Our Yoga Styles

“In my view, it is not useful to think of different styles of yoga; this is simply yoga, which comes from a vast and ancient source. The only authentic yoga is one which works for each person according to circumstances and needs, and there are many possibilities”

Desikachar, The Heart of Yoga

HATHA translating from Sanskrit as ‘yoga of the sun and moon’ is thought to be the oldest form of yoga and is at the root of all other styles that have evolved.

Hatha is perfect for all students, at any level of experience, who are seeking a more mindful practice. It moves in a slow, controlled manner through a wide range of postures whilst using the breath to help focus and calm the mind.

Hatha Classes are taught by Alison Palmby, Amanda Turner, Jan Chant. Nikki Nicholas, Janine Fraser, Lisa Horwell,

SIVANANDA was founded by Swami Sivananda in Southern India in 1932. It was brought to the West in 1957 by his disciple Vishnu-Devananda. This holistic, rounded yoga practice focuses on twelve main postures, each one targeting a different area of the body to promote optimum health.

Sivenanda classes are taught on Monday evenings by Kerry Doyland.

YIN YOGA is a gentle floor based practice that includes some advanced postures to stretch and release the muscles & connective tissues of the hip, pelvis and lower spine by holding each posture for up to 5 minutes. Yin Yoga increases the flow of energy through the body. To encourage a balanced body and mind Yin is best practiced with a Yang (more physical) activity.

Liz Smith teaches Yin Yoga on Wednesday mornings at 11.15am.

All our classes contain postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranyama) and relaxation.

Take time to explore as many classes as you can. We have more than 15 qualified teachers and All of them convey their style in different ways.