Group Yoga Classes

Yoga is more than the shapes that we make on our yoga mat, more than the slow-paced breathing we use to balance ourselves in the moment, it's how we connect to ourselves.

I work hard to make my yoga classes feel inclusive, my teaching is trauma-informed and for every body.  I have lots of equipment at both locations to help make the physical practices accessible. Each class is made up of a physical practice, breath awareness, meditation and relaxation. I theme my classes around the seasons and the moon cycles to help us feel grounded and centred.

Looking for yoga to help with something specific? You can chat to me to find out which class would work better for you, the possibility of private sessions or take a look at my online courses which are tailored to specific issues, like yoga for pelvic health.

GROUP YOGA CLASSES IN-PERSON AND ONLINE

The style of yoga I teach is alignment-based yoga, an embodied and practical approach to yoga, breathwork and meditation, accessible for all ages and abilities.  You don't need to be flexible to start!

Each week I teach a different sequence of poses (asana) with the intention that the students experience a full range of physical yoga: standing poses, seated and floor poses, twists and abdominal, forward bends and backbends.  We begin the class with a breathing exercise (pranayama) and breath awareness is continued throughout the class.  The class always ends with a meditation practice and then a lying down relaxation known as Savasana.

Discussion and feedback are actively encouraged in my classes.  Please feel free to ask questions.

  • Yoga is about self-discovery.

  • We are all unique. Our bodies and minds are different and there is no one right way.

  • Everyone is working with their own experience.

  • We may challenge ourselves and at the same time care for ourselves

  • Yoga can be fun!

  • Yoga encourages us to experience ourselves in a non-judgemental way.

  • Yoga is community.

Come along and see how it feels to connect to your body, create space, relieve tension, increase fitness, strength and flexibility and improve posture.

ESSENTIAL INFO

GROUP CLASSES WEEKLY TIMETABLE

Monday 10.45 – 11.45 am
Yoga for People with Parkinson's - Standing and Chair Yoga. Online via Zoom. Contact me to book this class.

Tuesday
Private Yoga Classes by appointment at my home yoga studio in Sidcup, Bexley

Wednesday 9.30 – 10.45 am
Mixed Experience Mat Yoga at The Howard Venue, Hextable (Swanley)

Wednesday 6.45 – 8 pm
Mixed Experience Mat Yoga – Small Class at my home studio in Sidcup and online via Zoom (Hybrid class)

Thursday
Private Yoga Classes by appointment at my home yoga studio in Sidcup, Bexley

Friday 9.30 – 10.45am
Mixed Experience Mat Yoga at The Howard Venue, Hextable (Swanley)

BOOK ONLINE

Class sizes are limited and so all participants must book in advance, including drop-in classes.

BOOK YOUR CLASS ONLINE

  • "I have been a student of Clair’s for a number of years, and I have found her to be a first-class five-star yoga teacher - second to none without a doubt. She is a most skillful engaging passionate yoga teacher. Clair brings to the class educational and focused learning for all levels of ability, positive mindfulness of safety for the individual, and is endlessly patient. She is inspiring and approachable, and genuinely a lovely human being, with a super sense of humour. She brings clarity and good communication skills to her students in the most friendly way possible. If you are interested in discovering yoga, look no further, she is the very best of teachers you will ever find and will be truly delighted you found Clair, as I have."

    CAROL

  • "I learnt so much from your class and how you taught everything in such an understandable, thorough way with such attention to detail and really individualised advice for everyone. It was a really different experience for me as I’d only really practiced Ashtanga style yoga before but it was so valuable. I’ve since tried a few different classes though have yet to find another teacher with the same knowledge and teaching skill, if you happen to be able to recommend a teacher in the north east, I’d love to hear!"

    CLAIRE

  • "I am probably one of the oldest pupils in Clair’s yoga class. I have been enjoying my yoga for 3 years and I know it has really helped me to keep my body fit and healthy and to alleviate previous back problems that I had. I also really think that the breathing techniques are invaluable as they help with my asthma. Clair is a very sympathetic teacher and never pushes you beyond your limits and I would thoroughly recommend Clair to anyone wishing to take up yoga as she also has a lovely personality."

    JILL

  • "Clair’s yoga class provides a great workout for the body and mind. I love the variety of poses that are taught each week and over the two years I have been attending I have increased my flexibility, strengthened my core and learnt some great meditation practises. Clair is a brilliant teacher, enthusiastic, encouraging and really knowledgeable about her craft – she is always on hand to offer alternative poses for those with ailments or during pregnancy. Quite simply, Clair’s class is the perfect way to spend an hour. I always feel the benefits – both physically and mentally – it’s one of the few things in my diary I refuse to miss!!"

    KRISTY

  • "Attending Clair’s yoga classes has been a revelation. Having suffered with painful hips when walking for the past 7 years, I now find that the pain in my left hip has gone and the pain in the other is much reduced. I can only think that the stretching and relaxing exercises have done the trick!!"

    BRYAN

  • "I have been going to Clair’s classes for a few weeks now and absolutely love it! The classes are small and welcoming and individual attention is given to each member. Clair is very encouraging for us to try different poses and push ourselves but to always listen to our bodies. There is no pressure! I always come away feeling energised and with an inner calmness. I am already feeling the benefit of yoga, which has to be the best form of exercise ever. Thank you Clair!"

    KELLY

  • "Clair has been teaching me yoga for just over 18 months. In that time I have noticed a real increase in my flexibility. At the beginning I couldn’t get past my ankles but now I can reach the floor in a forward bend! I really enjoy Clair’s relaxation with the lavender eye bags at the end of the class. It’s a wonderful feeling to be able to relax and forget the stresses of the day. And it helps me sleep better too."

    GEORGIA

  • "I just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed last weeks yoga session. I really appreciated the music that Geeta sent to you and the poem you read to us. How lucky are we to have you as our instructor/tutor and the extras. Pure bliss for me, I was on a high all day. So thank you very much."

    MAUREEN

  • "I started yoga for the first time late 2012 and I couldn’t have found a better class or instructor. I had just been discharged from physiotherapy after suffering from a dislocated ball and socket joint with a torn rotor cuff resulting in a completely frozen shoulder. After 18 months of excruciating physio I was released with a good result of 90% movement again, but was told that would be as good as it would ever get. Then I started yoga with Clair and my arm has unexpectedly improved to at least 98% movement now and I am hopeful that it may improve further. How ever many students Clair has in her class, it always feels like a one to one. She pays attention to everyone individually, correcting or helping each one of us and adapts moves to individual needs. Above all her yoga classes are always so enjoyable, uplifting and fantastically calming, all at the same time. Thank you Clair."

    DENISE