The equipment provides a challenge by creating an unstable or dynamic environment for the body. The mat and the equipment each accommodate fitness levels to work the client appropriately, whether they are dancers, athletes, older persons needing to move, pregnant women, or clients needing specific rehabilitation for back injuries, shoulders, knee replacements, post-surgery, etc.

While repertoire amongst each of the different schools of Pilates may vary, the Principles remain the same: Concentration, Control, Centering, Precision, Flowing Movement, and Breath. These six Prirefornciples intertwine and make Pilates the mindful movement that it is. The Pilates teachers at The Source come from diverse backgrounds, have exceptional training, and arguably make up the best possible team of instructors in South Africa! Check out the faculty page for more information on your teacher.