introductory yoga offer
Explore our varied yoga schedule with our new student yoga offer. For £39 enjoy 30 days of yoga and discover our range of classes and talented team of teachers.
introductory pilates offer
Pilates enhances core strength, mobilises the spine and offers all-round body conditioning. Explore our Pilates schedule with a 30 days for £39 pass.
the shala sanctuary
A slow moving and contemplative class giving space to connect with your inner world, feed your soul and restore yourself to well-being.
ashtanga mysore self practice
Our ashtanga Mysore self practice programme runs six days a week, including early mornings.
yoga teacher training
The Shala School of Yoga 200-hour accredited yoga teacher training programmes feature an inspiring line up of highly-experienced teachers.
pregnancy yoga classes
Our ante-natal yoga classes and workshops have supported and nurtured hundreds of South London women through pregnancy and birth. View our short film.
teens yoga
Our teens classes offer a safe space to build confidence and self awareness.
mother & baby classes
We offer uplifting yoga classes for mother and baby to help with post-natal rehabilitation and bonding with your baby.
30 days YOGA for £39
30 days of Yoga for £39 (limited to one class a day, excludes Pilates, Pre-Post-Natal and Kids/Teens classes).
30 days PILATES for £39
30 days of Pilates for £39 (limited to one class a day, excludes Yoga, Pre-Post-Natal and Kids/Teens classes).
Introductory PREGNANCY Pass for £35
The best way to start your Pregnancy yoga journey is on our 30-day Introductory Pass. Trial four classes for only £8.75 a class.
Free kids or teens yoga class
Trial one of our kids or teens yoga classes for free. One-time offer.
Introductory POST-NATAL Pass for £30
The Introductory POST-NATAL Pass allows you to trial four classes for only £7.50 a class.
Beautiful customised gift vouchers
Give the gift of health and well-being with a class / workshop vouchers. Selection of designs and prices inc custom amounts. (excludes therapies)
yoga nidra & sound healing
MONDAY, 26 AUG 2019
The space between waking and dreaming - this is the enchanting place that is Yoga Nidra. By turning our attention inwards we are taken to a place of healing and peace, where deep transformation is possible. A beautiful, effortless, deeply relaxing practice.
inversions
SATURDAY, 31 AUG 2019
The road to a perfectly balanced inversion is usually paved with a few tumbles along the way! Learn how to approach inversions safely at this playful and explorative workshop and have fun exploring your mat from a different perspective.
introduction to mindfulness
SUNDAY, 01 SEP 2019
Practical, experiential and interactive, this introductory workshop in our upcoming mindfulness series will help you to combat stress and create more calm and clarity in your life.
yin yoga workshop
SATURDAY, 07 SEP 2019
Still the body to still the mind with a deliciously relaxing and meditative afternoon of Yin Yoga. Long-holds of floor-based postures encourage the deeper muscles and connective tissue to release. As we slow down space is created for quiet self-reflection.
managing stress & anxiety
SUNDAY, 08 SEP 2019
A nourishing half-day urban retreat focused on managing stress and anxiety with the use of breathwork, restorative yoga poses, intention (sankalpa) and guided meditation techniques to dramatically improve the way you face adversity and handle challenge.
roll & release: healthy back
SATURDAY, 14 SEP 2019
Realign and unwind tight back muscles with Yamuna Bodyrolling. Great for injury recovery and postural issues, bodyrolling works to strengthen, release and maintain the muscles of the back, bringing the spine into healthy alignment and eliminating back pain.
hypnobirthing
Our midwife-led hypnobirthing course gives you the techniques to experience the magic of birth, whilst remaining calm, alert and in control.
family yoga
Spend healthy and joy-filled, quality time with your child at our fun and playful family workshop. Stay tuned in to your child and enjoy mindful movement, partner poses and even some acrobatics!
Receive Monthly Special Offers, featured or new services, plus a selection of news.
An introduction to the Shala and the classes we have on offer.
Reflections On Becoming a Yoga Teacher
As part of their coursework, we asked our teacher trainees to write about what kind of yoga teacher they aspired to be. Here Lesley Collinson muses on her desire to create an inclusive space in her classes and to share something deeper "the mysteries and joys of life; creating breathing space; space for each person to explore, connect and grow holistically. "
Men Do Yoga
Michael Clarke shares his experiences of being a man in a female dominated yoga environment. He talks about how yoga is a practice that promotes both commitment and maturity and the sense of adventure and lightness of a child. Plus, you get toned ;-)
How Yoga Saved My Life
Marking 'Mental Health Awareness Week' with a blog post by one of our Karma Yogis and regular Shala students - Zaynah Shehraz - discussing her experiences with mental health and the benefits she has experienced from practicing yoga.
21 Years & Counting...
21 years, 252 months, 13,104 weeks, 91,728 days of yoga for the yogis of South London. So many moments, so many connections, so many vinyasas, so many ujjayi breaths!!!
Yoga Nidra & the Art of Relaxation
Yoga Nidra - the fast track to switching off and accessing deep and rejuvenating relaxation
Styles of Yoga
An overview of the styles of yoga we offer at the Shala from ashtanga and vinyasa flow to yin, dharma and jivamukti.
" A life changing experience. " SR
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A life changing experience.
SR
" My deep heartfelt thanks for this beautiful haven you have created. As soon as I stepped through the doors I knew it would be okay. The whole atmosphere, attitude of teachers, teaching style, non egocentric caring ethos enveloped me. I felt safe and welcomed. Thank you for bringing me back to yoga. " BR
My deep heartfelt thanks for this beautiful haven you have created. As soon as I stepped through the doors I knew it would be okay. The whole atmosphere, attitude of teachers, teaching style, non egocentric caring ethos enveloped me. I felt safe and welcomed. Thank you for bringing me back to yoga.
BR
" The teachers you have at The Shala are wonderful, so supportive and positive, accepting of all of our different ‘places’ and directions of travel. It’s such a commendable achievement to have set up a place where this is possible – for everyone. I feel like finally I am myself again, such a powerful thing! " BK
The teachers you have at The Shala are wonderful, so supportive and positive, accepting of all of our different ‘places’ and directions of travel. It’s such a commendable achievement to have set up a place where this is possible – for everyone. I feel like finally I am myself again, such a powerful thing!
BK
" Arriving here is like pressing the reset button...it is so tranquil and calming. " SR
Arriving here is like pressing the reset button...it is so tranquil and calming.
" Beautiful space, friendly atmosphere and passionate teachers. This is the true home of yoga! " MC
Beautiful space, friendly atmosphere and passionate teachers. This is the true home of yoga!
MC
" Gingi and Ella have created a special place – I have been with them for over a decade... they attract teachers and yogis with great spirits, with which I have been able to continue, return and develop with freedom and ease. Oh, and did I say the quality of teaching is just superb? " Anonymous
Gingi and Ella have created a special place – I have been with them for over a decade... they attract teachers and yogis with great spirits, with which I have been able to continue, return and develop with freedom and ease. Oh, and did I say the quality of teaching is just superb?
Anonymous
" the whole experience at the Shala has been absolutely amazing. " MP
the whole experience at the Shala has been absolutely amazing.
MP