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Bruce Zhao

Bruce Zhao

SH Xintiandi, Shanghai, Hong Kong

YOGA

Bruce began his yoga teaching journey in Beijing, during which he met Mr. Xiaodong Guo, who had a great influence on him and taught him everything from breathing to muscles, from asanas to mind control. Mr. Xiaodong Guo taught him carefully, and he still remembers Mr. Xiaodong Guo said, "You have to teach every class and every student with love and patience, your energy can be received by everyone." On and off the mat, Bruce is a role model, Shiva Rea's Prana Flow turned Bruce's perception of Flow Yoga upside down – the music, rhythm and choreography of yoga and the energy and charisma of the teacher influenced him. Vincent Bolletta has had a profound impact on Bruce's practice and teaching in terms of changing his perceptions and habits. Bruce’s love and practice of Eastern philosophy has convinced him that yoga is a companion that can accompany him throughout his life. He believes that yoga and Buddhism combined can be better integrated into meditation and Yin Yoga; teaching him that life is about accepting challenges again and again and that every challenge takes practice. For him, yoga is a return to balance, a balance between mind and body, between people, between people and society and nature. Yoga is the light that illuminates the way home, practice the eight branches of yoga and you and I will be on the road together! Qualification Highlights • 2020 – FanYin Hatha Yoga, Flow Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Bikram Hot Yoga, Pilates On-Mat and Apparatus • 2009 – Australian Fitness Instructor Certificate • 2009 – Yoga Instructor Certificate, Asia Yoga Association • China Bally Fitness Private Training Certificate

Bruce Zhao's Classes

Pilates

Bruce Zhao

Pilates

A mat-based functional exercise programme that focuses on strengthening and lengthening the deeper muscles. Focused on building strength without bulk, improving flexibility and agility and helping to prevent injury. It was developed in the 1920s by Joseph H. Pilates and was initially created for rehabilitation but was later adopted by dancers. Open to all levels.

Morning Meditation Practice

Morning Meditation Practice

Bruce Zhao

Morning Meditation Practice

Students will be guided through a 30min meditation session wherein the breath is the primary tool. By resting the attention on the natural breath, the mind is trained to focus and connect to the present moment.

Hatha for beginner

Hatha for beginner

Bruce Zhao

Hatha 1

A non-vinyasa-based asana practice focused on connecting the body and mind with the purpose of increasing awareness and stability. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included. Suitable for students with some yoga experience looking to have an invigorating experience. No full inversions are included in these classes. Some preparations for inversions and Level 2 postures may be introduced, with options for Level 1 students to ease the transition from Level 1 to Level 2 classes.

Vinyasa Gentle

Bruce Zhao

Vinyasa Gentle

A dynamic practice focused on moving the body along with the breath. This yoga class brings an emphasis on fluidity and motion. Poses are generally held for short periods of time and highlight the rhythm of the breath and are encouraged with the purpose of aligning and focusing the mind. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included. Suitable for anyone looking to stretch their bodies with moderate physical effort. The focus of the class is more on stretching and awareness of body-breath synchronicity.

Yogalates

Bruce Zhao

Yogalates 1

This specialised class features a combination of Yoga asanas with Pilates principles. The practice is focused on postures and exercises that strengthen the core of the body, promote stability and proper posture. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included.

Yogalates

Bruce Zhao

Yogalates 1

This specialised class features a combination of Yoga asanas with Pilates principles. The practice is focused on postures and exercises that strengthen the core of the body, promote stability and proper posture. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included.

Vinyasa Gentle

Bruce Zhao

Vinyasa Gentle

A dynamic practice focused on moving the body along with the breath. This yoga class brings an emphasis on fluidity and motion. Poses are generally held for short periods of time and highlight the rhythm of the breath and are encouraged with the purpose of aligning and focusing the mind. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included. Suitable for anyone looking to stretch their bodies with moderate physical effort. The focus of the class is more on stretching and awareness of body-breath synchronicity.

Yin

Bruce Zhao

Yin

A healing practice focused on realigning and stretching the connective tissues of the body. Students will experience long-held deep stretches with the purpose of connecting with the rhythm of the breath and cultivating a meditative mind. Some pranayama, chanting and meditation may be included. Suitable for anyone looking to stretch their bodies with little physical effort. This virtual session is a shortened version of our 35-minute in-person class.