FAQs

I teach a style of yoga wich is influenced by the following:

Hatha yoga

A slower paced practice where postures are generally static and held for a number of breaths. Great for building strength and stretching out the body.

Yin yoga

A slow paced, quiet meditative style of yoga that draws the attention inwards. It aims to improve flexibility and increase circulation in the joints by holding postures for 3 to 5 minutes. It is a style of yoga that works predominantly on the connective tissues of the body – tendons, ligaments and fascia. Yin yoga is also known to stimulate energy flow in the body via meridians/channels as understood in Chinese medicine.

Vinyasa yoga

A faster, dynamic flowing style of yoga where a number of postures are linked together to create a sequence of postures. Movement is controlled by the breath and it is a style used to build strength in the body.

Restorative

A practice designed to restore body, mind and emotions through deep relaxation and the use of supportive props to create ease in the postures. It calms the nervous system and is ideal for regulating the bodily systems by releasing tension and stress through the practice of letting go into support.

Somatics

A movement therapy which teaches our muscles to relax and stay relaxed. It’s ideal for realigning and recalibrating the body before exercise and releasing muscles after. Developed by Thomas Hannah, it involves small, slow, targeted movements which create more ease in the body.

Yoga nidra is a deeply meditative practice also referred to as yoga sleep. It is a state between sleeping and waking where we find deep rest and give the body space to instigate it’s own healing mechanisms. This state is reached through guided meditation while lying in a comfortable position.

Never do anything that causes you pain. Listen to your body and pay attention to the messages it gives you. If your body is telling you to stop, stop. Yoga should make you feel great – energised, relaxed, stronger and more flexible.

It is best to practice yoga on an empty stomach so leave at least 2-3 hours after a meal before you take a class. If you find you are very hungry closer to the class start time, you can have a small snack such as a handful of nuts or half a banana.

No. Yoga is for everyone. If you can’t touch your toes or have injuries, yoga can help to soften and open the body as well as aid recovery.

If you are attending an in-person class, please bring a yoga mat and a bottle of water. If you have your own equipment and would prefer to use it, please feel free to bring it along.

Comfortable clothing that you can move in is ideal (leggings, tracksuit bottoms or shorts and a T-shirt or vest). Layers are also a good idea.

Online group classes last one hour. Private sessions last either one hour or one and a half hours.

Class sizes are small with a maximum of 12 which allows me to give students the individual attention they need.

No, yoga is not a religion. It is a philosophy and a spiritual practice. The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali provide a framework for spiritual growth and mastery over the physical and mental body.

It depends upon your type of injury/medical problem. It is best to consult your medical practitioner before you start any new exercise regime and is particularly important if you are pregnant/nursing, have high/low blood pressure, are taking medication or have any existing medical conditions or injuries. Please include details of any medical issues on the class registration form and send it to me prior to joining a class.

Speak to your healthcare practitioner so that they can advise you if you have any conditions which would make practising yoga harmful for you or your baby. If you are new to yoga, I recommend attending a specific prenatal yoga class with an experienced teacher. If your body is used to doing yoga, I can accommodate pre and post natal women in general classes, but I do not currently offer specialised Pregnancy Yoga classes. You are welcome to attend a general class with me if you are pregnant but you may find that a general class is not suitable for your needs as your pregnancy progresses into the later stages or if you develop any complications. In this case, a specialised yoga class would be the best option for you.

Online classes are bookable as a four week block or as a drop-in.

Single drop-in class – £8
Block of four online classes – £28

Payment can be made by cash or BACs and is payable in advance. Contact me for payment details.

Private tuition fees can be found here 

Private yoga sessions are ideal if you need help with specific injury rehabilitation, you want to build your confidence before you start a yoga class or you prefer to do yoga on your own or in a smaller group. If you are short on time or are unable to travel very far, I can visit you in your own home. Find out more.