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17/12/2025

Feeling festive isn’t always easy, and if you’re finding it hard, that’s OK,

Carving out even a few moments each day to find some calm can really help us cope with the Christmas craziness.

At this time of year, teaching classes becomes even more special because we know the class gives those who are in the room a few minutes to rest, relax, and reset.

There are still 3 classes left this week before we go on our break, you can still join us. Your choices are:

Hatha/Yin yoga Tonight (Wednesday) at 19:30

Chair yoga Thursday at 13:00

Yoga for all Friday 12:30

If you can't make it to class we hope these suggestions can bring you some calm at home.

If you would like to take a last minute class I've popped this week's direct booking link in the comments

11/12/2025

It's listening, it’s noticing. It's working WITH your body instead of against it. That's actually the most beneficial practice you can do.

Chair, blocks and bolsters are always an option in our classes.

09/12/2025

You’re not a machine after all.

Working with your body on the mat, is about saying YES to who you are right now.

You don’t need to change, just nuture what you already have.

Remeber it's about progress not perfection, what small step did you take today?

05/12/2025

We don’t see any of these things as an issue,

Whatever challenge you may or may not face, if you want to come to class, we will help you participate at a level that works for you and your body and if over time you improve, then that’s a bonus.

But if you just enjoy coming that's enough too!

If there is something particular worrying you about booking a class, pop us a message and let us help you find a solution that feels comfortable for you.

01/12/2025

Festive attire is welcome but completely optional.

Classes provide a welcome break from Christmas chaos, spend an hour relaxing, listening to your body and using gentle movement to release any tension you could be feeling.

We will be taking our festive break from the 20th Dec but we look forward to welcoming you back to the mat from the 5th of January 2026! (wow, eek)

27/11/2025

Use what you learn in class to help you in daily life.

For example if you feel creaky in the morning, ask your yoga teacher to show you some floor exercises that you can transfer to doing in bed before you get up.

Our teachers are always happy to give suggestions if you have specific areas you would like help to stretch out, just ask.

For example, if you feel creaky in the morning, ask your yoga teacher to show you some floor exercises that you can transfer to doing in bed before you get up.

25/11/2025

I can’t take all the credit for this, I have seen it elsewhere but I really like it.

When things feel tough, choosing even the tiniest thing that brings you peace can be enough to help you shift yourself in a positive direction.

Here are 5 suggestions if you need some inspiration:

Close your eyes and take 3 deep breaths.

Turn off all devices and lights and enjoy the silence 1 minute or as long as you comfortably can.

Stand on the doorstep with your cuppa for some fresh air.

Try the flowing side stretch from our Monday Movement series, to help you breathe a little easier view it here: https://www.facebook.com/catonthematsheffield/videos/1791355271809635/

Share this post with a friend, if you think it could help them too.

21/11/2025

A Friday pause to help you relax into the weekend.

As we end a busy week, it’s a good time to pause. Take a few good castle breaths and allow yourself to relax into the weekend.

20/11/2025

Often, those of us with busy brains find it hard to rest and relax because our brains just won’t slow down.

I personally have found yoga helpful in dealing with this, because you are still moving and doing something you’re almost “tricking” your brain that you’re still busy.
But by focusing on the activities in a class, you’re actually giving your nervous system the chance to slow down and relax without the stress of being still.

You might even find you sleep better the night after a class.

If you’d like to understand more about how yoga could help you with feeling overwhelmed with your own thoughts, pop me a message, it’s something I love to talk about.

18/11/2025

It’s such an important part of our ethos that all our students can take whatever they personally need from a class.

If that looks slightly different for each person and varies week by week, that’s fine by us.

This student listened to what her body was craving and was comfortable enough to go with it, even though that wasn’t what everyone else in her class might have been doing.

She knew the calming space would be there for her to use, which is something we are proud to create in all our sessions.

How do you like to reconnect with yourself when life gets noisy?

13/11/2025

There's no judges, we're not on strictly come dancing.

You can practise at your own pace.
Remember, everyone starts somewhere, and yoga is all about your personal journey. So why not give it a go?

You might find yourself hooked on all that lovely zen, get in touch to book a FREE taster class.

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