Welcome to Darshan Yoga – Kundalini Yoga based in Barnstaple, North Devon.

 

I’m Darshan Atma Kaur and I teach Kundalini Yoga.  My journey into yoga began as Dana Beer and in my ‘other life’ that is how you will know me.  I’m a holistic Therapist, Reiki Master, Aikido Sensei, Yogi.

After 30 years in martial arts studying aikido to godan (5th dan) and iaido to sandan (3rd dan), I’m fascinated with the growth that comes from personal development and when I came across the kundalini yoga teachings, I felt profoundly moved. After one lesson I was ‘in’. Totally hooked and excited to have found a practise of such accelerated expansion, I pursued the teachings with enthusiasm and later became a teacher. It is an absolute privilege for me to deliver these teachings to you, through the golden chain of Kundalini yoga.

I find myself helping and serving people to reach their full potential; that is my purpose and my mission and I’m still finding more ways of being able to do that. I offer some potent and beautiful healing modalities – the therapies that I found most beneficial on my own personal healing journey which seemed to kick start around 30 years ago. I bring my martial arts training and experience to life with a weekly self defence class utilising the practical and neutralising techniques of aikido which is so empowering.

More recently I discovered the efficacy of Face Yoga and offer a course which helps to retain a vibrancy and youthful glow.  My personal journey in inner cleansing and detox led me to discover the amazing products of ZenCleanz and I offer support with purchase and the protocols.

I love nature and living by the sea. That is why I find myself here in North Devon, its beautiful coastline is a continual inspiration to me. I am eternally grateful to my teachers in all their guises, who may or may not be aware of their role in shaping my life.

I am a student and a teacher.

With warmest wishes,

Darshan / Dana

Kundalini Yoga …

Kundalini yoga will have a beneficial impact on your physical and mental health. It is a dynamic form of yoga that makes use of the following techniques:

• Kriya: a sequence of yogic exercises with specific effects
• Pranayama: breathing techniques
• Mantra: ­vibration of word and sound
• Mudra: ­hand positions
• Meditation

A sacred practise, but at it simplest and most profound – an experience. An experience of what it is to be human.  To be the best human being you can be. That is what it is to me and how I approach it.  There are many books on the subject, youtube clips to look at and opinions to hear but the best thing is simply to do it. Come to class, practise and feel it.  That is really all I want to say as the subject is so vast, infinite and I am not equipped to explain it.

I’ve had the privilege of training at Amritnam Sarovar International Kundalini Yoga School in the French Alps and here in North Devon with Teacher Trainer Shivdev Kaur .

I have received Level 1 Instructor Certification from KRI.

 

I offer tuition in my dedicated yoga studio at flexible times for individual tuition or in small mixed ability classes.

Classes are small with a maximum of 6 students and places are limited, therefore it is necessary to book directly with me or let me know if you would like to attend. I can then reserve your place and share address and directions to the studio, a beautiful dedicated space in Barnstaple. Classes are 75 minutes which includes a deep relaxation at the end, sometimes with gong.

 

Weekly Timetable

Tuesday 10.30am

Thursday 10.30am

Thursday 7pm

Friday 10.30am (fortnightly)

 

Weekly online class           

Monday 7.30-8.30pm

I will share zoom link on booking – message/call me directly 

 

Monthly weekend workshop 

First Saturday 10.30-11.45am at The Holistic Healing Sanctuary, upstairs at The Plant Bar, 9 The Strand, Barnstaple

         

COST

£12 online 

£15 studio 

£40 individual tuition

£60 five week course of classes

.. If you decide after your first class you would like to continue your practice, then payment for a term of 5 weeks entitles you to unlimited class attendance in the timeframe.  Classes cannot be carried over, although you are welcome to join in any of the 4/5 classes offered during each week, subject to availability. This includes the online class but not the monthly Saturday class at the Plant Bar in Barnstaple. 

The studio/online places are limited so please reserve your lesson. Please contact me directly to book a class.

Bacs – Dana Franks 25283068 | 30.96.38

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All are welcome, beginners and advanced yogis alike. This is kundalini and it’s for everyone after all – there is no ‘beginners’ or advanced’ yoga set.  You can tune into any class at any level and have your own experience. Anyone of any age and fitness level will benefit from these practices. Come along as and when you like, although you will feel immense benefit with regular practise.

What to bring …

 An open mind and heart. I have yoga mats, cushions and blankets as well as fresh filtered water.

What to expect …

A ‘kriya’ which consists of postures and movement. A meditation which may or may not involve mantra (chanting). Conscious breathing techniques. A relaxation. Mostly done to beautiful kundalini mantra music.

 

                      

 

Shiatsu

My own healing journey began in and around 1998 when I discovered shiatsu. I was very inspired by the effects of this form of healing bodywork on my own neck and back injuries and emotional issues so I embarked on a diploma course with the Devon School of Shiatsu qualifying as a practitioner in 2001.

Shiatsu is an holistic form of healing bodywork from Japan. It is very relaxing to receive, relieving the body of physical and emotional tension.

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Craniosacral Therapy

I added Craniosacral therapy to my holistic skills in 2009 after some incredible treatment followed by training with Turning Point Clinics.

Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, safe and effective treatment to release restrictions held in the body which lead to symptoms of ill health. Very light touch is used to allow a flow in the natural rhythms of the body and encourage the body to heal itself.

My fee – treatment time is 1.5 hours first session and 1 hour thereafter. All treatments in my home practice are £50,  including a first time consultation.

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Reiki

Reiki is something that just flows when I give healing or teach yoga or go about my everyday life. I discovered it after seeing an advert on a post office notice board in 1996. Intrigued I followed it up, had a treatment and therefore started on my path to self development, empowerment and personal healing.  I became a Master in 2001 and now teach others this amazing, accessible and beautiful form of healing.

Reiki Healing Circle held monthly – all welcome whether you are new to Reiki or not. This is for support and encouragement and the sharing of healing with like minded people of course. Get in touch if you are interested to come along to our relaxed gathering. 

Reiki is an effective method of hands on healing which restores health by replenishing and rebalancing the recipient’s vital energy. Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive treatment which is very relaxing to receive as it relieves physical and emotional tension at a deep level and brings about a balance of mind, body and spirit.

I offer treatment sessions or I can teach Reiki through the attunement process of Levels 1, 2 and 3 taking you from self healing to delivering the Master level. Please ask me for more details if you feel aligned to further your Reiki journey.

A student testimonial ….. “Dana has been a Reiki master for a very long time and gaining attunement at level 1 and level 2 from her has been revelatory and transformative. The attunement sessions feel sacred and special, magical in fact. There is a lot to learn and Dana’s teaching is clear, kind and well spaced out so that you are able to absorb the information and receive the symbols without it being overwhelming. Dana makes lovely nourishing food and welcomes you into her beautiful space with love. To feel as though I can channel grace, a healing energy, through my physical being, has honestly changed my life. I feel more alive, more aware, more open, more connected. I would highly recommend attunement with Dana whether you wish to become a practitioner or not it will bring a whole new level to your being!”

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You can call/text me on 0781 592 2823

email me at danajanefranks@gmail.com

If you would like a friend or loved one to benefit from a treatment or to experience a yoga class, then Gift Vouchers are available.

 

Thank you for visiting my website, I look forward to meeting you in person. 

Warmest wishes, Dana 

 

 

..Thank you Mark for designing and making it!