Philippa Smith Yoga

29/10/2025

It’s taken me years, but I think I’ve finally cracked the lighting in this lovely space. The old school hall at St Peter’s ❤️

Doesn’t it look cosy 🤗. Toasty warm too. Perfect for yoga ###

28/10/2025

A bittersweet chair yoga class last Wednesday — we celebrated my mums 80th birthday, but it was also my Aunty Paulines (mums sister) last class with us before she set off on a new adventure, moving to North Yorkshire. Pauline, who turned 90 this month, even made a little speech about first coming to Stones at just three years old and all the happy memories she’s made here since. We’ll miss her so much, but wish her every happiness in this next chapter ❤️

20/10/2025

Join me for Chair Based Yoga 🪑

☀️Wednesdays, 10.45 - 12noon at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden, HX6 4LA
☀️Thursdays, 1.30 - 2.45pm at St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby, HX6 1HB

These Chair Based Yoga classes are ideal if you’re living with health conditions, have mobility challenges, or simply prefer a gentler way to keep active without having to get up and down from the floor.

I’ve trained with the British Wheel of Yogas Gentle Years Yoga programme—a specialist, evidence-based approach designed to help you feel steady, comfortable, and confident in your movement and rest.

With the support of a chair, each class gently adapts traditional yoga poses so you can join in at a pace that feels right for you. It’s a safe and enjoyable way to look after body and mind. Here’s what you can expect:

✅Improve your strength, balance, and flexibility gently and steadily
✅Learn simple ways to manage health conditions and move with ease
✅Build confidence and reduce the risk of falls
✅Feel calmer and more focused with breathing and relaxation practises

These classes are welcoming, friendly, and supportive. They’re a space where you can enjoy moving, breathing, and resting, while taking time for yourself. You’ll leave feeling calmer, more at ease, and more confident in what your body can do.

Classes are £8, or £40 for a block of 6 consecutive classes.

Get in touch with me to book a space.
Or check out my other classes at www.psmithyoga.co.uk
See you soon for yoga, thanks, Philippa

12/10/2025

What a stunning dewy morning ❤️

02/10/2025

20/09/2025

Out enjoying the last few days of summer 😆. But seriously, I'm really happy to finally have some rain 🌧️.

Monday is the Autumn equinox 🍂 when we slip from Summer to Autumn and the day and night are in balance before we start heading to the darker time of year.

Autumn is said to be a time for reflection, rest and letting go 🕯️✨. Which feels perfectly right for me just now. Time to light the fire🔥, curl up with a hot chocolate ☕ and imagine being snuggled up in Mr Badgers cosy home in The Wind in the Willows. Definitely on my growing list of things to read (or re-read).

I’ve been procrastinating over lesson plans today 🙈. But the intention is for this weeks classes should give us some rest and replenishment🌿💛.

Hope to see you in class this week, schedule below:

Wednesdays – Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
⭐ 9.30 – 10.30am Beginners Yoga
⭐ 10.45 – 12pm Chair Based Yoga

Wednesdays – St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby
⭐ 6.30 – 7.30pm Mixed Ability Yoga

Thursdays – St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby
⭐ 1.30 – 2.45pm Chair Based Yoga

Classes are £8 drop-in, or £40 for 6 consecutive sessions.

Get in touch with me to book if you're planning to come along for the first time.

See you soon, Philippa x

08/09/2025

This sounds amazing. My friend Rebecca has a late cancellation for her yoga retreat. Starts on Monday…

✨ Last-Minute Space – Spain Retreat ✨
A single room has just become available for our Spanish retreat... and it starts next Monday! 🌿☀️
If you’ve been feeling the pull for some sunshine, yoga, rest, and good company, this might be your sign. One week away from daily life to recharge before autumn really takes hold.

📅 Dates: Mon 15th – Sat 20th September
🏡 Room: Single occupancy, en-suite 25% reduced now £695
💫 Includes all yoga, food, and accommodation (flights not included).
Message me soon if you’d like to come, this one may not be around long!

08/09/2025

⭐ Yoga in Ripponden & Sowerby – Everyone Welcome ⭐

Our new yoga classes are off to a wonderful start – thank you so much to everyone who has already joined. It has been such a joy to see new faces, welcome back familiar ones, and share the benefits of yoga together. ❤️

If you’ve been curious about starting yoga, would like a supportive chair based class, or already have a practice and want to explore yoga in a friendly community – there’s a place for you here. Each class offers time to move, breathe and rest, leaving you feeling grounded and refreshed. 🌿

Here’s a reminder of the schedule:

Wednesdays – Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
⭐ 9.30 – 10.30am Beginners Yoga
⭐ 10.45 – 12pm Chair Based Yoga

Wednesdays – St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby
⭐ 6.30 – 7.30pm Mixed Ability Yoga

Thursdays – St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby
⭐ 1.30 – 2.45pm Chair Based Yoga

Classes are £8 drop-in, or £40 for 6 consecutive sessions.

✨ Beginners & Mixed Ability Yoga: explore movement, stillness, breathwork and rest through a mix of seated, lying and standing practices.

✨ Chair Based Yoga: a gentle, supportive class following the Gentle Years Yoga approach, ideal if you have limited mobility or prefer a practice with the support of a chair. Class is mostly seated with some standing.

Message me with any questions or to book your spot.

30/08/2025

🌟 New Term, New Yoga Classes🌟

If you’re curious about yoga or looking for a gentle introduction, my Beginners Yoga class is a welcoming space to start. We’ll move slowly, with clear guidance, so you can build confidence and enjoy the benefits of yoga at your own pace.

Beginners are welcome at all classes.

Full Schedule:

Wednesdays:
⭐ 9:30–10:30am: Beginners Yoga – Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
⭐ 10:45–12:00pm: Chair-Based Yoga – Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
⭐ 6:30–7:30pm: Mixed Ability Yoga – St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

Thursdays:
⭐ 1:30–2:45pm: Chair-Based Yoga – St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

💛 About the classes:

Beginners & Mixed Ability Yoga: We’ll explore movement, postures, breathwork, relaxation and meditation. Expect a mix of sitting, standing, and lying-down.

Chair Based Yoga: Perfect if you have limited mobility, or simply prefer a seated practise. This class follows the Gentle Years Yoga approach. It is mainly seated in a chair, with the option to stand using a chair for support. Like the other classes, we look at movement, postures, breathwork, relaxation and meditation, but at a slower more gentle pace.

💷 Pricing: £8 drop-in, or £40 for 6 consecutive classes.

📩 Message me to book your spot or ask any questions

24/08/2025

Join me for Chair Based Yoga 🪑

New classes, starting 3 and 4 September

☀️Wednesdays, 10.45 - 12pm at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
☀️Thursdays, 1.30 - 2.45pm at St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

These Chair Based Yoga classes are ideal if you’re living with health conditions, have mobility challenges, or simply prefer a gentler way to keep active without having to get up and down from the floor.

I’ve spent the past year training with the British Wheel of Yogas Gentle Years Yoga programme—a specialist, evidence-based approach designed to help you feel steady, comfortable, and confident in your movement and rest.

With the support of a chair, each class gently adapts traditional yoga poses so you can join in at a pace that feels right for you. It’s a safe and enjoyable way to look after body and mind. Here’s what you can expect:

✅Improve your strength, balance, and flexibility gently and steadily
✅Learn simple ways to manage health conditions and move with ease
✅Build confidence and reduce the risk of falls
✅Feel calmer and more focused with breathing and relaxation practises

These classes are welcoming, friendly, and supportive. They’re a space where you can enjoy moving, breathing, and resting, while taking time for yourself. You’ll leave feeling lighter, more at ease, and more confident in what your body can do.

Classes are £8, or £40 for a block of 6 consecutive classes.

Get in touch with me to book a space.
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Whatsapp, text or call - 07816 445 812
Email - philippa@psmithyoga.co.uk

I look forward to seeing you in class ❤️

23/08/2025

Check out our new venue at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden.

It's absolutely gorgeous. I can't wait to start teaching here, and returning to St Peters, Sowerby on 3rd September.

I hope you can come and join us, there are now more classes. Here's the full schedule:

Beginners and Mixed Ability Yoga
Wednesdays, 9.30 - 1030am Beginners Yoga at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
Wednesdays, 6.30 – 7.30pm Mixed Ability Yoga at St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

Chair Based Yoga
Wednesdays, 10.45 – 12pm at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
Thursdays, 1.30 – 2.30pm at St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

Classes £8, or £40 for 6 consecutive classes.

Message me to book ###

17/08/2025

⭐ Yoga news ⭐
Classes resume Wednesday 3rd September, with new classes scheduled🤩. Here’s the full schedule:

Wednesdays
⭐ 9.30 - 1030am Beginners Yoga at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
⭐ 10.45 – 12pm Chair Based Yoga at Stones Methodist Church, Ripponden
⭐ 6.30 – 7.30pm Yoga at St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

Thursdays
⭐ 1.30 – 2.30pm Chair Based Yoga at St Peters Community Centre, Sowerby

Classes are £8 drop in, or £40 for 6 consecutive classes.

In beginners and general yoga we’ll explore a range of yoga poses, mindful movement, breathwork and relaxation. Expect a mix of sitting, lying on the ground, and standing.

Chair based classes are perfect if you have limited mobility, or simply prefer a seated practise. This class follows the Gentle Years Yoga approach. It is mainly seated, with the option to stand using a chair for support. Like the other classes, we look at different yoga poses, mindful movement, breathwork and relaxation.

Get in touch with any questions, or to book a spot on any of the classes.