Boost Yoga

27/12/2025

Taking a moment to remember the importance of looking after myself!
Self care can often feel selfish or out of reach, especially when you know you’ve got 1000 things to do, and between illness and Christmas, it’s been nonstop.
But every time I step onto my mat, no matter how many times I may be interrupted 🙈😂 I’m reminded of what truly matters: giving myself time, space, and energy so I can keep pouring love into the ones who matter most.

25/12/2025

As we wrap up the year, I just want to say a heartfelt thank you to all the students who have taken part, and to the amazing educators who have welcomed Boost Yoga into their spaces to deliver yoga and mindfulness.
Your energy, openness and support make this work so special. I can not wait to see what next year has to offer 🥳

Wishing you all a very happy holiday from Boost Yoga 🎄

22/12/2025

Welcome to your Garden of Peace 🌱

This guided meditation is your reminder to pause, breathe and ground yourself during this hectic Christmas period.

Take two minutes today to sit in your peace.

Let every breath ground you…
Let every moment bring you closer to stillness.

Mindful Monday begins here 💛

20/12/2025

Christmas is wild with kids, especially as a single mum. There’s so much to look forward to and so much to feel overwhelmed by!
Connecting with myself and my mat reminds me to be grateful, slow down and realise just how far I’ve come!
Tonight I’ve turned to Ashtanga, a practice I find comfort in when everything around me starts feeling a little out of place.

19/12/2025

Words cannot describe how phenomenal this show was… so special to see the kids eyes light up as they waved to every Disney character.
Even at 34, this hit me hard. Definitely teared up at Moana 🙈😂

15/12/2025

Mindful Monday 🌿

Today we visit our Tree of Gratitude 🎄

Close your eyes, breathe deeply and imagine a wonderful tree stood in front of you. Take your time to visualise the branches and imagine placing something we are grateful for, big or small, onto them, just like decorating a Christmas tree.

With every breath, let your tree grow brighter… fuller… more alive with gratitude and positivity.

If you want to take this one step further, you can write the things we are grateful for on gift tags or ribbon/paper and attach them to your actual Christmas tree (or any other tree for that matter!)

What will you place on your branches today? 💛

13/12/2025

See you there! 🥳💛

We’ve got something exciting to share…

On Saturday 24 January 2026, HD8 Life and Under The Mast are teaming up to host an HD8 Community Celebration at Shelley Village Hall - a free, family-friendly event for the whole community, just in time to help beat those January blues.

As well as marking the launch of our new podcast, Beyond the Postcode, we'll be bringing people together to celebrate the local groups, creatives, small businesses and community spirit that make HD8 such a great place to be.

Plans are still coming together, but expect a fun, welcoming afternoon with lots happening and plenty to discover - all rooted in our community, of course.

WHEN? Saturday 24 January 2026, 2pm-4pm

WHERE? Shelley Village Hall, HD8 8HE

HOW MUCH? Free entry for all

For now, this is your save the date! More details coming soon 🖤

12/12/2025

Emotional Regulation this Christmas 🎄

The festive season brings joy but also a lot of uncertainty, noise and expectations, which can create real emotional pressure for children.
Studies show many parents report higher stress during holidays due to extra tasks, disrupted routines, and financial or social pressures.

As we guide our children through big feelings, it’s so important to remember: behaviour and emotion are not the same. Behaviour can be addressed; but the emotion behind it is always valid. 🧡

When we slow down, breathe with them and honour what they’re feeling, we teach emotional validation - a powerful tool for emotional regulation.

This week’s carousel shares 5 yoga‑inspired ways to support your child’s nervous system through calm breathing, genuine space, choice, connection and compassion.
In the rush of holiday lights and plans, these small moments of presence can be a lifeline to overwhelmed children.

Save, share & follow if you're a parent interested in learning simple yet effective tools and techniques for managing overwhelm. 💛

09/12/2025

SHAKE YOUR WIGGLES OUT! 💃

“Silly to calm” has become our favourite morning ritual.
I use this song in my nursery classes all the time, and it naturally found its way into our mornings too.
Just a few a precious minutes we can connect, breathe and dance our worries away before the busy day ahead! 💛🎶

08/12/2025

This morning's meditation : Candle gazing 🕯️

• Sit comfortably and soften your gaze.
• Focus on the candle flame.
• Keep your eyes relaxed and your gaze steady.
• Let thoughts rise and fall without judgement.
• Each time the mind wanders, gently return to the flicker of the flame.
• Breathe slowly, deepen with each inhale.

Stay for as long as you need 💛

05/12/2025

.Well… thank you Canva AI for making this reel a total breeze 😂🙈

I owe you all a huge apology - my socials have basically flatlined this week because our house has been taken out by bronchitis (or something equally dramatic 😩)

But honestly… HOW is it December already?! This year has been such a blessing. Teaching, socialising, and being a mum to my incredible little beans, I’m feeling so unbelievably grateful ☺️

Being self-employed as a single parent can be terrifying at times, and it definitely gets overwhelming (hence the radio silence!) It’s so easy to forget how far I’ve actually come. So I’m giving myself a little moment to reflect on the magic of this year and everything I’ve achieved 💛

Some of my highlights:
✨ Completing my Makaton Level 1 training
✨ Finishing my children’s yoga teacher training for additional needs & disabilities
✨ Keeping a steady flow of teaching - and already having bookings lined up for next year! 🥳
✨ Plus beautiful friendships, bridesmaid duties, and endless joy with my kids and family 💛

Thank you to everyone who makes my life that little bit more wonderful and for all your amazing support 🫶

03/12/2025

Wow what a lovely unexpected gift from the wonderful Vicky and her team at thank you so much!!

What a gorgeous way to start the day 💛