Hatha yoga

Hatha yoga is an overarching term for most yoga practised in the West, incorporating asanas (the physical poses) as well as pranayama (breath) and relaxation to achieve mental and physical balance and wellbeing. All other forms of yoga at the studio also come under this term, but we list the teachers who do not follow a particular style here.

Instructors: Diana - Lucie - Maggie - Steven - Susan - Tomek

Iyengar yoga

This is a form of hatha yoga developed by Yogacharya Sri B.K.S. Iyengar with the use of props such as blocks, blankets and belts. Correct alignment of the body ensures you work safely, with maximum benefit to your flexibility, strength and wellbeing. All eight limbs of yoga are introduced, including pranayama and learning to focus attention. Chair-based classes if unable to get to the floor.

Instructors: Claire - Annamarie - Maura - Rachel

Flow / vinyasa yoga

A flowing yoga with some static poses and with focus on placement of breath & body. Can be more active (Lucie), gentler/slower (Ally, Valerie, Julie) or mixed (Oonagh).

Instructors: Julie - Lucie - Valerie

Core yoga

A strong practice that combines poses from hatha yoga with the core strengthening exercises from modern fitness techniques.

Instructors: Eva

Yin yoga

Yin yoga differs through holding poses for a longer period of time, to go deep with the pose, and deep into the mind.

Instructors: Valerie - Lucie

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation also known as “yogic sleep” or “effortless relaxation.”

Instructors: Julie

Chakra flow yoga

A yoga practice that uses the chakra system to bring awareness to the inner body, so that you can follow your own impulse to move naturally. Orla has been strongly influenced by the Scaravelli school of yoga.

Instructors: Orla

Jivamukti yoga

Jivamukti yoga is a rigorous Hatha Vinyasa practice that can incorporate chanting, philosophy, breath awareness, pranayama, meditation, and deep relaxation, a method created by Sharon Gannon and David Life.

Instructors: Steven

Children's / Family yoga

Using postures, sound, breathing, self-massage and mindfulness, these sessions encourage children to develop their body and spatial awareness, as well as develop strength, flexibility, confidence and social skills. Suitable for a wide age range, from toddlers to teens. Family yoga sessions are a fun and interactive way to experience yoga while taking some quality time to support bonding as a family, held monthly. Neurodiverse children also supported (ASD, ADHD and more).

Instructors: Zoe

Special Yoga

Special yoga has become the international term used to describe yoga for people with additional needs. Special yoga therapy helps people reach their potential.

Instructors: Zoe

Yoga for Men

This is yoga for men who don’t think yoga is for them! It's for absolute beginners, beginners, and anyone returning to yoga after a break. For people who want to make a new start with yoga and need some encouragement to try it out. And for those who want to improve their own health and wellbeing, mental and physical.

Instructors: Tom

Yoga for chronic pain

Instructors: Deirdre

Aerial yoga

Although named 'yoga' this class comes from a fitness tradition, using hammocks slung from the ceiling beams to let you swing, float and fly! Enjoy a mix of cardio, abs & core, and yoga-style poses. Let your spine hang free and enjoy cocooning yourself at the end.

Instructors: Sandra

T'ai Chi

T'ai Chi is a system of holistic training, with a series of martial arts moves and techniques consisting of carefully coordinated natural movements. The slow movements of T'ai Chi are graceful, powerful, relaxed, balanced and meditative. They help improve balance, flexibility and strength, while calming the spirit and reducing stress.

Instructors: Julie-Anne

Pilates

Pilates works to strengthen the centre, lengthen the spine, increase body awareness, build muscle tone and gain flexibility. Pilates is excellent for rehabilitation for back, knees, hips, shoulders and other stress-related injuries. Pilates works the whole body addressing asymmetries, chronic weakness and bringing the body and mind back to balance.

Instructors: Aimee

Meditation and Mindfulness

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention with gentleness, curiosity and acceptance. Mindfulness helps to develop awareness so that we can live more fully in the present moment where we have more choice about how to respond to our experience. A regular meditation practice can help to restore peace and calm, increase concentration and efficiency and enhance communication and relationships.

Instructors: Clare - Fiona - Rachael

Gong baths / sound meditations

Using the surround sound of live instruments (gongs, bowls, bells, rain sticks etc) to create a peaceful and soothing environment to aid your own meditation and relaxation through the effect of the sounds on your body and mind.

Instructors: Brian - Lisa

Drum circle

A community drum circle is where people of all levels of musical expertise come together to share their spirit by entraining rhythmically as a percussion ensemble. These drum circles are opportunities to let out your playful side, be creative, and not worry about making mistakes or ‘doing it right’.

Instructors: Rowan & Mike

Kirtan

Kirtan is a form of musical meditation, singing mantras to help calm the mind and bring joy. Kirtan first became popular in India in the early 16th century. It has now become the fastest growing music form in the USA as people start to experience the joy and bliss that kirtan brings into their busy lives.

Instructors: Julie & Vic

Dance-based movement

There are various options for dance-based movement at Maitri Studio, and the exact type depends on the teacher, so check out their page for details.

Instructors: Rose

Indian dance

Indian dance classes for adults to connect with the rhythms of Bollywood while enjoying the benefits of a full-body workout.

Instructors: Deepika

Nia

Nia is a non-impact, expressive movement programme designed to achieve whole body fitness and cardiovascular conditioning.

Instructors: Rose

HypnoBirthing®

Central to the HypnoBirthing® philosophy is the physiological reality that birth, as a natural process, does not have to involve pain. Empowered by knowledge and equipped with the tools of relaxation and self-hypnosis mothers and partners can prepare for and achieve gentle, calm natural birthing.

Instructors: Natalie

Baby massage

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy spending time with your new baby. Before babies can understand language, we mostly communicate and comfort them through the simple power of human touch. Massaging your baby is a great way to show your baby they are loved and help them to feel secure, safe, and nurtured.

Instructors: Natalie

Breathwork

Nearly all yoga teachers include breathwork practices, but this entry is for teachers who specifically work with the breath. It includes Wim Hof breathing, Oxygen Advantage, and Breath-Body-Mind practitioners. Look at the teachers for more details.

Instructors: Alex - Clare - Rowan & Mike

Wim Hof Method

The Wim Hof Method encompasses breathing, cold therapy and commitment to help with mood, the immune system, reducing stress and inflammation and more.

Instructors: Alex

Art / Creativity

Ranging from specific art therapy to creativity circles, these events help you express yourself through art and craft.

Instructors: Zoe

Shamanism

Shamanism is an ancient tradition of living in harmony with nature that strives to strike a balance between mind, body and spirit for the wellbeing of all creation. The teachings of shamanism focus on connection to nature and techniques like meditation and chanting to create trance-like states to aid individual understanding.

Instructors: Brian