Come and find out what we're about!

Join us for our open day this year Saturday 10th May. You can sign up for taster classes, come and meet some of the teachers and facilitators, ask questions, and eat cake! It's a great chance to visit this established studio for wellbeing and more in East Belfast, learn about the classes and workshops we offer, or ask about room hire for your own events or therapies. 

If you'd like to attend a class you will need to book through by signing up on the booking page and registering for the class you'd like to attend. All classes will have limited places. We ask for a donation towards each class of just £1, or more if you wish. This secures your place on the day and you must register for the class/es you wish to attend.

UPDATE: drop-in places will be available on the day but booking guarantees your place! Some classes (e.g. aerial yoga) are already booked out!

We'll have homemade cakes and a selection of refreshments on the day in our upstairs Lotus studio. Donations for these will go towards our fundraising efforts with the Belfast marathon relay. If you can't make it up the stairs, we can bring refreshments down to you!

** All taster classes are taken at your own risk. Please let the teachers know of any issues which might affect your practice. Listen carefully to your body and mind as you practise and bear in mind the essential yogic principle of ahimsa, non-harm.

UPSTAIRS in MAPLE ROOM

(no lift, stairs are not too steep and have two banister rails)

9.30am ~ Yoga (all levels) with Claire ~ from beginners to long-time practitioners, everyone will have a chance to move, breathe and take the attention inwards with a focused, active as well as reflective yoga practice to get you started this morning. Iyengar yoga is known for its precision and alignment focus and will leave you feeling stretched, stronger and lighter (24 spaces)

10.45am ~ Restorative yoga and sound bowls with Diana ~ an hour of restorative yoga where you will come into several gentle poses using props (available here) to bring you into a place of feeling supported and deeply relaxed. There will be some beautiful singing bowls which with their unique sounds and vibrations help induce a calm and meditative state. (Max 24)

12.15pm ~ Aerial yoga with Sandra ~Aerial yoga uses hammocks suspended from the ceiling to support yoga-style poses, from providing additional lift in standing poses to allowing you to hang free in inversions! There is a mix of stretching, strengthening, cardio & abdominal/core work, as well as of course relaxation. (Max 8 NOW FULL)

1.30pm ~ Yoga (beginners) with Annamarie ~ no need to worry that you've never done yoga before, or you're really rusty. Yoga is literally for every body so come and give it a go in a friendly atmosphere and lovely studio. Iyengar yoga is known for its precision and alignment focus and will leave you feeling stretched, stronger and lighter (24 spaces)

2.45pm ~ Yin and Yoga Nidra with Lucie and Patricia ~an hour of stillness practice. Yin Yoga is derived from Chinese medicine and works on the energy meridians of the body. Yoga Nidra is typically practiced in savasana (chair adaptable if needed). Experience deep relaxation of the body and withdrawal of the senses. Floor based with only minimal movement between poses. Props provided. Please note yoga nidra is often contra-indicated for depression and anxiety*. Please do ask us if you have any questions.  (Max 20)

4pm ~ Bollywood Zumba with Deepika ~ open to anyone over aged 15, men and women, come and have fun! (Max 20)

DOWNSTAIRS in SUNFLOWER ROOM

(ground floor room, wheelchair ramp available)

9.45am ~ Baby massage & baby yoga with Natalie ~ this is an excellent opportunity to experience a Little Happy Humans class, whether it's your first time or you've been before. For mum/dad/parent/carer with baby. (Max 10)

11.15am ~ Hatha yoga (beginners) with Tomek ~ this class is taken at a slow pace and is suitable for everybody, especially beginners and those recovering from injury or surgery. You'll learn the foundation of yoga based on alignment to stay safe during the practice and get as many benefits as possible from the asanas and poses. (Max 10)

12.30pm ~ Jivamukti Hatha Vinyasa yoga with Steven ~ this class will focus on standing and balancing postures. Sometimes easy, sometimes challenging depending on the day, this class will help you find a sense of stability and focus that will allow you to find balance according to your own body. The asana practice will be complimented by a grounding pranayama sequence and a lovely, extended guided relaxation. Open to all. (Max 16)

1.45pm ~ Yoga for Men Who Don't Do Yoga with Tom ~ this will suit beginners or those who've done it before, all welcome. (Max 10)

3pm ~ Somatic Yoga for Chronic Pain & Persistent Physical Health Symptoms with Deirdre ~ designed to support those living with persistent/chronic physical health symptoms and led by an NHS Persistent pain specialist OT with over 20 years clinical experience. This gentle and accessible practice integrates a powerful blend of breathwork, mindful movement and somatic techniques to help restore nervous system balance, cultivate deep body awareness, and start to build lasting resilience. (Max 14)

4pm ~ Mind - Body Spa with Clare ~ enjoy an hour of space for yourself. Drawing on Breath-Body-Mind and related practices, Clare will guide you through safe, simple and effective practices that have been shown to counteract the effects of stress, promoting wellbeing and resilience. We will be using breathing, movement and reflection to rebalance the nervous system and build a foundation for future self-care. This session is safe and suitable for anyone. Beginners find the down-to-earth nature of these classes highly accessible. Those who already practice mindfulness or other forms of meditation, find it can help them access a state of relaxed awareness more readily. (Max 16)

*Yoga nidra is a deep practice which can affect physical, mental and emotional states, and for that reason is often not recommended during periods of depression or anxiety. This short taster class may not be suitable under such circumstances as we do not have the time to ascertain safe practice for all. As teachers, it is our responsibility to explain benefits and limitations, not to exclude people but to help people find the practices which will be most beneficial. Everyone who attends has the choice to practise within their own boundaries and needs. We can only advise on suitability.