Types of Yoga I Teach

Poppy brings a wealth of over 7 years of teaching experience and anatomical knowledge into her classes and offers a soft and nurturing approach that allows the students to slow down and tap into their interoceptive system thus allowing them the space and time to strengthen their bodies and their minds.

>Over the years, yoga has given Poppy the balance, energy, strength and the ability to focus and pay attention to life. Since her first asana yoga class, Poppy yearned to learn more and a few years later took her 200hr teacher training in 2017, and since then has undertaken further study and certifications including pre and post natal yoga. Since then Poppy has guided over 2000 hours of teaching different ages, abilities, styles from weekly group classes, private 1-2-1 classes (supporting clients through personal hardship such as bereavement, chronic pain or long term illness) to retreats and festivals.

Poppy’s life mantra and ambition is to help individuals grow stronger as they grow older.

Vinyasa

what is it? Poppy’s vinyasa classes are are full of functional flows, fun balances and transitions and she likes to include calisthenics into the flow and encourage curiosity, body awareness and breath synchronisation.

who is it for? the dynamic class is accessible to those who feel comfortable creating a bit of heat within their body and able to flow through seated and standing poses and might be up for trying out a few balances, there will always be options for modifying poses for your level whether you are beginner or more advanced in your asana practise.

SLOW Stretchy FLOW

what is it? a slower practise in a safe calm environment to slow down the mind and feel into the movements and shapes that you body can create, with as much emphasis on the stillness as on movement. i love to bring pranayama breathing techquines into the relaxation at the end to soften the body and focus the mind as well as support their mobility, expand their comfort threshold and potentially increase range of motion.

who is it for? the slow flowyoga classes are suitable for those wishing for a slower practise but with emphasis on stability and agility, beginners are welcome and students of all ages and abilities- it is accessible for those that are able to flow through both seated and standing poses.

*"breath is a woman's best partner during pregnancy"*

Yin

A floor based, slow, restorative and deeply relaxing yoga class. There is no dynamic movement here. This class is designed to work deeply into your fascia, nervous system and meridian pathways. You will leave feeling rejuvenated and restored.

Pregnancy Yoga

where mothers-to-be can prepare for birth in a safe and calm environment, i create safe yoga sequences where students can feel empowered by their ability to move freely and allow their body to flow with their baby. having a regular yoga practice through pregnancy is a beautiful way to create stamina, strength and breath control in preparation for birth.

i feel honoured to be able support women in their transition into motherhood. expect a mixture of nurturing pranayama (breath), strength enhancing asana (poses) and pelvic floor work in my classes. i guide my clients through meditative moments and breathing techniques that can be used through their pregnancy, during labour and into their 4th trimester once their little one is born- allowing the nervous system to be soothed and the body to fully relax.

Post Natal Mummy & Baby Yoga

a safe space to give your body and mind time, patience and love after birth. a chance to have some loving fun with your little one on the mat and honour the beautiful connection that mummy and baby yoga can bring. we work through the functional core with a strong emphasis on building the pelvic floor strength post birth.