Meet Sandi

I am a  500hr Certified Yoga Teacher and Minded Yoga Therapist. 

I am the Eternal Yoga student..... Daughter, Wife, Mumma and Nanna of 4  gorgeous human beings and 2 furry canine beings

My Yoga journey began over 30 years ago back in 1992 when I was pregnant with my first born daughter. 

A regular yoga practice helped me to take care of my changing body, it became an invaluable practice for me  throughout my 2 pregnancies and thereafter.

Whilst my children were growing up  I lived in  Suffolk and  also ran a family business. I was the Finance Director but  I also  took time to train in  many holistic therapies  over the years including various massage therapies , Indian Head Massage, Hopi Ear Candling, Advanced facial treatments, Reflexology and Marma Therapy.  

In 2010  during a particularly stressful and challenging time in my life in which I struggled with personal health challenges. Yoga came to my rescue and it  became an essential part of my journey back to holistic well-being. 

On a week long yoga retreat, during daily practices  with a amazing teacher and guide , I felt a dramatic mental shift and something wonderful ignited within me.

It was a profound experience and one that completely turned my life around. I would go as far to say it saved my life. A bit dramatic I know, but it's entirely how i felt. 

This lead me into  to a deep and explorative  relationship with Yoga and the history and philosophy behind the practices. My journey was ever evolving and in   2012 I undertook a foundation course in Yoga which then led on to me  qualifying as a Yoga Alliance Teacher  with  Camyoga in Cambridge. 

I met so many  inspiring people throughout my training and I was thrilled when I qualified aged 43 It was proof that if you have a dream or a goal it's always possible whatever your age or circumstances. 

 It's been quite a journey with the normal ups and downs  of starting a new venture especially with the challenges of starting over in a brand new area.  I lived and taught yoga to a wonderful community of lovely people yoga in the Chiltern Hills in Bucks for 8 years and I am now back teaching in North Essex.

 My hope and vision  is that I can encourage anybody to try yoga  including those that might not normally come and join classes.

My journey and training continues and i always  now ensure that  I take time out each year to retreat for at least a week or two and continuously expand my knowledge and experience by  attending  yoga trainings and workshops. 

During these last  few years I have embarked on thousands of hours additional yoga  training including 

•  Diploma in Yoga Therapy - Minded Institue (580hrs) 2018-2021
• Camyoga Foundation and Teacher Training (200hrs) 2012
• Apple Yoga Pre and Post Natal Training (85hrs) with Baby Yoga and Massage 
• Yogabeez Childrens Yoga (95hrs) 2015
• Super Sleep Yoga for Insomnia (60hrs) with Lisa Sanfilippo                              Minded Institute 2015
• Laxmi (200 hr) Teacher Training with Sally Parkes 2017
• Yoga in Healthcare Alliance  Yoga 4 Health Programme. (40hrs) 2018
• Transcendental Meditation Course in Rishikesh, India 2019
•  Long Covid training (10hrs)with the Breathing Institute -2021
• J BROWN - Gentle is the new advanced teacher training 2021
• YogaTherapy for Chronic Fatigue, burnout & long covid                                    Fiona Agombar -  2021
• plus many other yoga related  workshops, courses and retreats    
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The extensive and thorough  training  received on  the Minded Institute Yoga Therapist Training enables  me to offer Yoga Therapy for a variety of chronic and psychological conditions with evidence based therapies .

I have recently  been helping many clients on a 1-1 basis manage symptoms relating to  menopause transition, Insomnia & sleep recovery, anxiety, Chronic fatigue,Long Covid and recovery from Illness & Injuries

 The Minded Institute is a world leader in the development and implementation of yoga therapy and mindfulness programmes for those with mental health and chronic physical health problems.

A few years  ago  as a gift to myself for my 50th I realised a long term  dream and embarked on a yoga  retreat and training  in Rishikesh , India  which is the yoga capital of the world as part of my therapy training and research. It was an incredible and amazing adventure and i have returned with  knowledge and insight  which are a invaluable part of my  classes and individual  client sessions.

I truly believe  regular yoga practice is a invaluable  resource towards a happy and healthy life for all and it is my passion to share this knowledge and practice with as many lovely people as I can.

 In this ever stressful and fast moving world it is so important that we take responsibility for our own wellbeing and  take time to self care and nourish ourselves in positive ways.

Yoga is a perfect way to work towards this as it not only affects the physical body but can have a dramatic effect on your mental  and spiritual well being.

If you have been thinking about joining a yoga  class but still have reservations I am happy to discuss any questions or concerns  you may have.

My classes are open to all in the community and modifications can always be offered. There is no requirements to be flexible or to be a certain shape or have a particular level of fitness, I promise you.

If you prefer  I  also offer 1-1 yoga  sessions and therapy  online or   in person  by appointment.

I look forward to meeting you soon

Sandi X

Hello  lovely people

It has certainly been a challenging time  this last year in  which  we have been adjusting to this new way of living  and keep ourselves safe from contracting the virus. 

 Now more than ever,   it is to be imperative  and  all important keep as  healthy as possible and  to move our bodies, get some exercise whether this is yoga, walking or home exercise videos and  have access to  tools and  strategies to help maintain you and your families physical and mental  health wellness.  

Slow and Mindful Yoga is a excellent way to keep our bodies moving, to calm our minds  and to  improve health & wellness and although we are now moving back to in-person classes, I feel in the current circumstances that still offering a online option will be essential for the foreseeable future. I appreciate that many people have found this works beautifully and fits into their schedules and offers a great time and cost efficient way to practice yoga. 

As a experienced Teacher and Yoga Therapist I can also help you with breathing techniques  &  mindfulness practices to  to  calm & nourish your nervous system reducing stress & anxiety and help to improve your immunity and resilience.

So if coming  together in person  in our regular community spaces doesn't feel comfortable for you for the foreseeable future, please be assured that group classes will be still  held online  via called  Zoom which you can register for for free here. 

https://zoom.us/signup

I will continue to  offer FREE  tips and videos of practices via email. If you haven't signed up already. You can do at the bottom of this page.

You can also join me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/sandi_yogabons/ 

I will always be here  for anyone that is feeling overwhelmed and needs a friendly ear.  Connecting and sharing your coping strategies  is really helpful for my daily newsletter to help to support others in your  yoga community.

All information is here on the website which i will be updating daily.

If you have any questions please feel free to message me. 

Take care lovely people

Keep safe...keep well.....and keep in touch 

We will come through this by supporting and caring for each other 

Namaste

Sandi x