Through this practice we take our joints through their full range of movement, maintaining ease and steadiness throughout our system and a healthy flow of energy to carry off the mat as we move through life. We also take the time to explore the energetic intention of different movement practices and link this to the a yogic physiology of the body.

I love this way of practicing yoga, it allows us to work towards our edge, those illusive poses, but without any pressure to push into the full expression of the pose; instead we build the blocks: strengthening, stretching and building balance, while enjoying the journey rather than any final end point.

Class always ends with pranayama and savasana to consolidate the benefits of our practice.

Bethan has been teaching yoga classes in Bristol since 2008, her classes are inspired by Vinyasa Krama, Ashtanga and Viniyoga and influenced by Tai Chi. She trained at The Life Centre and YogaCampus, for her British Wheel of Yoga Diploma in 2008 and has subsequently taken Ashtanga trainings in New Zealand with John Scott, in Colorado with Richard Freeman, in Edinburgh with David Swenson, and in Bristol with her first teacher training mentor, Ashtanga and Breathwork master teacher Christopher Gladwell. She studied Viniyoga with senior teacher Paul Harvey at the Yoganjali studio in Bristol (now YogaSpace). Her current teacher is Yoga Elder, Sarah Harlow who co-developed the Yogasara Krama Vinyasa Tantra teaching method. She has studied Bhakti Yoga, Movement Medicine and Internal Family Systems with Sarah over the years and is now studying on an Advanced 500 hour Teacher Training at Yogasara. 

Laura has extensive experience running, teaching and hosting retreats. In fact it was her way of life for many moons and so it now comes as second nature to her. She is now exploring the hiking side of the retreats and combining her love of the mountains and being out in the wilderness with the practice of yoga itself. She is has completed her Hill and Moorland Training with IBEX OUTDOORS and has just become a Hill and Moorland Leader - with Bryn Williams Mountaineering  both through the Mountain Training Association.

This means she is fully prepared to take people out in the wild. Having utmost respect for the mountains and acknowledging mother natures power she will recruit the help of a qualified Mountain Leader whenever the altitude gets high or the terrain gets rocky. 

HIKING GUIDE; Beginner / Intermediate Level 

Combine gentle yoga sessions with leisurely strolls through picturesque landscapes, catering to beginners and those seeking to regain their fitness. These walks and yoga sessions are designed for a relaxed experience, complemented by scenic views and soothing tea breaks.