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jivan_yoga_with_maryam, Leeds (2025)

08/09/2025

I’m so excited to share that yoga classes are back this September! 🧘‍♀️✨

I’ve really missed practicing with you all over summer and I can’t wait to roll out the mats again and reconnect. These classes are a chance to move, breathe, and find a little calm together as we head into autumn. 🍂

All levels are welcome — whether you’re brand new or returning, there’s a space for you. 💛

Teens also most welcome with a parent. I’m DBS checked and a qualified teacher👍

Details:

📅 Every Tuesday evening
📍Bambinis Play, Birkenshaw Village Hall
⏰ 7:30-8:30pm
💷 £5 trial class then £8.50 PAYG/£40 for 5 classes

To book on➡️

www.jivanyogawithmaryam.com

Can’t wait to see you there❤️👋

23/08/2025

✨ 3 Ways I Am Preparing for the New School Year as a Yoga Teacher Mum ✨

As summer winds down and the rhythm of the school year approaches, I’m finding my own balance between teaching yoga and motherhood. Here’s how I’m preparing:

1️⃣ Grounding Morning Rituals 🌿

Even 10 minutes of meditation or gentle movement before the house wakes up helps me show up as a calmer mum and a more present teacher.

2️⃣ Creating Flexible Routines 📅

I’m setting intentions, not rigid schedules. A balance between structure for my little ones and space for spontaneity keeps things flowing smoothly.

3️⃣ Prioritising Rest + Boundaries 💤

I’m reminding myself that saying “no” is a form of self-care. Protecting my energy means I can give more authentically to my students and my family.

The new school year feels like a fresh start, and I’m leaning into it with gratitude, presence, and a whole lot of deep breaths. 🌸

✨ Fellow yoga teachers and mums – how are you preparing for the shift back into school season?

03/08/2025

This image took me SUCH a long time to fill out. There are so many facets to being a full-time Yoga teacher. Here are a few that come to mind, but are by no means all/inclusive of everyone’s experience. Just thoughts I have about myself and what others have shared with me

From the outside, u tend to see someone who:

🥹 looks confident in general
🥹 is a people-person
🥹 is bendy
🥹 comes up with creative new flows every week like magic
🥹 is always calm and in control
😃 has loads of followers, online or in person
🥹 has a busy schedule so clearly must be doing well

But here’s what you may not see that’s also so real for me and others I’m sure. Behind the scenes I’m

🤯 questioning who I am to be teaching, how I look doing certain poses etc.

🤯 introverted at heart- although I love chatting and getting to know ppl, when I’m done a class, I need time to just sit quietly in my car for a min. Teaching can be tiring.

🤯 someone who can’t do certain poses. That’s just a fact. I used to get insecure about this and work towards improving advance poses like my life depended on it. Over time I’ve realised that this was more about my ego. I now spend more time making sure I can cue these poses for any body type or concern.

🤯 constantly planning new flows to keep students engaged. Sometimes it feels like I’m trying to recreate the wheel. That if I don’t come up with something different, people will get bored. It takes time to make sure to get the right balance of repetition & exploration. But it can be tiring.

🤯 I often get told how calm I always look. Internally though I often struggle with anxiety. Whether I’m teaching properly, how I look, how I come across online and offline etc. it’s 1 of the reasons I struggle with social media posts in general (and I’m sure I’m not alone on this one!)

🤯 so grateful to have a busy teaching schedule but behind the scenes, I spend much of my time racing from class to class and managing all the different aspects of having a small business, be it invoices, marketing, emails, website updates, blogs etc. it can be a lot.

Despite the struggle, I’m grateful for it all. Still the best job ever❤️🙏🏽

21/07/2025

🌿 “Unwind Together This Summer” 🌿

School’s out, the evenings are long, and it’s the perfect time to press pause.

Join me for a calming, beginner-friendly yoga class in the heart of the village — ideal for parents, teens, and anyone looking to move, breathe, and reset.

What makes my classes different?

☘️ Function over style ➡️ the focus is always on mobility & function so you can open jars, get out of bed independently and bend to get to the bottom cupboard with ease for longer❤️

🍀 Friendly vibes ➡️ my classes are always filled with laughter & support. No competitiveness here.🫶

🍀 Accessible, trauma-sensitive teaching ➡️ I am a firm believer in making Yoga work for you. We use blocks, straps, chairs etc to help make each possible achievable. I also have trauma-informed training, am dbs-checked & am a qualified teacher😎👩🏽‍🏫

So come join us every Tuesday evening
⏰ 7:30-8:30pm
📍Bambinis , Birkenshaw Village Hall

Pricing info➡️ £5 trial class then £8.50 PAYG or £40/5 classes paid via bacs

Booking info ➡️ www.jivanyogawithmaryam.com

❤️🙏🏽

19/07/2025

Let me tell you about the most awkward recent moment in one of my classes👇

I was guiding my students through Savasana, our final resting posture, with a body scan & meditation. In the middle of this, I see a student in the corner roll over and reach for their phone & start texting someone. 😳

Initially I was confused, as we did not have a conversation beforehand (nor after for that matter) about any emergencies or phone calls or anything, which is what generally happens when a situation like this arises. Some teachers are very strict about phone usage in class- I try to be flexible for the most part as we all have emergencies sometimes and need to be reachable.

This was different though and I could tell that this person was disrupting those around her as we could all hear her typing.

I had a choice at this point. Do I go into full on 👩🏽‍🏫-mode & ask her to step out? Or ignore and assume it must be important? I decided on the latter.

Why? Let me explain below.

By getting up and reaching for her phone (which did not ring or buzz to get her attention), she was demonstrating that the relaxation I was inviting her into was not something she could receive at that time. Perhaps her mind was too busy and her life outside her mat was too strong a pull that she was unable to let go.

Although at first I felt disrespected & irritated at her disturbing others, I decided to consciously show compassion. I said nothing, finished the class, made myself available after class in case she wanted to talk and then went home to process what had happened.

This in itself is a trauma-informed approach to teaching yoga. Compassion. Empathy. No judgement. These are the qualities I strive to demonstrate when I work with any client.🙏🏽

If this resonates and you’re curious about trauma-informed yoga, I invite you to comment EMPATHY below and I’ll send you a direct link to book a free no-obligation zoom chat.

❤️🙏🏽

| trauma-informed yoga , awkward moments , weird situations, teachable moment , what would you do , yoga teacher life |

24/06/2025

Here’s a few things that I wish I knew before I started teaching yoga, as a professional Muslim yoga teacher:

🥊 Yogaland can be weirdly competitive ➡️ maybe it’s the nature of being self-employed or maybe it’s part of being a traditionally underpaid and undervalued profession in the West, but yoga teachers can be very territorial and sometimes downright mean to each other.

Conversely though, I have also found the most supportive and uplifting teachers as well. Jan (peaceful body peaceful mind), , .studios.morley and all at .yoga.uk have been so instrumental in giving me a platform or even just an ear to wag on😆❤️

💁🏽‍♀️ Your size is your superpower ➡️ this is an ongoing one to accept. It’s so easy to compare yourself to others, especially on social media. But the thing I try to remind myself is my own reason for teaching. It’s not to help people build a killer body. It’s to help people understand that if I can do it, then so can you❤️

🧘🏽‍♀️ You’ll often be the only person of colour in the room, despite teaching a practice that comes from my own source culture ➡️ I’ve often found myself feeling misunderstood or tokenised & having to ‘speak for everyone’. Once you add on the extra layer of being an Indian Muslim who practices & teaches Yoga, it can be quite isolating and difficult to navigate. Self-awareness is key here I have found.

🧕 Teaching yoga as a Muslim (and to Muslim women) can present challenges at times. It’s easy to ‘spiritual bypass’ and just skip over anything too ‘uncomfortable’. But this is where the Yoga lies, recognising and facing ‘hard’ truths. These are the Yogic principles of Satya & Svadhyaya, truthfulness & self reflection. It’s difficult, especially at a time of heavy politicisation & propaganda of this sacred practise.

But I have seen firsthand how it feels to connect this practice respectfully to its roots and approach it humbly from the perspective of my faith. It is transformative.

How about you, anything you would share or add? Let’s chat below 👇!

——x—-x——

Comment with the word TRUTH & I’ll send you a a free journaling prompt worksheet to help you connect yoga to your faith❤️🙏🏽

23/06/2025

Feeling a bit blue about the weather turning again? Come join me indoors for a yoga class with guided movement, mobility work and relaxation.

I’m Maryam, a local mum & ex-schoolteacher and I specialise in trauma-informed yoga & making yoga accessible for you, no matter your health/age/background etc.

Classes are:

🧘Every Tuesday evening
*Parents with teens most welcome!
7:30-8:30pm
Bambinis Play, Birkenshaw Village Hall

🧘🏽‍♀️Every Thursday afternoon
*Seniors most welcome! Chair & Mat-based.
1:30-2:30pm
Tong village Hall, Bradford

£5 trial class then £8.50 PAYG or £40/5 classes via bacs

Book online via:

www.jivanyogawithmaryam.com

I sincerely hope to see you soon❤️🙏🏽

04/06/2025

Take a pause from the rush of daily life and join us for a rejuvenating 2-hour mini retreat to welcome Summer into our bodies & minds.

🧘🏽‍♀️Enjoy rejuvenating yoga
😌calming meditation and
📝 guided journaling to reconnect with yourself

…followed by a cuppa and some good company. It’s your perfect pocket of peace to get you ready for Summer.

Hosted in the comfort of .studios.morley beautiful studio space, this workshop will provide the perfect opportunity to unwind and rejuvenate.

Whether you’re looking to alleviate stress or deepen your practice, I will guide you towards finding tranquility and balance.

Details:

💳 £30 investment (1 hour yoga, 30 min deep rest, 30 min journaling, refreshments provided and free journal to take home with you❤️)

🗓️ June 8th 2025

⏱️ 10:30-12:30pm

📍Kinetic studios Morley

➡️ link in bio to book

| yoga workshop, yoga mini retreat Morley , guided meditation , journaling |

02/06/2025

😣Do you have a teen going through/finishing exams who you’d love to help de-stress or unwind on an evening?

💻Or maybe you work from home or are retired and are looking for something to keep you mobile & active during the day?

👋Hello, my name is Maryam and I’m an ex-school teacher turned Yoga teacher. I teach beginner-friendly classes in the area and I specialise in accessible & trauma-sensitive group classes.

➡️On Tues evenings, I welcome both adults & teens with a parent. I’m dbs-checked and do my best to create a warm, friendly environment for all. Classes are a mix of movement with a good amount of time for relaxation at the end.

➡️On Thurs afternoons, I welcome adults of any accessibility. Classes are both chair & mat based and special attention is given to mobility & functional exercises.

Details 👇

Tuesday evenings
7:30-8:30pm
📍Bambinis Play, Birkenshaw Village Hall

Thursday afternoons
1:30-2:30pm
📍Tong Village Hall

For more info & to book on:

www.jivanyogawithmaryam.com

Your support means everything to me and I greatly look forward to seeing you soon❤️

15/05/2025

Let me tell you about my student Joe…

He’s been coming to one of my classes consistently for the past 4-5 months. He turned to Yoga after having had a total knee replacement and gaining some weight after as well.

Joe always comes to the back of the class, comes with his own bag of blocks and had learnt to modify some movements so they work for him and his body. At times, his shapes look different to the rest of the class, but he perseveres and doesn’t let it get to him.

This week, Joe came up to me after class and said “I need to tell you something. I’ve tried other classes but I feel quite overwhelmed. I like yours because I feel steady and calm. And for the first time in almost 5 years, I’ve just managed to put my socks and shoes on without any problems! I know it might not seem like a big thing, but it’s a little win for me!”

I told him “that’s amazing, Joe, well done! And that’s def a big win”❤️

We chatted some more after that then parted ways but I haven’t been able to stop thinking about just how proud I am of both him and me. Him because he shows up consistently and is always so open to learn, me for being able to hold space for him.

There are times when I question why I left a steady job for the uncertainty of this line of work. Then I have weeks like this one and I realise this is my dharma, my calling.

——x—-x——
If you’re interested in experiencing wins like Joe’s, you can join me in my group classes (I post where I’ll be every Monday on my stories!) or comment below with the word “WIN” and I’ll send it directly over to you.

If interested in online 1:1s or Trauma-Informed Yoga, do get in touch via DM. I offer a completely free, no obligation 30 min zoom chat to see if we’re a good fit.

❤️🙏🏽

12/05/2025

Hello, I’m Maryam, I’m a local school teacher turned Yoga teacher and I specialise in Accessible & Trauma-Informed Yoga.

Come join me for a Yoga class where we explore movements in a friendly, supportive environment.

My classes are about helping you stay mobile, building in functional fitness & grounding practises to give you a well-rounded session.

Beginners always welcome, teens also most welcome with a grown up! I’ve enhanced DBS, am a mum myself & a qualified teacher so am comfortable with older children👊🏽

Come join me:

every Tuesday 7:30-8:30pm
Bambinis Play , Birkenshaw Village Hall

(NEW!) every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm
Tong village hall
👆Seniors most welcome! Chair + floor based class.

£5 trial class
then £8.50/class PAYG on website or £40/5 class via bacs

Booking via

https://www.jivanyogawithmaryam.com

❤️🙏🏽

28/04/2025

Feeling a bit more energetic now that the weather’s warmer?

Looking for something local that’s affordable & accessible, no matter your age/background/health?

Hi I’m Maryam, I’m a local school teacher turned Yoga teacher and I specialise in Accessible & Trauma-Informed Yoga.

Come join me for a Yoga class where we explore movements in a friendly, supportive environment.

My classes are about helping you stay mobile, building in functional fitness & grounding practises to give you a well-rounded session.

Beginners always welcome, teens also most welcome with a grown up! I’ve enhanced DBS, am a mum myself & a qualified teacher so am comfortable with older children👊🏽

Come join me:

every Tuesday 7:30-8:30pm
Bambinis Play , Birkenshaw Village Hall

(NEW!) every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm
Tong village hall

£5 trial class
then £8.50/class PAYG on website or £40/5 class via bacs

Booking via

https://www.jivanyogawithmaryam.com

❤️🙏🏽

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