In short: Hatha, Pregnancy and Postnatal.

Hatha
Hatha brings together body, mind and breath aiming for union between the three, or a union of something that feels personal to you.

I focus on low-mid intensity but high impact movement. My aim is for you to learn something on the mat that you can take into your daily life off the mat - whether that be something physically or philosophically.

Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have attended classes before, I offer opportunities for you to ask yourself what you need in the moment - how you felt yesterday may well not be the same as how you feel today, and that’s okay (and totally normal).

Note:
“Hatha”, a Sanskrit word, has many translations and interpretations (sun, moon; yin, yang; energizing, cooling) that doesn’t only translate to a ‘style’ of physical yoga practice.

Different teachers will teach Hatha inspired classes differently, so I encourage you to try a few different classes out to find the teacher for you.

Pregnancy
My pregnancy yoga teaching style is all about connecting you back to your body even while it’s changing. Together we’ll tap into what you need building on strengthening and lengthening to prepare you for your journey. I’m also a trained doula, so bring my training into our time together on the mat.

Postnatal
Postnatal yoga involves bringing you and baby to class, giving you an opportunity to do something for you. Your movement is the main focus of the class but with opportunities to keep baby engaged and happy while you practice. You are totally free to stop, feed, change etc. whenever you need to. As with all my classes, pregnancy related or not, I aim to cultivate a judgement free zone.

No. If I had £1 for every time I heard this question….

Life is already stressful, we are already overworked, busy and scrutinised in everything we do do. In my opinion, the yoga mat need not be another place for judgement. Your practice is yours and only yours, between you and your mat.

“But I can’t even touch my toes!” — what happens if you bend your knees?
“But I’m not good at yoga!” — what happens if you just breathe? Conscious breathing is also yoga; what does “good at yoga” actually mean?

The only place I ask you to be flexible is in your mind. Keep an open mind in every class, listen to yourself (even if that means skipping a few postures - they’re only a guide) and be open to the experience you create for yourself.

First ask, what does “good at yoga” mean to you?

You want to know more poses by name?

• There are tonnes of free resources online, drop me a message and let me know what you’re after and I can point you in the direction.

You want a beautiful, elegant looking practice?

• Why? To look good on the mat? Does it feel good on the mat first of all? So many people, teachers included have injured themselves getting the perfect shot in a pose, at detriment to their bodies. If you’re looking to refine your practice, try a couple of 1-2-1s or continuously revisit Beginners classes. Every teacher will break a pose down differently and you might pick up a nugget that just makes sense in your body.

Most of the time, absolutely yes but there are a few factors to consider too.

Please drop me a note and we can discuss together. If we’ve caught up beforehand, I’m happy for you to drop into my regular classes or we can discuss 1-2-1 sessions if these are more suited.

Please note: in general, it is advised to avoid hot yoga in the first trimester.

Yes, after practising yoga for around 20 years, I decided* to train to become a teacher with the prestigious Whitespace Studios in Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes - under the wonderful Dawn Wright, Deborah Berryman and Mona Baur. I’ve teaching since December 2023.

I’ll never forget teaching my first ever class and still feel as excited as I did the first time (just a bit less sick 😅)

In August 2024, I gained my Pregnancy and Postnatal Yoga Teacher certification with Nourish Training led by Harriet. This certificate has a very special dedication to Libby and Jesse for being my first mamma-baby attendees.

*why did I decide to train as a teacher? Check out the About page to find out

I am fully insured and First Aid trained.

Anything you can move freely, safely and respectfully in. You don’t need to be in leggings but please don’t wear jeans.

I’ll always be in leggings and usually a vest top because it’s important for you to be able to see my joints when I demonstrate but this is not a precedent to practice yoga. At home, I practice in my pyjamas!

Note: we always practice barefoot. Please don’t wear socks, even grippy socks can get slippy and I’d much rather you’re injury free. If you’re worried about showing your feet, I promise you, everyone is more worried about their own toes than yours. Take this from a previous self-confessed hater of feet, you’ll be fine. (Teacher training knocked the foot fear right out of me!)

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