Stonemonkey Ashtanga Yoga studio

Stonemonkey Ashtanga Yoga studio Traditional Ashtanga Yoga taught at our handbuilt studio The River Shala in Tiddington, nr Stratford on Avon

We hope you're well and enjoying the gentle shift towards spring.We have a couple of additional classes and courses comi...
09/03/2026

We hope you're well and enjoying the gentle shift towards spring.

We have a couple of additional classes and courses coming up at the River Shala that we’d love to share with you:

Counted Full Primary Series & Pranayama + Talk
Sunday 22nd March | 9.30 – 11.30am

Digby will be leading a Counted Full Primary Series, followed by Pranayama and a short talk.
Places will be limited.

This class is open to anyone with experience of the Primary Series. If you're unsure whether it’s suitable for you, feel free to drop us a message.

You can book your place here.

6-Week Meditation Course
Beginning Saturday 11th April | 10.15am

If meditation is something you've been curious about but haven't yet started, this is a wonderful opportunity to begin and develop a regular sitting practice within a supportive group setting, or if you already meditate and interested in learning different techniques and the group experience, this may be for you. Cost £90

The course will be led by both Maddy & Digby, if you have any questions regarding the course, feel free to drop us a message.

You can book your place here

Ashtanga Yoga intensive
Dates TBC

I'm putting together a short intensive looking in depth at the framework of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, this would include - Opening and closing Mantras - Sanskrit posture names - Vinyasa counted method - Mysore Self practice -
If you like the idea of deepening your understanding of the practice and having the opportunity to spend time in a small group setting learning these aspects of the tradition, please drop me a message to register your interest.

Register here


Thank you, as always, for your continued support and presence.

We look forward to seeing you at the River Shala.

With love,
Maddy & Digby x

First visit back to the old Stonemonkey studio in Leamington Spa since passing the torch to Gurpreet  in 2022! Lovely to...
07/03/2026

First visit back to the old Stonemonkey studio in Leamington Spa since passing the torch to Gurpreet in 2022! Lovely to reconnect with Gurps and see the studio flourishing! We're both proud to have kept Yoga vibrant in Leamington since 2009! Here’s to many more years! D&Mx 🙏🧡

07/01/2026

The Ashtanga Yoga beginners course starts this Saturday the 10th of January, the six week course is open to everyone, you can be a complete beginner or already have some Yoga experience but want expand your understanding of Ashtanga Yoga and it’s methods. You’ll be taught, breath awareness and how this connects to movement and posture, which through practice leads to stillness & meditation. — You can book your place https://stonemonkeyyoga.co.uk/product/jan2026/

The Ashtanga Yoga beginners course starts this Saturday the 10th of January, the six week course is open to everyone, yo...
04/01/2026

The Ashtanga Yoga beginners course starts this Saturday the 10th of January, the six week course is open to everyone, you can be a complete beginner or already have some Yoga experience but want expand your understanding of Ashtanga Yoga and it's methods. You'll be taught, breath awareness and how this connects to movement and posture, which through practice leads to stillness & meditation. — You can book your place here. https://stonemonkeyyoga.co.uk/product/jan2026/

02/01/2026

Happy New Year! All classes start back from tomorrow-Saturday 3rd
Ashtanga self practice - 7.30am
All Welcome - Come Practice 🙏

Hello from Stonemonkey - https://mailchi.mp/ef1f33823912/lqu0jy9qr6-10153791 With Xmas fast approaching! I thought I'd b...
07/12/2025

Hello from Stonemonkey - https://mailchi.mp/ef1f33823912/lqu0jy9qr6-10153791 With Xmas fast approaching! I thought I'd better let you know our plans for Xmas and the New Year -
We'll be teaching up until Monday 22nd December and classes will resume on Saturday 3rd January. Full details on the newsletter........

When we return to teaching, on Sunday 21st September, Maddy and I will be running a joint workshop which will be open to...
11/09/2025

When we return to teaching, on Sunday 21st September, Maddy and I will be running a joint workshop which will be open to all and give us the opportunity to share our direct and individual perspectives on Yoga and it's practicies and philosophy. Full details and link to book - https://stonemonkeyyoga.co.uk/product/sept/

It hardly feels five minutes since I returned from Mysore, and now I’m heading off again! This time, Maddy and I are off...
27/08/2025

It hardly feels five minutes since I returned from Mysore, and now I’m heading off again! This time, Maddy and I are off to Crete. She’ll be leading her annual retreat, and before it begins we’ll enjoy a little time to ourselves.

This does mean that there will be no classes until September 17th.

We’ve really enjoyed teaching over the summer — welcoming new students to the Shala and sharing busy, vibrant classes. Thank you all for your enthusiasm and energy! We’re both looking forward to being back and teaching again in September.

When we return, there will be an opportunity to join our six-week Beginners Ashtanga Yoga course. It’s open to everyone — whether you’re completely new to yoga or already have some experience. You can book your place here. (full details below)
We'lll also be offering a joint workshop with both Maddy & I teaching together, we'll send full details date and time whilst we're away.

We’ve also had a great response to the informal practice chats that Maddy and I have been offering. If you’d like to arrange a time for one, just drop us an email.

And one last thing — the photo above was sent to me today by Vekanda (the lovely guy pictured), whom I met in Mysore. He kindly showed me around in his rickshaw. Today is Ganesh Chaturthi, when celebrations take place all across India in honour of Ganesh, the remover of obstacles. Wishing you all a joyful Ganesh day!

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and presence.
See you in the Shala soon!

With love,
Digby & Maddy ###

Hello from Stonemonkey - https://mailchi.mp/19b01a2ecf6f/lqu0jy9qr6-10151805It hardly feels five minutes since I returne...
27/08/2025

Hello from Stonemonkey - https://mailchi.mp/19b01a2ecf6f/lqu0jy9qr6-10151805It hardly feels five minutes since I returned from Mysore, and now I’m heading off again! This time, Maddy and I are off to Crete. She’ll be leading her annual retreat, and before it begins we’ll enjoy a little time to ourselves.

This does mean that there will be no classes until September 17th.
Today is Ganesh Chaturthi, when celebrations take place all across India in honour of Ganesh, the remover of obstacles. Wishing you all a joyful Ganesh day!

After a wonderful trip to Mysore i'm back teaching at The River Shala, I have a new beginners course starting on Septemb...
10/08/2025

After a wonderful trip to Mysore i'm back teaching at The River Shala, I have a new beginners course starting on September 20th read all the details and link to booking below.

I'm also offering on Sunday 24th August a 'Primary series' led class with Pranayama followed by a talk, 9am -11am - £20 - the class is open to all. If you'd like to join me you can book your place by droppng me an email.

And don't forget that Maddy & are be offering all regular students the opportunity to have an informal 30min chat about their Yoga practice offered on a donatation basis. It's a chance to check in, ask questions, and get some personalised support. It’s also a great chance to explore any challenges you’re experiencing, areas you'd like to develop, or ways to deepen your connection to the practice. We’re offering these chats because we believe a little personalised guidance can go a long way in helping you feel more confident, inspired, and grounded in your practice.

Thank you for your continued support and presence,
See you in the Shala!

With love, Digby & Maddy ###

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The River Shala
Stratford-Upon-Avon
CV377AF

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9:30am - 4pm

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