While schools are on holiday over Easter, some Yogawest teachers are taking a break, and we are running a reduced timetable from 2–14 April.
See the list of Easter holiday classes below and as usual check and book your favourite classes on the online timetable.
Our timetabled classes are running online until 17 June 2021. In-house classes restart on 18 June. STOP PRESS We hope to offer an online ‘extra’ class option over alongside our in-house classes: watch this space for details tbc.
Please book your online class as usual in your Yogawest account: you can use your existing packs or choose to pay the full or a reduced fee.
Thank you to the wonderful Yogawest teachers who have been looking after the Yogawest community online during the pandemic: we know how challenging it has been and are full of admiration of how you have all coped and adapted and blossomed in the virtual world. It is clear that we ALL want to get back to real life classes as soon as we can!
Many of our regulars have wanted to pay for their online classes at the full class fee during the pandemic which is very much appreciated, but we do recognise that not everyone can do that, so we offer an ‘Online Reduced Rate’ class pack giving (approximately) a third off most classes.
Online class reduced rate £10 Available for classes (up to 90mins) that are usually in the studio and are run online during lockdown.
Online 2-hr class reduced rate £15 Available for classes (up to 90mins) that are usually in the studio and are run online during lockdown.
See the schedule of our classes here, click on a class to see full details and make a booking.
Set up your Yogawest account here
How do I book? Click on the class you want to attend on the Yogawest calendar, then follow the instructions.
How do I get into a Zoom class? You will receive a confirmation email when you book with a link to the class in your Yogawest account: click the orange ‘video stream button’ to access the class. (You can also just click on the class on the Yogawest calendar page and log into your account).
Do I need a Zoom account? No, if you don’t have one you can access the class via your browser.
Cancellations If you cancel before 24 hours of the start of an online class, your account will be re-credited with one class for re-use within the validity of the pack purchased. No credit is given if cancelled within 24 hours of the start of class, but do please cancel your place in your Yogawest account so we know not to expect you. Changes to your booking must be made by you in your account, regrettably Yogawest cannot action these for you by phone or email.
Minimum Numbers If numbers are low, class may not be able to run, in which case you will receive an email to let you know and your account will be re-credited.
Cover The class teacher may change to another Iyengar-qualified teacher if cover is required.
Thank you to everyone for your continued support, we hope to see you back in the Yogawest building again before too long.
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Response at Yogawest, updated 14/7/20
Due to the global coronavirus crisis, following UK Government instruction on Monday evening 23 March 2020, all operations at Yogawest were frozen and Yogawest is currently closed.
During this time we are monitoring emails and social media where possible, but may not be able to respond immediately until we are up and running again.
The good newsThe Government has now given us permission to re-open Yogawest on 27 July. More details here
We are making structural and procedural changes at Yogawest in order to comply with government guidelines and enable everyone to be safe within the building and in class. This means a lot of change and things won’t be quite the same as they used to be. We will need full support from the teachers, receptionists and students to follow the new rules when we re-open. We know from the amazing offers of help we’ve had that the Yogawest community is eager for us to re-open when possible.
Rest assured that all Yogacards will be extended, postponed events will be rescheduled in due course, and refunds granted if the revised dates are not suitable, but this process may take a few weeks.
Further details will be published here as we have them.
When will Yogawest re-open?
We expect this to be Monday 27 July.
How do I get the Yogawest newsletter?
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Are there any online classes running?
Yes! Online classes are listed here: book your class directly with the teacher. Bobby Clennell is teaching another online workshop for the Yogawest community and friends on the afternoon of 5th September, booking opens shortly.
How do I extend my Yogacard?
If you have a (pre-Covid19) Yogacard, first register with our booking system here then email us with a photo of your Yogacard to request a credit transfer to your account. Please bear with us as we process these changes: it might take a little time to catch up. This scheme ended on 27th October 2020!
What about postponed workshops?
As we take the first few steps towards re-opening, our priority is to launch our new non-contact booking system (you can register here) so we can launch classes and events when possible, and apply credits for unused Yogacard classes.
We cannot process any refunds until we are re-open. Courses, workshops and events will be re-scheduled where possible and refunds made according to the event t&cs if the dates are unsuitable.
Continuing your yoga practice
Those with a regular yoga practice know how important it is for health and wellbeing. We are doing what we can to help you to keep practising:
– Some Yogawest teachers are offering online classes
– Have a look at our home practice ideas.
Thank you!
We have done our best to respond to the challenges that coronavirus has presented. Many thanks to Nicola, Andy, Jon and Lou who implemented an outstanding cleaning routine while classes were still running in March, executed with rubber gloves and a smile. Thank you also to the teachers who continued to turn up to teach while class numbers were dwindling. Thank you to the students who told us that while we could keep classes running they would keep coming, to those who have offered practical help towards our re-opening and to all of you that have sent the many messages of support, love and goodwill.
We send our love to all Yogawest teachers, students and friends during this challenging time. We hope to see you all before too long.
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Edgar teaches a monthly pranayama class at Yogawest on a Friday morning. Suitable for all levels.
Next Class 3 April
Read more here
Pranayama practices manipulate the breath in various ways: extending or shortening the lengths of inhalation and exhalation.
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During half term 17–21 February, most courses and termtime classes take a break. Download a full half term class timetable here
Check updated class details on the online timetable.
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The weekly classes run as usual at Yogawest during half terms, it’s just the termtime and courses that take a break.
Download a pdf of the classes running here
The classes running are listed below; please always check class details which are updated weekly on the online timetable.
Saturday 15 / Sun 16 Feb
All classes running as normal
Monday 17 Feb
9.30 – 11.00 Intermediate
10–11.30 General
17.45–19.15 Intermediate
19.30–21.00 General
Tuesday 18 Feb
9.30–11 General
18.15–19.45 General
19.15–20.30 Beginners
20.00–21.30 Intermediate
Wednesday 19 Feb
10–11.30 General
11.45–13.15 General
18.00–19.15 Beginners
19.30-21.00 General
Thursday 20 Feb
10–12.00 Intermediate, men welcome
17.00–18.30 General
18.15–19.30 Beginners
18.45–20.15 General
Friday 21 Feb
9.30–11 General
10–12.00 Experienced
12.15–13.45 General
18.00–19.30 Restorative
Saturday 22 Feb / Sun 23 Feb
All classes running as normal
The full timetable restarts on Friday 3rd January, download your copy here or pick up a copy at reception. Full up-to-date details are on the online timetable.
NOTE that some termtime and courses start later: check termtime classes dates and course dates.
Yogawest offers some classes to those with low wages (eg NHS, students) and operates on a fairplay basis to those who cannot afford to come to class otherwise. Classes currently listed include the 4.30 Friday class and the Saturday 4pm class and details are updated regularly here.
January is a busy time at Yogawest and some classes can get quite full: this makes for a great atmosphere – seasoned yoga practitioners usually enjoy busy classes. However, some people prefer quieter classes and we regularly update our list of current quiet classes here
Yogawest offers one-to-one classes for people who want a little more attention, perhaps because of a particular injury, or those who are unable to attend group classes. Classes are by arrangement, and are usually an hour long. More info here
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Classes running over the Festive Season 23 December–2 JanuaryC
lasses are running every day throughout the holiday period at Yogawest, except on Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Download the Christmas Timetable 2019
A big thank you to the Yogawest teachers who are keeping classes going over the festive period.
The updated Yogawest timetable resumes on Thursday 3rd January 2020, printed copies will be available to download online from mid December.
NOTE Check course and termtime start dates online as they may differ:
Termtime dates listed here
Course dates listed here
Many of our usual classes are still running over the festive period, but as teachers are fewer on the ground, some classes are not on.
To make things simpler, and to include everyone in our plans, many classes are billed as general level – this means that ALL are welcome, whatever your experience or ability (the teacher will adapt the class accordingly). Beginners are encouraged to general classes: just let the teacher know you are new and they will look after you.
Some of our usual teachers are taking a well-earned break over Christmas, and recharging their batteries for the New Year. All classes are being taught by fully certified Yogawest Iyengar teachers.
Download the reduced Christmas 2019 timetable here
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The updated full timetable begins on Saturday 31 August, download your copy here or pick up a copy at reception from 15 August.
NOTE that some termtime and courses start later: check termtime classes dates and course dates.
There are some small changes this Autumn, with highlights as follows:
Naomi Maggs now teaches two classes on Wednesday evenings: the Beginners class starts at 6pm and her new General class starts at 7.30pm.
Sarah Dietz joins the Yogawest team and is teaching the Beginners class on Tuesday evenings at starts at 7.15pm, two teenager classes on Thursday afternoons and some Foundation courses.
Cleo Edwards is back on the timetable, teaching the Beginners class on Saturday afternoons at 4pm and some Foundation courses.
Yogawest offers some classes to those with low wages (eg NHS, students) and operates on a fairplay basis to those who cannot afford to come to class otherwise. Classes currently listed include the 4.30 Friday class and the Saturday 4pm class and details are updated regularly here.
Yogawest offers one-to-one classes for people who want a little more attention, perhaps because of a particular injury, or those who are unable to attend group classes. Classes are by arrangement, and are usually an hour long. More info here
Autumn is a busy time at Yogawest and some classes can get quite full: this makes for a great atmosphere – seasoned yoga practitioners usually enjoy busy classes. However, some people prefer quieter classes and we regularly update our list of current quiet classes here
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