Somatic Practices
Yoga, Qigong & Meditation
Somatic practices such as yoga, Qigong, and meditation have been central to my life for decades. These disciplines continue to shape how I live and teach, reminding me that the body is the meeting place of experience, emotion, and awareness.
Over many years, I’ve studied a range of yoga traditions, each offering a distinct way of understanding the body, breath, and mind. My interest lies in how movement and stillness influence vitality, emotion, and attention. A deep respect for Traditional Chinese Medicine and Daoist philosophy naturally led me to Qigong, where I’ve found a living bridge between physical practice and inner balance. These practices have shown me that awareness isn’t something we think our way into—it grows through direct engagement with the body and breath.
Qigong
Yoga
Qigong is a meditative movement practice grounded in Daoist philosophy and the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It uses simple, intentional movement and steady breath to support balance, vitality, and presence.
I trained in the Forest Rock Qigong tradition, whose approach emphasises depth of awareness and alignment with natural rhythm. My classes support a deep slowing down — a way of recalibrating the body and quieting the mind through repetition and attentive movement. Each sequence is taught with precision and care, encouraging students to find ease and coherence within themselves.
My teaching is rooted in a steady Hatha approach, with an emphasis on breath and energy. Sequences are creative and thoughtfully composed, inviting moments of both challenge and surrender.
My classes are shaped by years of Buddhist practice and coloured by my study of Qigong, Ayurveda, and mindfulness. Each draws from contemplation and lived experience, offering space for students to meet themselves with honesty and care. Every element — from pacing to sequence design — is intentional, supporting students to deepen their understanding of themselves through practice.
Meditation
I’ve practiced meditation for many years within the Zen tradition. It’s been a steady foundation in my life, helping me meet the everyday ups and downs with more awareness and ease.
I include meditation in all of my classes and retreats—not as something separate, but as a simple way to return to presence. Whether sitting, standing, or moving, the focus is on paying attention and being with what’s here.
Practice with me
My regular classes are currently on pause, but they’ll be returning soon — both in person and online. I’ll also be teaching on the various retreats I run throughout the year, where these practices are woven into the rhythm of each day.
If you’d like to be notified when new classes begin, or to learn more about upcoming retreats, you can enquire here.