Shantiyoma

Thai Yoga Massage and Yoga classes based in Solihull with Richard Smith Welcome to Shantiyoma, firstly what does the name mean? What is Thai Yoga Massage (TYM)?

The name comes from a combination of three key things: Shanti (meaning peace, rest, calmness, tranquility, or bliss), yo (short for yoga) and ma (short for massage). These three things are all brought together in one of my key offerings - Thai Yoga Massage. I also additionally offer yoga lessons in the Ashtanga Vinsaya Yoga tradition, which again can help bring greater peace into your life. TYM is

often referred to as ‘lazy yoga’ because you lie down on a futon (fully clothed), whilst the practitioner takes you through a series of movements and the application of rhythmic compression to energy lines and points, in synergy with deep stretching movements and gentle rocking. Simply put, the main focus of TYM is helping to regain ‘balance’ in the flow of energy in the body. The calming and healing effects of TYM on the ‘subtle’ body have a positive effect on the physical body: it both relieves excess energy and energizes, it is used to maintain wellbeing. The receiver comes out feeling more open, stretched, refreshed and ‘in balance’.

It is a fantastic massage to complement your yoga practice. What is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga? Ashtanga Yoga is one of the more popular styles of yoga and has been my personal practice for over 10 years now. This style of yoga involves doing a sequence of poses, in a continuous, flowing, fast-paced manner. Ashtanga Yoga practitioners, or Ashtangis, move swiftly from one pose to another, timed with every inhale and exhale.

Having been a yoga teacher for 10 years (trained with the British Wheel of Yoga), I can work with students to help them master the sequence, either in a class, on a one to one basis, or in a small group of friends in a private lesson.

20/06/2025

Book in for our next meditation and sound evening on Monday 7th July at the barn 8-9.30 pm or a men’s evening on the 17th July same times. The last one was amazing. Drop me a line with any questions or just book in via my website and the class booking link and then choose events.

01/04/2025

On Wednesday 16th April I am running a free mindfulness and relaxation evening 8pm-9.30pm at the barn. If you would like to come then drop me a line for the booking link.

28/12/2024

You can book here and if you would like a free trial just let me know https://www.momoyoga.com/shantiyoma/lesson/16173369/ashtanga-vinyasa-yoga-led-class-face-to-face

20/12/2024

That’s a wrap for 2024. Ashtanga Yoga classes start back on 3rd January at the barn in Earlswood. Have a great Christmas.

05/12/2024

Get someone to buy you a massage for Christmas or make someone’s day :)

02/11/2024

Drop me a line for a free trial yoga class at the barn. Classes on Sunday and Friday mornings.

02/10/2024

Bounce into Autumn. Ashtanga Yoga classes resume on Sunday 6th October. Come for a free trial if you haven’t yet been to a class (or bring a friend) just drop me a line.

11/08/2024

Ashtanga Yoga classes continuing through the summer. Drop me a line for a free trial 🙂.

16/02/2024

Massage ready

01/01/2024

Come and find some peace, strength and flexibility - classes start back Sunday 7th January - drop me a line for a free trial

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Earlswood

Website

https://www.shantiyoma.co.uk/

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Welcome

Welcome to Shantiyoma, firstly what does the name mean? The name come from a combination of three key things: Shanti (meaning peace, rest, calmness, tranquility, or bliss), yo (short for yoga) and ma (short for massage). These three things are all brought together in one of my key offerings - Thai Yoga Massage. I also additionally offer private yoga lessons in the Ashtanga Vinsaya Yoga tradition, which again can help bring greater peace into your life.

What is Thai Yoga Massage (TYM)?

TYM is often referred to as ‘lazy yoga’ because you lie down on a futon (fully clothed), whilst the practitioner takes you through a series of movements and the application of rhythmic compression to energy lines and points, in synergy with deep stretching movements and gentle rocking. Simply put, the main focus of TYM is helping to regain ‘balance’ in the flow of energy in the body. It works on both the superficial and deeper layers of muscles, ligaments, joints and connective tissue. The calming and healing effects of TYM on the ‘subtle’ body have a positive effect on the physical body: it both relieves excess energy and energizes, it is used to maintain wellbeing. The receiver (and the giver also!) come out feeling more open, stretched, refreshed and ‘in balance’. The continuity in the flow of movements, passing through many asana-like sequences (yoga postures) is very similar to Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga (see below).

What is Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga?