Barbara Sunchaser Yoga

23/01/2026

Slow Down Sunday – Yin Yoga & Deep Relaxation in Banbury is happening this week😍

19/01/2026

For a long time I couldn’t understand why I felt so tired, even during periods when I was sleeping the most (like 10h a day 👀).
It didn’t make sense on the surface.

I was doing the “right” things.
Earlier nights. More rest. Fewer plans.
And still, the tiredness stayed.

Looking back, sleep wasn’t the issue.
So much of my life at that time wasn’t really supporting or nourishing me.
What I actually needed was more movement, nature, and real connection.

During one of my yoga teacher trainings with , I learned about the 7 types of rest described by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith.
It gave language to something I had felt for years but couldn’t name.

Sleep is only one type of rest.
And sometimes it’s not the one you’re missing.

This framework helped me notice what kind of tired I was experiencing, instead of assuming I wasn’t coping well enough.
That felt quietly relieving.

(And just to say, if you’re chronically tired, it’s always worth speaking to your doctor. Sometimes tiredness is your body asking for extra care and support.)

This is also why I run Slow Down Sunday.
An evening that supports more than just physical rest.
Feel-good stretches. Stillness. Fewer demands. Space to land.

If you’re craving that kind of rest right now, you’re very welcome to join the next one.
No fixing. No effort. Just a chance to slow down.

Which type of rest stood out for you?

14/01/2026

You don’t come to my classes to be fixed.
And I’m not here to turn you into a better version of yourself.

I don’t believe your body is broken. I believe it’s doing its best with the life you’re living. Stress, pain, fatigue, stiffness, overwhelm. These aren’t personal failures. They’re signals. My job isn’t to override them. It’s to help you notice them without judgement.

That’s why I use invitational language. I offer options instead of commands. I encourage pauses. I treat rest as part of the practice, not something you earn once you’ve worked hard enough. I won’t promise transformation, because real change doesn’t come from being pushed. It comes from feeling safe enough to listen.

In my classes you’ll never be told to push through or copy a shape. You’ll be invited to explore what’s there today. Some days that means new challenging movement. Some days it means doing less. Both count.

Over time, people tell me something shifts. They stop fighting their bodies. They leave class calmer. They make kinder choices off the mat too. That matters to me more than flexibility ever could.

If you’re tired of feeling like you need fixing, you might feel at home here.

*join one of my evening yoga classes in Banbury town centre

05/01/2026

January yoga at London Yard studio in Banbury town centre https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18980892
These classes are for people who want to move, breathe, and feel more at home in their bodies without pressure or performance.
Schedule is in the image.
Feel free to message me if you’re unsure where to start.

17/12/2025

You won’t receive hands-on adjustments in my group yoga classes, and that choice is very intentional.

I teach yoga as an embodied, non-performative practice where learning comes from listening to your own sensations rather than being corrected from the outside. How you feel in your body matters more to me than how a pose looks.

On a personal level, I don’t enjoy being touched by most yoga teachers. When I need physical adjustments, I go to an osteopath.

Trauma-informed yoga is becoming more visible not because it is fashionable, but because more people are starting to question performative practices and power dynamics in movement spaces. Many of us carry stress, pain, injury, or sensitive nervous systems. Touch can feel supportive for some people and overwhelming for others, and you often cannot tell the difference just by looking.

Informed consent is also complicated in group classes. People who like to please or avoid standing out may agree to hands-on assists automatically, even when their body feels unsure (don't even let me start on touch without consent).

Yoga teachers are not physiotherapists, and we do not know students’ medical histories or have the same level of clinical training. Hands-on assists have caused real injuries, and acknowledging that is part of practicing responsibly.

That’s why my classes are hands-off and guided through verbal cues, options, and time to notice. You are always encouraged to explore, adapt, or rest, without needing to explain yourself. You stay in charge of your practice at all times. I might pass you some props if needed.

One-to-one sessions are different. They allow space for conversation, trust, and ongoing consent, rather than a quick question asked in a busy room.

I’m curious what was the weirdest hands-on adjustment you received in a yoga class?👇💭

08/10/2025

Finding it hard to move now that it’s dark in the evenings? You finish work, sit on the sofa, and the night disappears. How about swapping one evening for slow, stress-relieving yoga instead? (And no, you don't have to be flexible😉)
Join a small, welcoming class in Banbury or Hanwell Village — book your mat today.

28/08/2025

Working in yoga—or any solo wellbeing work—is a beautiful job, but it can also feel precarious…

I want to be honest about the boundaries I hold as a teacher and practitioner. Most of you are here for guidance, community, and connection—and I love that. I enjoy our chats in class, in DMs, and even outside sessions. But sometimes people cross the line, and it has an impact.

In the past, I used to offer 1–1 sessions from my home studio. I’m so glad I don’t do that anymore—because two clients crossed the boundary. That experience showed me how important it is to protect myself and keep my work environment safe.

Unwanted advances, sexualised jokes, or overly personal messages don’t belong here. They can make anyone working alone feel unsafe. That’s why I’m clear: inappropriate messages will lead to a block, and those people won’t be welcome in my classes or sessions.

This space is for people who want to engage respectfully and enjoy the content and community I share. If you’re not here for that, please unfollow — it helps keep this space safe and positive for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who keeps this space warm, respectful, and about the work we do. You make teaching and wellbeing work possible🤍🙏

18/08/2025

Thank you to everyone who has joined the past 15 yoga classes — time really does fly!

Yoga in Hanwell Village is a friendly evening class to help you ease tight shoulders, stiff hips, and achy backs. We do a mix of feel-good stretches and mobility exercises to release tension and lower stress. No experience needed — just come as you are and enjoy a good reset before bedtime.

Here are the next 5 dates:
🧘‍♀️ 20:00 Thursday, August 21
🧘‍♀️ 20:00 Thursday, August 28
🧘‍♀️ 20:00 Thursday, September 11
🧘‍♀️ 19:15 Wednesday, September 17
🧘‍♀️ 19:15 Wednesday, September 24

As you can see, from the 17th of September the class moves to Wednesday at 19:15. A few of you asked for an earlier start, so I hope this works well.

Who’s coming?

You can book here: https://www.barbarasunchaser.com/book-a-class

14/08/2025

Hi! I just added the new 20-minutes long practice on Youtube. Have a look next time when your hips are feeling stiff

This 20-minute yoga practice focuses on building long-term hip health through mobility work, joint rotations (CARs), and functional movement.Great if you hav...

14/08/2025

I first joined the gym because I had chronic back pain and felt weak.
But it wasn’t just my body – I was stressed, anxious, and having frequent migraines. I couldn’t enjoy much in life.

At that time, I was also quite lonely. I’d left my best friends in Poland and was struggling to connect with people in the UK.

Finding yoga changed everything.
It gave me a way to move that felt good, not punishing.
It helped me feel calmer, stronger, and more present.
And over time, it connected me with a community.

If you feel stuck with movement, start with something you enjoy – even if it’s 10 minutes.
Let enjoyment, not guilt, guide you.

💬 What kind of movement do you actually enjoy?

29/07/2025

Yoga in Hanwell – Thursdays 8pm

If you're around this summer and want to improve your wellbeing, you're very welcome to join my weekly yoga class at Hanwell Village Hall.

It’s a gentle, friendly space to:
• improve mobility
• keep your joints healthy
• build strength in a kind, sustainable way
• unwind after a busy day

No pressure, no experience needed—just come as you are.

Spaces are limited, so booking is essential.

Message me if you’d like to join or book here:
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