We live by the Sun and feel by the Moon
If you've been to my classes, you might know that Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation) is my favourite thing in yoga! You might just be...
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Happy Imbolc 2024!
Imbolc is on Thursday February 1st this year, the feast day of Brigid the pagan Goddess. Her light and fire were so strong the church...
Ahimsa- Cultivating compassion on and off the mat.
The first Yama in the 8 Limbs of Yoga by Patanjali is Ahimsa. It is thousands of years old but resonates with profound relevance in our...
Celebrate the Summer Solstice!
That wonderful time of year is here: the time of the longest day and the shortest night, the time when the sun appears to stand still and...
Celebrate the Winter Solstice.
Winter Solstice celebrates the return of the Sun and our dreams will now grow with the light, as we journey towards becoming more active...
The Ultimate Guide to Best Eco-Friendly Yoga Mats 2022
If you only have one piece of yoga equipment you need a mat. But there is an astonishing array out there. What factors do you need to...
The Celtic Calendar- A Meditation for Imbolc
You may not have heard of Imbolc, but it is still very much celebrated in Ireland at the beginning of February. If you are Irish, or have...
How to build a practice.
Small steps Creating a habit takes small steps. If you want to practise every day in the morning, it might be a great idea to just start...
The Celtic Calendar- Winter Solstice Celebrations
Winter Solstice takes place on 20th or 21st December in the UK. It marks the shortest day and the longest night of the year. Since the...
Queen Beech
Sarah Newton is a guest writer and tree campaigner in Huddersfield. She recognises the importance of trees in our towns and cities and...
Yoga clothes for women
Take a look at my guide to yoga pants and squat proof leggings for women. There’s something for every personality
Starting out with yoga whatever your age
If you've been on my website at all, you'll know that my mantra is that yoga is for everybody. It's not about the shape of your body,
What to wear to yoga- a guide for women
Follow my 8 point guide and you shouldn't go far wrong. It's about getting what's right for you and your body.
6 unexpected reasons why you should be doing yoga at any age
You may start because of blood pressure or stress but your yoga practice will give you so much more, not to mention the calming effect
Sthira sukham asanam- how to use yoga props
This introductory post will give you a few ideas and make some recommendations.
The benefits of Utkatasana- Stay steady and own your throne!
Utkatasana is related to the fire element, and you can imagine actually stoking a fire in the belly
Samhain- find renewal in rest, sleep and meditation
Some say the cycle of the year is a mandala of sunshine and shadow and in the same way our lives are made up of light and darkness
The Power of Three- Tricky Trikonasana or Triangle Pose
The triangle is known for its strength, able to support weight and withstand stresses, as is seen in architecture in the form of the pyramid
Creating a home yoga space
Start small with a little mindfulness with your morning coffee in your home yoga space.
Why we need creativity- what project can you start nurturing today?
Creativity is important. It means we are fully human. And yet you might sometimes feel that all your resources are poured into work or your
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