At Fitness By Vidal we offer a variety of yoga classes to practice and explore yoga in all its aspects.

We offer asana (postures), pranayama (breath awareness and mastery), dhyana (meditation), Power yoga and yoga philosophy. We are committed to a developing program in all these areas

The classes at Fitness By Vidal are provided by independent teachers working in different styles to suit the varying needs and interests of students; and to accommodate the complete beginner through to the more experienced practitioner. The teachers strive for a sense of balance, clarity and practicality in what they offer, as a means to laying a solid foundation upon which to allow the highest expression of the self to manifest.

We encourage students to explore the different classes, courses, and teachers and then to settle with a particular teacher, or style they feel they can learn from.

Beginners - As a beginner you can start at the beginning with any of the styles. Different people and bodies respond to different ways of doing things. It is good to start with a style and teacher that inspires you and that you enjoy. For this reason you may wish to consider what pace of class you are looking for. All are challenging and releasing practices in their own way.

For a slower paced practice try asana (postures) for a medium paced practice to more athletic and 'aerobic type' form of yoga try the Power yoga session.

DO I NEED TO BOOK OR NOT?

All sessions are open to all - make sure you choose an appropriate level for your capacity.There is no booking for these and they are run on a first come/first served basis. We recommend you arrive 15 minutes before classes start to ensure a place. Classes are generally attended by a mix of both men and women.

Advice on practice and important information

• Be sure to let your teacher know before a class if you have any form of injury or serious illness, or if you are pregnant of have recently had a baby.
• Leave approximately half an hour after drinking liquids and 2-4 hours after solid foods (depending on how much you've eaten) before practicing yoga postures. Allow your body time to digest food and eliminate liquids.
• Please leave your shoes in the hallway when you arrive and switch off all mobile phones.
• Wear comfortable clothes that do not restrict your movements or breathing. Yoga is always practiced in bare feet.
• Please do not wear strong perfumes whilst practicing as this can be unpleasant or distracting for those next to you.
• We reserve the right to change the class teachers without prior notice to the students.
• The timetable may change from term to term, so please call for an update or see timetable page on website.
• We are open for classes or by appointment as we are here on and off throughout the day, but do not have a full time reception during the day. There is always someone here 30 mins before a class and always in the evenings between 6&8pm mon-thurs.
• Fees for courses and workshops are to be paid in advance or on the spot. No refund of fees can be given without 48 hours notice prior to the event starting. After that time, an exchange to a future course/workshop will be offered if cancellation is before the start of the event. Again, in case of emergency, illness or unplanned work reassignments, fees can be credited to other workshops/courses, but notification must be made as soon as possible. Once courses/workshops have started refunds cannot be made.
• In yoga there is no competition. This is your opportunity to practice relaxed awareness of body, breath and mind.
• Be regular in your practice. Have patience. Do not expect overnight results. Results will come in a surprisingly short time of their own accord with consistent effort.
• Enjoy!
• Be regular in your practice. Have patience. Do not expect overnight results. Results will come in a surprisingly short time of their own accord with consistent effort.