Beginners Introduction To Yoga Course

We are running a very special 6 week Beginners course...

Taking place in the Heather Yoga Shala, Saltaire – this set program course offers:

-A comprehensive 6 week program to explore & learn the essential & fundamental aspects of yoga.
-Specially designed by Heather for those new to yoga and for anyone who is curious about the foundations of the yoga practice, wishing to learn within a group environment.
-Learning the foundations of the practice within an interactive group learning environment
-6x60min weekly sessions
-Weekly course session overviews
-Guidance of where to take your practice and the ’next steps' after you finish the course.
-Exclusive discounted class card on completion.

Each 60 minutes session you will find:

-A gradual progression, building on the previous week and repeating throughout.
-Taught in a very supportive, fun and engaging way under the caring guidance of the course teacher
-Introduces basic common postures and pose groups that show up in Yoga classes to build your practice from
-Includes learning the classical sun salutations and variations in detail,
-Provides the essential anatomical alignment of the key yoga postures (asanas) - Standing Poses, Seated Poses, Twists, Hip Openers, Backbends, -Standing Balance postures.
-Offers common breathing practises (pranayama) used in regular classes.
-Presents a brief introduction to philosophy of the yoga lineage.

By the end of the course you will have:
- Created a firm foundation for you to build up a regular sustainable, safe & enjoyable yoga practice.
- Been provided with the essential knowledge & understanding so you have the experience, clarity & confidence to join the weekly drop in classes.
- Feel ready, motivated and inspired to explore different styles & teachers at regular classes & workshops

In this course you will:
-Develop focus & concentration
-Increase Strength & flexibility
-Better postural awareness
-Improve the quality of breathing
-Support your physical, emotional and mental wellbeing.
-Cultivate an ability to become calmer and quieten a busy mind
-Feel more equipped to cope with the challenges of our daily lives.

This course is for you if you are :

-New to yoga - designed as perfect starting point
-Curious about starting the practice during lockdown to support your physical & mental wellbeing.
-Looking to refresh a previous yoga practice to get you back in your flow.
-Revisit the basics to gain more understanding.
-Interested to learn something new for yourself in this time of change

Course Teacher: Iain Ross

The course takes place once a week for a 60 minute session. No drop in available.

If you have any form of injury or serious illness, or if you are pregnant or have recently had a baby please do inform us before booking.


£70 (£35 of is which is a non refundable deposit to secure your place)