Herts &amp; Beds


<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned Yogi or a beginner, yoga isn&#8217;t just about stretching in a stuffy hall these days, there are tonnes of ways to try it, from getting back to nature with outdoor classes, to mindful workshops combining sound baths, reiki and more, as well as immersive retreats to help you relax and re-set. Here&#8217;s my pick of Yoga experiences to try locally. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-oak-house-studio-hatfield"><a href="https://www.theoak-house.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Oak House Studio</a>, Hatfield</h2>



<p>Based in the Old Church Hall in the grounds of Hatfield House, <a href="https://herts.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/the-oak-house-studio-hatfield/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Oak House Studio</a> offers Reformer Pilates, Circuits and Barre classes in the main studio, as well as a diverse range of Yoga classes in the recently opened dedicated Yoga studio, The Donkey Store. You’ll also find a number of workshops and courses throughout the year. Coming up is a <a href="https://www.theoak-house.co.uk/events-and-workshops/yoga-and-pottery-day-retreat" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga and Pottery Retreat</a> on <strong>29 June</strong>, a <a href="https://www.theoak-house.co.uk/events-and-workshops/summer-chill" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Summer Chill Afternoon Yoga Retreat</a> on <strong>7 July</strong> and a <a href="https://www.theoak-house.co.uk/events-and-workshops/yoga-and-kirtan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga &amp; Kirtan Retreat</a> on <strong>2 August</strong>. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-blend-organics-ware"><a href="https://www.blendorganics.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blend Organics</a>, Ware</h2>



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<p>Healthy café and exercise studio, <a href="https://herts.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/blend-organics-ware/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blend Organics</a>, offers a holistic approach to wellbeing, with everything from cold-pressed juices and plant-based food to Yoga, Pilates and Barre classes. They also run regular workshops and retreats including <a href="https://www.blendorganics.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yoga and Sound Healing</a> (<strong>24 June</strong> and <strong>10 July</strong>). Plus, they&#8217;re taking it to the capital on<strong> 7 July</strong> for <a href="https://www.blendorganics.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ware Takes London</a> &#8211; a day of wellness themed activities including breakfast, barre, stretch yoga and lunch. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cucumber-fields-essendon"><a href="https://www.cucumberfields.co.uk">Cucumber Fields</a>, Essendon</h2>



<p>This award winning wellness destination, set amongst woodlands, orchards and paddocks offers yoga classes in the Cucumber Barn (also home to a cycle studio), as well as on their outdoor yoga platform and garden yurt in the orchard, overlooked by goats, donkeys and alpacas! You&#8217;ll also find a pantry stocked with homemade bakes and locally grown flowers, two holistic treatment rooms, Reformer Pilates classes in the Pond Studio. Keep an eye on the <a href="https://www.cucumberfields.co.uk/events" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">events timetable</a> for their Friday Holistic Nights featuring Sound Healing, Cacao Ceremonies, Yoga Flow and DJ sets to Breathwork, Drum Circles and Ecstatic Dance. They also host residential retreats locally and abroad. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-souland-yoga-elstree"><a href="https://souland-yoga.com">SouLand Yoga</a>, Elstree</h2>



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<p>Yoga in a yurt, surrounded by picturesque Hertfordshire countryside? Don&#8217;t mind if we do! SouLand Yoga offers a variety of classes, workshops and retreats for all levels in its dedicated space amongst the sounds and energy of nature. How about a <a href="https://souland-yoga.com/yoga-events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Yin Yoga and Sound Bath</a> experience on <strong>29 June</strong>? It&#8217;s thought to promote deep relaxation, improve sleep, reduce pain and strengthen the immune system. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-peace-thru-yoga-bedford"><a href="http://www.peacethruyoga.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Peace Thru Yoga</a>, Bedford</h2>



<p>Offering a range of classes, workshops and UK and international retreats, Peace Thru Yoga was founded by Rosanna who has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. Classes take place in central Bedford locations, and online, with options to drop in or book a course, plus you&#8217;ll find weekend workshops &#8211; the next one, Yin yoga with gongs and crystals, is on <strong>17 September</strong>. If you really want to explore and expand your practice, book one of their <a href="http://www.peacethruyoga.co.uk/retreats" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">upcoming 4-7 night retreats</a> in Portugal (<strong>from 29 June</strong>), Spain (<strong>from 12 October</strong>) or Sri Lanka (f<strong>rom 1 December</strong>).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wedoyoga-letchworth-garden-city"><a href="https://www.wedoyoga.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WEDOYOGA</a>, Letchworth Garden City </h2>



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<p>How about a yoga session amongst swathes of fragrant lavender? You can do just that with Letchworth based WEDOYOGA with their drop-in sessions held at nearby Hitchin Lavender farm on Tuesday evenings and Friday and Sunday mornings. You&#8217;ll also find a variety of yoga class styles including hot yoga, as well as barre and Pilates classes, and they even stock a wide range of yoga clothing and accessories, and you can grab yourself a healthy acai bowl, juice, smoothie or protein shake from the Letchworth studio to fuel your session. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-secret-space-hertford"><a href="https://www.thesecretspace.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Secret Space</a>, Hertford</h2>



<p>This one is actually a charity, set up to make yoga and wellness accessible to all and to help individuals facing difficulties integrate back into the community, through a discounted programme of volunteer-led classes, holistic therapies and training. You&#8217;ll find classes for a wide range of yoga styles and levels, therapies from acupuncture to women&#8217;s health, as well as a variety of courses, workshops and retreats. Coming up are <a href="https://www.thesecretspace.org.uk/courses" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">4-10 week courses</a>: Yoga4Health (<strong>3 Jul &#8211; 4 Sept</strong>), Qigong (<strong>29 Aug &#8211; 19 Sept</strong>), and Trauma Sensitive Yoga (2<strong>6 Sept &#8211; 5 Dec</strong>), plus <a href="https://www.thesecretspace.org.uk/workshops" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">regular workshops</a> on everything from yoga and nutrition to yoga and art, while there&#8217;s a 4-day South of France yoga <a href="https://www.thesecretspace.org.uk/retreats" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">retreat</a> coming up in September. </p>


Namaste! Yoga classes, workshops and retreats to try in Herts & Beds

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