Grounded in traditional yoga philosophy, our yoga classes offer a holistic practice for body, mind and breath.
Therapeutic Yoga with Lucy Maresh in Shilbottle and Online.
Drawing on inspiration from the natural world and its seasons, Lucy invites you to embrace the ebbs, flows, and changes within yourself. Her intention is to guide you home to your felt sense what feels right, true and is most important to you.
A Space to Be Studio Yoga Classes
Our studio is well equipped, underfloor heated and has a fabulous view. The maximum class size is seven students. Studio classes operate most weeks of the year on a drop-in basis. Classes are always tailored skillfully to meet the level of the participants – everyone is welcome from beginners trying their first class, to fellow teachers looking for a bit of space for themselves.
Evening Practice (Restorative Yoga)
- 6-7pm Tuesday, Wednesday and once a month on Friday (Yoga Supper Club).
Morning Practice (Silence, Sunrise and Surya Namaskar)
- 8-9am Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday (once a month on Sunday).
Yoga for Pregnancy
- Pregnant women are welcome in all classes. For more detailed information about yoga for pregnancy, birth and beyond please visit our Mother and Baby page.
Online Yoga Classes
We embraced Zoom yoga as a way to remain connected during the Covid pandemic. We recognise the importance of keeping this option open for all sort of reasons. Online classes have opened up a fabulous way for us to keep in touch with our community of practitioners living further afield. It is also a great way to sustain your own home practice, wherever you live. Finally, should you be sheltering yourself for any reason, minding children, pets, elderly relations or caring for anyone who can’t be left alone, we especially hope our online classes might be of interest. Please reach out if you need any help getting started.
Being in the Cycles
- 10-11am Sunday, once a month.
Thursday Zoom Yoga Course
- 10-11.30am Thursdays during term time.
On Demand Yoga Videos and Guided Relaxation (A Space to Be App)
- Our Yoga App has an online library of audio and video classes suitable for anyone who wishes to begin or rekindle their yoga journey.
Yoga at Shilbottle Community Hall
Join our uplifting community of yoga practitioners from Shilbottle, Alnwick, Alnmouth, Amble, Warkworth and beyond. We have lots of experience in the group, but it is also a great place to start if you are new to this style of yoga. Typically the class begins and ends lying down or seated with a more challenging standing section in the middle that can be adapted and modified if necessary.
Friday Yoga at Shilbottle Hall
- 10-11.30am Fridays during term time. Block booking is recommended since each term follows a progressive theme, but we understand life can be complex and drop-ins are also welcome. Anyone who books the whole term also gets access to the Thursday Zoom class and recordings.
Weekend Workshops and Yoga Retreats
Yoga Days have a philosophical theme and include active and restorative postures, breathing practices and meditation. The day runs from 10am until 4pm and a light lunch is included (vegan/vegetarian). Those travelling from further afield can make a weekend of it by arranging a retreat with us.
Yoga for You – 1:1 Yoga Therapy
Individual lessons are available for those who are seeking a more personalised approach. Example themes include:
- Stress, Anxiety and Burnout
- Life change, Grief and Loss
- Back pain and Postural Awareness
- Preparation for and Recovery from Surgery
- Well Woman: Periods and Perimenopause
- Pregnancy and Birth
- Postpartum Recovery (babies welcome)
- Restorative Yoga Practitioner Training
- Yoga Teacher Nurture / Mentoring
These sessions are available in person at A Space to Be or online using Zoom.
Inclusion and Accessibility
Please reach out if you would like further information or need any extra help to attend our classes, for example:
- additional props or assistance in class,
- organising a lift to class,
- help with technology,
- financial support (payment plan/reduced fees).
A Space to Be App and Online Yoga Classes
A Space to Be App We believe your home yoga practice should be free from adverts, algorithms and notifications so we created a private online space for you to access Lucy’s audio and video resources. Accessible Yoga at Home How to Access the App In Your Web Browser The app will open on any device…
Being in the Cycles
Being in the Cycles is our monthly online drop-in for yoga and meditation. We follow the seasons of the year and cycles of our lives. We meet every month on the first or second Sunday at 10-11am. You can drop-in to individual classes, or use the session as a monthly ritual of remembering yourself.
A Space to Be Membership
Friends of A Space to Be is for you if you use our App or attend our classes, workshops or retreats on a regular basis. Membership options include monthly, annual, and termly subscriptions, supporting our small business and enabling discounted services for those in need.