Yoga

Yoga for Healthy Ageing and Longevity.

What is Yoga?

  • Improve strength, flexibility, coordination and balance physically and mentally

  • Increase muscular endurance

  • Manage stress - Relax you

  • Reduce stress, anxiety and depression - Improves mental health

  • Improves posture

  • Correct breathing - leading to energy and vitality

  • Decrease aches and pains eg lower back pain, shoulder pain etc

  • Increase confidence

  • Bring mindful movement into your life

  • Improve sleep deficiency, total sleep time and how quickly you fall asleep

  • Balance metabolism

  • Protection from injury

  • Sciatica pain

  • Stroke rehabilitation

  • Cardio and circulatory health

  • Safe for pregnancy and postpartum rehabilitation (+6 weeks postpartum)

  • Can ease arthritis symptoms

  • Help with pelvic floor issues

  • Self care routine

Yoga in Sanskirt, the ancient Indian yogic language, translates as ‘to yoke’ or ‘union’. Several thousands of years old and originally a meditation practice only, yoga has evolved over centuries. Yoga is to ‘unite’ body, mind and spirit or soul and this is done through disciplined practices including pranayama (breathwork), asana (physical movement/postures) and mediation. Yoga is a process oriented system which looks as the being as a whole, aiming to bring balance and harmony into ones life promoting health and wellbeing. During the last century yoga has evolved and today you may have heard of many styles of yoga including Hatha, Iyengar, Kundalini, Ashtanga, Yin, Jnana, Viniyoga to name a few. Each one focusing on a different aspect or outcome. Yoga is not a religion and is non-dogmatic, it is a science or spiritual technology - a physical and spiritual practice.

Yoga can help:

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Private Classes

Private yoga sessions offer a completely personalised experience, tailored to your individual needs, goals and stage of life. Whether you are looking to improve strength, mobility and flexibility, support your physical and emotional wellbeing, navigate a particular health challenge or simply create more space for yourself, each session is thoughtfully adapted to you.

With a nurturing, holistic and trauma-informed approach, I create a safe and supportive space where you can work at your own pace, build confidence and experience the many benefits of yoga. Sessions can be mat based, chair based or both.

You have the option of home visits, my studio space or online.

Group Classes

My group yoga classes offer a welcoming and supportive space to move, breathe and reconnect with yourself. Whether you're looking to build strength and mobility, improve flexibility, reduce stress or simply enjoy some time for yourself, classes are thoughtfully guided to support your individual needs while sharing the experience with others. With a nurturing, inclusive and mindful approach, I encourage you to move at your own pace, listen to your body and enjoy the physical and emotional benefits of yoga in a friendly, relaxed environment.

My group classes include Prenatal Yoga, Postnatal Yoga - Mum and Baby and Chair Yoga classes in-person and online. Please check my timetable for more information.

I offer onsite corporate yoga classes for staff wellbeing and in house yoga for residential and care homes throughout Kirklees and Leeds.

Specialist Yoga Practices I Offer:

Hatha Yoga.

An ancient method that uses the practice of asanas (yoga postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation to strengthen weaknesses within and remove any blockages and stress in the body which lead to ill health or dis-ease. ‘Ha’ means Sun and ‘tha’ Moon. This is the Sun/Moon yoga, balancing the body and mind so to restore harmony. We can then breathe freely and deeply leading us to explore the pranayama aspect, preparing the body and mind for mediation. Many of the styles of yoga we hear of today are derived from Hatha Yoga.

Chair Yoga.

Chair yoga offers a gentle yet effective way to improve mobility, flexibility, strength, balance and overall wellbeing. Using a chair for support, sessions are thoughtfully adapted to individual needs and abilities, creating an inclusive and welcoming space for people to move with confidence, maintain independence and enjoy the physical and mental benefits of yoga.

Available for care homes, assisted-living communities and older adult groups.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga.

Vinyasa flow yoga is a contemporary yoga practice different in style from Hatha yoga and characterised by the smooth flow in the transitions between asanas (poses).

Coordination between breath and movement is developed in this highly popular yoga style.

Yoga Nidra.

Yoga Nidra or yogic sleep as it is sometimes referred to is the practice of entering in to a semi-lucid or dreamlike state prior to sleep and maintaining deep calm breaths in a deeply relaxed, meditative manner.

Ideal for anyone looking to find calm and balance from a busy lifestyle.

Prenatal Yoga.

Pregnancy is a time of extraordinary change, and prenatal yoga offers a space to slow down, reconnect with your body and nurture yourself as you prepare for birth and motherhood. My classes combine gentle, pregnancy-appropriate movement, breathwork, relaxation and mindfulness to support your changing body, ease common pregnancy discomforts and build confidence for birth. Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, these sessions offer a welcoming, supportive space to connect with yourself, your baby and other expectant mothers.

Postnatal Yoga.

Postnatal yoga offers a supportive space to focus on your physical recovery following birth, helping you gradually rebuild strength, stability and confidence in your changing body. Classes incorporate postnatal-specific movement, breathwork and relaxation, with a particular focus on pelvic floor rehabilitation, reconnecting with your deep core muscles, improving posture and addressing common postnatal concerns such as abdominal separation (diastasis recti). With your baby welcome, these classes provide an opportunity to nurture your recovery, move at your own pace and connect with other new mothers in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Hey, I’m Virginia.

I am based in Yorkshire offering Yoga, Birth & Postpartum Doula Support & Reiki. I offer a discreet & reliable service for all clients, providing a kind, caring and supportive environment. I look forward to meeting you.

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Testimonials.

  • "Virginia takes the care to pick up exactly what is needed".

    Private Yoga Client, Yorkshire

  • "I've been practicing yoga for many years in group classes and private sessions. Virginia stands out as a exceptional teacher. Knowledgeable, dedicated and observes well".

    - Private Yoga Client, North London

  • "She is inspiring, her sessions stay with me long after she has left".

    Private Yoga Client, West London

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