Classes
I teach regular classes in both Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. All evening and weekend classes are also on Zoom
Go to ClassesI found Ashtanga Yoga whilst travelling in India in 1999, little did I know then how it would transform my life. Since then the physical and mental benefits of daily practice have rewarded me, not only with strength, flexibility and focus, but, I hope, a more conscious way of interacting with other people and the world around me.
I didn’t decide to teach yoga, but it came to me, from being an assistant to my teacher, I was gradually being asked to teach more and more classes. In 2003 I decided to dedicate myself to teaching full time. Over the years that I have been sharing this practice and the philosophy, I have seen many others also gain enormously from it. I want to continue to share these benefits with as many people as possible whether they be dedicated practitioners who want to study in the traditional Mysore method or those who feel that a little bit of yoga will help them in life. I treat everybody that walks in through the door as an individual so find ways of making this practice, although still challenging, accessible to all.
Upcoming Retreats & Workshops
Yoga Italia Autumn 2025 - FULLY BOOKED
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Extend the summer sunshine as we move into autumn with a week of Ashtanga yoga in the beautiful YogApulia retreat centre.. YogApulia is a boutique retreat centre exclusively for yoga and meditation practice, set up and run by dedicated Ashtanga yoga practitioners Mark & Nicola. Their intention is to create an intimate space in tune with the natural rhythm of nature where guests can escape from the demands of the modern world to deepen their practice in the beautiful, peaceful setting of the Valle d’Itria in Apulia, Southern Italy.
Find out moreoct 11 – oct 17 2025
YogApulia, Puglia, Italy
YogApulia is near to the town of Cisternino.
Flights there are to Brindisi or to Bari
From the airport you can get a train to Ostuni and a taxi to the centre or a taxi direct from the airport (we can help you organise taxis)
Ashtanga and the inward journey: A workshop for winter
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Winter is a natural time for introspection, stillness and deeper connection with self - perfectly aligned with the inner workings of Ashtanga.
As the world quietens and nature draws inwards, so too can we. We need this time of year to slow down, to restore our energy, to rest, in order to balance the outwardly focused energy and productivity of the warmer months. So how can we balance this need with a yoga practice that, on the outside, is strong and dynamic, that follows strict rules and requires a lot of energy? How can we sustain our practice throughout the winter months without exhausting ourselves? Without becoming depleted, disillusioned and uninspired?
Join me for a grounding Ashtanga workshop designed to support your transition into winter - a season of slowing down, stillness, reflection and inner nourishment.
Find out morenov 23 – nov 23 2025
Yoga Sangha, Cheadle, Manchester
Christmas Eve Self Practice
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Celebrate mid winter and the darkest time of the year by coming together to practise, a little escape from all the busyness, some moments of stillness and connection.
Christmas Eve, Wednesday 24th December 8 - 10 am
Find out moredec 24 – dec 24 2025
Calderdale Yoga Centre, Hebden Bridge
Finding The Centre
1st floor
38 hangingroyd lane
hebden bridge
hx7 7dd
Pay at meter parking is available on Hangingroyd Lane and there are two car parks within close walking distance of the centre. Please observe parking restrictions on Hanginroyd Lane which are 8am - 8pm 7 days a week. We are a 10- 15 minutes walk from Hebden Bridge train station.
We are situated on Hangingroyd Lane behind the Star garage and above the tattoo studio.
Emergence - Purple Valley Yoga, Tenerife
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Escape the British winter for a week of Ashtanga yoga and sunshine at the amazing Purple Valley Yoga in Tenerife.
Find out morefeb 7 – feb 14 2026
Purple Valley Yoga, Tenerife
Re-Wild Yourself - A Women's Ashtanga and Journaling Weekend
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Inside every woman is a wild self who is the vital spark of our embodied wisdom, creativity, intuition & connection to nature. All too often, however, rigid social structures mean we’re acculturated to put aside our wild selves in order be the ‘perfect’ mother, partner, worker etc. So, it’s no wonder many of us feel tired, burnt out, angry, numb, stuck or all of these at once.
This retreat in the heart of the West Yorkshire moors – famous for inspiring the wildness of the Brontë sisters – will be a chance to press pause on the busyness of life and re-wild yourself through the complimentary practices of yoga and journaling led by experienced facilitators and friends Donna Southwell and Dr Rachel Newsome.
mar 20 – mar 22 2026
Lumb Bank, Hebden Bridge
Please do not use Lumb Bank in your satnav as it sends you the wrong way.
Use HX7 7EU (Smithwell Lane, Heptonstall)
Please park on Smithwell Lane and walk down the track to Lumb Bank. There is no parking on site but we will have a car to transport your luggange down to the house
Yoga Italia Summer 2026 - SOLD OUT
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Enjoy a week of early summer sunshine and Ashtanga yoga in the beautiful YogApulia retreat centre.. YogApulia is a boutique retreat centre exclusively for yoga and meditation practice, set up and run by dedicated Ashtanga yoga practitioners Mark & Nicola. This is a beautiful peaceful space in tune with the natural rhythm of nature where guests can escape from the demands of the modern world to deepen their practice in the beautiful, peaceful setting of the Valle d’Itria in Apulia, Southern Italy.
Find out moremay 9 – oct 15 2026
YogApulia, Puglia, Italy
