We have a great mix of classes and students, our live yoga classes in north Cumbria are small and perfectly formed, and we also have online interactive zoom classes so you can strengthen your practice from the comfort of your own home, wherever that may be!

Pay as you go, no worries, no stress! However, please let us know if you are planning to attend as there is limited availability at some venues. If you would like more details or to have a chat to find the right class for you, please contact us.

 

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.


A yoga class is a group of people discovering and discussing life. See below for information on our classes, or view our calendar to see what’s on when

Weekly Classes Regular Workshops Special Workshops

Classical Hatha Yoga: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Mondays: 10am-11am
Level: All welcome
Availability: PAYG Drop in

Classical Hatha Yoga from the comfort of your own home with Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall. All are welcome.

You may be in your own home, but these classes are still interactive, Sonia checks, corrects and engages with each student. If you are interested in this class, please contact us today for further details and login information.

 



Mixed Ability Classical Rishi Culture Yoga: ZOOM

Where: Mere Syke, Shap
When: Mondays, 10am – 12pm
Level: Mixed Ability
Availability: Limited, please enquire

“A yoga class is a group of people discovering and discussing life.”

This small personalised class at Sonia’s home in Shap has been running for almost 30 years.  A general all round classical class, we move through all of Patanjali’s eight limbs, from posture to philosophy. For those who have done Yoga in the past, and are looking to return again, you would be most welcome to join our class.

Spaces are strictly limited, contact us for more details. Namaste!



Mixed Ability Classical Rishi Culture Yoga: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Mondays, 7 – 8pm
Level: Mixed Ability
Availability: Drop in class

Students have been dropping into this friendly mixed ability class for over 20 years, and now it’s online so you can too! We work on all layers and at all levels of ourselves, doing the best that we can. Whether a beginner, or a yoga teacher, this practice is useful for everyone. All are welcome.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Classical Rishi Culture Yoga

Where: Mere Syke, Shap
When: Wednesdays, 10 – 11:30am
Level: Suitable for all levels - beginners welcome!
Availability: Drop in or advanced booking, term time only

Whether you are a beginner with a keen interest or a previous student wishing to refresh and strengthen the foundations of your Yoga practice, join our lively class to learn Classical Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga with Sonia.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Ayuryoga - where Yoga & Ayurveda meet: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Wednesdays, 7 - 8pm
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Availability: Drop in class, term time only

This intermediate class is for students who desire to go deeper into their practice and the philosophy of Yoga, working more with energy than matter. Suitable for those who have practised yoga for some time, we work on moving from the gross to the subtle.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Yoga and the Challenges of Ageing

Where: Mere Syke, Shap
When: Thursdays, 10am – 11:30am
Level: Mixed Ability
Availability: Limited, please enquire

Specialised over 60s Classical Yoga Class “Yoga is for life.”

This small personalised class is dedicated to students in their later years of life and the challenges, both physical, mental and philosophical, that confront us at this time. If you can breathe – you can do Yoga! (No age limit applies!)

Spaces are strictly limited, contact us for more details. Namaste!



Classical Rishi Culture Yoga

Where: Lazonby Village Hall, Lazonby
When: Thursdays, 7 - 8:30pm
Level: Suitable for all levels
Availability: Drop in class

Whether you are a beginner with a keen interest or a previous student wishing to refresh and strengthen the foundations of your Yoga practice, join our lovely class to learn Classical Rishiculture Ashtanga Yoga with Sonia.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Intermediate Class: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Wednesday evenings, 7-8pm
Level: Intermediate
Availability: PAYG Drop in

Going deeper with the Prana Veyu from the comfort of your own home with Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today for further details and login information.



NEW! Class for Primary Kids: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Thursday afternoons, 4.30 - 5pm
Level: Primary age children (and parents if you like!)
Availability: Free for existing students & kids

Yoga with Baboo!
For the primary school children of all students
Free zoom yoga with Baboo. Remember yoga is about You!

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today for further details and login information.



Total Chillout Yoga Session: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Thursday evenings, 8-9pm
Level: All welcome
Availability: PAYG Drop in

A total chillout unwind and relax session from the comfort of your own home with Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall. Feel free to wear pjs and really get ready to relax! All are welcome.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Wake up call Yoga Session: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Saturday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30am
Level: All welcome
Availability: PAYG Drop in

Energise!

A session to wake yourself up, charge the batteries and be ready for the weekend! All are welcome.

This is a fun class bringing an eclectic mix of all yoga practices together to get you started on a Saturday morning.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Raja Yoga & Meditation Sundays: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Sunday evenings, 6-7pm
Level: All welcome
Availability: PAYG Drop in

From breath to being.

We discover Raja Yoga from the comfort of your own home with Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall.

Creating the environment to withdraw within …going deeper. Ideal for all levels, from beginners to advanced students alike.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today for further details and login information. In addition to our Zoom classes, we will be holding related workshops specialising in certain aspects of our practice live at Sonia’s studio.



Raja Yoga Class: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Sunday evenings, 7-8pm
Level: Intermediate
Availability: PAYG Drop in

We discover Raja Yoga, from Pranayama to Meditation from the comfort of your own home with Yogacharini Sonia Allen-Wall. This class is unsuitable for beginners. Watch out for a new beginner class in the future.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Sunday Satsang Sessions: ZOOM

Where: Live & Online via ZOOM from the comfort of your own home
When: Sunday evenings, 8:15-9:15pm
Level: All are welcome
Availability: FREE to all students

A series of lectures and talks from the mouths of the great gurus! We will explore the words of the old masters and expand our knowledge, outlook and experience of life. Grab a drink and a comfortable space and enjoy! All are welcome.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Raja Yoga Workshops

Where: Soulands Studio, Dacre
When: One Saturday per month, 10am - 12pm
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Availability: Drop in class

“..and NOW Yoga begins. Yoga is the cessation of thought waves in the mind.”

Raja Yoga moves beyond the body, exploring practices and techniques that help to take us from BREATH to BEING. In these workshops, we look at Yoga philosophy and practises that sit between Asana and Meditation and are often overlooked. These practises lead us to a much more profound experience! The Raja workshops are not suitable for beginners but we welcome anyone who would like to be thrown in the deep end!

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Raja Yoga Workshops

Where: Mere Syke, Shap
When: One Sunday per month, 10am - 12pm
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Availability: Drop in class

“..and NOW Yoga begins. Yoga is the cessation of thought waves in the mind.”

Raja Yoga moves beyond the body, exploring practices and techniques that help to take us from BREATH to BEING. In these workshops, we look at Yoga philosophy and practises that sit between Asana and Meditation and are often overlooked. These practises lead us to a much more profound experience! The Raja workshops are not suitable for beginners but we welcome anyone who would like to be thrown in the deep end!

Booking essential as small groups only, available at £20 per workshop. If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



I care, Eye care Workshops

Where: TBA
When: TBA
Level: Open to all
Availability: Contact us for next workshop

In a world where our reliance on screens is increasing and eyesight is deteriorating faster, this workshop shows how to look after and improve your eyesight naturally using techniques from the East and the West; including the Bates method, Acupressure and Ayurvedic techniques. This workshop is suitable for non Yoga students and can be tailored from 3 hours to a full day.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Mantra: the science of sound

Where: TBA
When: TBA
Level: Open to all
Availability: Contact us for next workshop

Mantra means ‘to protect the mind’, protect is from its constant barrage of thoughts using sound. Mantras are not just any sounds, but specially formulated sounds that give off positive vibrations. Sounds far fetched? It’s science – everything in the universe vibrates, sound is vibration, sound created matter …we are all vibrations!

Mantra is most recommend for the Kali Yuga, which is the age we live in, and it’s totally accessible. Suitable for everyone. Mantra is not singing so you don’t need a good voice, just a voice! If you are interested, please let us know as the new dates for 2020 are not yet available. Om Shanti.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Understanding Ayurveda

Where: TBA
When: TBA
Level: Open to all
Availability: Contact us for next workshop

The oldest system of natural medicine and self-help in the world! Ayurveda literally means ‘wisdom of life’. This is a vast subject, but we will be focusing on the principle of ‘let your food be your medicine and your medicine your food’.

Learn about the cosmology of Ayurveda and how it affects you. Discover your unique constitution and best diet …not just by listening but by looking, smelling and tasting!

This is a fun workshop set around a dining table full of food, providing you with knowledge for life. This is not a certificated workshop as its aim is for you personally, not to treat others.

Suitable for all those who want to help themselves. Please register your interest and we will let you know when the next one comes up. Hari Om tat sat



The Subtle Anatomy of Yoga

Where: TBA
When: TBA
Level: Yoga Students
Availability: Contact us for next workshop

Understanding the energy systems behind the physical body and mind; Vayus, Nadis, Koshas and Chakras. This is a two part workshop. Most suitable for every serious yoga student.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Pranayama

Where: TBA
When: TBA
Level: Yoga Students
Availability: Contact us for next workshop

The 4th limb of Patanjali Classical Yoga. Aimed especially at beginners to this subject. Prana is the Energy that forms the basis of Everything. Prana manifests in the body as breath. In this workshop, we will therefore be working on the breath; learning and experiencing different breathing techniques to take us to a greater space and understanding of ourselves.

If you are interested in this class, please contact us today.



Events in November 2022

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
31st October 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Classical Hatha Yoga: ZOOM

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - mixed ability): ZOOM

 1st November 2022 2nd November 2022(1 event)

7:00 pm: Intermediate Class: ZOOM

 3rd November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Yoga and the Challenges of Ageing (over 60s), Shap

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - Beginners), Lazonby

 4th November 2022 5th November 2022(1 event)

9:30 am: Wake up call Yoga: ZOOM

 6th November 2022(1 event)

6:00 pm: Raja Yoga & Meditation Sundays: ZOOM
7th November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Classical Hatha Yoga: ZOOM

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - mixed ability): ZOOM

 8th November 2022 9th November 2022(1 event)

7:00 pm: Intermediate Class: ZOOM

 10th November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Yoga and the Challenges of Ageing (over 60s), Shap

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - Beginners), Lazonby

 11th November 2022 12th November 2022(1 event)

9:30 am: Wake up call Yoga: ZOOM

 13th November 2022(1 event)

6:00 pm: Raja Yoga & Meditation Sundays: ZOOM
14th November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Classical Hatha Yoga: ZOOM

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - mixed ability): ZOOM

 15th November 2022 16th November 2022(1 event)

7:00 pm: Intermediate Class: ZOOM

 17th November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Yoga and the Challenges of Ageing (over 60s), Shap

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - Beginners), Lazonby

 18th November 2022 19th November 2022(1 event)

9:30 am: Wake up call Yoga: ZOOM

 20th November 2022(1 event)

6:00 pm: Raja Yoga & Meditation Sundays: ZOOM
21st November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Classical Hatha Yoga: ZOOM

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - mixed ability): ZOOM

 22nd November 2022 23rd November 2022(1 event)

7:00 pm: Intermediate Class: ZOOM

 24th November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Yoga and the Challenges of Ageing (over 60s), Shap

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - Beginners), Lazonby

 25th November 2022 26th November 2022(1 event)

9:30 am: Wake up call Yoga: ZOOM

 27th November 2022(1 event)

6:00 pm: Raja Yoga & Meditation Sundays: ZOOM
28th November 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Classical Hatha Yoga: ZOOM

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - mixed ability): ZOOM

 29th November 2022 30th November 2022(1 event)

7:00 pm: Intermediate Class: ZOOM

 1st December 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Yoga and the Challenges of Ageing (over 60s), Shap

7:00 pm: Classical Rishi Culture Yoga (drop in - Beginners), Lazonby

 2nd December 2022 3rd December 2022(1 event)

9:30 am: Wake up call Yoga: ZOOM

 4th December 2022(1 event)

6:00 pm: Raja Yoga & Meditation Sundays: ZOOM

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