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WE ARE OPEN and are currently running trainings, workshops and classes in the studio alongside our Virtual Livestreamed schedule - click below for our Latests Updates on how we are keeping our studio safe. A sanctuary for self nurture, growth and healing in South London, the Shala Yoga Centre is a well established yoga centre with a reputation for exceptional teaching. For over 20 years, our focus has been on enhancing well-being through yoga and since 2016, we have also become a dedicated yoga teacher training centre.

An introduction to the Shala Yoga Centre and the yoga classes we have on offer.

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Trainings & CPDs

200-hour yoga teacher training

29 April 2022

The Shala School of Yoga’s 200-hour yoga teacher training programme has been described by past graduates as “transformational”, “life-changing” and “mind-blowing”.  Our carefully curated Yoga Alliance accredited programme and experienced and dedicated teaching faculty will take practitioners deeper into their yoga practice, instilling teaching skills and knowledge and nurturing a new generation of teachers.

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Yoga Philosophy Foundations

29 April 2022

This course is an ideal introduction to yogic philosophy, introducing the history, origins, key texts and theories behind the vast subject of yoga. The course is led by Dr Matthew Clark, a truly brilliant down to earth, insightful teacher who never fails to engage his listeners through his talent for storytelling.

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Yin Yoga Teacher Training

23 May 2022

An opportunity to delve deep in to the meditative practice of Yin yoga with Norman Blair who is one the UK’s most experienced and well respected Yin yoga teachers. The IN STUDIO yin yoga teacher training course is designed for professional as well as personal development.

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Aerial Yoga Teacher Training | Foundations

10 June 2022

Learn the fundamentals of teaching aerial yoga including basic principles and safety as well as sequencing and restorative uses. This comprehensive 3-day training gives you the skills to confidently plan and theme classes and is structured to allow for continued development and support.

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Restorative Yoga Teacher Training | Relax & Restore Intensive Level 1

7 July 2022

In this 5 day immersive training, Adelene Cheong will be exploring the art and science of restorative yoga and deep complete relaxation. The course is ideal for trainee yoga teachers, qualified yoga teachers and those looking to deepen their experience of Restorative yoga for personal development.

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Yoga Foundations 1 | Deepening your Practice

10 September 2022

This experiential yoga foundations 1 is for anyone who wishes to deepen their exploration and understanding of yoga for their own personal development, as well as for those who are beginning their teacher training journey with us. It is a rich, rewarding and life affirming course run by exceptionally experienced lead teachers Gingi Lee & Kath Roberts or Melanie Cooper.

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300-hour Yoga Teacher Training

16 September 2022

This diverse and flexible 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training programme gives you the opportunity to continue your education and delve deeper into specialist topics of your choice, creating an advanced portfolio to master yoga teaching as a life path, career and practice.

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Enhanced Skills | 300-hour Core Module

17 September 2022

The Enhanced Skills module lies at the heart of our YA accredited 300-hour Level 2 training and it is the only mandatory part of our programme. The course is designed to elevate, inspire and evolve you as a yoga teacher. It spans six days as a virtual livestream course, covering a broad spectrum of topics from ethics and inclusivity to sequencing, theming, self care, authentic marketing & much much more.

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Children & Family Yoga Teacher Training

30 September 2022

Empower kids and families to harness the magic of yoga to help connect, play, explore, spark curiosity and support wellbeing. This 6-day Yoga Alliance accredited course with the inspiring Ayala Homossany is blended in format with 3 days online learning and 3 days in the studio.

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workshops & events

Aerial Yoga Workshop

21 May 2022

An exhilarating and relaxing experiential aerial journey, where you will be guided through the foundations of aerial yoga to more dynamic playful practices and then on to a deep relaxation.

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Inversion Workshop

11 June 2022

Explore and work methodically with different techniques to prepare for going upside down.

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Empowering Children Through Breathing Practices | IN STUDIO

25 June 2022

Sharing creative breathing practices with children, tweens and teens. Learn how yoga and mindfulness practices help manage stress and support emotional regulation for this age group.

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Reset to Peace – A Yin, Breath, Meditation & Sound Workshop

3 July 2022

A beautiful mini-retreat experience with yin yoga, pranayama, meditation and sound.

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Holistic Birth Rehearsal – a Couples Workshop

2 July 2022

Physical and Emotional Tools for Labour & Birth

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Sound Bath

19 June 2022

A magical and nourishing evening of Gong, Singing Bowls, Hang, Vocal Toning, Celtic Drum, Sansula, Koshi Bells and Rainstick.

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restorative yoga free webinar

Join internationally renowned restorative yoga teacher Adelene Cheong for a FREE webinar exploring the art and science of restorative yoga. Here she will discuss the intrinsic benefits of a restorative yoga practice and how to ‘rest’, to ‘relax’ and to ‘restore’ is a natural vital process in our lives, which supports optimal physiological functioning and promotes healing and growth.

yoga classes

Most classes at the Shala Yoga Centre are available either in studio or as livestream virtual or on demand.

Beginners Flow

A beginners class to improve stamina, strength and flexibility, providing the foundations for a safe and beneficial yoga practice | IN STUDIO

Intuitive Flow

An energising, grounding and flowing open level yoga class | IN STUDIO

Ashtanga

A flowing, rhythmic practice with a strong focus on the breath and movement as a form of meditation | IN STUDIO

Ashtanga Self Practice

A quiet focused Ashtanga “self-practice” class where yoga becomes a moving meditation connecting mind, body and soul through the breath

Dynamic Vinyasa

A playful and challenging dynamic class to build, strength, flexibility and get energy flowing | IN STUDIO

Jivamukti

A gentle and soulful vinyasa based practice with a sprinkle of chanting, philosophy and meditation | IN STUDIO

Yin & Restorative

A gentle yoga class that combines yin and restorative poses in a slow, meditative and deeply relaxing practice

Yin Meditation & Breathwork

A soulful class to coax you into a deep state of rest and contemplation; unwinding, rebalancing and nourishing body, mind and spirit | IN STUDIO

Yin Yang | VIRTUAL

Graceful vinyasa sequences, build intensity before slowing down with Yin asana then stillness.

Pregnancy Yoga

Nourishing mind, body and soul, our pregnancy classes support, inform and empower women through pregnancy, towards a conscious and positive birth experience | IN STUDIO

Aerial Yoga

A liberating and versatile practice, which can decompress, strengthen and stretch the whole body, improve circulation, boost digestion and dramatically lift your mood | IN STUDIO

Bodyrolling

A unique and profound form of therapeutic work, which reorganises the mechanics of the body, elongating muscles, releasing the spine and improving alignment, mobility and flexibility | IN STUDIO

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Featured Blogs

Yoga philosophy at the shala

“Yoga is the science of experimentation on oneself, the cultivation of our own spirit of understanding, a way to free ourselves of dogma and habits…” Matthew Clark

10 reasons to come back to in studio classes

Ten reasons why we should come back to the studio for in person yoga classes.

Exploring the yamas & niyamas

Exploring the Yamas & Niyamas, the ethical and moral guidelines of yoga, which lay out a path for living yoga on and off the mat. Coursework written by teacher training graduate Lesley Collinson

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 😉

What is the brains most important job?

By Nadyne McKie

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.

testimonials

“ A life changing experience. ”

“ 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. ”

" 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! "

" 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! "

" 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? "

" the whole experience at the Shala has been absolutely amazing. "

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yoga teacher trainings, workshops & classes