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I am passionate about the physical, emotional and mental benefits that regular movement brings. Come and move with me and see for yourself.

Wherever you are, whatever your history, adding Yoga, Pilates or both to your week will leave you feeling better. I have always loved to exercise from the simple joy of taking a walk and connecting with nature, but my particular passion lies in the power of connecting mind, body and breath which you will find in practicing Pilates and yoga. I am a level 3 qualified Mat Pilates instructor and Yoga Teacher and have also completed my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training. I am registered with the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity and am a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance. I love to share the joy that movement, breath work and meditation can bring. I have been teaching locally for a number of years and hope to do so for many more!

09/03/2026

I have a focus in today’s classes on building fire 🔥. Don’t worry, this doesn’t mean that you will literally burn (nor will the village hall I’m glad to say) it refers to Tapas. Tapas is a principle in yoga which stems from one of the ancient texts and literally means to burn. It refers to how steady discipline can transform us. It’s not about choosing movement (or any other part of life) as punishment, it’s about showing up consistently, sometimes sitting with a little discomfort, and yes, when you need it, actively choosing rest.

Talking of discipline, to ensure you can stay consistent with your practice, I’m opening bookings for a further 3 weeks up to the Easter weekend. For the avoidance of doubt you can therefore book for

- Tonight (limited spaces remaining for yoga, good availability for Pilates)
- Monday 16, 23 and 30 March.

If you have any questions, to enquire about availability and book, please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

02/03/2026

As usual I’m popping in to your Facebook feed to let you let you know that there is space in both classes tonight and for next week. Pilates is at 6.30pm and Yoga at 7.45pm.

I realise that many people will be feeling anxious in light of world events, so just a reminder that your Pilates or Yoga mat is a place where you can come to feel grounded. If you’re unable to make tonight’s class, you’ll feel better if you make sure to include some sort of movement in your day (even a short walk will help). You can then try the following short meditation exercise.

Come and sit or lie in a place where you won’t be disturbed, where you’re comfortable and balanced. If it feels good, close your eyes, otherwise simply cast your gaze softly down. Allow your breath to find its own rhythm and rest like this for a minute or so.

Once you feel really settled start to notice the weight of your body pressing into the ground (or chair) and notice the sensation of the ground pressing back. As you do so, notice if and where you’re holding tension and see if you can release the tension a little as you breathe out softly. Then notice the sensations again. Continue like this for as long as feels good.

When you’re ready, take a few moments to focus only on your breath again. Notice how you feel. Then move slowly out of the position you’ve adopted and go back about your day.

The good thing about this practice is you can do it almost anywhere (not if you’re driving or operating machinery of course!) I really hope this helps you feel calm.

If you have any questions would like to book in, please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com. I hope to see you later.
Warmest wishes
Barbara

23/02/2026

Wow the last week of February has arrived and with it a little more warmth and (we can only hope) a little less rain.

Classes are busy this week. I currently have a couple of spaces available in Pilates, Yoga is fully booked. However I do have capacity in both classes next Monday, 2 March and 9 March. Please do get in touch at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com if you’d like to book in for Pilates tonight or for either class for the following weeks.

If you are unable to attend tonight why not take five minutes to bring some calm with the following practice?

Mindfulness breath practice
Take 5 minutes where you won’t be disturbed. Find a place where you can be fully supported with your spine lengthened but comfortable. You may want to sit cross legged on the floor, in a chair or even lay down. Close your eyes if that feels good, or allow your gaze to soften, and bring your focus to your breath. Once your breath has found its rhythm simply notice the inhale and exhale silently telling yourself “breathing in” and “breathing out”. Continue this for 5 minutes (or longer if you have time).

When you are ready check in to ask yourself how you feel (and notice any changes) and then taking your time to come out of your posture go about the rest of your evening.

Best wishes
Barbara

16/02/2026

This week lies right in the heart of the Winter Olympics which made me think about what can we learn from Olympians. There are actually so many lessons we can learn but here are a couple.

They train on days when they feel like it AND on days when they don’t. We know that consistency is one of the key aspects to moving and feeling better (and also to so many other things in life). Those bad days when you still show up even when you just feel like diving under the duvet really matter.

They have a goal and they keep it front of mind. Whether it’s improved mobility, flexibility, strength, social contact, mindfulness or something else it’s good to remind yourself of that and act on it.

If you have been putting off starting Pilates or Yoga, I’m hoping this gives you the motivation you need.

I still have some availability in both Pilates and Yoga tonight (very limited for yoga) and am taking bookings to 9 March so do get in touch by emailing me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com to enquire about availability and to book. (Please note that I’m fully booked for Yoga next week, 23 February.)

09/02/2026

Happy Monday everyone!

Yes I know the weather is gloomy. Yes I know it’s far more tempting to go home and run a warm bath (or cozy up on a warm sofa) than to walk or drive out in the rain to your Pilates or Yoga class. However every time you get on your mat it makes you feel better and it’s not just a physical lift but a mental and emotional one that you get from this type of movement. Plus the bath/sofa/other comforting experience will still be there after class.

I still have space in Pilates and limited space in Yoga for tonight so if you haven’t already booked please get in touch to secure your space. Don’t forget I’m also taking bookings until 9 March so please email me for details of availability and to book. You can reach me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

Wishing you all a little internal sunshine ☀️ 🧘🏻‍♀️
Barbara

02/02/2026

Although we’re a month into the year the good news is it’s never to later too late to build new healthy habits.

I’m really looking forward to tonight’s classes. I’ve enjoyed planning them and I think we will enjoy doing them even more! The two classes will have quite different emphases, but in both we will work hard and reap the benefits that come from that work. We will also have time to relax and have fun along the way.

If you are interested in starting your Monday night Pilates or Yoga practice do get in touch by emailing me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com to enquire about availability and book. There is good availability for Pilates tonight; Yoga has very limited space remaining. I am now also taking bookings for the next five weeks from 9 February to 9 March inclusive.

If you have any questions please let me know.

26/01/2026

So we’re here at the last Monday of January. Why does it always feel like the longest month? Instead of feeling we want to hibernate maybe we can use this time of colder days and longer nights for a little self care and reflection?

I have limited spaces in both classes tonight. Next week I have two spaces for yoga remaining but good availability for Pilates. Please get in touch to with me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com if you’d like to book any of these spaces or if you have any queries regarding my classes or how to book.

Barbara

19/01/2026

You may have woken up to read that today is “Blue Monday”, apparently the most depressing day of the year! If your mood or energy is a little low I have a remedy.

Regardless of whether Blue Monday is science or pseudoscience this point in January can definitely feel tough. This makes it the perfect time to reflect on how powerful our practice is. Yoga and Pilates help us slow down, breathe, move, and reconnect with our bodies, with ourselves and with each other. Even on low-energy days, showing up on the mat can lift your mood and restore a sense of balance.

At the time of writing I still have room in Pilates tonight and for the next two weeks. For Yoga I have one space remaining each week. To book, or for any questions please get in touch at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

I look forward to hearing from you.
Best wishes
Barbara

12/01/2026

Did last week feel like a long one? Well hopefully with the weather warmer this week everything will feel a little easier including adding some much needed movement to your day. Even small things like choosing to take the stairs rather than the lift at work, or going for a short lunchtime walk all matter.

My Watermead Yoga is now fully booked for this week and next, but I do have one space on 26 January and 2 February so do let me know if you are interested in booking the space or if you would like to be added to the waiting list. There is still space for Pilates for all 4 weeks to 2 February but this is filling up fast so book soon to secure your space.

If you’ve booked for either or both I look forward to seeing you later. If you’d like to book or have any questions please do get in touch at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com.

05/01/2026

Happy New Year everybody.

With the festive season done and dusted and the weather taking a turn for the worse it really does feel that we have fallen headfirst into the “business” part of the year doesn’t it? Well luckily movement really is medicine (for both body and mind) so adding this into your life (or continuing with it) really will help beat away the January blues. It’s so important to take a little time for ourselves and starting the week with Pilates and/or Yoga provide the perfect antidote to any temptation to simply slump in front of the TV at the end of the day.

Classes take place at the Watermead Village Hall on Monday nights, Pilates at 6.30pm, Yoga at 7.45pm. I am currently taking bookings for the five weeks from today until 2 February inclusive, please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com to book or if you have any questions.

I look forward to hearing from you.
Best wishes
Barbara

29/12/2025

Bookings are now open for Pilates at 6.30 pm and Yoga at 7.45 pm at the Watermead Village Hall starting from 5 January 2026. I am currently taking bookings for classes up to 2 February inclusive. You can book week by week or for all classes. However spaces are limited, so please book early to secure your place.

This is the time of year where you will be inundated with emails promising “New Year New You”. This can just make you feel stressed or that you aren’t good enough or that you have to reinvent yourself. This is an unhelpful added pressure in an already stressful world.

Instead I’d urge you to simply show up exactly as you are. A consistent and regular Pilates or Yoga practice will help improve your strength, mobility, flexibility and balance and bring a multitude of mental health benefits too. Plus we have an amazing community of lovely people.

My classes are all mixed ability so whether you have a lifetime of practice or are brand new to this form of movement you are always welcome.

If you have any questions, whether it’s about the classes or how to book please send me an email at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

01/12/2025

There are now just two weeks of my Monday evening Watermead Pilates and Yoga classes left this year. Whether you’re already booked in or thinking about joining us (or returning), you’re always very welcome. At the time of writing there is still space in all 4 classes.

Classes will then restart at the start of January. Details coming soon.

For any questions or if you would like to book please email me at barbarasyogaandpilates@gmail.com

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