| From 13 to 19 April 2015, ESPA at Resorts World Sentosa is running Yoga Retreats and workshops with Australian Yoga instructor Paul Wooden. Find out more about the programmes available.
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It seems that these days you can hardly walk into a gym without hearing someone mention Yoga or Pilates (often both in the same breath).
We uncover some of their differences with ESPA’s wellness supervisor, Amber Parry – who’s also our resident Yoga, Pilates and Meditation teacher
| Yoga | Pilates |
| Origin | |
| A life philosophy that originated in India more than 5,000 years ago. It has 8 main aspects that are central to the teachings. They encompass ethical and spiritual values as well as a physical practice – called ‘Asanas’ – which happen to be beneficial to the overall wellbeing of the body. | Created in the mid-20th century by Joseph Pilates who was partially inspired by Yoga. Based on 8 principles that teach a mind-body connection, it consists of exercises that improve the function of our core muscles; namely, the abdominals, pelvis, upper and lower back. |
| The class | |
| Yoga classes vary in routine. Postures, sequences and variations can be combined into tens of thousands of routines to create a class. | Pilates classes are a little more structured with certain fundamental exercises that need to be accomplished before moving on the next stage. |
| The workout | |
| You’ll gain strength and flexibility of body. While core-strength is an important element of Yoga, it isn’t the main focus of the workout. Yoga poses are also generally held for a longer period of time. | In addition to strength and flexibility of body, Pilates is focused on strengthening the core – to improve the way we function in our daily lives. You may be asked to repeat the same exercise/ movement for several repetitions. |
| Breathing techniques (A fundamental principle for both practices) | |
| Yoga has several types of breathing (known as Pranayama) for different purposes (i.e. relaxation, focus, energy and deep meditation). Prana is understood as life force or Qi and one practices pranayama to deepen the relationship between breath and mind. | Pilates has only one style of breathing. Called Lateral Thoracic Breathing or “ribcage breathing”, this breath recruits the core abdominal muscles, and promotes maximum efficiency from the lungs and diaphragm. |
Yoga
If you wish to delve deeper into Yoga, you should check out the Yoga retreats and workshops with Paul Wooden, happening from 13 to 19 April 2015.
ESPA Yoga Retreats and Workshops with Paul Wooden
Paul Wooden
From 13 to 19 Apr 2015, ESPA at Resorts World Sentosa welcomes one of Australia’s most celebrated Yoga instructors, Paul Wooden.
Over his 25 years of teaching, Paul has gained an international following and is known for his unique approach which brings together the many teachings of Yoga to make them applicable to everyday life.
The residential retreat, workshops and classes will include asana (physical practice) as well as discussions on the psychology and philosophy of Yoga.
Depending on your schedule and what experience you wish for, we have many different programmes available:
For those who want the experience of a full Yoga Retreat, we have the 3-day-2-night Yoga Retreat:
| 3D2N Yoga Retreat | Single Occupancy: $1,999 nett / person |
| 17 – 19 Apr 2015 | Double Occupancy: $1,691 nett / person |
This retreat includes:
▸ Two nights’ stay at Equarius Hotel (Deluxe Room)
▸ 5 x Yoga classes
▸ 2 x workshops
▸ 2 x 60-minute ESPA Treatment*
▸ 3 Dinners, 2 Lunches & 2 breakfasts of Spa cuisine
▸ Unlimited use of ESPA’s extensive facilities
Booking Period: 2 Mar – 16 Apr 2015
*Early Bird Offer: Book before 31 Mar and receive complimentary upgrade to 90min treatment.
For reservations please contact us at +65 6577 8880 (9am-10pm), +65 6577 8899 (24 hours) or email espa@rwsentosa.com.
For those who want to practice Yoga, be pampered by ESPA treatment and have a deliciously healthy lunch:
| Day Retreats | $368 nett / package |
Available 13 – 17 Apr 2015, 8am
This package includes
▸ 1 x 90-minute Yoga Class
▸ 1 x 60-minute ESPA treatment
▸ Spa cuisine lunch
For those who can only make it during the weekend afternoons:
| Weekend Workshops | $185 nett / workshop |
Available 18 – 19 Apr 2015, 2.30pm – 4.30pm
120-minute Yoga workshops
Saturday, 18 Apr 2015: Gravity Ground and Space
Uncovering the innate and natural energetic dynamics of the relational body.
Sunday, 19 Apr 2015 : Form, Feeling & Freedom
Embodiment, deeper listening and giving all of ourselves.
For those who want to start the day with a Yoga session:
| Morning Yoga Classes | $85 nett / class |
Available 13 – 17 Apr 2015, 8am – 9.30am
1 x 90-minute Yoga class
Awaken all the senses with an invigorating morning class: Breathe, stretch, and strengthen your body, mind and soul.
For those who want to end the day with a Yoga session:
| Evening Yoga Workshops | $100 nett / class |
Available 13 – 16 Apr 2015, 6.30pm – 8.30pm
1 x 120-minute workshop
These evening workshops will be an exploration of asana (physical practice), pranayama (Yogic breathing), and Yoga Philosophy. Experience a deeper sense of Yoga with these holistic sessions.
For those who want to have one-on-one sessions with Paul Wooden:
| Private sessions | $235 nett / session |
Available 13 – 19 Apr 2015
1 x 60-minute private healing session
One-on-one private sessions with Paul are also available for the duration of the retreat. Based on the participant’s requirements, Paul is able to work intuitively and specifically with what is central to the individual on that day. Modalities that Paul works with include:
Modalities that Paul works with include:
▸ Cranio-sacral bodywork
▸ Specific Yoga, meditation practice or breath work
For details and reservations, please contact ESPA at +65 6577 8880 (9am-10pm), +65 6577 8899 (24 hours) or email espa@rwsentosa.com
Limited spaces available, terms and conditions apply.
Visit rwsentosa.com/espa for information on other ESPA services.
