In very simple terms, yoga is a system for bringing balance into your body and mind. It involves the physical practice of yoga postures called asanas, and breathing exercises called pranayama. Yoga also includes meditation, self-enquiry and the study of yoga philosophy. ‘Yoga’ in the Western world tends to focus mostly on the physical asana practice – the yoga poses. This is a great place to start but there is so much more to discover as you develop your yoga practice.

Yes, of course! All our classes are suitable for beginners. Please do let us know if you are new to the practice and we'll make sure you are supported in a safe and comfortable way to suit your needs.

We run classes weekly during term-time only from 2 locations Santosha Studio 23 Curthwaite Gardens Oakwood EN2 7LW St Peter's Church Hall Vera Avenue Grange Park N21 1DN

Class sizes vary At Santosha Studio we allow up to a maximum of 4 pax. At St Peter's church we allow no more than 10-12 pax

Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, our classes are designed with everyone in mind. ​ We offer currently offer 5 weekly classes, each with a unique theme and style. From flowy and dynamic to stretchy and slow, there's something for everyone, regardless of energy levels or abilities. Each class includes various modifications to ensure you receive all the benefits of yoga. ​ Classes last between 45-60 minutes. We begin with a short breathwork and grounding session and conclude with a relaxing wind-down in savasana. Our full class schedule can be found HERE!

Comfortable clothing such as leggings or sweat pants with a t-shirt or other thin layer. We generally work in bare feet but you can wear socks with sticky pads if you need to.

Most people bring your own yoga mat although I do have plenty of spares (best to check in advance so that I bring them). Once you are a regular participant it can also be helpful to have some blocks and a yoga strap (a dressing gown belt will do instead). A blanket can also be nice for the deep relaxation time at the end and also used instead of knee pads or blocks.

No – you can drop in to classes whenever you like but most people do find that a regular commitment works better for them than very occasional classes.

You can come to whichever classes you like and flex around times and days that work for you. Simply book your classes using the our APP or Online.

It is Vinyasa yoga so a varied set of postures each week. Each class starts with a gentle warm up. You will then be guided through a series of yoga postures (called asanas) that may include: Forward bends Gentle back bends Side bends Easy twists Balances Inversions (where the head is below the heart such as in downward dog pose) Postures may be in a standing, seated or lying position. Sometimes we gently flow from one posture to another and sometimes we hold a posture for a short time. Nothing is compulsory – you work with what is good for your body. An awareness of the breath is an important element of yoga and we will often include some simple breathing exercises to enhance our breath control.

We aim to provide as much flexibility whilst being affordable for everyone to feel a part of our community. Classes start from £12 Drop in, with discounted class pass options available as well as our Monthly Membership at just £35 per month To book click HERE! Additionally we offer all new clients a free taster session when they subscribe to our newsletter .

Our very exciting Santosha Membership is our most affordable option if you are looking to join more than 1 class per week. It costs £35 per month with no admin fees and you are able to cancel anytime. Additionally if you are looking to dive into your personal practice even further you will receive an extra 10% off all specially curated Workshops and Events.

In short, YES! Santosha Studio offers up to 3 parking spaces on our driveway, with free off street parking available around the studio. St Peter's Church has a small car park which can accommodate up to 7 cars. Off Street parking is also available at surrounding roads.