Turtle Yoga

Turtle Yoga Turtle Yoga is an established yoga studio based in Holmfield near Halifax and Queensbury Yoga Studio

I have some 'Lucky' news for those who missed out earlier this week! 🍀Our first Gong Bath with Harry Wheeler on March ...
30/01/2026

I have some 'Lucky' news for those who missed out earlier this week! 🍀

Our first Gong Bath with Harry Wheeler on March 6th sold out in just a few hours (you guys are fast!), and I’ve had so many messages from people gutted to have missed a mat.

So, we’ve made it official: We are doing it all again on Friday, March 13th!

Forget the superstitions—we’re turning Friday the 13th into the ultimate evening of 'Good Luck' and deep relaxation. ✨

What to expect: 60 minutes of immersive, resonant gong vibrations to completely clear your mental 'tabs' and reset your nervous system. No movement, no effort—just you, a pile of blankets, and pure sound.

✨ When: Friday 13th March, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
✨ Where: Turtle Yoga, Holmfield Mills
✨ Spaces: Only 12 mats remaining

Book your space now
https://bit.ly/3ZaL3PI

✨ Ever wondered why nearly every relaxation or mindfulness exercise starts with a "trip" down to your toes? It's not jus...
29/01/2026

✨ Ever wondered why nearly every relaxation or mindfulness exercise starts with a "trip" down to your toes? It's not just to get comfy – there's some fascinating science behind why we "travel" through the body! ✨

When stress hits, our minds get stuck in "top-down" thinking: worrying, planning, and overthinking. The Body Scan technique is a powerful way to flip that switch!

Here’s why it works:

1️⃣ The Brain Map & Focus: Your brain has a detailed map of your body (the "cortical homunculus"). By consciously focusing on each body part, you're lighting up different areas of this map. This intense, physical focus actually crowds out anxious thoughts, giving your mind a new, present-moment job to do!

2️⃣ Grounding the "Monkey Mind": Our thoughts often drift into the past or future, fueling anxiety. Your body, however, only exists in the now. Anchoring your attention to physical sensations pulls your mind out of that mental time-travel and firmly into the present moment. Hello, calm!

3️⃣ Progressive Tension Release: We often hold tension we're not even aware of. As you scan, you might discover a clenched jaw or tight shoulders. Simply bringing awareness to that spot gives your brain the signal to release that specific tension. It's like giving your muscles permission to relax!

Remember the mantra: "Where attention goes, energy flows." Shifting your focus from your head to your body helps your entire nervous system drop into a "Rest and Digest" state.

Try it now! Take a deep breath and simply notice the sensation in your feet for 30 seconds. What do you feel? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Yes it's STILL January, but the end is in sight!! So if you're feeling a bit sluggish, a little heavy thats ok.Your body...
28/01/2026

Yes it's STILL January, but the end is in sight!!
So if you're feeling a bit sluggish, a little heavy thats ok.
Your body needs to move and your nervous system needs the rest. I have the perfect match for you tonight

The Full Experience:

🔥 7-8PM - Regular Flow: Move the body, wring out the day’s stress, and get the blood flowing.
☁️ 8.15-9PM - No-ga: Stay on your mat, grab the blankets, and drift into 45 minutes of guided, deep-tissue rest for your brain.

​Doing the flow beforehand is the perfect way to tire the body out so the mind can truly let go during the Nidra. It’s 90 minutes of total self-care, but you are more than welcome to drop in for just one!

https://bookwhen.com/turtleyogahalifax

Cobra pose 🐍We looked at cobra last week in some of my classesIf you feel a pinch in your spine during backbends like co...
22/01/2026

Cobra pose 🐍

We looked at cobra last week in some of my classes

If you feel a pinch in your spine during backbends like cobra, try these two quick shifts:

1️⃣ Press the tops of your feet firmly into the floor.

2️⃣ Think about pulling your chest forward rather than just pushing up.

​Small tweaks make the practice feel so much more sustainable. Save this for your next home practice or come try it in person with other poses in class 🧘‍♀️

​Which pose should I look at next or add to my classes next week? Let me know in the comments! 👇

💚Set the tone for your week💚The hardest part of yoga can sometimes be just unrolling the mat. 🧘‍♀️​We often wait until w...
19/01/2026

💚Set the tone for your week💚

The hardest part of yoga can sometimes be just unrolling the mat. 🧘‍♀️

​We often wait until we 'have time' or 'feel flexible enough' to show up, but the truth is: yoga is what gives you the energy and the headspace to handle everything else.

​Whether you need to stretch out a tight back or just need 60 minutes of quiet, I’ve got a space for you this week. 😊

​Join me:
Tues 7.15-8.15pm
Weds 7-8pm
Thurs 7-8pm
Fri 11.30am-12.30pm
Sun 10.45-11.45am

Use link below to book or get intouch
https://bookwhen.com/turtleyogahalifax

I used to think that if I didn't start the year perfectly, the whole month was a wash. Last week didn't go as well as I ...
12/01/2026

I used to think that if I didn't start the year perfectly, the whole month was a wash. Last week didn't go as well as I hoped and I started to get down about it

But this week, I’m leaning into the "Monday Reset."
​Whether it’s a difficult month, a messy schedule, or just a slow start to your resolutions, remember that progress isn't linear. Using this week to reorganise and refocus is a win in itself. 🙂

​Walking into my classes this week with a clean slate and zero guilt about last week. Cheers to a better Week 2!

See you on the mat
Helen 🐢🧘‍♀️

If Sundays often disappear without you getting any time for yourself, this is an invitation to do something different. B...
11/01/2026

If Sundays often disappear without you getting any time for yourself, this is an invitation to do something different.

Beginners Yoga Sundays 12.30-1.30pm

A calm point in the weekend.
A place to slow down, learn the basics, and reconnect with your body without pressure.

You don’t need experience, just the space to show up.

Sometimes that’s the hardest part.

More details and booking here:
https://bookwhen.com/turtleyogahalifax

Address

Turtle Yoga, 4th Floor, Holmfield Mill, Holdsworth Road
Halifax
HX36SN

Opening Hours

Tuesday 7pm - 8pm
Wednesday 7pm - 8pm
Thursday 7pm - 8pm
Friday 11:30am - 12:30pm
Sunday 10:45am - 11:45am

Telephone

+447971957321

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What is Turtle Yoga

Hi, my name is Helen and I’ve been running Turtle Yoga since Jan 2018. Based in between Halifax and Queensbury in the Holmfield area, I like to make sure our sessions are welcoming for all levels and a relaxed environment to just spend an hour focusing on yourself and your own practice.

We focus on different styles of Hatha yoga, with some breathing exercises, warm-ups and relaxation to finish, giving you a rewarding session that is great for the mind and body. It is also a very friendly atmosphere with a mix of people and ages.

If you are new to yoga and want to learn more about how to get into it, I would love to hear from you and chat about your experiences and what you’d like to get out of it.

A bit about me...