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vinyasa and yin yoga classes in Stroud, Gloucestershire

classes

whether you’re looking to build strength and flexibility, slow down and settle, or take your first steps into yoga, there’s a class for you. my classes are rooted in traditional yoga and create space to move, breathe, find presence and leave feeling a little calmer than when you arrived.

Each class has one reduced-rate space available for anyone who may need it - no questions asked. Yoga should be accessible to everyone, and cost shouldn’t stand in the way of practising.

Two women practicing yoga in a studio with wooden flooring, standing on yoga mats, doing a side stretch pose with arms raised and one leg bent.

strong flow

a dynamic Vinyasa practice that weaves together breath, flowing movement and awareness, building strength and flexibility along the way. We’ll build momentum and heat through the practice, with yogic breathwork and meditation woven throughout before settling into stillness. suitable for all levels, with options and adaptations offered throughout.

When: Every Thursday | 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Where: Great Oldbury Community Centre, Stonehouse

gentle flow

a slower practice to move gently and intentionally, build flexibility and create space to calm the nervous system through movement, breath, meditation and stillness. this is a perfect class for beginners, as well as those with an existing practice, with a slower pace and space to settle into the body and step away from the busyness of the day.

When: Every Tuesday | 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Where: Great Oldbury Community Centre, Stonehouse

Classes start from Tuesday 15th September.

yoga for beginner’s

a six-week introduction to Vinyasa yoga, designed for anyone starting their practice or wanting to build confidence in the foundations. we’ll begin with simple postures, movement, breath and meditation, gradually building strength, flexibility and flowing sequences as the course progresses. alongside the physical practice, we’ll explore some of the wider philosophy of yoga, giving you the confidence and foundations to continue practising beyond the six weeks.

When: starting October, date tbc.

Where: Eastington

  • Chloe x

    "Lydia is the perfect instructor for beginners as well as more advanced students. Her guidance, practical demonstrations, and equipment recommendations mean that even those new to yoga can find ways to access and develop their poses. She also has a wonderfully discreet way of supporting students in the room: whenever a pose feels uncomfortable, she offers gentle adjustments or suggestions so you can move into the pose with ease and confidence. Lydia has a natural cadence to her voice that helps her students find peace and calm through breathwork and movement. I always come away with a sense of peace, which is something I often find difficult to achieve on my own."

  • Zoe x

    "The Yin and Vinyasa classes Lydia runs have been such a pleasure to attend! She is a wonderful teacher - her kind and welcoming nature creates a calming and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable. Over the weeks, I’ve noticed greater flexibility and more strength in my weak spots. The two classes are the perfect blend of relaxation and growth. I always leave feeling refreshed and grounded, and I’d recommend Lydia’s classes to anyone looking to improve their practice and overall wellbeing. They’ve truly become one of the best parts of my week."

  • Joe x

    "Lydia’s calming voice, clear instruction and infectious personality has made me fall in love with yoga. She’s been super at helping me get to grips with the basics, as well as pushing myself further in each class. Both Yin and Vinyasa have been really enjoyable and I look forward to each and every class."

  • Helen x

    "Lydia is a very knowledgeable and supportive yoga teacher, and her classes have a lovely relaxed tone which means I feel completely at ease as a yoga newbie. She always gives options for each movement which makes it really accessible for all abilities. With Lydia’s excellent teaching and guidance I look forward to seeing where my yoga journey will take me!"

  • Elliot x

    "I have attended several of Lydia’s yoga classes, she taught both yin and vinyasa. Her presence was calming and warm, she made me feel at ease. Lydia catered to a range of ability levels, there was a low floor and a high ceiling in terms of difficulty. I am an ex-gymnast and I am quite flexible. Her classes challenged me, despite the fact that I have a good range of motion. She consistently gave instructions which made yoga poses both easier and more difficult. Lydia provided helpful cues to ensure that we were all getting the most out of different poses and movements. I particularly liked how she got us to focus on our breathing and identify areas of tension to relax us."