Saints Green Place

04/02/2026

03/02/2026

Nigella Lawson has been officially announced as the new judge of The Great British Bake Off. in an interview with , she talks about over the years, exercise has helped the 66-year-old maintain her health and wellbeing. ‘I do yoga three times a week,’ she told Good Housekeeping. ‘I have to do something I enjoy, otherwise I wouldn’t do it. The older I get, the more I realise I have got to do lots of stretching. So even if I’m not doing yoga, I make myself do lots of stretching.’

Nigella favours Iyengar yoga, that highlights precision and correct positioning when performing postures, often using props like blocks and belts as support. For her, fitness is as much about overall wellbeing as it is about physical results.

‘As you get on in life, you value feeling well as opposed to looking well,’ she’s said

“Yoga certainly makes you feel great, and you want to carry on feeling great.”

James Gourley//Getty Images

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/fitness/yoga/a70152660/nigella-lawson-66-fitness/

26/01/2026

Great home practice sequences…

09/01/2026

Curious about Iyengar yoga?
Not sure if it’s for you?
That’s exactly why we run an annual FREE taster class.
Learn what makes Iyengar yoga different.
Experience precise teaching and safe alignment.
Ask questions without pressure.
No commitment, no cost
Just come and feel it for yourself.
Saturday Jan 17th at 10.30 with Claire Hanrahan, our level 3 certified Iyengar teacher.
Book your place on 07798 725 557.

08/01/2026

Join me for a free yoga class to celebrate National Iyengar Yoga Day! I will be teaching a free beginner-friendly class to explore the benefits of Iyengar Yoga.

Saturday 17 January
10.30-11.30am
Saints Green Place, Brook Hill, North End CM6 3PQ

Suitable for all ages and levels of flexibility. Iyengar yoga builds strength, stability and peace of mind.

For more information or to book your place, contact me at hanrahan_claire@hotmail.co.uk or 07798 725 557 and leave me a message....

07/01/2026

FREE taster class here on Sat 17th Jan with Claire Hanrahan. For anyone new to yoga or to Iyengar yoga . All ages and abilities welcome.

Curious about Iyengar Yoga? 🌿

National Iyengar Yoga Day 2026 is the perfect chance to try a FREE class and discover how props, precision and clarity make yoga accessible for everyone.

🗓 National Iyengar Yoga Day
Saturday 17 January 2026
(Some local events take place on different dates)

✨ Local FREE classes ✨

Sophie Reynolds - Atma Prema Wellness

📅 Sat 10 January | ⏰ 11.00–12.30
📍 Trinity Methodist Church, Rainsford Rd, Chelmsford CM1
✔️ Beginners welcome • bring a friend
✔️ Just come along – no booking needed

Yoga with Claire

📅 Sat 17 January | ⏰ 10.30–11.30
📍 Saints Green Place, Brook Hill, North End CM6 3PQ
✔️ Beginners welcome
📩 Please let Claire know if you’d like to attend:
hanrahan_claire@hotmail.co.uk | 07798 725557

Find more classes near you via the IY(UK) website: https://iyengaryoga.org.uk/national-iyengar-yoga-day/

12/12/2025

This is a great way to sit in Virasana for those with knee problems. The rope in the back of the knees creates space. This is how we work in Iyengar yoga. Whatever your restriction we find a solution.
Want to know more?
Claire Hanrahan is running a free one hour taster class here on Saturday 17th January at 10.30 for those new to Iyengar yoga (including those with experience in other yoga styles).
Message 07770520666 for more information or email saintsgreenplace@btinternet.com

19/11/2025

I'm excited to say that I will be teaching two retreats next year, 2026 - the first one will be a yoga & spa weekend at Champneys. A thoughtful early Christmas present for yourself or someone close...and the perfect way to reset post festive season!

30th Jan - 1st Feb 2026
Champneys, Forest Mere

You're invited to join us!

Email: info@freespirityoga.co.uk for more information or to book your space.

09/11/2025

A typical adjustment in an Iyengar yoga class.

07/11/2025

Be honest…
You’re struggling to put your socks on 🧦 😩. Don’t worry we’ve got you.

You’re probably just a Stiffie —🤦‍♂️and that’s exactly who we teach.

Our Iyengar yoga classes are perfect for anyone who can’t touch their toes, chokes on incense, and thinks yoga is just for yummy Mummies.

You’ll learn classic Iyengar yoga utilising many props- chairs, blocks, belts, bricks — and a teacher who actually helps you use them.

Come for the shoulder release, stay for the peace it brings to your mind.

📍 Saints Green Place – North End, Essex
📅 Weekly classes to suit all abilities:
Mon 4-5.30pm
Tues 9.30-10.30am
Wed 9.30-10.30am (Restorative).
Thurs. 9.30-11am
Thurs. 6.30-8pm
💷 Drop in or block bookings.
📩 Message Claire before your excuses get any stiffer 07770 520666 or visit SaintsGreenPlace.com

Come along. Bring your tight hamstrings and your sense of humour 😁

06/11/2025

🌿 IYCE CELEBRATION WORKSHOP – 30 YEARS! 🌿

📅 Saturday 15th November 2025
📍 Highwood Village Hall, Loves Green, Highwood, CM1 3QG

Join us for the final 30th Anniversary Celebration of the Iyengar Yoga Centre for Essex (IYCE) — a free event open to all practitioners!

✨ The day includes:
🧘‍♂️ Yoga Workshop with Paul Brown – 9:45–11:45
🪷 Talk by Susan Long – 11:45–12:45
💬 Q&A with a panel of Level 3 Teachers
☕ Refreshments – 12:45–14:00

In February 1995, a small group of Iyengar Yoga practitioners met at Susan Long’s home to discuss how to develop Iyengar Yoga in Essex. From that gathering, the Iyengar Yoga Centre for Essex (IYCE) was born — and 30 years later, we’re celebrating how far it’s come!

About Paul Brown:
Paul is a much-loved Level 3 Iyengar Yoga teacher — one of the first to be trained in Essex. Over the years, he’s refined his practice and teaching and now leads several popular classes across the county.

🎟️ This event is FREE, but booking is essential as places are limited.
Bookings will be taken on a first come, first served basis.

If you have a question you’d like to ask our teacher panel, please include it when you book!

Sandra Hitchcock is co-ordinating the bookings for this event. Please return a
completed booking form to her by email at sandra.hitchcock@outlook.com.