Yoga with Mandy

Would you like the benefits of yoga but struggle to get up and down from the floor? Chair yoga could be just the thing with gentle movement, stretching, balance work and breathing to help you feel looser, calmer and more energised, all with support and kindness.

No experience needed, no special equipment, and absolutely no pressure to keep up. Just come as you are.

Hamsteels Community Hall, Esh Winning DH7 9LS 10.30-11.30 £7 per session

If you would like to join a friendly, supportive group drop me a message [email protected] 🪑🙏

In a world that can feel overwhelming at times, this beautiful David Attenborough video is a gentle reminder to slow down and notice the wonder around us. The video footage along with his calming voice is so grounding.

Yoga teaches us the same thing: to pause, breathe, reconnect, and remember that we are part of something much bigger and deeply beautiful. 🌍✨
If you’re having a tough week, take a few quiet minutes for this.

https://youtu.be/auSo1MyWf8g?si=KN8Lzh_7xsAnZxgF

My son working hard from home with Layla keeping him company. It’s a good reminder of how easy it is to sit still for far too long. If you’ve been sitting a while, try a few gentle movements, even a few minutes can make a real difference.

Twists
Shoulder rolls
Chin to chest stretches
Windscreen wiper feet
Knee raises

If you’d like to move a bit more in a friendly, relaxed environment, come along to Chair Yoga at

* Hamsteels Community Centre, Esh Winning, Wednesdays, 10:30–11:30am £7
* Belmont Parish Hall, Tuesdays 4-5pm £7

Everyone welcome, it’s a lovely, supportive group, chairs provided 😉

Hi lovely yogis, please note the Thursday evening class at Brandon Community Hall has a new start time changing to 7.30pm.

Still the same stretching, breathwork, relaxation and of course smiles! Please get in touch to book your place and join a friendly community.

Thank you so much to everyone who has reached out with such kindness and support following my recent post. It truly means a lot. I just wanted to reassure everyone that my classes are still running, and I very much look forward to continuing to practice with you.

While I am on this health journey, yoga is continuing to support me in so many positive ways, and I’m grateful to still be able to share that with you.
There has been one change. Unfortunately, I’ve had to cancel my mat yoga class at Waterhouses. However, my other classes are continuing as normal:
✨ Brandon Community Hall, Mat Yoga, Thursdays 7:00 to 8:00pm
✨ Belmont Parish Hall, Chair Yoga, Tuesdays 4:00 to 5:00pm
✨ Hamsteels Community Hall, Esh Winning, Chair Yoga, Wednesdays 10:30 to 11:30am

At times when I need to step back for treatment, my wonderful friend Leigh from ElleJay Yoga and Massage will be covering classes. You will be in very safe and caring hands.
Thank you again for your continued support, patience, and encouragement. It means more than you know, and I’m looking forward to seeing you very soon 🙏💛

Firstly, an apology for being a little quiet on here recently. Some of you will know why, but for those who don’t, the last few weeks I have had breast cancer surgery. It has been quite a strange thing to get my head around., like many people I have always tried to look after myself. I have exercised all my life, try to eat well, and generally live a healthy lifestyle. It made me realise that cancer really does not discriminate.

What I have learned though is that while yoga may not stop us from getting ill, it can help enormously in how we cope. The breathing practices have been invaluable and I have used them many times to steady myself when my mind starts racing. Years of yoga have also gently taught me acceptance. Sometimes things happen that we cannot control, and learning to meet those moments with a little calm has helped a great deal, along with the occasional mantra that lives on my fridge (thanks Leigh and Linda). Then there is recovery., the gentle movements, body awareness and respect for what the body needs have helped me make a really good recovery after the operation.

One of my lovely friends said something that has really stayed with me, ‘if you look after your body, it will look after you when you need it’. That feels very true right now. I feel very fortunate to have been cared for by a fantastic surgeon and medical team, and very grateful for the kindness and support around me. I still have some tough treatment ahead of me, but with the support of yoga, my wonderful friends, my amazing son Robbie, and of course my dog Layla, I know I will get through it.

I have so many people to thank, but a very special thank you to Leigh and Nalini for keeping my classes going while I recover. I really cannot thank you enough X

In November I was in Cape Verde, paddling in the sea with lemon sharks and breathing through the panic when the sharks bumped into me! It also happened to be my first time ever wearing Crocs (I know, I’m clearly late to the party) they turned out to be very comfortable.

The New Year always reminds me that trying new things, whether it’s on or off the yoga mat keeps us feeling alive, curious, and connected. Here’s to saying ‘yes’ a little more often in 2026, trying new things, on the mat, and in life.

What is one new thing you’re open to trying this year?

✨ Yoga at Brandon Community Hall – starting again Thursday 8th January ✨
If you’d like a calm, friendly yoga class to help you move more comfortably and switch off at the end of the day, you’d be very welcome to join me at Brandon Community Hall on Thursday evenings, 7–8pm.
This is a mat-based class with plenty of options offered, so you can work at a pace that suits you. The class is £7, pay as you go.
No pressure, no perfection, just simple movement in a relaxed, supportive space.
Message me for more details 💚

Happy New Year!
A huge thank you to everyone who came to my classes in 2025 and to those who’ll be joining me in 2026 😉

Wishing you all a fab year ahead, full of feeling good in your body, taking a bit of time for yourself, plenty of laughs, and lots of moments that help you slow down and breathe.xx

✨ Yoga class starting again Wednesday 7th January 2026 ✨
If you’d like to move more easily, feel less stiff and take some time for yourself, you’d be very welcome to join me.
🪑 Hamsteels Community Hall Esh Winning
Chair yoga, ideal if getting up and down to the floor isn’t for you. Wednesdays 10.30–11.30am £7 drop-in

No pressure, no perfection, just gentle movement in a friendly, supportive space. Message me for further details