The human body is the true temple which carries God's light within and it is our responsibility in life to nurture and develop this light.  The stronger, firmer and lighter the body is, the closer it is to God.  Every spiritual order has a form of physical culture to develop the body and each system depends upon its level of knowledge of the human body, its function, meaning and potential.  The Egyptian understanding of the human body is the course from which all other nations drew their comprehension of the human sciences.  This knowledge was held by the ancient sages of Atlantis, who emigrated to Egypt in around 50,509 BC and so it was to Egypt that the prophets, seers and lawgivers of all other nations came to study.  Abraham, Moses, Pythagoras, Solon, the Yellow Emperor of China, Plato and Jesus are just a few examples of such students.

The ancient Egyptian physical culture has seven basic divisions: breathing exercises (Sesenti), postures (Khentu), power exercises (Usert), stretching exercises (Sesh), sound exercises (Udau), glandular exercises (Bau) and warrior training (Sebek-Kha). The Sia Academy holds weekly classes in Sesh and Sesenti (stretching and breathing) and Sebek-Kha (warrior training).

SEBEK-KHA CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Sebek-Kha, which means the bringing in of balance and is symbolised by the crocodile spirit, is the oldest martial art in the history of mankind.  It emphasises balance in the use of arms, legs, speed, agility, stability, defences, attacks, throws and holds and is totally integrated in all elements of fighting. The philosophy behind this art is that you fight no one but yourself and that, in developing the ability to conquer yourself, you become a true warrior.  Since the preparation of the warrior was considered as important as the fighting techniques themselves, this class provides the ideal means to attain fitness and flexibility, in addition to self-defence skills.
Monday evenings: 8.00-9.00pm. Price: £20 per class or £75 per month

SESH & SESENTI CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Sesh means freedom. It is a unique type of stretching, which utilises the four universal kinds of stretching (ballistic, static, flex-and-relax and passive) in each exercise for a given muscle group.  It develops the three types of muscles (striated, smooth and cardiac) in proportion, which has a harmonious effect on the hormones and brain function.  Its aim is to extend the abilities of the human body and break the chains which imprison us within our own limits to achieve total freedom, control and agility.  This form of stretching is quite different from any other known forms of stretching, in that it develops your physical resources from the level where you are, in contrast to other forms of stretching, which require a high level of flexibility as a starting point.  Sesh develops your ability to touch your inner universe.

Sesenti means the bringing in of divine smell or essence.  Breath is the key to life.  If you breathe continually and consciously, you will never get ill; if you breathe deeply, you will never die.   The Egyptian sages designed essential breathing exercises for the twelve senses (seeing, hearing, smelling, touching, tasting, feeling, transmission of ideas, telepathy, clear sight, spiritual discernment, intuition and realisation).  This class, combining Sesenti with Sesh, develops your inner and outer abilities, enabling you to rise above your present physical and spiritual level.
Wednesday evenings: 8.00-9.00pm.  Price: £20 per class or £75 per month

JUNIOR SEBEK-KHA CLASSES

Sebek-Kha is the oldest martial art in history.  It was founded in Egypt by Heru-Ur (Heracles) in 45,000 BC.  The preparation of the warrior is as important in Sebek-Kha as the fighting techniques and so the Junior Sebek-Kha classes focus on stretching, breathing, agility, postures and balance, in addition to the technical fighting skills, in order to build an excellent foundation in physical fitness and confidence.  Suitable for children aged 5-10 years.  Clothing: loose, cotton clothing appropriate for stretching and movement.
Saturday afternoons: 2.00-3.00pm.  Price: £5 per class or £15 per month

Venue:

All classes are held at Herne Hill Methodist Church Hall (1st floor), 155 Half Moon Lane (corner of Beckwith Road), London SE24. Free local parking available.  Nearest stations: North Dulwich (2-minute walk) - trains from London Bridge, Peckham Rye - or Herne Hill (10-minute walk) - trains from Victoria, Brixton, Elephant & Castle and Thameslink services).  Buses: 37 (to Half Moon Lane) or 68, 468 (to Herne Hill).

For reservations, please call or fax

+44-20 7737 2260

or e-mail: info@siaacademy.com