Regular Group Classes
Morning Medicine
Set the tone for the day ahead. Morning Medicine is a steady practice that blends gentle mobility, movement and breath work to awaken the body and calm the mind. Designed to ease stiffness and create space, this class helps you to move, feel and perform at your best.
Venue: Outdoors
Wake your Warrior
Venue: Outdoors
Wake your Warrior is an energising practice. Expect a more challenging sequence that will test your balance, helping you to focus and stretch your limits before your day begins.
Class Etiquette
What to expect
To move your body in ways that you don’t in your daily routine. In yoga we call this asana.
To control your breath. In yoga we call this pranayama.
To have stillness, either in savasana meditation.
To be offered variations that allow the shape to find your body.
To have permission to dial up or down the practice to meet your own needs.
I don’t make physical adjustments so won’t be touching you. Adjustments will be offered by verbal cues.
How to prepare
Bring a mat, some water and a towel in case its damp, or you may want padding for your hands or knees.
Wear anything that you feel comfortable in and can move your body and limbs in all directions.
You’ll be bending over, so take this into consideration to spare any embarrassment.
If we’re outdoors, make sure that you bring layers and any other items that may protect you from the weather, e.g sunscreen, hat, sunglasses.
Pitfalls to avoid
Don’t expect too much of yourself.
Don’t push too far - yoga is an experience, not a performance.
Don’t compare yourself to me to your neighbour - our bodies are different, therefore the shapes will look different on all of us.
Yoga is about building awareness - so don’t be surprised or put off if occasionally unexpected emotions come up.
FAQs
What about the weather?
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Classes are designed to keep you moving and generate heat, so you’re not being still for too long getting cold. In warmer weather, we manage pace and hydration. You don’t need perfect conditions, just bring layers. Light rain isn’t usually an issue - you could always bring a towel to stop your mat getting slippy. In more extreme conditions, classes will be adjusted or rescheduled. You’ll always be informed in advance wherever possible.
What if the ground is uneven or a bit damp?
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I choose the location carefully and check the ground before every class. Slightly uneven or softer surfaces are part of the benefit - they help build balance, stability and joint strength in a more functional way. That said, everything is adaptable. If you bring a towel, that will help with the dampness and to provide padding for your knees or hands if needed.
What if I struggle with balance outdoors?
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That’s completely normal - I do too, it’s part of the fun and training effect. Uneven ground subtly challenges your stabilising muscles, which improves strength and coordination over time. You’ll always be given options to work at your level - there’s no pressure to balance on one leg if it’s not for you.
What about people waking dogs or other park users?
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We position ourselves to the side where possible. You may see dog walkers, runners and walkers as it’s part of being outdoors. Most people are respectful, keep their dogs on a lead and out of our way.
Why practice outdoors?
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I choose to practise outdoors because I love beginning my day with a cup of tea and some movement in my garden. It helps to reset my body clock, which supports better sleep. Fresh air, natural light and open space let my body move more freely and my mind refocus on the day ahead. Outdoor practice also subtly challenges balance, stability and concentration, while being in nature lifts my mood and restores energy on a deeper level. There is a growing evidence base of the positive impact that “green health” has on health and wellbeing.
Why practice in the morning?
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’m an early riser and I value the quiet calm of being up while the world sleeps. First thing in the morning gives me time and space to tune in, to notice how my body and mind feel that morning, gently wake my systems, and gain clarity about the day ahead. I use that awareness to set realistic priorities and adapt my plan to match my energy. After the practice I feel lighter, more positive and ready to tackle the day. Practically, doing this routine first thing ensures that it happens before the day’s busy-ness takes over or I become too tired or procrastinate in the evening,
I’m new to yoga
You’re welcome to join the Morning Medicine class. Alternatively contact me about a beginners course.