The philisophy portion of last weeks class explored our relationship to our thoughts... this can be negative, judgemental, positive, blinded, tricked.... This over attachment and believing of thoughts can lead us into emotionally and mental troubled waters. Equanimity is not indifference or not caring, it is a space of gentle holding and observing - where we separate from our thoughts enough to percieve our thoughts more clearly and objectively and in a more detached w

I have been trying to rid myself of a lingering end of a summer cold for 3 weeks. I thought it would clear up on its own but my energy has been a bit low and there's a few annoying and niggling low grade symptoms. We often look for the quick fix, the fast medicine to get better swiftly, so we can get on and keep going, to not have to care for ourselves too much. Finally that little bit of unwell has made me stop and turn towards myself and practice the slow medicine th

Dear Yogi's Looking forward to welcoming you tomorrow, we got off to a beautiful supported yet strengthening start to Autumn term, it was a very fun and different session. Tailoring our practice as we slowly and deeply turn with the sun into the 5th season of the year...late summer early autumn. Let's go deeper into this wisdom respectfully borrowed from Traditional Chinese Medicine and the art of yin yoga that helps us navigate the seasons with curiosity and additional no

Hi All This message may bring some awareness to this time of year.. People often feel really strange, with appetite and digestion issues, hair and sleep loss, energy dropping and choppy...dry skin.. weariness. Our culture suggests we can go on and on with unchanged vigour and striving, like we are a well that refills endlessly and samely. Only late summer can really have its own say on things. I tailor my wellbeing offerings to support the constant change and align us to th

What we need at different times in our lives changes endlessly. Think back to a few weeks ago when it was incredibly hot and stuffy...hard to sleep, eat or do to much of anything. Or 10 years ago when life had a different rythmn and set of needs. Turns out change is the only constant, whether that's slowly or quickly all at once. Our ability to go traverse change rather than fight it or reject it is a super power. I had a quiet time this summer, with minimal classes and

Do you find it hard to carve out the space for your own needs, and especially for rest, not sleep, but rest.. You are not alone and society does not invite it... When I had young kids, I was constantly on the go and it was really hard to get to a yoga class and even harder to permit myself to rest. When I did get to bed I would often be so overstimulated that I could not sleep. Caring for my elderly parents recently I noticed the changes that have come about and although it

Let it go then see what kind of magic returns in its place. because, i promise that what's for you will never reach you while you're clinging to something else April Green Let's embrace summer with a willingness to grow and let go Two classes this eve a more active at 6.30pm followed by a gentle stretching rest with magical yoga nidra. 7.50-9pm. See you there x

Did you know there is a city of jewels within you? The home of your unique essence and Mani Pura, the third Chakra, based around the navel. Tonight we return to our exploration of the chakra's and unravel some of the mystery of the ideas and yogic practices that tune up and tune into this third energetic centre. Whether you take on the ancient wisdom as writ or use the theme to become curious and more self aware, tonights practices of Energising Flow at 6.30pm or Mellow Yin

Life good and bad, helps to create practices of yoga and wellbeing that develop resilient, kindness and ways to find rest in what can be trying times. If you are not in those times this will simply keep you steady and top up resources of wellbeing and returning to yourself, your home, if you are stressed or tired my aim is to bring you in the right direction . You will notice I am weaving in some fascial release work this term from the latest bit of training I am doing with

I just finished fixing my bike: puncture repaired, brake blocks replaced, chain cleaned and oiled, mudguards realigned etc took about 1 hour.. I wondered what took me so long to do this? The result is a bike that rides easily, no scraping or chaffing. Not the same bike as when it was new, but a smooth safe ride. I did a 30-minute Qi Gong practice earlier and wandered around the garden with my tea, looking at what was growing. Really taking in the shapes, patterns, smel

It might be a little different for us all, but if you are reading this then its likely that movement, breath and nature are in your reply. I have been away in nature taking capturing life at Cae Mabon retreat centre in North Wales and practising yoga and qigong in nature, looking and feeling closely the effects of being in nature and away from technology and to an extent modernity. Looking forward to opening the doors next week for this early summer term of nourishment and

Dear Yogi's I invite you to come home to yourself just as you are, you are so welcome here. Tonight we will explore the 3 minds as a grounding practice and round up this term with a nurturing mindful flow class from 6.30-7.40pm followed by yin & nidra class from 7.50-9pm. To celebrate the pink full moon - the blossom time. Practice nourishing yoga and metaphor that invite inner vision with a broadness of outer vision to create the focus for our forward journey. I hope that

​As you know I love a full moon! and a chance to theme classes with Moon imagery - the blossom will be tonight's theme, so expect moon salutations in our Going Deeper Class and a Yin and nidra practice popping with spring blossom energy to celebrate spring bursting forth. We need rest and recovery especially in times of stress and transition. If you are tired, wired, erratic, unregulated then come out to the most nourishing of classes with kindred spirits to move, breathe an

The aromas, the sight of green shoots and popping blossom, the feel of energy rising all around as the days brighten. This we will harness in our yoga practices this term. Its still a time of balancing energy with rest to top up our wellbeing to keep vibrant and steady. Join us for Mindful Hatha Flow from 6.30-8.40pm or Yin & Nidra from 6.50 - 9pm each Wednesday until 1 April and Easter Break. Book here These classes are at Bedminster Quaker Hall where the true glory of th

I invite you to explore yourself through yoga, movement and wellbeing practices in my tailored midweek classes Classes are in person at Bedminster Quaker Hall BS3 and also online/recorded if you can't make it. Going Deeper Flow class from 6.30-7.40pm weaving mindfulness, somatic and yoga flow practices with breathwork and supported rest. From 7.50-9pm deep slow supported stretch with yin yoga followed by a crafted yoga nidra to reset and regulate your nervous system. Exp

Happiest and healthiest New Year to you all. I hope that you had a great break and feel refreshed as we welcome the lightening days. It was an absolute pleasure to teach two special events for the Winter Solstice and New Years Eve. Wild Box was a treat to teach in and I aim to bring more specials there in 2026. This week I have been putting all the pieces in place, letting the dust and glitter settle from last year and preparing for this years offerings. When I am not tea

Hey all Wishing you well this day the one after boxing day. I hope that you are resting a decompressing slow but sure. Today I treasured a quiet long solo practice of asana, pranayama and meditation with rest at the end. Later the gym and hot sauna all great and mainly the time to let myself be with no requirement to engage. A by product of this time of year its like its in our bones to sort, clean and get rid of, to reflect and consider what we need and dont need. Clear

We are here. The shortest day and longest night. Tomorrow the days begin to lengthen. Following nature, its patterns and rhythms brings us into alignment and harmony with what is. Today we will watch the sun go down and honour this apex with a symbolic practice that observes the light (active), the dark (stillness) and harmonises with Yoga Nidra that brings rest in community . If you would like to join us there are a few places left. For mind, body and soul. Bedminster Quaker

I look forward to welcoming you this evening for the last two weekly sessions of 2025. Going Deeper Slow Flow 6.30-7.40pm and Yin & Nidra 7.50-9pm. Designed to be of support and a haven during the winter break topping up your resources. When you need to step away from the hubbub and find peace, just play the recordings. If you can't wait till January to join me again there are two very special events happening: Winter Solstice Yoga Gathering on 21 December at Bedminster Q