About me

I went along to a few yoga classes in my late twenties, it was very gentle and the focus was less about the physical practice and more about the meditation and relaxation. At the time I was working in central London as a retail buyer, long hours and plenty of stress and pressure. I have to say I did love the relaxation and the permission to switch off but I knew I needed something more. I soon drifted away from the classes and then life got in the way of my yoga journey. It wasn’t until several years later, no longer working in retail, now a mum of three children that I that I headed back on to the mat ready to give it another go, this was a hatha yoga class, it was more physical than the previous one, plenty of poses, balances, deep stretches and the all-important relaxation this yoga class was for me. Thanks to an inspiring teacher who patiently guided and encouraged my progress, yoga had me hooked. I loved the way it made me feel, my body was stronger, I felt fitter and more supple but also calmer and clearer in my mind. It gave me the courage and self-belief to explore and learn more.

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In 2014 I began my yoga teacher training. There was so much to learn, and as I discovered the learning never ends. There are so many dimensions to yoga, this ancient discipline has modern interpretations with new techniques and practices constantly emerging. Over the past 10 years I have continued to learn and gain new qualifications that have enhanced my practice and given me new areas to explore. In 2022 I completed a mat Pilates training. I had been going to Pilates classes for several years, Pilates is a great compliment to yoga and vice-versa. They both require a keen body awareness, strengthening muscles, encouraging a greater range of mobility, while improving flexibility and balance. 

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Life off the mat...I love the obvious stuff like getting out in nature and going for walks, my dog is a keen companion in this particular pursuit and we are lucky to live close to some lovely parks and riverside paths. Recently I have begun painting again and have dug out my old watercolours from college and invested in a new paintbrush, reigniting my love and need of creativity.  We all need to find balance and make time for the things that fulfil us and give us joy. 

 

Yoga teaches us to lead a happy, healthy, loving, positive and fulfilled life, it is about balance and acceptance, enjoying and celebrating the good stuff and staying strong and resilient during life’s challenges. 

 

I feel endlessly grateful to able to share with others something I enjoy and love so much. 

Sam​​ x

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QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Registered Yoga Teacher RYT200 with Yoga Alliance International

• Yoga Teacher Training 300 hr program with Yoga Rhythm Ltd

• Yin Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation 70 hr program Level 1 & 2 with Sarah Lo

• Menopause Yoga™ 40 hr with Petra Coveney

• Children's Yoga with the Yoga Bananas® Technique.

• Teen Yoga CPD Course at Triyoga.

• Level 3 Mat Pilates with HFE

• Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology HFE 

• Level 2 Principles of Exercise Fitness & Health HFE

• Disclosure and Barring Service DBS Certificate

• Emergency First aid Course 

• Safeguarding Children Level 1

• ITEC Diploma in Indian Head Massage Level 3

• London School of Massage On-site Chair Massage