Category Archives: Yoga

Course Start Dates

Posted on January 30, 2020

Courses running at Yogawest Feb-April 2020

The following specialist classes run as courses and as numbers are limited, must be pre-booked to secure your place. Click on the links below to read more and to book your place, or call us on 0117 924 3330.

Drop-in may be possible for some courses once they are confirmed as running (check with us), but please note that Yogacards are not valid for courses, and a drop-in fee is charged.

Monday
Gentle 2pm; course 24/2 – 30/3
Beginners 11.15am course 24/2 – 30/3
Teenagers 4.15pm; course 24/2 – 30/3
Young Adults 5.10pm; course 24/2 – 30/3
Foundation 7.45pm; 5-week course 2/3 – 30/3

 

Tuesday
Early 7am; course 25/2 – 31/3
Gentle11.15am; course 25/2 – 31/3
Children’s yoga  4.15pm; course 25/2 – 31/3
Children’s yoga  5pm; course 25/2 – 31/3
Foundation 6pm; 5-week course 3/3 -31/3

 

Thursday
Teenagers 4.15pm; course 27/3 – 2/4
Teenagers 5.10pm; course 27/3 – 2/4
Foundation Plus 7.45pm 5-week course 27/3 – 26/3

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Beginners Courses

Posted on January 30, 2020

Beginners Courses at Yogawest

Although there are plenty of drop-in beginner classes on the Yogawest timetable, some people prefer to come to the same class every week following a course structure in which they can be guided through a series of classes over several weeks.

Beginner course are suitable for complete beginners, returners or those graduating from a foundation course.

Beginners course run during termtimes at Yogawest:
Monday 11.15–12.30pm

 

Read more details here.

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Children’s Yoga Classes at Yogawest

Posted on January 30, 2020

Children’s Yoga

Rosenwyn_tree-pose-lrJocasta Crofts teaches two Children’s Yoga classes at Yogawest on Tuesdays: beginners start in the 4.15pm class (Level 1), and those with more experience come to the 5pm (Level 2) class.

Level 1, Yoga for 6 – 11s

Tuesdays 4.15 til 5pm

This is a beginner class which offers a fun introduction to yoga. Combining storytelling, yoga games and classic yoga poses, Jocasta is a warm and creative teacher who gives individual attention to each child in the class.

Level 2, Yoga for 6 – 11s 

Tuesdays, 5 til 5.45pm

This group learn enjoyable, flowing yoga sequences, sometimes energetic, sometimes calming and all sessions end with relaxation.

 

 

Classes are limited to 12 children and booking in advance is required.

Dates now available for January – Feb 2020 – Full details here

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Teen Yoga Courses

Posted on January 20, 2020

Teen Yoga Courses

We have three Teen Yoga courses running every school term.

 

These classes are very popular and pre-booking is required to secure your place. Newcomers can book to try out a class, and if they like it they can sign up for the remainder of the course.

Monday 4.15 – 5pm with Diana
Thursday 4.15 – 5.05pm with Sarah
Thursday 5.10 – 6pm with Sarah

Read More here

We also have a Young Adult class on Mondays 5.10 – 6pm

Read More here

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Introduction to Yoga FREE CLASS 18 Jan

Posted on January 16, 2020

Saturday 18th January 2.30pm

Are you interested in finding out more about yoga? We invite you to come to this free 60 minute class at Yogawest, as part of the National Iyengar Yoga Day.

You will be guided through this introductory class by Cleo, who teaches a 5-week foundation course and beginner classes at Yogawest. This is a chance to learn a few foundation yoga poses, and get a sense of what to expect in a yoga class. Cleo will explain along the way how yoga can benefit you, and there will be a chance to ask questions at the end.

All equipment provided, wear clothing that you can move in, leggings and T-shirt ideal; yoga is a bare foot activity.

Time 2.30–3.30pm

Level Suitable for all newcomers

Cost Free

How to Book Booking is advised for this class as we expect it to be popular. Book your place by emailing reception or call us on 0117 924 3330.

Drop-in may be possible on the day: should the class be full, you will be offered a free place to the 4pm beginners class instead.

Please arrive at least 10/15 mins early to register and secure your place.

 

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Full timetable resumes 3rd January 2020

Posted on December 22, 2019

The Spring timetable at Yogawest

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.

Low cost classes

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.

Quieter classes

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

1:1 classes

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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Farewell to Harry

Posted on December 18, 2019

We wish you well and will miss you !

Harry said “Bristol has been the best years of my life and yoga is the best of Bristol”

Harry has been coming to a weekly class with Jess and Melroy since he started yoga at the age of 96 a few years ago.

It’s been a joy to have Harry in class at Yogawest and he has inspired younger newcomers to the Gentle class with his ‘can-do’ attitude, agility and quick wit.

A huge thank you is due to Jess and Melroy who have guided Harry through his yoga practice at Yogawest, with patience and great caring.

We threw Harry a tea party to celebrate his retirement from yoga classes this Autumn at the amazing age of 99. It was great to let him know how much we’ve enjoyed having him at Yogawest over the last few years: Harry is truly an example to us all!

 

 

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Christmas Timetable 2019

Posted on December 10, 2019

Classes running over the Festive Season 23 December–2 January

Cxmastreepose-150x150lasses 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

Which classes are running?

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.

Which classes are suitable?

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.

Who is teaching?

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.

Timetable for your fridge

Download the reduced Christmas 2019 timetable here

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Giftcards from Yogawest

Posted on November 7, 2019

Giftcards for Christmas

We are offering 10% off Foundation Courses or a Yogacard-6 (6 yoga classes) when buying them as a gift this December.

Yogacard-6s are usually £60, so with 10% off will be £54.

Foundation courses are usually £49, and with the discount will be £44.

Giftcards must be purchased before 31 December to claim the 10% discount.

Call us on 0117 924 3330 to purchase (or drop in to reception).

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Yogawest on Bristol TV

Posted on October 9, 2019

TV coverage of the Bristol Yoga Trail

Bristol TV came to talk to us about the 2019 Bristol Yoga Trail, many thanks to Katy and the Tuesday morning class!

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