I teach from the heart in a relaxed and social way.
Credentials
1 year immersion, Seasonal Yoga Academy, Julie Hanson Glasgow (200hrs). Certified Yin teacher with Seasonal Yoga.
300hr Trauma informed and Vinyasa Yoga @ Spanda Institute Portugal.
Certified Aerial Yoga with Caterna Aires Mota, Ericiera, Portugal. (100hrs)
Certified sound healer with the Sound Healing Academy.
Story
My Story
Yoga embodies my connection to life, nature, and the relationships that shape my world. In my mid-30s, feeling overwhelmed by the pace of life in London, I returned to Scotland to realign my priorities and seek clarity. It was there, somewhat unexpectedly, that my yoga journey began — in a hot yoga studio in Shawlands. The intensity of those 90-minute classes became a catalyst for deep self-reflection. For the first time, I consciously dedicated time solely to myself, setting in motion a transformative journey of personal growth and discovery that continues to unfold today.
Since then, I have completed extensive training in various yoga disciplines in the UK and Portugal, including seasonal yoga, vinyasa, yin yoga, restorative practices, trauma informed and aerial yoga.
Additionally, I have certifications in sound healing and therapy from the Sound Healing Academy, integrating the use of Tibetan Singing Bowls and other instruments into my classes. My dedication to yoga has allowed me to refine my teaching skills, and I incorporate chanting and mantras into my classes to enhance the experience.
I specialise in yin yoga and aerial yoga, harmonising yin and yang energies to cultivate balance and vitality. My classes nurture the body through mindful movement, blending stability and flexibility with patience, surrender, strength, and gentleness. Rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), I thoughtfully weave concepts such as meridian theory and the flow of qi into my teaching, supporting the body’s natural ability to restore harmony and health.
My teaching style is guided by a deep passion for movement, community, compassion, and a positive, light-hearted spirit. Above all, my aim is to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, while fostering a warm, supportive community where everyone feels cared for and inspired.
I remain deeply grateful to all of my yoga teachers, past and present, whose wisdom and guidance have profoundly shaped my journey.
Root & Gather
10th August 6pm-9pm
The Wee Retreat, Glasgow
£45
Join us for a deeply nourishing experience deigned to bring you back to the quiet wisdom of your own heart.
Drawing energy from our shared backgrounds in yoga, meditation, movement, and spiritual practice, we offer intentional spaces for rest, reconnection, and renewal. These sessions are lovingly crafted to support you in slowing down, softening inward, and remembering your natural state of wholeness.
Amidst the noise and demands of modern life, coming home to the heart is an invitation to pause - to listen, to feel, and reconnect with the intuitive, authentic self that always resides within.
You'll be held in a sacred blend of :-
Gentle elemental yoga
Sound immersion
Cacao ceremony
Yoga nidra
Journaling
Meditation and breathwork
Reiki drumming
Mantra and heartfelt connection
Together, we will create space to plant seeds of intention, deepen into presence, and restore harmony in mind, body, and spirit.
Emma and Gillian xxx
Nourish Retreat 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Samhain
31st October - 3rd November 2025
Join Alex, Emma and Gillian from Friday the 31st of October to Monday the 3rd of November.
Welcoming you to a retreat under the stars at The Lodge, Slogarie Estate, Dumfries and Galloway.
What to expect?
This retreat is designed to help us navigate the seasonal changes ahead and to help you rest and rejuvenate. Using restful and restorative movement which, including yoga, animal flow and time outdoors. Other activities include journalling, cacao sharing, group reiki, sound therapy, nourishing foods and deep meaningful connections.
In this Winter retreat we will rest, restore and nourish ourselves and prepare for the colder months ahead. We will embrace moments of movement and mindful stillness as we transition the seasons together.
We will guide you through personal reflection, community and connection as we embrace the Winter and a unique opportunity to connect with the world around us and the deeper aspects of ourselves
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Seasonal changes and Cyclical Living
Samhain is an ancient Gaelic festival and marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the Celtic New Year. Meaning “summer’s end,” it indicates the transition from the warm months to the colder, darker part of the year.
It symbolises transition as the days grew shorter and darkness prevailed, the Celts saw this as a metaphorical descent into the realm of the dead. This understanding of the cyclical nature of life and death is a fundamental aspect of Samhain.
The Super Beaver Moon will be the second full moon of Autumn and will cast a silvery glow over the landscape.
Named by the Algonquin tribe of North America, this full Moon rises at the time of year when beavers begin to build their winter lodges. It serves as a reminder of the importance of community and resourcefulness. This moon is associated with themes of resourcefulness, community, and togetherness.
It invites us to connect in community, to acknowledge the abundance in our lives, and to take stock of our accomplishments of the year. It encourages introspection and pause.
In this Winter retreat we will rest, restore and nourish ourselves and prepare for the colder months ahead. We will embrace moments of movement and mindful stillness as we transition the seasons together.
This stunning space has the most amazing views and sunsets. Surrounded by farmland on a private estate The Lodge is a perfect place to reset and return to nature. It has a private garden to the rear and decking area to the front.
It also benefits from a beautiful open plan living area with a gorgeous indoor fire. The private garden has a fire pit and a wood fired hot tub to view those beautiful, wintery starry skies.
https://www.slogarie-estate.co.uk/copy-of-the-coach-house
Booking / Availability
Three twin rooms are available at the cost of £600 per person
Pay deposit here:
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=29509859&appointmentType=60275241
Payment
A deposit is required to secure your spot and the remainder to be paid before 1st August 2025.
Beginners Aerial Yoga Weekly Classes in Glasgow
Unite Fitness Glasgow
137 Shawbridge Street, G431QQ
Saturday 10-11.15am
Thursday 6.30pm-7.45pm
£15 Drop In, 10 Class Pass £120
This is a great way to experience the benefits of aerial yoga in a unique and fun way. This form of yoga involves performing traditional yoga poses using the silk as a prop. The hammock allows for greater flexibility and range of motion, as well as providing support and reducing the impact on joints. We also play with inversions in this class. I would recommend that if you have glaucoma, hypertension, hip replacement, epilepsy, suffer from seizures or epilepsy you consult your doctor before attending.
The benefits of this practice are spinal decompression, improved blood circulation, compliments a regular yoga practice by offering your body assistance with the silk, lifts your mood this practice can be really playful and many other benefits!
Aerial yoga workshops
Soulshine Studio, Biggar
I discovered an absolutely beautiful gem and contacted Louise, the owner, to inquire if she would allow me to teach aerial yoga there. Soon after I was there with my silks draping them on the gorgeous beams. Fast forward a few weeks, one workshop down and many more in the diary.....it's been a huge success and everyone absolutely loved it! You can find the timetable on my scheduling link below.
Root and Gather
Soulshine Studio, Biggar 20th July 11-3pm £55
Welcome to "Summer Awakening: A Workshop for Connection & Growth"
As we gather in the heart of summer, we invite you to embark on a transformative experience that will connect you with nature's vibrant energy, the power of mindful reflection, and the joy of inner growth. This workshop creates a sacred space where we can nurture our relationships with ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
Connect with Nature's Energy - Learn to attune yourselves to the rhythm of the natural world, feeling the warmth of the sun and the gentle whispers of the breeze as we tap into the vibrant pulse of life surrounding us.
Harness the Power of Reflection - Create space for mindful introspection where we can recognise our growth, understand our desires more deeply, and embrace our feelings without judgment.
Celebrate Inner Growth - Acknowledge the milestones on your personal journey—from deepening awareness, to cultivating courage, to fostering meaningful connections with others.
Nurture Relationships - Explore how attention, care, and empathy can transform our connections with others, creating a supportive network that uplifts us all.
Align With Cosmic Rhythms - Discover practices to harmonise with the Earth’s natural flow and set intentions that resonate with your soul's purpose.
Manifest Dreams and Desires - Learn powerful visualisation techniques to bring your visions to life, supported by our collective energy and shared intention.
Cultivate Gratitude - Experience how gratitude can transform your perspective, allowing you to see beauty in both the mundane and the extraordinary.
Our Invitation
This workshop is not just about learning—it's about experiencing, connecting, and transforming together. We invite you to bring your whole self to this space—your curiosity, your vulnerabilities, your dreams.
As we begin, take a deep breath. Feel your feet connecting to the earth beneath you. Know that you are exactly where you need to be, surrounded by others on similar journeys of discovery.
The path of self-discovery is both deeply personal and wonderfully communal. Today, we walk this path together, supporting each other as we awaken to summer's gifts and our own inner wisdom.
Included in this workshop is yoga, sound healing, journaling, cacao, mantra, breathwork and so much more.....
A collaboration with Claire founder of Ermana Skincare.
A Morning of Movement, Breath & Natural Skincare Ritual
Sunday 24th August
10:30am–1:30pm
The Wee Retreat, Glasgow £55
Join Gillian of yin.skin.breathe and Claire, founder of Ermana Skincare, for a deeply nourishing and revitalising experience that blends mindful movement, restorative breathwork, and natural beauty rituals.
This immersive 3-hour event is designed to help you reconnect, reset, and radiate from the inside out:
Slow Somatic Movement
Gently awaken and open the body with a guided somatic practice. Release tension and create space for ease and softness.
Breathwork for Nervous System Reset
Discover how conscious breathing can regulate your nervous system, lower cortisol, and shift you from “fight or flight” into a state of deep calm and clarity. Through guided techniques, you'll experience the power of your breath to restore balance—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Natural Skincare & Self-Facial Massage
Claire will lead you through a luxurious double cleanse using her award-winning Ermana natural skincare range, followed by a guided self-facial massage to boost circulation and skin vitality.
Gut-Loving Snacks & Drinks
We’ll close the morning with delicious, gut-healthy refreshments to nourish from within.
This isn’t just self-care—it’s a ritual of restoration for your body, breath, and skin.
Spaces are limited for this intimate experience.
Treat yourself. Your nervous system (and your skin) will thank you.
Book now and give yourself the glow-up you truly deserve.
Contact me
Hours
Monday – Friday:- 8am-6pm
Saturday: 7am-12noon
Sunday: 7am-12Noon
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