Barbara Sunchaser Yoga

08/10/2025

Finding it hard to move now that it’s dark in the evenings? You finish work, sit on the sofa, and the night disappears. How about swapping one evening for slow, stress-relieving yoga instead? (And no, you don't have to be flexible😉)
Join a small, welcoming class in Banbury or Hanwell Village — book your mat today.

28/08/2025

Working in yoga—or any solo wellbeing work—is a beautiful job, but it can also feel precarious…

I want to be honest about the boundaries I hold as a teacher and practitioner. Most of you are here for guidance, community, and connection—and I love that. I enjoy our chats in class, in DMs, and even outside sessions. But sometimes people cross the line, and it has an impact.

In the past, I used to offer 1–1 sessions from my home studio. I’m so glad I don’t do that anymore—because two clients crossed the boundary. That experience showed me how important it is to protect myself and keep my work environment safe.

Unwanted advances, sexualised jokes, or overly personal messages don’t belong here. They can make anyone working alone feel unsafe. That’s why I’m clear: inappropriate messages will lead to a block, and those people won’t be welcome in my classes or sessions.

This space is for people who want to engage respectfully and enjoy the content and community I share. If you’re not here for that, please unfollow — it helps keep this space safe and positive for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who keeps this space warm, respectful, and about the work we do. You make teaching and wellbeing work possible🤍🙏

18/08/2025

Thank you to everyone who has joined the past 15 yoga classes — time really does fly!

Yoga in Hanwell Village is a friendly evening class to help you ease tight shoulders, stiff hips, and achy backs. We do a mix of feel-good stretches and mobility exercises to release tension and lower stress. No experience needed — just come as you are and enjoy a good reset before bedtime.

Here are the next 5 dates:
🧘‍♀️ 20:00 Thursday, August 21
🧘‍♀️ 20:00 Thursday, August 28
🧘‍♀️ 20:00 Thursday, September 11
🧘‍♀️ 19:15 Wednesday, September 17
🧘‍♀️ 19:15 Wednesday, September 24

As you can see, from the 17th of September the class moves to Wednesday at 19:15. A few of you asked for an earlier start, so I hope this works well.

Who’s coming?

You can book here: https://www.barbarasunchaser.com/book-a-class

14/08/2025

Hi! I just added the new 20-minutes long practice on Youtube. Have a look next time when your hips are feeling stiff

This 20-minute yoga practice focuses on building long-term hip health through mobility work, joint rotations (CARs), and functional movement.Great if you hav...

14/08/2025

I first joined the gym because I had chronic back pain and felt weak.
But it wasn’t just my body – I was stressed, anxious, and having frequent migraines. I couldn’t enjoy much in life.

At that time, I was also quite lonely. I’d left my best friends in Poland and was struggling to connect with people in the UK.

Finding yoga changed everything.
It gave me a way to move that felt good, not punishing.
It helped me feel calmer, stronger, and more present.
And over time, it connected me with a community.

If you feel stuck with movement, start with something you enjoy – even if it’s 10 minutes.
Let enjoyment, not guilt, guide you.

💬 What kind of movement do you actually enjoy?

29/07/2025

Yoga in Hanwell – Thursdays 8pm

If you're around this summer and want to improve your wellbeing, you're very welcome to join my weekly yoga class at Hanwell Village Hall.

It’s a gentle, friendly space to:
• improve mobility
• keep your joints healthy
• build strength in a kind, sustainable way
• unwind after a busy day

No pressure, no experience needed—just come as you are.

Spaces are limited, so booking is essential.

Message me if you’d like to join or book here:
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24/07/2025

Here’s what people don’t always see:

I got divorced at 31.
Moved countries with no savings.
Left jobs that drained me, even when it meant earning less.
It was scary every time.
I still did it.

I used to follow different plant-based diets—mostly out of fear of gaining weight.
It took years to admit that was disordered eating in disguise.
Now I eat what I want.
Sometimes it’s a green smoothie.
Sometimes it’s steak and chips or a pastry for breakfast.

I used to stay out late to prove I was “fun.”
Now I choose sleep over social pressure.
If I’m not in bed before midnight, it must be something really special.

I stopped forcing myself to work out.
Now I move in ways that feel good—yoga, swimming, walks (often with other people’s dogs 🐕), paddle boarding (including pumping up the board 🥵).

I still feel fear.
But I choose what’s real over what’s safe.
Peace over performance.
Presence over perfection.

What would your “You look happier” post say? Comment or dm me👇

Hi! I’m Barbara Sunchaser
Inclusive yoga teacher in Banbury, Oxfordshire
Helping stressed adults live with less physical and mental discomfort