POSTNATAL YOGA
IN-PERSON CLASSES

ABOUT THESE CLASSES

Designed to bring you 'back together' after birth using yoga breathing, toning, strengthening, stretching and relaxing techniques. You needn't have done any yoga before, to benefit from these classes.

Classes are suitable for women following a satisfactory six or eight week postnatal check-up, and for babies up to crawling.  

Babies are incorporated into the class with songs, movement and lots of cuddles, but the main focus of the class is on YOU. 

Please don't worry if your baby fusses or cries throughout the session - that's the way it goes sometimes! Your baby may sleep peacefully all the way through the next class. Either way you will still have benefitted from the experience of being out in a supportive environment with other mummies and babies.

USEFUL INFORMATION

• All postnatal yoga students must fill out a health information questionnaire prior to joining the class. This information will be kept in strict confidence. It will help me to adjust your practice according to your needs.
• You can begin postnatal yoga anytime following a satisfactory six or eight week postnatal check-up, 10 weeks post c-section.
• Classes are kept small to ensure individual attention and adjustment.
• Please bring your baby in a sling if you can. Buggy space is limited at OruSpace.   At the Brockwell Lido you are welcome to bring your buggy straight into the studio.
• Once babies are mobile, you may wish to move into one of my regular yoga classes (and leave baby at home).
• I provide mats and yoga props (including blankets for relaxation) for all the classes. However, please feel free to bring your own if you prefer. 
• Blankets and pillows are provided for babies however you may wish to bring your own playmat and small toys for your baby.
• The class is time for you to feel nurtured and comforted. Always practice at your own pace, and be sure to come to a resting position at any time during the class should you feel you need to.  
• There is space to feed and change your baby in the class, but please take used nappies home with you.

In-Person Class Schedule 
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Mondays & Thursdays 11 am 12noon OruSpace, 20 22 Lordship Lane, SE22, book via the OruSpace website HERE

Tuesdays 1:45 - 2:45 pm Brockwell Lido, Brockwell Park, Dulwich Road, Herne Hill SE24 0PA, pre-booking only HERE


ONLINE CLASS PROTOCOL* 

You will also need to set-up a ZOOM account HERE, and download the ZOOM app if you are planning to use your phone or tablet/ipad.

The class link will be sent automatically with your booking confirmation.  You will also get a reminder five hours before the class containing the link. These emails will come from TeamUp, not from me.  The 'waiting room' will be open 10 minutes prior to the class start time. I'd suggest you sign in sooner rather than later to allow for any tech glitches, get settled, etc.  Make sure your volume is up, and camera on. You can mute your mic as needed and turn your camera on or off as you choose.  To protect your privacy these live sessions will not be recorded.

Wear normal comfortable clothes, sweatpants, pyjama bottoms, up to you!  You may need a yoga or exercise mat, yoga block (like this one HERE), a cushion (sofa cushion or small pillow) and a blanket. Feel free to do whatever you need with/for your baby during the class.

​Contact me if you have any further questions or need more information before booking.  
*online classes currently not running

LOCATIONS

OruSpace 20-22 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HN

Brockwell Lido, Brockwell Park, Dulwich Road, Herne Hill SE24 0PA (map and directions)

PREGNANCY YOGA

Classes designed to be taken throughout your pregnancy. 
Wednesdays 9:45 - 11 am
Saturdays 9 - 10:15 am, 10:30 - 11:45 am
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PRIVATE TUITION & GROUP CLASSES

I also offer private postnatal yoga tuition and for groups of mummies and babies, such as NCT groups or tea groups. Please contact me for more information.  
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NEW BABY MEET-UPS

New baby meet-ups are held every month or so to welcome new babies and give mums a chance to meet and chat at a local cafe with good food and plenty of room for buggies! 
Most mums will have attended my prenatal yoga classes but it is not a requirement - the events are open to all mums and babies. There is usually a baby specialist along, such as baby massage practitioner, homeopath or nutritionist, who can give information and answer questions informally. Watch this space for the next date.

ABOUT ME

I am the mother of three children all born in London, one at King's and two at home.  In addition to holding a Level 4 Diploma in teaching yoga from the British Wheel of Yoga (BWYQ), I have completed the British Wheel of Yoga Pregnancy Yoga Module with Judy Cameron, and am qualified to teach postnatal through the Birthlight Foundation under Francoise Barbira Freedman.