A evening of pure relaxation
Looking after my body and mind has always been a high priority. I personally use stretches & guided relaxations/meditations on a regular basis and when I have used them in my Pilates classes they always get a positive response, leaving members wanting more of these two elements.
What would I want?
I had a vision of a candlelight room whilst doing a guided mediation and it started my mind thinking…what would I want for an evening of mind AND body relaxation? Within moments, I had a full class planned out. I am very grateful that when pitching the idea to Brixx Gym, literally the next day, they also loved the sound of it and the planning went into immediate action. Anyone who knows me well knows that when I have an idea I pretty much have to act on it straight away!
The vision
- A candlelit tranquil room
- Relaxing essential oils and soothing spa like music
- Body alignment and breathing techniques to reset the body
- Stretch Pilates to ease out muscular tension and open the joints
- 15 min guided relaxation to release negativity, empower the mindset, and fill the mind with gratitude whilst under a warm blanket
- Closing with a warm tea whilst we ‘wake up’ and come back into room
High demand
I am so lucky that so many other people in our local area also liked the sound of my vision. The response via social media was incredible and to give evey one a chance to book on, I had to announce exactly what day and time the booking link would be released….I had people messaging me photos whilst sitting and waiting with their payment cards ready to book.
All 20 places SOLD OUT in 22 minutes! I was blown away with how many people were wanting to come along and even had to create a waiting list.
The evening arrived
I was like an excited 6 year old before Christmas…The vision was a reality! I had 20 people attending over 2 sessions.
My goal was to ensure they entered the room to the WOW factor; they felt relaxed & soothed as the tension eased away during the stretch Pilates; as well as empowered with a sense of internal gratitude from the relaxation; and blissfully content as they enjoyed their hot tea so that they left feeling totally relaxed but also wanting more.
Personal gratitude
I honestly can’t thank everyone enough, from those of you who booked so quickly and came along, to everyone who shared my Facebook & Instagram posts. As well as Sam & Charmian at Brixx Gym who let me create my classes & workshops in their private studio, and Noah at Brixx, who was a star and made all the drinks! But also to my parents who every week help me by baby sitting so I can make these ideas become a reality.
The whole evening was a huge success and I am so excited to be bringing the next one to you all in late February/early March (date tbc)
Take a look at a few of the images from the night below.
Thanks for reading
Laura xx
