Unique Approach

Unique approach


Each day and group are different and therefore each class is different.

Deeper Understanding

Deeper understanding


From philosophy to quantum physics, a wholistic approach to teaching.

Don't lose the plot!

Don’t lose the plot!


Yoga is about discovering your true self and the nature of Reality.

Welcome to the Ancient Art of Yoga with Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall

Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall is a senior teacher of Classical Rishi Culture Yoga, taught by the late great Dr Swami Gitananda Giri, teaching advanced Yoga practice and Yoga philosophy. Sonia is also a qualified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counsellor, Yoga Therapist and Clinical Reflexologist based in Shap, Cumbria, on the edge of the beautiful Lake District in the North of England.

Sonia has spent a lifetime researching and exploring the ancient roots of Yoga and the nature of Reality, studying around the world alongside some of the great gurus of our time and has been sharing her knowledge and experience with students and teachers throughout Cumbria for over 30 years.

Whether you wish to learn Yoga from scratch, to strengthen your foundations, to advance your practice or to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of Self, Sonia welcomes you to join our merry group of students on this journey of life! Read more about our classes and workshops here. With live yoga classes in Shap and Lazonby, workshops in Dacre, and online ZOOM yoga classes open to all, there’s something for everyone no matter where you are based.




About the teacher


Inspired by her guru, Swami Gitinanda Giri, Sonia has practiced Yoga for over 30 years.

About the teacher

Satsang with Sonia!


Sonia is passionate about all things Yoga. Learn, question and contribute to the blog.

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Yoga Classes & Workshops


Find out more about our latest classes and workshops for all ages and stages.

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News

A torch is no use to a blind man

After spending some time searching through various Yoga books and catalogues, old and new, writings Ancient and Modern, even venturing online and trawling through internet sales, the Yoga teacher gasped.   “Ooh wow, I have the chance to bid on an original copy of the Rig Veda… yes the Rig Veda! The oldest writings known… Read more »