Tell us a bit about yourself I’ve  been practicing yoga for 25 years and teaching since 2005. I  initially trained with the British Wheel of Yoga but went on to study yoga therapy with Svastha Yoga. I have also trained as an iRest level 2 and Menopause Yoga Teacher. Over the last six years I have delved deeply into studying breathwork which is where my passion now lies. Outside of yoga, I’m a mum and wife. I enjoy walking, reading and traveling. And love making home-made dark chocolate. What does a typical day look like for you? Professionally my day always varies but I work a lot le ..read more

We were so pleased to be joined by Theo Wildcroft, Harriet McAtee and a panel of guest speakers for a discussion to celebrate the launch of their new book, The Yoga Teacher’s Survival Guide. Watch the conversation below and discover their book through the link here: https://www.yogamatters.com/collections/all/products/the-yoga-teacher-s-survival-guide Find out more about Harriet and Theo: Instagram: Harriet – @harrietmcatee Theo – @theodorawildcroft The post The Yoga Teacher’s Survival Guide Book Launch and Panel appeared first on Blog - Yogamatters ..read more

Tell us a bit about yourself…  I am South African born and of Indian descent and live in the vibrant city of Johannesburg, South Africa. I see myself as curious creative who finds joy in learning and experiencing life through the language of art, nature, breath and healing.  I am passionate about exploring and sharing the idea of healing as a creative endeavor, inspiring others to do the same. My work as an Integrative Medical Doctor and as a founder of Breathwork Africa affords me the profound opportunity to share my passion.  What does a typical day look like for you?  I ..read more

Yoga teacher, yoga therapist and Advanced Breathwork Practitioner, Véronique Gauthier-Simmons shares her 5 poses to manage burnout. Véronique hosts a month of classes around the topic of Energy and Burnout, inviting specialist guest teachers. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.yogamatters.com/pages/yogamatters-online-yoga-classes-and-courses#mayclasses Bound Angle Pose with props Softening and opening the body in Supta Baddha Konasana while focusing on the breath is a great way to promote deep relaxation. Child’s Pose with bolster Salamba Balasana, the Supported Child Pose, helps to re ..read more

We are big fans of allowing space for our students to find rhythm and ease in their practice. We might think about rhythm as our own individual pace or tone in any given moment – are you feeling tired, slow, speedy, wriggly, or any other way? Finding our own rhythm allows us a sense of agency and empowerment within our practice. Ease is the natural counterpart to rhythm. Where can we allow more comfort, more rest, more space into our practice? Often we need a bit of rhythm to help us explore ease. As you move through the suggested postures below, we’d encourage you to take a few moments to wri ..read more

Tell us a bit about yourself…  Harriet: I’m a yoga teacher, yoga educator and writer based in Oxford, UK. I’ve been practicing yoga for around 20 years and teaching for 10 years this year! I run Nourish Yoga Training, an online training and CPD school which focuses on delivering inclusive, joyful and person-centred courses. I currently teach a 300 hour program, Pregnancy & Postnatal Yoga teacher training, plus various CPDs and workshops. My teaching emphasises empowering students to embrace and nourish their bodies and minds, with a focus on embodied movement, cultivating intuition an ..read more

Tell us a bit about your background and your meditation  journey. I am half Japanese and Sri Lankan, having lived in Japan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Kenya and the UK throughout my life.  I was brought up in a close knit family that upheld Buddhist philosophies and Eastern traditions and values. From a young age, I was drawn to such philosophies and wisdom as a way of life and mindfulness and meditation have been invaluable practices in my journey. I studied Economics at the LSE within which I was particularly interested in the teachings of Psychology and a Masters degree from SOAS ..read more

Tell us a bit about your background and your yoga journey… Born and raised on the sandy shores of the East Coast of South Africa, I danced through childhood barefoot, with the earth beneath my feet as my constant companion. In those early years, I found solace and clarity in nature, feeling an innate sense of grounding that eluded definition. Yet, as the years unfolded, the cacophony of the world grew louder, and I momentarily lost sight of the path that once felt so clear. It was during the crossroads of late teens and early adulthood that fate led me to the threshold of a humble yoga studio ..read more

Nikki Slade is a leading pioneer in the field of chanting, core voice and sound work in the UK. For over 30 years Nikki has inspired thousands of individuals to chant and has led chanting and voice workshops for corporations such as M&C Saatchi, Deutsche Bank and Cisco. Nikki will be joining our community to host a special ‘Chanting from the Heart’ workshop. Find out more and sign up through the link here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chanting-from-the-heart-with-nikki-slade-the-joy-of-kirtan-tickets-862154125197?aff=oddtdtcreator Read on to discover the ideal postures for Kirtan ..read more

Tell us a bit about yourself…  I started yoga in 2001 as I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. At the time, I was addicted to step aerobics, spinning and Gauloises Blondes. I was teaching at University College Dublin while writing a PhD thesis. I also spent 7 hours a week in the gym, smoked 30 cigarettes a day, and had a busy social life. I thought sleep was overrated. I hated the word ‘balance’ and thought that life was all about pushing boundaries.  Luckily, my body said ‘no’ and forced me to change my life completely.  I have to admit that I went to my first yoga class rel ..read more