Taigh Dubh Yoga

21/01/2026

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13/01/2026

Don't let those new year resolutions slip away!

When we practise yoga, we set or recall our resolutions, or as we call them, 'sankalpas', before the start of every session. Sankalpas are our own personal and positive intentions which we empower by focusing on them regularly, particularly when we are being mindful. By doing this we are more likely to bring these intentions to fruition. They aren't about money or power, but rather about helping us to bring about our better selves and a better world. Improvements all round start from within!

If you would like to take part in one of our weekly practices and be amongst some really amazing people, or you are just curious to see what is available to help you with your resolutions, please contact me.
No yoga or meditation experience needed. Just an open mind!

04/01/2026

My teacher, Zen Master Daizan.

There's nothing more I can add to this other than to say I'm pleased we yogis in the Highlands haven't, to my knowledge, been impacted (yet) by what he describes. That's the beauty of being 'behind the times' up here when it comes to trends and fashion. But we inevitably catchup, so let's try to keep it real!

Enjoy his 7 minutes of words and wisdom.

Zen Master and yoga teacher Julian Daizan Skinner talks honestly about his view on what might be called the "crisis" in modern yoga.Daizan has created and be...

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!

Thanks so much to all of the yogis that attend my classes and enable me to earn a living out of doing something I love so much. But most importantly, thanks for allowing me to spend time with each and every one of you every week. You all mean so much to me and are a massive part of my life. Thank you for being a part of it and for being there.

Those of you who know me well will know I am not the sort to post proverbs or insightful sayings. But today, allow me just this once to stray from my normal and impart some advice, ad lib.

With the new year comes the resolutions, the affirmations, the new 'attitude' to life, the hobbies, books to read, places to travel, the catch-ups with long lost friends and relatives, the new groups to join and old ones to quit, diets, exercise regimes, etc, etc! The end of the year brings about in us a desire to rest, recover, and take that next year a bit 'easier', but we often set ourselves up to crash because we implement too many changes too quickly.

2026 isn't a 'clean slate' to be filled with new duties and demands. And it certainly isn't going to magic away all the stuff in our lives we would like to clear out to make way for new and more exciting or interesting things. We all know, life is what we make it, but sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees because we don't know how to step back from the busy. Modern life has demanded we always be busy and it's a habit hard to break. We can get lost longing for a future we aren't sure how to create, fretting about the unknown, and feeling regretful about the past. As the Buddha said, 'We can be peaceful, happy and free in this moment'. What the Buddha was describing is 'mindfulness'; being present and aware.

Through the practices of yoga and meditation the ability to be mindful starts to become natural and a part of everyday life. Anxiety lessens and a feeling of contentment can become the new normal. What the body needs in the form of movement, nourishment, and general care becomes innate knowledge. I like to believe many of my yogis and mindfulness & meditation practitioners have found this to be true. I hope that others who haven't yet discovered that inner peace, which allows us to flourish and enjoy life in the present, may add to their 2026 list of plans and aspirations an activity which will help them become more mindful.

Have a wonderful 2026 and enjoy every moment, for you are only truly alive in the present.

15/12/2025

Hi everyone!
A very rare Monday morning space has become available at my Kinerras studio for 2026.

If you are interested in trying the class, or any of the other classes, please contact me by DM or WhatsApp 07773 098658.

My Yang yoga classes are suitable for anyone who is ready to stretch, breathe, and strengthen their body. If you have never tried yoga before, that is fine! Let me show you something new and beneficial to incorporate into your life. If you are a super-experienced yogi, that is great! You can teach me new things - I love to learn!

My chair yoga class is currently full, but I can put your name on the waiting list.

I plan to run my Meditation & Yin class twice monthly. At this class you will experience a guided meditation and an hour of Yin yoga. For those unfamiliar with Yin, it is all about the stretch, the breath, restoring the mind and body, and relaxing. There's nothing strenuous, nothing complicated. Just you, on the mat, letting your body move deeply into poses that release the fascia, open up the joints, and detox the muscles. A perfect way to let the stresses of life out of your system.

My classes are very open, friendly, diverse, and I offer something accessible to most desires and abilities.

Have a fantastic Christmas and New Year.

12/12/2025

My final Zen Meditation and Yin Yoga session of 2025 is this Wednesday, 17 December. Gift yourself 90 minutes to check out of the busy Christmas schedule so you can relax, reset, and rejuvenate. It is exactly what so many of us need in the run up to the festive season.
No meditation or Yin yoga experience required.
Please DM me if you are interested in attending.

Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year! 🥰🥰🥰

03/12/2025

My final monthly Zen meditation and Yin yoga session of 2025 will be held on Wednesday 17 December. This is a fantastic session to chill you out and get you in the right frame of mind for the festive season. No meditation or yoga experience is necessary. Just a desire (need!) to find some calm and time to restore your body and mind.

25/11/2025

THE SPACE HAS BEEN FILLED

A single space has become available at this Saturday's workshop. If you are interested, I am offering the day for £30 - a bargain!
Please DM me if you are interested.
At this workshop, will be doing a bit of gentle yoga, candle gazing, meditation, yoga Nidra (sleep yoga), and exploring through our bodies and conversations how to deal with difficult people. And of course, there is a yummy vegan lunch as well!
This workshop does not require any great yoga skills or fitness level. Just an open mind and a willingness to totally chill out for the day. So far, there is a great range of ages and abilities attending, which is wonderful!
If you are interested but are concerned you will have to do handstands or meditate on a mantra for 2 hours, I promise you won’t (but you can if you want to)! There will be lots of relaxing, releasing, and most importantly, lots of laughter - three perfect preparations for the lead up to crazy Christmas time!

25/11/2025

I have a couple of spaces at Meditation & Yin session tomorrow night, 26.11.25.
Please DM me if you are interested. Details below! 🥰

23/11/2025

Another great reason to practise!

Rolling out a yoga mat and flowing with your breath could be one of the best exercises for improving sleep in the long run.

22/11/2025

This is what I love so much about yoga! Everybody is different.
Everybody gets something different from their practice.
And for me as a teacher, I get to work with some of the most interesting and amazing people.
Thank you, yogis, for letting me be a part of your life every week. X

17/11/2025

This offer is available to be purchased up until 24th December 2025, and can be used any time, for 6 consecutive weeks, until the end of 2026. It is available to anyone who has never attended my yoga classes before. I hope to meet some new yogis soon!
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