Classes

What can I expect at a Hatha yoga class?

Hatha yoga means the physical practice of yoga which is postures, breath work and relaxation. There are thousands of yoga postures, all designed to strengthen, stretch and detoxify the muscles, organs and other tissues of the body and to make sure that all the body's wonderful systems are working optimally.

What shall I wear and what shall I bring?

Wear comfortable clothes that you feel good in and can easily stretch in. Layer up so that you can remove layers when you warm up and then get cosy for the relaxation. Due to Covid 19, you are required to bring your own equipment. Bring a yoga mat - I recommend the YogaMad website for their equipment. you may also want to bring a yoga block, belt and a blanket.

Can I do it?

As there are so many postures to choose from, there will always be suitable poses and modifications for you regardless of what you think you can or can't do. The simple answer is, absolutely anyone can do Hatha yoga. I have worked with people from age 3 to 83 at every level of physical fitness, including those with cancer, ME, COPD, frozen shoulder and chronic pain.

What will we do and what are the benefits?

We will usually start off with seated or lying poses, move to weight bearing and standing poses, and finish off with mat-based stretching and strengthening. When the postures are done mindfully there is another added benefit - we develop focus, self-knowledge, release blocked emotions like stress, anger and fear from the body and we are able to make friends with the body. Although doing postures can help you to tone up and lose weight, It's not about changing the way you look, it's about loving the way you are. ​ Through breath work and relaxation we can develop a sense of calm, ease and well being. In every session we will practice mindful breathing and try breathing techniques designed to improve respiration and induce a sense of calm, steadiness and well being. The session will end with a guided relaxation where you release unnecessary effort and stress from the body and mind.

Victory Hall, Westfield Rd, Uphill, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 4XG

Located on a quiet street in the village of Uphill. You can find Victory Hall almost opposite the village shop. There's a car park for visitors and also street parking nearby. The hall is cool in the Summer and really cosy and warm in the Winter. It's a peaceful, clean community space where you always feel welcome. When you arrive for class, use the smaller door near the car park at the back of the building to enter the hall.

Broadoak Academy Dance Studio, Windwhistle Lane, Weston-super-Mare BS23 4NP

The dance studio at Broadoak Academy is situated conveniently near to the entrance on Windwhistle Lane, near Uphill. There is room for 12 people to do yoga and there's plenty of parking available.

Tell me more about your monthly memberships

New Starters Yoga Membership - Online and in-person Thinking of trying out yoga? If you are new to Yoga by Nature you can sign up for a whole month of unlimited yoga at the Newbie's highly discounted rate. The Newbie pass is designed for you to try as many classes as you wish to without breaking the bank. Each class is valued at £6 - £8 and you can come to as many as you want! Choose from 5 weekly in person and online classes ​Online with Zoom: £10 In-person and online: £15 ​ In-person classes take place at Hans Price Sports Centre, Victory Hall, Uphill and the Healthy Living Centre +++++ Monthly Yoga Membership - Online and in-person options *NEW* Family and couples membership available If you come to yoga three times per month or more, this option makes your yoga class as cheap as £2-£3 per class and there are five weekly classes to choose from, plus two 30 min weekly classes to stream included in the all-inclusive membership! Set your membership to auto-renew, so you don't have to worry about re-enrolling. Here's what you get: Online membership: £22.50 per month. Access to five weekly online classes per month with Morven. Classes take place on Zoom and if you keep your video on you can receive personal guidance on your practice. ​ ​All-inclusive membership: £30 per month. Access to all online and in-person classes plus two 30 min Bite Sized yoga classes to stream as many times as you like. In-person classes take place at Hans Price Sports Centre, Victory Hall, Uphill and the For All Healthy Living Centre. ​ Couples membership: £50 per month Family membership (up to four family members): £80 per month

Tell me about Private / One to One classes

Morven has worked extensively on a one to one basis with clients who want to begin yoga or advance their existing practice. She has helped people with cancer, COPD, ME and severe injuries to overcome limitations through their yoga and mindfulness practice. One to one yoga classes are a great way to deepen your practice, or to receive a personalised programme for rehabilitation if you have suffered illness or injury. Morven has worked extensively as a personal yoga trainer to help people overcome the effects of illness and injury such as cancer, COPD, ME, anxiety, insomnia, depression, back pain and frozen shoulder.
She also has a wealth of experience working closely with yoga practitioners to help them to deepen and hone their practice, and broaden their knowledge of yoga. Private yoga classes can help you to advance your practice - whether you are interested in private yoga lessons with a view to joining a group class, or whether you are looking for one-to-one yoga to fine tune your home practice.
If you have some friends who would like the attention gained from attending a small group session, then this can also be arranged.
Personal yoga sessions can take place at your home if you have room to practice there, or in a hired space. ​ You will receive: A free consultation which will take place either on a call or in-person preceding your first class A one-hour session, unless arranged otherwise Your own personalised yoga sequence to do in your own time. The length of the sequence will be discussed with you during your consultation An optional audio/ video recording of your class which you can listen to or watch on your device An optional audio/ video recording of your personalised sequence to practise along with
Cost: £50 per hour
Concessions are available to those who are on sick leave from work. Please ask if you need to negotiate a lower rate due to the financial impact of illness or covid-19.
Booking: Please call Morven 07938 889028 or email info@yogabynature.org or book on the Appointments tab on your Wellness Living account. ​ A gift voucher is available for you to purchase a one to one class for a loved one. Visit the gift page. Use the contact form below to enquire for further details and book your class.

What is Hatha Yoga?

What to expect at a Hatha yoga class Hatha yoga means the physical practice of yoga which is postures, breath work and relaxation. There are thousands of yoga postures, all designed to strengthen, stretch and detoxify the muscles, organs and other tissues of the body and make sure that all the body's wonderful systems are working optimally. What shall I wear, and what shall I bring? Wear comfortable clothes that you feel good in and can easily stretch in. Layer up so that you can remove layers when you warm-up and then get cosy for the relaxation. Due to Covid 19, you are required to bring your own equipment. Bring a yoga mat - I recommend the YogaMad website for their equipment. You may also want to bring a yoga block, belt and a blanket. Who can do it? As there are so many postures to choose from, there will always be suitable poses and modifications for you regardless of what you think you can or can't do. The simple answer is, absolutely anyone can do Hatha yoga. I have worked with people from age 3 to 83 at every level of physical fitness, including those with cancer, ME, COPD, frozen shoulder and chronic pain. What will we do and what are the benefits? We will usually start with seated or lying poses, move to weight-bearing and standing postures, and finish off with mat-based stretching and strengthening. When the postures are practised mindfully there is another added benefit - we develop focus, self-knowledge, release blocked emotions like stress, anger and fear from the body, and we are able to make friends with the body. Although doing postures can help you tone up and lose weight, It's not about changing the way you look; it’s about loving the way you are. Through breathwork and relaxation, we can develop a sense of calm, ease and well being. In every session, we will practice mindful breathing and try breathing techniques designed to improve respiration and induce a sense of calm, steadiness and well being. The session will end with a guided relaxation where you release unnecessary effort and stress from the body and mind. Mindfulness and Meditation You will be introduced to short 5-10 minute mindfulness meditations such as mindfulness of the breath and the body scan, a lying down meditation. Meditation will be presented in an accessible way which is doable for everyone. There is nothing mystical about meditation; it’s just simply paying attention.

What is Gentle Yoga?

Gentle yoga is a slower-paced, less physically challenging version of a mainstream Hatha yoga class. It is based on the poses of Hatha and incorporates all of the stretches and strengthening work needed to make it a complete yoga practise for health, strength and vitality. We move gently and mindfully and pay attention to the breath. Morven has years of experience working with seniors and those recovering from illness and injury. Gentle yoga is a good start for you if you are looking for a therapeutic movement programme and relaxation tools.

What is Restorative Yoga?

Restorative Yoga is a relaxing, meditative approach often using props such as blankets and bolsters, supporting the body to gently release instead of actively stretching. Sometimes we will be flowing through mindful movement with the breath; sometimes the postures are held for a few minutes. Being physically held in the posture and rocked softly by your breath allows muscular and emotional tension to evaporate, leaving you feeling clear and with a sense of heightened wellbeing. Suitable for those interested in improving body awareness and benefiting mainly from the stress-reducing effects of yoga practice. Bring a mat, blanket, cushion, belt and a yoga bolster if you have one.

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is an attitude to life, meditation is the training we do to cultivate this attitude. Taken from the Buddhist worldview, Mindfulness has guided people over millennia to create a peaceful and meaningful life for themselves. The philosophies of yoga and mindfulness are historically intertwined, and an understanding of the Mindfulness model can help to enrich your yoga and your teaching. For many, Mindfulness with its uniquely non-judgmental yet compassionate view of reality, is the key to taking yoga off the mat and into the world. You will learn the concepts that underpin the theory, how to practice Mindfulness and to mindfully language and deliver your yoga classes

Tell me more about the 'Class pass' options

4 Class Pass (Saturdays only) - Online & In-person
Save money and effort by purchasing a class pass for Saturday morning Yoga sessions at Hans Price Academy and on Zoom. Class takes place every Saturday 9.30 - 10.30am. The four-class pass costs £24 and gives you a £2 saving on the drop-in rate of £8. From your first visit with your pass, use your remaining sessions within three months. Make sure you book online so that the booking system can keep track of sessions used. +++++ 8 Class Pass - Online & In-person If you would like to come to class regularly but can't commit to paying monthly, a cheaper way to attend is to buy a class pass for. This gives you a saving of between £9 and £12 on classes. With the 8 class pass you can attend the weekly drop-in classes (see restrictions for the online option). Use your 8 sessions within 12 months. Pre-booking is essential

Tell me more about the 'Drop-In' options

For those of you who would like more flexibility, or if you just want to come and try out the class for a while before becoming a member, you can drop into any of the weekly classes. Pre-booking is essential as class sizes are limited. Morven teaches a variety of classes every week online and in and around Weston-super-Mare, including Hatha, Gentle Yoga and Restorative Yoga.

Tell me more about Saturday Yoga Membership

Attend Saturday morning Yoga classes at Hans Price Academy or online.

If you attend weekly this means your Saturday Yoga class costs you just £5, a 40% saving on the in-person drop-in rate of £8, and you still save £1 per class if you're on the online plan!

Your membership will automatically renew every month, so you don't have to worry about organising payment at all after initial sign-up.

If you prefer to come less regularly to Yoga, take a look at the Saturday 4 class pass which is £24 and allows you to attend four classes within 3 months (£6per session).

Tell me more about the 'On-demand' (Bite Size) options

1 Week - On-demand (Bite size) The one-week BIte Sized pass gives you access to 2 x 30 min pre-recorded classes to do for one week in your own time. Classes are streamed through Vimeo. You will receive a link to all three of the week's classes on Monday and you can do them as may times as you like throughout the week. +++++ Monthly - On-demand (Bite size) The monthly Bite Sized pass gives you access to 2 x 30 min pre-recorded classes to do every week in your own time. Classes are streamed through Vimeo. You will receive a link to the week's classes each Monday and you can do them as may times as you like. The classes stay live for 3 months, when they are archived. Archive access is paid at £30 for lifetime access to 42 classes and £50 for unlimted access to over 70 classes.

Tell me more about the courses you offer

Morven teaches regular courses in Beginners Yoga, Mindfulness for Stress and Mindfulness for Health. Groups are kept to a maximum of 12 participants in the yoga course and 10 participants in the Mindfulness courses to ensure you receive the highest quality of teaching in a friendly and informal environment. Look out for the early bird offers on courses for those who book well in advance!

What Covid 19 measures are you taking?

As an extra safety measure I am no longer supplying the equipment, so it's necessary for you to bring your own mat to class. For restorative yoga, I will supply bolsters which are then quarantined in between sessions. Sanitiser is supplied for you, and the rooms (including the toilets) are cleaned down before and after class. You can come to your yoga class feeling secure that every measure has been taken to ensure your safety. If you prefer to stay at home you can always practice at home on Zoom instead.