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Ruth Irving Acupuncture & Yoga

Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture BAcC member since 2007. Degree level trained. Yoga teacher She is a yoga teacher and mindfulness coach.

Ruth Irving holds daily clinics from her holistic health centre, Carlisle Therapies in Carlisle city centre. Her services include traditional Acupuncture, deep tissue massage, cupping, other massages including pregnancy massage etc. She is a member of the British Acupuncture Council. Traditional Acupuncture is a complete medical system in itself and Ruth is familiar with a broad range of conditions. If you have any questions as to what conditions acupuncture maybe suitable for, please contact us: 077 88 616 488, ruth@carlisletherapies.co.uk

16/11/2025

Good morning Sunday! Reaping the rewards of buying an old, old house at auction this time last year. It may not have central heating yet, but the view from my bedroom window is magic! It looks like a day full of promise … ☀️

14/11/2025

I’ve been out of my acupuncture clinic for the past two days starting my journey as a gardener! What a fantastic course by Shelagh Todd. I arrived with zero knowledge of garden design and have left feeling inspired and motivated to begin my new life long relationship with my garden 🪴 and the scones were delicious too! Highly recommend any course by Shelagh and as a venue

12/11/2025

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27/10/2025

There's just 14 days to go until Acupuncture Awareness Week (AAW) when British Acupuncture Council members such as me will be promoting the benefits of traditional acupuncture.

I'll be offering some ear seed taster sessions from Carlisle Therapies on Saturday 15th November. These are 15 minutes (£10) and a rare opportunity to experience an ear seed on an acu-point - and to ask me questions. You can read more about AAW and how to book your slot in my Blog linked below.

Acupuncture Awareness Week (AAW) is organised by the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) to promote traditional acupuncture as practised by it’s member acupuncturists.A key message is that BAcC members have extensive training to degree level. This training enables them to practice traditional acupu...

22/10/2025

What an excellent introduction to foraging workshop (Forage & Nibble) I went on today. To be honest, the day started with a downpour and I left home a little reluctantly. But it was close to home, by Bassenthwaite, and I’m so glad I went …

It’s reassuring to know that’s it’s ok to touch even the deadliest mushrooms. But disturbing that some of the most toxic are so innocuous.

Lots of fascinating mushroom facts, which I have mostly forgotten. But that beef steak one is best eaten in raw slithers and is juicy like a steak!

They do gift vouchers too

13/10/2025

Autumn 🍂 days can be some of the best! We were working away in the mist yesterday but this morning is full of sunny promise! Wishing you all a wonderful week.

03/10/2025

Thank you for this review. Your feedback helps spread the word that traditional acupuncture from a thoroughly trained practitioner can make a real difference. If you feel that you’ve benefitted from my treatments your review may help guide another to their health resolution.

29/09/2025

Have you tried acupuncture for your knee pain? As well as acupuncture I might also use electro-acupuncture, infra-red heat, massage and cupping. I’ve treated countless knees in my 15 years as an acupuncturist.

27/09/2025

Starting autumn with a more yin day off visiting the open studios around Bowness on Solway art trail. So much talent in such a small area … they are open again tomorrow. Photos of Alison Critchlow’s gorgeous studio and art and mini flowers by artist Emma Puntis

Address

34 Lowther Street
Carlisle
CA38DH

Telephone

+447788616488

Website

http://www.ruthirvingacupunctureyoga.co.uk/

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Ruth Irving BA (hons) PGCE Dip Ac MBAcC YTT traditional acupuncture, acupressure, yoga

Why do I have so many letters after my name? Because my evolution to yoga teacher has taken some time.

I have been a professional acupuncturist (tCM) and body-worker for nearly 15 years. As lifestyle changes are integral to a tCM (traditional Chinese Medicine) approach to health and wellbeing I set up yoga classes from my holistic centre Carlisle Therapies over five years ago - to encourage my patients to include mindful movement and breathwork into their lives. I have completed 300 hours yoga teaching training (YTT) specialising in Slow Flow yoga. Normally I run classes and workshops from Carlisle city and Keswick. In response to the current pandemic I now also provide an online platform for my classes, which include acu-yoga - a unique blend of the ancient healing traditions of acupuncture and yoga.

a yoga class for every body

Yoga means "union" of mind and body through breath. It is more than simply stretching and differs from a fitness class.

All my yoga classes include breath-work (pranayama), yoga flow (asanas) and relaxation (shavasana). Yogic mindful movement with the breath helps build up physical strength without injury, increase flexibility and calm the mind. People of all ages and those who cannot get up and down from a mat can hopefully benefit from my Beginners Chair Yoga video.

If you are completely new to yoga then I recommend my popular Absolute Beginners Yoga 5 week course. New dates coming soon. I also offer private virtual yoga tuition.

acupressure for health

Acupuncture without needles, all you need is your hands! Normally I include acupressure into my face-to-face acupuncture and massage treatments.

Now, I am sharing some general self-help pressure point routines for home use. Afterwards I recommend a deep relaxation session such as my Body-Scan meditation. Acupressure is most effective when accompanied by deep breathing. A complete online consultation can be arranged. This will include taking a full case history and you will receive tailored acupressure and lifestyle advice. For fees and to arrange an appointment contact me on 077 88 616 488 ruth@acupuncturecumbria.co.uk Remember, acupressure is not a substitute for medical help.