About Claire

Claire is one of a handful of Level 3 (formerly called Junior Intermediate 3) Iyengar yoga teachers in Northern Ireland and has developed Maitri Studio as a base for Iyengar yoga in Belfast. Claire's training and practice has spanned many years (and continues!) and she brings her extensive experience to all classes. Many people will know that Iyengar yoga training is rigorous and thorough, covering all aspects of traditional yoga. In particular the Iyengar method is known to be helpful for all, whether already active and fit, or suffering from aches, injuries or various health conditions. Read more about Claire on her site, and about Iyengar yoga on the IY(UK) website.

Classes

All classes use the single, 6- or 10-class passes available to purchase online here.

• Mondays 3-4.15pm chair yoga - no need to get on the floor, ideal for those with mobility issues
• Tuesday & Friday 10am yoga, suitable for all including aged 55+
• Tuesday & Thursday 6pm active beginners keen to move and learn
• Tuesday 7.30pm ongoing students - includes asanas from syllabus Level 1-3

Beginners are encouraged to attend the specified beginners classes if possible.

FREEBIE: we're looking for some volunteers to attend a class which will be taught by Claire, Rachel and Maura on Sunday 5th March 3-4pm and will be photographed for us to use in social media and other advertising. You can register online or drop us a message to book in.

Online or in-person?

The Thursday 6pm and Friday 10am classes are hybrid. If you do not attend the in-person classes you will have a credit deducted as it means another person would not be able to attend.

Covid precautions

There are currently no required covid precautions. We still have hand sanitiser in the studio, and you can wear a mask if you wish while accessing the building. There is no need to wear a mask during the class. We just ask you not to attend in person if you're feeling unwell.

Iyengar yoga class passes

You can use your Iyengar class pass to attend classes with other Iyengar-trained teachers at Maitri - Maura and Eva.

You can choose a 10-class pass valid for 12 weeks £80, 6-classes valid for 7 weeks at £54 or a single class (valid for a week) £10. Concessionary rates available if money is a barrier to attendance. Buy online here.

I offer 1:1s at £50 for an hour or £225 if you block-book five.

Workshops

I teach 2.5hr workshops at weekends, usually once a month. These cost £25 - book via the student portal. All dates are shown on the event page.

• 15 April 10am-12.30pm - ropes and forward folds
• Sunday 14 May 10.30am-1pm
• Saturday 10 June 9.30am-12pm

More information?

Interested in reading more about Iyengar yoga? Read our article here on the Maitri website. There's a great resource online at YogaVastu, including online classes. We also recommend YogaSelection (website) and RoadsToBliss youtube channel for online videos to help your home practice.