Welcome to Adur Valley Yoga
I'm Su, an Ayurvedic yoga teacher (BWY 500 hrs), with additional training in Menopause Yoga, BWY Gentle Years Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra. I have a particular interest in yoga for stress reduction.
Class descriptions and student testimonials are below, or you can click the button for the class timetable.
Gentle Yoga & Relaxation
BWY Gentle Years chair based yoga
Gentle Yoga & Relaxation
Gentle slow paced yoga class, designed to relax your body and calm your mind. Classes include yoga postures designed around the needs of individual students, breathing practices and a guided relaxation.
Yoga for beginners, for anyone looking for a slower paced class, and students with particular health issues that may require modification
Gentle slow paced yoga class, designed to relax your body and calm your mind. Classes include yoga postures designed around the needs of individual students, breathing practices and a guided relaxation.
Yoga for beginners, for anyone looking for a slower paced class, and students with particular health issues that may require modifications.
Student testimonials
"Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed today's class and how lovely it is to be embodying yoga under your expert tutoring. Look forward to next week's class" - Maria.
"I really wanted to thank you for such an amazing yoga class. You were so understanding and patient and I felt totally at ease and relaxed with you being the instructor. Having never been to yoga before I really didn't know what to expect, but the way you held the class and the focus on the breathing was absolutely fantastic. I am so glad I came. Once again a huge thank you, it was brilliant" - Vanessa.
"I am a 50 something male with no previous experience of yoga and not very supple. Not what you would call a model student for Su. However Su has been fantastic in welcoming me to the class and I couldn't have had a better teacher as I take my first steps in the world of yoga. Su adapts the class to the level of the student making sure everyone feels supported. Whatever your age, gender, or experience I would highly recommend" - Gary.
"Su's gentle welcoming approach is fabulous for all abilities, whether you are an absolute beginner or have tried every class in town you will find a welcome here. Su takes the time to adapt the practice to ensure everyone is included, while also sharing not just the poses but the philosophy of yoga so that one comes away with a deeper understanding of the practice and an incredible sense of wellness" - Jo.
"You have made me feel comfortable and are very welcoming. You have taken the time to look into and assess my needs regarding the health issues I have. The class is run at a good pace that suits all and great for a beginner like myself. This has been a great introduction to yoga" - Sue.
Ayurvedic Yoga
BWY Gentle Years chair based yoga
Gentle Yoga & Relaxation
Ayurveda, which translates as the knowledge of life, is the ancient Indian system of health often described as the sister science to yoga.
Ayurvedic yoga helps to support your health and wellbeing on and off the mat.
The posture practice is slow paced, coordinating breath and movement, with modifications offered to meet the needs of all
Ayurveda, which translates as the knowledge of life, is the ancient Indian system of health often described as the sister science to yoga.
Ayurvedic yoga helps to support your health and wellbeing on and off the mat.
The posture practice is slow paced, coordinating breath and movement, with modifications offered to meet the needs of all students.
Classes and workshops also include pranayama breathing practices and relaxation, so you leave feeling calm and relaxed.
Workshops might also include restorative yoga postures using bolsters and other props, and yoga nidra.
Student testimonials from workshops
"Thank you for leading the workshop on Saturday, I really enjoyed it and left feeling very relaxed. You were friendly, welcoming, calm, informative and supportive. You provided fantastic props and resources and the handout was very helpful" - Zena.
"Just wanted to say thank you for a very enjoyable workshop on Saturday, it was really great. Lots of valuable info to take home and use" - Sue.
"You paced the workshop so well and have such a lovely delivery style. I certainly came away feeling relaxed and the effect is still lasting" - Cathy.
"Well done on your workshop on Saturday, it flowed really well and was really informative and I really enjoyed it" - Maria.
BWY Gentle Years chair based yoga
BWY Gentle Years chair based yoga
BWY Gentle Years chair based yoga
Gentle chair-based yoga class, with slow paced movements focused on flexibility, mobility and strength building. You don't need to have any previous experience of yoga to join this fun and friendly chair yoga class.
Student testimonials
"The exercises are helping to keep my joints working without feeling as though I have worked hard.
Gentle chair-based yoga class, with slow paced movements focused on flexibility, mobility and strength building. You don't need to have any previous experience of yoga to join this fun and friendly chair yoga class.
Student testimonials
"The exercises are helping to keep my joints working without feeling as though I have worked hard. I enjoy the relaxation at the end" - Joan.
"I have pain in my shoulder and both thumbs, and Su has given me exercises to do which have helped greatly" - Anne.
"I have many little aches and pains, some worse than others in my hips and lower back from years of being a gardener. I was apprehensive about doing yoga again as when I had tried it in the past it was uncomfortable, but Su assured me that this wouldn't put pressure on my problem areas and so I took a chance - I am very glad I did. It is a lovely gentle class, we all feel very safe in Su's hands, it's fun and interesting. Su is very knowledgeable, attentive and aware teacher. I look forward to our class each week" - Nikki.
Menopause Yoga
Restorative yoga
BWY Gentle Years chair based yoga
Created by Petra Coveney, Menopause Yoga draws on Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine to support and empower women through perimenopause, menopause and post menopause.
Menopause Yoga classes and workshops are wonderfully nurturing for women to come together and practice yoga postures, restorative yoga, breathing practices and meditat
Created by Petra Coveney, Menopause Yoga draws on Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine to support and empower women through perimenopause, menopause and post menopause.
Menopause Yoga classes and workshops are wonderfully nurturing for women to come together and practice yoga postures, restorative yoga, breathing practices and meditation which may help some women manage some of their menopause symptoms, whilst benefiting from the support of other women going through menopause.
Restorative yoga
Restorative yoga
Restorative yoga
Gentle movement to ease into stillness, supported by blankets, cushions and other props to support the body in floor based poses. The support of the props enables the body to relax into each pose, so there is less doing and the body can deeply relax.
Classes are suitable for beginners and are perfect for anyone who wants to include more
Gentle movement to ease into stillness, supported by blankets, cushions and other props to support the body in floor based poses. The support of the props enables the body to relax into each pose, so there is less doing and the body can deeply relax.
Classes are suitable for beginners and are perfect for anyone who wants to include more rest and relaxation in their lives.
There is helpful information about restorative yoga props on the Student Resources page.
Yoga Nidra
Restorative yoga
Restorative yoga
Yoga nidra is a deeply restorative and meditative practice.
No previous experience of yoga required and there are no physical yoga postures... you simply lie down or sit in a comfy chair.
Yoga nidra takes us to a point between waking and sleeping. It has it’s roots in ancient Indian texts, but the modern practice is also influenced by
Yoga nidra is a deeply restorative and meditative practice.
No previous experience of yoga required and there are no physical yoga postures... you simply lie down or sit in a comfy chair.
Yoga nidra takes us to a point between waking and sleeping. It has it’s roots in ancient Indian texts, but the modern practice is also influenced by western relaxation methods. I've included more on the benefits of yoga nidra in the FAQs on the Student Resources page.
Student testimonials
"Su let us know what Yoga Nidra was and what to expect. As she led us through a series of phases I got more and more relaxed. I may have missed 5 minutes in the middle as I nodded off! I felt relaxed at the end, very comfortable and ready for sleep" - Tabitha.
"For 30 minutes Su has skillfully taken me into a tension-free and worry-free dimension" - Sofia.
