Shenyoga

We really appreciate Sophie's yoga teaching. Her approach is always fresh and alive, based on her on-going practice. She offers a range of versions of different postures, so everyone can work at a suitable 'level' for them. Sophie provides an introduction to the meditative roots of yoga so people can engage with that if they wish to do so. Highly recommended.

I have been going to Sophie's classes now for a few years. I have been practicing Yoga for 20 years and a good Yoga teacher is hard to find. Sophie really delivers where others do not. Her approach is consistent, varied, heartfelt, spiritual and deeply relaxing with some challenges along the way - but we are encouraged always to listen to ourselves and adapt as necessary to ensure the experience is maximised, supported and appropriate for individual needs. Sophie is excellent at being able to confidently and sensitively hold the Yoga space and guides the class dependent on the energy of the room. This is such an important aspect in Yoga and I wholeheartedly recommend her classes. My most nourishing and transcendent Yoga classes ever, have been with Sophie.

We started Sophie's Monday night beginners yoga class last year which meant we could start from scratch with the easy options and learned to stretch ourselves little by little and develop at our own pace. We liked Sophie's non judgemental approach and the readings and explanations that went with practicing the poses. We knew after just a couple of classes this was going to be a new habit! We especially enjoy the breathing, and the relaxation at the end. I've also tried the shen Massage twice which was very restorative.

After several failed attempts have finally found a yoga class that really works for me. Sophie is an excellent teacher, the pace of the class, level of sensitive safe instruction and inclusive manner are a winning formula for beginners. Even on dark, damp cold winter nights I'm truely disappointed if I miss a session. Have so enjoyed it, hoping to go on another yoga holiday this year.

I have been coming to Sophie's classes for over a year and also been to one of her retreats - she is a fantastic teacher who manages to get the right blend of fitness, focus and spirituality into each class. Each week is something new to look forward to as Sophie will tailor the class depending on the people who are attending. Little touches like impromptu readings and sometimes candles and incense make this class a real treat for me and essential for staying happy and grounded in a busy world!

Sophie is an excellent teacher of yoga. We have been going to classes and day retreats for 10 years. After a yoga session with Sophie we experience a true sense of well-being. Her retreats are genuine opportunities to slow down and observe. Sophie generously shares from her on-going explorations in yoga and other approaches to life. She expresses a strong connection to the natural world and seasons. We fully recommend Sophie as a yoga teacher.

I've attended Sophie's yoga class and had a massage from her and in both cases she was attentive, adaptive and lighthearted. She doesn't stick rigidly to 'rules' in either of her areas, rather adapting intuitively to the needs of the people she's working with. I highly recommend her.