Nikki has developed The Ralston Method from over 20 years experience working with the human body.

Harmoniously integrating the traditional teachings of yoga with a more modern understanding of functional anatomy, The Ralston Method prioritises intelligent sequencing and sound body alignment, while re-educating compensatory movement patterns to bring more ease to the whole mind-body system.

Being adaptable as humans is key for peak performance, riding through the natural stressors of life and our overall wellbeing.

The Ralston Method has 3 styles of practice designed to compliment and help balance your mind, body and heart, STRONG, CENTERED and ALIGNED will connect you back to who you truly are and allow you to shift further into your own possibility. All levels from beginner to advanced are well taken care of under The Ralston Method practices.

STRONG
A dynamic movement based practice to help to re educate your movement patterns, building stability and confidence both on and off the mat. Find the balance between strength and flexibility with a focus on core integration in every class. With clear direction you with be safely guided to move your body and shift your perspective beyond limitation. Increasing vital energy in the body and learning how to direct and channel that energy into all aspects of your life. TRM Strong is unique, inclusive and empowering, you don’t have to be strong before you start, this will help you build strength!

Who is it best for?
Someone who likes to move in dynamic and fluid ways, who is looking to challenge their body and focus the mind though mindful intelligent sequencing.

CENTERED
The perfect Yin to Strong's Yang, a mostly floor based practice and longer holds in poses to work on the connective tissue and meridian lines of the body. Regulating energy flow, lubricating joints and increasing pliability in the tissues. This practice calms the nervous system and helps balance the whole body mind system. A less physically challenging class, but often more challenging for the mind. Working with the breath for a nourishing meditative experience. A Centered practice will leave you feeling renewed, grounded and calm.

Who is it best for?
Someone who is very physically active. Very helpful for people with high stress, autonomic arousal and/or difficultly sleeping.

ALIGNED
Learn how to refine your asana with sound body alignment techniques, focus the mind while re-educating compensatory patterns in the body. The slower pace of Aligned allows a deeper inquiry into your practice. Uncover new depths of understanding, stability and control. Clear alignment cues and a fresh approach to traditional poses, will help you to unravel the mysteries of the body and assist you move with more consciousness in Strong and other styles of flow based classes. Aligned will help you learn how to safely approach inversions and how to use props to assist yourself in any practice.

Who is it best for?
Someone who wants to challenge themselves physically yet enjoys a slower pace to fully understand and integrate the alignment into their body.

"Within the tiny acorn lays a mighty oak tree, that same potential for growth and transformation lies within each of us"

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