Yoga in the Community

Tuesdays

Private Tuition + 1:1 Mentoring Available

ONLINE + In Person at Ashburton or Dartington, Devon

Wednesdays

9-10am Vinyasa Flow

10.15-11.15am YinYang Yoga

In Person at Spirit Ash Studio, Ashburton, Devon.

8-9pm Monthly ONLINE Womb Mandala Healing

ONLINE At New World Women Collective

Thursdays

9.30-10am Monthly ONLINE Mudra Magic

ONLINE At New World Women Collective

10.30-11.45am YACEP CPD Courses ONLINE via Zoom

Fridays

Private Tuition + 1:1 Mentoring Available

ONLINE + In Person at Ashburton or Dartington, Devon

1-2.15pm YACEP CPD Courses ONLINE via Zoom

Saturdays

10am-5pm Monthly CPD 1 Day Courses

9-5.30pm Monthly 200hrs TT Courses

In Person at The Shala, London

Sundays

Monthly Shala Sanctuary Retreat Days + Workshops

9-5.30pm Monthly 200hrs TT Course

ONLINE + In Person at The Shala, London

Yoga Styles

  • Yoga Rhythm

    Yoga Rhythm encompasses ‘vibration of life’ bringing yoga alive through practicing Yoga Based Sequences choreographed to music, Meditation, Mantra + Mudra applications and Breath work all threaded with an intention of your choice.

    To ensure you leave feeling fully balanced in the heart, mind + body we apply the theory of the ‘Koshas’ (the 5 layers of the being): Physical Body (Annamaya), Breath Body (Pranamaya), Emotional Body (Mannomaya), Higher Wisdom Body (Vijnamaya), Bliss Body (Anandamaya) to the practice.

    A true journey to self through the application of yoga. Often classes are accompanied with essences of sacred sound instruments especially to close e.g koshi chimes, hand pan drum, rain shaker and vocals. (This is a WHOLE BEING PRACTICE)

  • True Alignment Yoga

    A wonderful opportunity to learn how to educate oneself on rebalancing the body through postural awareness using props, walls, belts, blocks. To reactivate forgotten muscles to support your skeletal system.

    If we learn how to protect our bodies we can prevent our bodies from wear and tear, injuries and reduce illness within. Focusing on postures to bring balance to the brain, spine, shoulders, core, hips and knees.

    This class would be of benefit to those suffering with Arthritis, Dementia, Parkinson’s, Mental Health but also for those wishing to prevent deterioration in the mind and body. True Alignment in your mind, heart + body. (This is a more PHYSICAL ANATOMICAL PRACTICE)

  • Vinyasa Flow

    This is a familiar practice to many, enjoying a free flowing practice at a pace that is mindful, safe and brings harmony to the mind, body and spirit. A great way to start the day - lengthening, awakening all facets of the body, bringing strength, dynamic and challenge to oneself to push new boundaries.

    Often the classes will have an intention to reflect the season, week for example or an intention on the body ie hip opening sequence ...every week the class has a different intention but with a similar structure and format to enjoy and witness progression. A typical class structure would include; Breathwork (Pranayama), Opening Sequences (Vinyasa Kramas), Sun Salutations and Variations, inversion (suited to all abilities), Arm Balance (optional) and Relaxation.

  • YinYang Yoga

    Yin Yang Yoga blends two styles of yoga into one practice – bringing together the benefits of passively holding yoga poses with more dynamic sequences and standing postures. Yin and Yang are the Taoist concepts which describe the two relative qualities present in everything.

    Yin is more internal, passive, cooling and downward. Yang is more external, dynamic, warming and upward. When these terms are applied in yoga, Yin Yoga is a slower practice where poses are passively held for longer.

    It works on the deep, dense (Yin) connective tissues and joints in the body. Yang Yoga, in contrast, refers to a more active practice. This works on the (Yang) muscles and blood flow, building strength, stamina and flexibility. Yang styles of yoga are those with rhythm and repetition like Vinyasa Flow.

  • AcroYoga

    AcroYoga is a fusion of yoga and acrobatics. It takes elements from yoga such as presence, connectedness, breath, and mindfulness. Mixes it with elements from acrobatics such as technique and athleticism. Acroyoga is a partner activity where you share your practice with others.

    Acroyoga includes many types of (mostly recreational) partner and group acrobatics in which at least someone is lifted. As such, it also draws on traditions of circus arts, cheerleading, and Dance Acro. AcroYoga is more vigorous than many traditional forms of yoga as exercise and may lead to more injuries.

    ‘The Fundamentals’ AcroYoga Workshop Series Coming Soon! Would you like to be added to the waiting list to be notified of forthcoming dates 1st?

  • Gentle Healing Yoga

    This brings the power of self healing aspect in yoga, come and enjoy a class including the following ;

    Withdrawal of the senses (Pratyhara), Breathwork (Pranayama), Cleansing Techniques (Kriyas), Mindfulness (Dharana), Yoga 'Sleep' (Yoga Nidra), Sacred Sound Yoga (Instruments + Vocals - Nada Yoga) + Meditation (Dhyana).

  • Mudra Magic

    Mudra's are hand gestures, a mudra is a symbolic or ritual gesture or pose in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. While some mudras involve the entire body, most are performed with the hands and fingers. The way we place our hands works with the energy lines of the body to create an energetic seal and either bring energy into the body or support the body to release.

    Each month Charli will share with you various mudras according to the female Infradian Rhythm cycle to optimise wellbeing for women.

  • Community Charity Yoga Class

    Last Sunday of every month Charli leads a donation based Online Community Yoga Class in collaboration with @TheShalaLondon

    All proceeds are donated to the charity chosen for the season. This class is suitable for all levels and abilities. Class will be recorded for those who miss the LIVE session.

  • Pranayama - Breath work

    Each month Charli will offer a 30’ class to explore breath work and learn the powerful benefits ‘consciously’ breathing can have on our health and wellbeing. Some of the wonderful benefits; energising, relaxing, mental balance and clarity.

200hr Yoga Teacher Training September ‘24 - March ‘25 London

In studio with some blended content

The Shala School of Yoga’s 200-hour yoga teacher training programme has been described by past graduates as “transformational”, “life-changing” and “mind-blowing”.  Our carefully curated Yoga Alliance accredited programme with an  experienced and dedicated teaching faculty will take practitioners deeper into their yoga practice, instilling teaching skills and knowledge and nurturing a new generation of authentic teachers.

The yoga teaching faculty comprises some of the UK’s most experienced and inspirational teachers including Gingi LeeCharli Van Ness and Melanie Cooper, all of whom have E-RYT-500 status, plus Dr Matthew Clark and an impressive line up of guest teachers.  The course offers a solid foundation for all yogi/nis, whether you know you wish to teach yoga, or you are primarily looking to enrich your own personal yoga journey.  

Led by Gingi Lee + Charli Van Ness @theshalalondon

For more information on forthcoming Teacher Trainings and Open Days >>

Private Tuition + Mentoring

Private Tuition :

Whether you are new to yoga or are an experienced teacher. Private Tuition is a wonderful opportunity to be supported in an exclusive setting. Learn various skills whether its posture, breathwork or even singing sacred songs related. Charli can help you feel happy, comfortable and empowered to take the next step on your yoga journey.

Yoga Mentoring :

For Yoga Teachers looking to teach again after a break, or have only just recently qualified and are needing a little extra support to bring confidence into your teaching or you are seeking to learn additional tools to bring to your classes. Charli offers a mentoring service to help support teachers.

Charli also offers a Business Yoga Mentoring Service on the more methodological side of running a yoga business.

For more information on Private Tuition + Mentoring >>