Yoga Flow with Karen

Yoga Flow with Karen Hatha Yoga classes following Patanjalis 8 Limbs. Breath, postures, flowing sequences, meditation and deep rest. Private tuition, workshops, corporate .

Interest in Functional Yoga Movement, Yoga Therapy and Yoga Nidra - The Art of Transformational Sleep I have been practising yoga for almost 20 years and teaching Hatha Yoga now for 16 years , I'm a Yoga Registered Teacher (YRT -200hrs) with the Independent Yoga Network and am qualified with The British School of Yoga. I also hold a British Wheel of Yoga Foundation Course Certificate and am fully

insured. My background is in Occupational Therapy where I specialised in Mental Health, however I left the NHS after fighting lymphatic cancer in my 20's twice, to re-train as a yoga teacher. Yoga supported me so much through this challenging illness, which was the single most humbling thing that has ever happened to me . I wanted to make Yoga a permanent part of my life and inspire others to do so. I have experience of supervising student -teachers, and in recent years, have been a contact teacher for The Yoga Alliance. Since teaching, three of my past students have become qualified yoga teachers themselves with classes of their own. In addition to community classes , I have taught in corporate offices - Barr Soft Drinks , I've also been involved in Community based Summer projects for children providing weekly classes ( Westhoughton council) . Past clients- Bolton school ( children's yoga to leavers Year 6s) and Croft House Childrens Nursery. I'm currently teaching staff at Gaskell Primary school Bolton. I have experience of teaching yoga to those with disabilities and currently teach clients with cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease and MS in my mainstream classes. I am also a qualified Nutritional Adviser, Reiki Master Practitioner and a busy Mum of two young girls. Flowing Hatha Yoga Classes for all, beginners especially welcome. Classes interweave the 8 limbs of Yoga and include postures with easy, flowing sequences (vinyasas), breathing practise, relaxation and meditation. Please bring your own yoga mat and blanket for the relaxation at the end of class, and wear comfortable unrestrictive clothing. I have some mats I can also lend out, and all equipment. Welcoming, fun and relaxing classes taught by one of the most experienced teachers in the area. You do not have to be bendy to begin, just start from where you are, all poses can be modified to suit. I teach from a place of "Ahimsa" (non-harm, safety), there are no judgements, expectations or competition in yoga. All postures and modifications are taught safely with a sensible approach where we move mindfully with emphasis on "feeling" with awareness. From Mid September
£53 for 6 week block bookings, try a single ( one off) class for £8.50 before booking the block. Pay as you go £10 per class. Class duration approx 1 hour and 15 minutes ( includes settling/ leaving time).

�Block price is a flexible system - includes offer of making back classes you have booked and paid for if you need to miss�

Classes are offered to those 16 years and older.


�Bookings &Payments
Prepayment to secure your space. On the 6 week blocks , there is opportunity for you to make up 2 missed classes per block at another venue, subject to availability and policy. No further transfers or refunds. Please refer to "Missed Class Policy" for terms of this offer.

�1:1 tuition - £45.00 an hour inc. initial consultation and ongoing support. I have experience of providing yoga tuition to help a number of conditions. I have also worked with sports men /women to aid their performance and recovery, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Hub Westhoughton
24/07/2025

Hub Westhoughton

Beautiful new moon class today, I'm glad you all enjoyed it ! 😄Thankyou to all who attended and your super feedback.

Community classes are now closed for Summer holidays until September 10th. I'm teaching privately and small groups over Summer so please reach out if you're interested.
I'm also preparing for my finalists interview for Sheinspires 2025 Awards ⭐ watch this space !

What a gorgeous unexpected gift I have received off one of my lovely clients today along with a brilliant handmade card. Very grateful 🥰
Thankyou to all my wonderful Yogi family! Your support and energy is what keeps our fantastic classes going , I love practicing with you all.

Have a well earned rest and see you back on the mat in September 🙏

Please message me if you're interested in joining our wonderful welcoming classes ( all suitable for beginners).
Westhoughton Hub - Wednesdays - 12.30pm
Rivington One studio Horwich - Thursdays 10.30am
Pay as you go or 6 week block bookings available.

➡️ Fully qualified and insured
➡️ Ocupational therapy NHS background
➡️ 9 years experience
➡️ 5 star reviews
➡️ Sheinspires 2025 Finalist ( Health, Fitness and Wellbeing)
➡️ Community classes , Corporate, Bespoke Private tuition, small group teaching available.

Beautiful new moon class today, I'm glad you all enjoyed it ! 😄Thankyou to all who attended and your super feedback. Com...
24/07/2025

Beautiful new moon class today, I'm glad you all enjoyed it ! 😄Thankyou to all who attended and your super feedback.

Community classes are now closed for Summer holidays until September 10th. I'm teaching privately and small groups over Summer so please reach out if you're interested.
I'm also preparing for my finalists interview for Sheinspires 2025 Awards ⭐ watch this space !

What a gorgeous unexpected gift I have received off one of my lovely clients today along with a brilliant handmade card. Very grateful 🥰
Thankyou to all my wonderful Yogi family! Your support and energy is what keeps our fantastic classes going , I love practicing with you all.

Have a well earned rest and see you back on the mat in September 🙏

Please message me if you're interested in joining our wonderful welcoming classes ( all suitable for beginners).
Westhoughton Hub - Wednesdays - 12.30pm
Rivington One studio Horwich - Thursdays 10.30am
Pay as you go or 6 week block bookings available.

➡️ Fully qualified and insured
➡️ Ocupational therapy NHS background
➡️ 9 years experience
➡️ 5 star reviews
➡️ Sheinspires 2025 Finalist ( Health, Fitness and Wellbeing)
➡️ Community classes , Corporate, Bespoke Private tuition, small group teaching available.

In classes this week we are tempering the fire 🔥 Pitta pacifying classes are the order of the day in this heat. If your...
30/06/2025

In classes this week we are tempering the fire 🔥 Pitta pacifying classes are the order of the day in this heat. If your constitution/ dosha is Pitta ( like me ) you'll love these classes to cool and calm your energy. Message me if you're interested in coming along .Your health and wellbeing will thank you for it 🙏

Hub Westhoughton
16/06/2025

Hub Westhoughton

Thinking about starting up your yoga routine, but interested in attending private yoga classes? Here are the nine benefits of taking private yoga classes!

One to one and small groups are a perfect way to get that personalized bespoke teaching that I can't always do fully in ...
16/06/2025

One to one and small groups are a perfect way to get that personalized bespoke teaching that I can't always do fully in class .

My clients will tell you that in class it can be rather funny as I go from person to person watching and advising them personally , whilst they are still hanging in a down dog or have done 20 planks 😂 They sense my mild despair as I don't get the time in a class to do this as fully as I can see they individually need.

I get to know my clients so well because they often stay with me for a very long time.
When I'm teaching a class , I see how they individually move and breathe , and how their bodies are so unique and can over compensate for a lack of mobility or support somewhere. I can observe where they habitually hold tension , where their strength and flexibility is and how they could access it more.

I can see how my clients could personally make yoga work much more for them....

In a class setting, I have to cue people generally as a group, but rely on my quality of teaching to facilitate their self awareness so they can tap into their own guidance and adjust things where needed
After all , they are in their own bodies with their own unique orthopedic profile , their own feelings, needs , motivations.

Coming to see me individually is the perfect way to help you develop this mind -body connection much quicker than in a class setting especially if you're a newcomer .
With this knowledge, you then become confident at adjusting your yoga to make it work for you. You can then bring that awareness to class, adjust as you go and get more out of community sessions.

Depending on what your intent is to practice , in the long run , one to ones can be more cost effective as you really can get more benefits out of the community classes you pay for.

One to ones are completely bespoke and tailored to you with a therapeutic approach if needs be ( as a qualified Occupational therapist I often use yoga as a therapeutic tool ).

They are taught in my cosy yoga studio overlooking Silver Birch woods in Lostock 🌳 Weather dependent, we often move to the garden 🌞
I can teach up to 4 in a group privately ( split the cost between yourself ) and can even travel to you if you have the space. My most recent small group was a lovely small team of hairdressers with shoulder/ neck and upper back issues.

Private classes are a lovely, informal and relaxed way to enjoy your practice.

See it as a gift to yourself , an investment for your own wellbeing 🙏

⭐Availability through the week for private yoga and small ( up to 4 person ) groups
⭐ AWARDS 2025 finalist in Health Fitness and Wellbeing.
⭐ Background in the NHS , qualified Senior Occupational Therapist.
⭐ Reiki Master Practitioner and Nutritional Advisor
⭐ Yoga teacher of 18 years.
⭐ Discounts for Yoga Flow class members and block bookings
⭐ Gift vouchers available

Message Yoga Flow with Karen for more information and to book your bespoke class...

Thinking about starting up your yoga routine, but interested in attending private yoga classes? Here are the nine benefits of taking private yoga classes!

Hub Westhoughton
01/06/2025

Hub Westhoughton

The next Yoga block starts Wednesday 18th June at Hub Westhoughton 12.30pm , and Thursday Rivington One studios Horwich...
01/06/2025

The next Yoga block starts Wednesday 18th June at Hub Westhoughton 12.30pm , and Thursday Rivington One studios Horwich 10.30am .
Block bookings and single class payments available.
Brilliant welcoming classes, perfect for regulars or newcomer's who have never practiced yoga before.
All welcome and no prerequisite to be bendy !
Read my five star reviews and posts to get an idea of my style of teaching.

I have been around forever in the local area 😆teaching yoga from my heart 💚🙏 I can teach you how to make this ancient practice work for you at any stage of your life to suit your needs.
1:1 private tuition and very small group teaching ( 2/3) available.

DM for more information and to book your space.

Hub Westhoughton
29/04/2025

Hub Westhoughton

Spring has well and truly sprung this week! I'm outside prepping yoga classes with Miley cat surrounded by new life , pr...
29/04/2025

Spring has well and truly sprung this week! I'm outside prepping yoga classes with Miley cat surrounded by new life , productivity and flow . There's a nest of noisy starling chicks being fed on my roof 😂

Springtime yoga invites more movement, vitality and fluidity into our practice . It's one of my favourite times of the yogic year .

Come and join me Wednesday lunchtime Hub Westhoughton and Thursdays 10.30am @ Rivington One studio Horwich, for welcoming friendly small classes perfect for beginners and seasoned yogis .

Pay as you go or block classes available. All equipment provided and there's no requirement for flexibility to begin. Indeed yoga is so much more than that !
You just need to be able to get up and down from the floor unassisted. Modifications to all movements are taught.

I'm a qualified Senior Occupational Therapist and experienced local Yoga Teacher of almost 20 years .
All sorts of topics and themes are covered in classes .

This year I have been nominated for the for my contribution to Health , Fitness and Wellbeing.
🌟 Take a look at my page and 5 star reviews

I've a particular interest in yoga as therapy / rehab, functional movement and longevity.

DM me for more information. I'd love to meet you .

Hub Westhoughton
23/03/2025

Hub Westhoughton

✨Unlocking your Body's Potential - The Power Of Transferable Skills ✨

When you come along to one of my yoga classes you're not only being taught by an experienced Yoga teacher of almost 20 years , but a qualified Occupational Therapist and Nutritional Advisor, Reiki master , a yoga student (always learning), a carer , Mother , Wife, and two time cancer survivor, amongst others !

A wealth of lifetime experience and knowledge that I draw on to plan and implement your classes .

I worked as an Occupational Therapist for 8 years for the NHS before training to be a yoga teacher in 2006.
One of the strongest skills an Occupational Therapist has is to create and deliver a tailored , person centred practise . This is done through observation , assessment , adapting, modifying and finding solutions.

This experience assists me in teaching as I facilitate you to be able to modify yoga for yourself by building your body awareness. With practice you learn to safely adjust your yoga poses and sequences to suit your own individual body physiology, needs , motivations and health goals.
In this way there's no more " I'm too old " , " I'm not flexible enough" , " I have health issues" .
ANYONE and EVERYONE can access yoga.

When Yoga is used as a therapeutic tool everyone can benefit from this amazing system to enhance their health and wellbeing. Over the decades I have taught , I've seen clients begin to develop their awareness and find their unique strengths. It's so rewarding...

They are able to keep doing the things they love for longer because through yoga , they learn how to work with their own unique physical attributes. The result is building great functional strength to support healthy aging - meeting their personal targets; a lowered stress response , improved lung function, neuroplasticity , immunity, and regaining trust and confidence in themselves.
They also find a lovely community vibe in the friendly welcoming classes and some make life long friends ..

✨EVERY BODY IS A YOGA BODY ✨ SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ✨

~ For information and to book daytime classes at Hub Westhoughton and Rivington One Studio Horwich, please enquire.

~ Private tuition and small groups available. Please message.

✨Unlocking your Body's Potential - The Power Of Transferable Skills ✨When you come along to one of my yoga classes you'r...
23/03/2025

✨Unlocking your Body's Potential - The Power Of Transferable Skills ✨

When you come along to one of my yoga classes you're not only being taught by an experienced Yoga teacher of almost 20 years , but a qualified Occupational Therapist and Nutritional Advisor, Reiki master , a yoga student (always learning), a carer , Mother , Wife, and two time cancer survivor, amongst others !

A wealth of lifetime experience and knowledge that I draw on to plan and implement your classes .

I worked as an Occupational Therapist for 8 years for the NHS before training to be a yoga teacher in 2006.
One of the strongest skills an Occupational Therapist has is to create and deliver a tailored , person centred practise . This is done through observation , assessment , adapting, modifying and finding solutions.

This experience assists me in teaching as I facilitate you to be able to modify yoga for yourself by building your body awareness. With practice you learn to safely adjust your yoga poses and sequences to suit your own individual body physiology, needs , motivations and health goals.
In this way there's no more " I'm too old " , " I'm not flexible enough" , " I have health issues" .
ANYONE and EVERYONE can access yoga.

When Yoga is used as a therapeutic tool everyone can benefit from this amazing system to enhance their health and wellbeing. Over the decades I have taught , I've seen clients begin to develop their awareness and find their unique strengths. It's so rewarding...

They are able to keep doing the things they love for longer because through yoga , they learn how to work with their own unique physical attributes. The result is building great functional strength to support healthy aging - meeting their personal targets; a lowered stress response , improved lung function, neuroplasticity , immunity, and regaining trust and confidence in themselves.
They also find a lovely community vibe in the friendly welcoming classes and some make life long friends ..

✨EVERY BODY IS A YOGA BODY ✨ SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ✨

~ For information and to book daytime classes at Hub Westhoughton and Rivington One Studio Horwich, please enquire.

~ Private tuition and small groups available. Please message.

⭐2025 is upon us and what better time to focus on you and your wellbeing . Classes begin again this week so be quick and...
06/01/2025

⭐2025 is upon us and what better time to focus on you and your wellbeing . Classes begin again this week so be quick and drop me a message to book on!

⭐Wednesday 12.30 - The Hub Westhoughton ⭐Thursdays 10.30am - Rivington One studio Horwich

I've been welcoming newcomers and introducing them to the benefits of yoga for 18 years now , so you can trust that you'll receive experienced guidance and support on your yoga journey.

The yoga I teach is primarily hatha - breathing , postures , slow flow and deep relaxation. I theme classes to a variety of topics for example - seasonal energy, philosophy, spinal care , mental health, The 5 Elements.
There is always emphasis on maintaining and improving functional movement patterns in classes too so you are encouraged to listen to your own inner guide, move safely within your range of motion according to your own body . By doing this , we keep and build balanced, supported, flexible and strong bodies in a safe way.

Friendly daytime classes in lovely venues , with the option to pay as you go or book a block.
If you've never done yoga before, don't worry, just start from where you are . There's no expectation or judgement in my classes and there's certainly no pressure to be bendy like a pretzel! 🥨 😆

Also open to private clients and small groups ( 1-3). Message for more information

⭐ Visit my page and read my 5 star reviews

⭐ DM for more information or to book your place !

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I have been practising Hatha Yoga for fifteen years and been teaching since 2006. In addition to Hatha I have experience of practising Dru, Iyengar, Ashtanga Vinyasa and Pre-natal Yoga. I am a Yoga Registered Teacher (YRT -200hrs) with the Independent Yoga Network and am qualified with The British School of Yoga. I also hold a British Wheel of Yoga Foundation Course Certificate and am fully insured. My background is in Occupational Therapy where I specialised in Mental Health, however I left the NHS after fighting lymphatic cancer (twice over) in my 20's to re-train as a yoga teacher. Yoga helped me so much through this challenge that I wanted to make it part of my life and inspire others to do so. Since teaching two of my past students have recently become qualified yoga teachers themselves with classes of their own . I also have experience of supervising Yoga Student-teachers and am currently the contact teacher for a Yoga Alliance Student-teacher with the highly regarded Yogacampus, I am also a qualified Nutritional Adviser, Reiki Master Practitioner and a busy Mum of two young girls. Flowing Hatha Yoga Classes for all, beginners especially welcome. Classes interweave the 8 limbs of Yoga and include postures with easy, flowing sequences (vinyasas), breathing practise, philosophy, mantras and mudhras, relaxation and meditation. Please bring mat and blanket for relaxation and wear comfortable, unrestrictive clothing. All classes and courses are pre-booked and prepay to cover my costs and preparation time. £36.00 for a 6 week yoga pass- 6 classes to be taken anytime and any venue or a mix of both, within an 8 week period. Drop in cost -£7 per class. Classes are offered to those 16 years and older. Please contact me before attending if you are new to yoga. Beginners and non-bendy people especially welcome!

Evening Classes - Mondays 7.30-8.45pm- St. John's Methodist Church, Horwich . Thursdays 7- 8pm - The Westhoughton Community Hub, Central Drive. Thursdays 8.15-9.15p.m- The Westhoughton Community Hub

Daytime Courses - From January/Early February 2019- Six Week Beginners Courses for Beginners/Improvers. In the Horwich/Westhoughton/Blackrod Areas. Please message Karen to register your interest.

Private Tuition 1:1 tuition - £30.00 an hour inc. initial consultation. I have experience of working with people with conditions such as anxiety/depression/stress, degenerative disc disease, p***c symphysis disorder, emphysema, inner ear issues/vertigo, and cancer survivors. I also have experience of providing yoga tuition to athletes to aid their performance and recovery, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.