Santosha courses
Although the below courses have already started, depending on the course, there may still be space left for you to join on a "Drop In" basis - please get in touch for more details
Beginners Yoga
This course explores the fundamentals of yoga at a gentle pace. There will be lots of guidance and explanation of the methods and terms, time for questions and a respect for individual needs.
You will learn foundation yoga poses, breathing techniques, meditation and many of the underlying principles of the practice which will allow you to continue to grow, learn and take care of your body and mind.
This is a great class for the complete beginner or novice and also for those returning to yoga after a long break or anyone who wants to rediscover and explore the basics. No previous experience is required and all equipment is provided – just bring yourself!
Wednesdays from 10.45 - 12pm
15th January - 12th February
5 weeks, £42.50
with Jo Kitts
Thursdays from 6 - 7.15pm
9th January - 13th February
6 weeks, £51
with Cherish Jackson
Introduction to Yoga for Men
Sundays from 7.30 - 8.45pm
12th January - 16th February
6 weeks, £51
with Pete Chicken
This class will benefit:
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Men looking to increase their flexibility, tone or strength.
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Men who wish to compliment their existing sports or fitness regime.
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Men who would like to try Yoga but don't feel comfortable in a mixed level class.
Learn the basic yoga poses, correct alignment and how to work with your breath. The course is specifically created for men, by focusing attention on strengthening and lengthening tight muscle groups. Targeting back and shoulder pain, creating better posture and increasing flexibility.
mum and toddler yoga
Thursdays from 11.20am - 12pm
9th January - 13th February
with Chie Sibbring
6 weeks, £42
Focusing on developing strength and mobility while enjoying playful interaction with your child. Having the time to exercise as well as quality time with your child is ideal for the Mum and Toddler lifestyle.
The class is open to all, even those who are new to yoga!
Suitable for toddlers aged 2 - 3 years old.
Prenatal yoga
Mondays from 6.15 - 7.30pm
6th January - 10th February
6 weeks, £51
with Chie Sibbring
Pregnancy is a unique and wondrous time in life. Prenatal yoga can be a great way to prepare for child birth. Yoga can help expectant moms get through their pregnancy with minimal discomfort. It also helps the birth and pt-delivery stages.
In this class you will learn gentle stretching, safe breathing exercises and deep relaxation. Open to all from the 13th week of pregnancy - please check with your doctor or midwife before commencing yoga practice.
Remember that you are entitled to time off work to attend a prenatal yoga class. If you are more than 36 weeks pregnant then you can drop into the class subject to space being available - call or email to check.
small group 1:4 sessions
Wednesdays from 9.30 - 10.30am
5th February - 26th February
4 weeks, £60
with Jo Kitts
Santosha Studio dedicates Wednesday mornings to offering personal yoga tuition to small groups. Ideal for individuals who are returning to exercise after a long break, are in recovery from injury or surgery, working with chronic health conditions, or simply prefer the dynamic of a small group.
With four people per class you will receive plenty of personal attention, and be able to progress at your own pace.
Classes are one hour long and booked in blocks of 3 or 4 equal to £15 per class.
Thursday pilates
Thursdays from 12.15 - 1.15pm
9th January - 13th February (no class 6th February)
5 weeks, £42.50
with Fiona McIntosh
This is a more gentle Pilates class. Ideal for anyone who is new to Pilates' work or is suffering from more than just the normal daily aches and pains. The class has a maximum number of 8 so that everyone can practice their Pilates knowing they will still benefit from appropriate individual advice/correction.
Mum and Baby yoga for recovery
Thursdays from 1.30 - 2.20pm
9th January - 13th February
6 weeks, £48
with Chie Sibbring
The arrival of a new baby is a precious and life changing experience that is full of amazing discoveries.
Mum and baby get to know each other and build a strong bond that to carry with them throughout their lives.
This course offers the time for mum to recover from childbirth whilst being able to develop the strong mum and baby connection. Sessions will include a yoga practice designed to strengthen and recover the body after pregnancy as well as having time to relax and enjoy gentle touch with your baby.
Please bring with you a blanket to lay your baby on along with a couple of toys for them to play with during the session.
*Suitable for babies from 6 weeks to the stage of walking and after your 6 week check.
** If you had a C-Section, please consult with your midwife or doctor before joining the course.
Ballet beautiful
Fridays from 9.15 - 10.15am
10th January - 14th February
6 weeks, £48
with Lindsay Epton
Suitable for absolute beginners or those returning to ballet after a long break, this class fosters good technique, posture and alignment in a safe and encouraging environment. All the basic aspects of a classical ballet class will be studied including barre, centre practice, port de bras, adage, turns and allegro. Exercises will be accompanied by a variety of beautiful ballet class music and students encouraged to feel and move with the music to achieve artistry and a sense of performance.
Please note a ballet shoe will be required for these sessions.
Baby massage
Fridays from 12 - 12.50pm
10th January - 7th February
5 weeks, £40
with Chie Sibbring
Baby massage is a great way to express love, care and respect with your new baby. Communicating with your baby through touch has been shown to have many benefits to parent-child attachment, relationship as well as the baby's development. Baby massage develops a strong bond that is practiced with your baby and not 'to' your baby. It involves gentle stroke, soft touch and caress over your baby's skin.
Benefits to baby massage:
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Relaxes your baby
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Enhances bonding
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Aids growth and development
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Promotes communication
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Improve sleep patterns
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Offers relaxation for both baby and parent
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Aids wind,colic and constipation
Max number of attendees is 8.
Friday pilates
Fridays from 6.15 - 7.15pm
10th January - 14th February (no class 7th February)
5 weeks, £42.50
with Fiona McIntosh
This is an intermediate Pilates class for anyone who is not suffering from acute pain but has mild aches and pains and needs greater flexibility and strength. This is a thoughtful and challenging class. Perfect to set you up for your weekend.
bridge to drop in
This course is ideal for those who have attended a beginners course but who feel they are not quite ready to join a Mixed Level Drop In Yoga class. The sessions in this course will help you bridge the gap between finishing your Beginners course and starting a regular mixed level drop in practice with us.
Saturdays from 10.45 - 12pm
4th January - 15th February
7 weeks, £59.50
with Fiona McIntosh and Martina Elter
Wednesdays from 7.45 - 9pm
8th January - 12th February
6 weeks, £51
with Chie Sibbring
wellbeing despite chronic illness
Mondays from 12.15 - 1.30pm
13th January - 10th February
5 weeks, £50
with Martina Elter
Cancer challenges you and your family to the limit.
Cancer also often affects your self-image and self-esteem. Possible changes in physical appearance and depleted health can be frightening.
How can well-being succeed in this precarious time?
In terms of your own wellbeing and recovery it is important to try to take good care of yourself as much as possible. Yoga has a lot to offer for this and an increasing amount of research is confirming its huge benefits; especially for the mental and emotional wellbeing.
In its holistic practice, Yoga can support coping with the treatment and dealing with side effects like fatigue or lymphedema.
Equally, it supports managing the experience after the treatments, overcoming fears and finding life goals again. In this course we explore various tools you can use to cope with cancer so you can personalise the practice to your own needs.
back care
Tuesdays from 7.30 - 8.45pm
7th January - 11th February
6 weeks, £51
with Fiona McIntosh
A course designed with your back in mind. This course brings in elements of yoga, pilates, somatics, fascial unwinding and breathwork to create space and restore movement in the spine, strengthen your back and core muscles and give you overall greater flexibility.
advancing pilates
Wedesdays from 12.15 - 1.15pm
8th January - 12th February
6 weeks, £51
with Fiona McIntosh
This course is for regular practitioners of Pilates. This is a non-remedial class.
small group 1:4 sessions
Wedesdays from 9.30 - 10.30am
8th - 29th January
4 weeks, £60
with Jo Kitts
Santosha Studio dedicates Wednesday mornings to offering personal yoga tuition to small groups. Ideal for individuals who are returning to exercise after a long break, are in recovery from injury or surgery, working with chronic health conditions, or simply prefer the dynamic of a small group.
With four people per class you will receive plenty of personal attention, and be able to progress at your own pace.
Classes are one hour long and booked in blocks of 3 or 4 equal to £15 per class.
Kids Yoga
We have 2 sessions per week dedicated to our Kids Yoga practice.
Wednesdays starting 15th January for 5 weeks
with Rosemary Lewis
£25 for 5 weeks or £5.50 single session
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3.30 - 4.15pm (ages 4 - 7)
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4.30 - 5.15pm (ages 8 - 11)
Fridays starting 17th January for 5 weeks
with Martina Elter
£25 for 5 weeks or £5.50 single session
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3.45 - 4.30pm (ages 4 - 7)
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4.45 - 5.30pm (ages 8 - 11)
