A festive afternoon out with a difference!

To start, Donna will guide you through a cosy Winter Warmer candlelit Yoga class combining slow flow, breathwork and meditation to help you pause and find some calm in the busy festive period.

After this, you can then enjoy mulled wine (non alcoholic refreshments will also be available) and festive treats.

The practise will make way for you to tap into your creative side, have fun and make something really personal for your home when you are then guided by our talented florist, Emma (Buds To Bloom, Haslingden) to create a luxury Christmas wreath.

Emma will provide you with all the materials you need to craft your wreath from scratch. This includes the frame and using moss and foliage to build up the frame using quality natural and biodegradable materials including red and green apple and orange slices, pine cones, cinnamon sticks, spruce, ivy and locally sourced holly, ribbon and other materials to make a full and elegant wreath to adorn your home that will last for the whole of the Festive period.

Emma will also be there to provide hands-on support. This means that whether you are a wreath-making novice or seasoned expert, you can create a festive wreath to be proud of.

This year the event will take place at St Thomas' Church Hall, Helmshore Road, Helmshore on Saturday 29th November 2024 at 3pm.

The ticket price includes the Yoga class led by Donna, all materials to make the wreath, the workshop itself led by Emma, tipples and treats.

You will need to bring a yoga mat, a blanket, a pair of scissors and if required, a pair of gardening gloves.

Tickets are £69. Duration approx 3hrs

All our events are strictly non-refundable. However, if you can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass your ticket on to a friend but please let us have their details by email.

We strive to keep our cancellation policy as fair as possible—if you find a replacement participant, we will accept the transfer without penalty.

By attending our events, you acknowledge that participation is at your own risk. If the event includes food, please inform us in advance of any allergies or dietary requirements.

Welcome the New Year with the Power of Intention.

This 2 hr workshop is not about setting New Year’s resolutions or goals. It's about giving you the space and time to pause, reflect on your year and connect with yourself, to work out what YOU really want your life to look like and to live your values in 2026 and beyond.

I will guide you step by step to set your 2026 road map through relaxing breathing techniques, a private journaling reflection and intention setting session using restorative style poses to settle the body and mind (think easy relaxed poses held for a couple of minutes) and end with a powerful guided visualisation meditation.

It will help you to set your intentions and start the new year focused, with a clear mind and positive attitude.

Set your intentions. Flow with your breath. Allow your life to unfold.

When and Where?

Saturday 3rd January 2026, The Pyramid Room, Unitarian Church, Bank Street, Rawtenstall.

11am-1pm.

​What will I need to bring?

You will need your mat, a cosy blanket and pillow, journal and a pen. (I recommend you bring your journal from last year or a journal that will be used again next year and so on, as seeing your growth year on year is fantastic to look back on).

All levels and everyone welcome (older teens and men joined every year and love it!). You don't have to have practised yoga at all previously to join this event.

Investment is £25. Booking is essential as spaces are limited.

I really hope you can join me in this wonderful introspective workshop in this beautiful space to set you up for the new year ahead.

All our events are strictly non-refundable. However, if you can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass your ticket on to a friend but please let us have their details by email.

We strive to keep our cancellation policy as fair as possible—if you find a replacement participant, we will accept the transfer without penalty.

By attending our events, you acknowledge that participation is at your own risk. If the event includes food, please inform us in advance of any allergies or dietary requirements.

PLAS CADNANT ESTATE, Anglesey

Friday 7th November - Monday 10th November 2025

THIS RETREAT IS SOLD OUT - PLEASE contact me if you want to be added to the waitlist for the next Pilates & Yoga Retreat to be notified first.

I would love for you to join me for a cosy and nourishing 3 night Pilates and Yoga retreat, on the rural and peaceful Welsh coast.

Relax at the charming Plas Cadnant estate, a restored historic property nestled in a serene valley with breathtaking views of Snowdonia. The accommodation blends grand historic charm with modern comfort, featuring elegant rooms and peaceful surroundings. Enjoy the dedicated yoga space, alongside landscaped gardens, a private waterfall (with a plunge for those wanting to take a dip) offering a serene space to unwind and enjoy the restorative power of nature, and serene outdoor spaces.

BURLTON COTTAGES & SPA, SHROPSHIRE

Friday 24th April -Monday 27th April 2026

THIS RETREAT IS SOLD OUT - PLEASE contact me if you want to be added to the waitlist for the next Pilates & Yoga Retreat to be notified first.

I would love for you to join me for a 3 night Pilates and Yoga retreat, in the rural and peaceful Shropshire countryside.

It will be a wonderful time to make sometime for yourself as we emerge from Winter & celebrate Spring. You can enjoy a few days away surrounded by like minded people, sharing movement & meditation, allowing ourselves to share the magic that we will create and leave us feeling energised & recharged, ready to step into Spring.

The award winning Burlton Cottages and Spa offers unspoilt peace, tranquillity and escapism; a perfect space to retreat to for a weekend of wellness.

All rooms are based on a twin sharing basis within self contained stylish Cottages which include quality linen, fluffy bathrobes and slippers. You will have full access to all the spa facilities and small gym throughout your stay including indoor heated swimming pool, steam room, jacuzzi, sauna, rain shower and relaxation area. Our Pilates & Yoga sessions will be held in the beautiful space of the airy and light studio located next door to the spa.  

The weekend will find the perfect balance between activities and rest - which is so important when taking some time out of your busy schedule. Your break will include Pilates, Yoga, meditation, breathwork, journaling, relaxation and outstanding food. Bliss!

During your stay you will also have a relaxing massage or reiki treatment with our lovely beauty therapist, Emma (included in the cost of the weekend).

This Retreat will be full board with all meals, drinks and snacks (not including alcoholic drinks) throughout, with freshly cooked, nutritious and delicious plant based food from our private retreat chef, the wonderful Catherine at Wildings Vegan Kitchen who catered my last retreat.

I received such wonderful feedback from my last retreat. Here's what one of my lovely guests said:

"What an amazing weekend I had and I am still soaking all the energies in.

The food was divine, I never in my wildest dreams thought plant based food & cheese cake could taste so amazing.

From arriving to leaving the whole experience was fabulous.

I could of been anywhere in the world it was that magical, I learnt so much about myself and I have been given the advice and tools to reset my life which I really didn’t think needed so much attention but it definitely did.

I really didn’t want the weekend to end, everything was perfect and I can’t thank you Donna for organising such an amazing retreat, please hurry with the next retreat.

I really cannot express my gratitude enough to all involved.

Thank you, Namaste, Elaine"

If you haven't experienced a Retreat before, they can be transformative in more ways than you expect for lots of reasons, including that you are taking time out just for YOU for a few days. Not having to think about anyone else other than pleasing yourself and that in itself can be such a fabulous experience if you are usually busy thinking of and "doing" for others - whether that be at work, parenting, caring for loved ones, being a partner or friend - or maybe all of those!

Please email me for all the information.

Have you heard of the incredible health benefits of Pilates? Do you want to get stronger and/or relieve aching joints or reduce the pain in your back, knees, neck or hips?

Then welcome to my 6 week Pilates Beginners Course.

This will be perfect if you are new to it or if you already practice Pilates but want an in-depth refresher of the method to perfect your alignment and technique, then join my welcoming, friendly and supportive group.

Come and try it out and see how it can help you

* relax and release tension

* build muscle tone to improve your strength

* improve your posture and core stability

* develop easeful movement in the body and

* increase stamina

This 6 week course of 45 minute classes will cover the fundamentals and method of Pilates.

We will cover:

✨The breathing technique

✨How to engage your core and pelvic floor, body stability, alignment and control principles

✨How to be aware of your posture and the importance of it

✨Basic mobility and strengthening exercises gently progressing each week

It will be a carefully planned progression of Pilates each week to get you familiar with the Pilates method, connection to your body and breath, and confidence in moving on the mat.

The course will run over 6 weeks at 7.10pm at Haslingden Community Link, Bury Road, Haslingden from Tuesday 21st October to Tuesday 2nd December (NB excluding 11th November)

Investment £57 for the course

Are you in?

EVERY BODY IS A YOGA BODY! For that reason, my classes are suitable for everyone, whether you are a complete newbie or a more experienced Yogi. All are very welcome.

We will work through the elements of Hatha yoga to connect mind, body and soul.

The classes run on:

Mondays - 6pm (1hr class) Rawtenstall

Tuesdays - 1.30pm (1hr 15mins) Helmshore

Wednesdays -10.15am (1hr 15mins) Helmshore

**Please arrive 10 minutes before if possible and bring your own mat and blanket for Savasana (relaxation) at the end of class**

I also encourage you to bring blocks and straps to assist your practice. Props are always your friend in Yoga!

Start your week with an energising mat based Pilates class to make you feel mobile, strengthened and lengthened! It is suitable for all abilities as modifications and progressions will be given for all levels.

The classes:

Monday mornings at 9.30am

Tuesday evenings at 6.00pm

both at The Link, Bury Road in Haslingden.

Please bring your own mat.

Have you heard of the incredible health benefits of Pilates? Do you want to get stronger and/or relieve aching joints or reduce the pain in your back, knees, neck or hips? Then welcome to my 6 week Pilates Beginners.

This will be perfect if you are brand new to it or if you already practice Pilates but want an in-depth refresher of the method to perfect your alignment and technique, then join my welcoming, friendly and supportive group.

Come and try it out and see how it can help you

* relax and release tension

* build muscle tone to improve your strength

* improve your posture and core stability

* develop easeful movement in the body and

* increase stamina

This 6 week course of 45 minute classes will cover the fundamentals and method of Pilates.

We will cover:

✨The breathing technique

✨How to engage your core and pelvic floor, body stability, alignment and control principles

✨How to be aware of your posture and the importance of it

✨Basic mobility and strengthening exercises gently progressing each week

It will be a carefully planned progression of Pilates each week to get you familiar with the Pilates method, connection to your body and breath, and confidence in moving on the mat.

The course will run over 6 weeks from Wednesday 22nd October to Wednesday 3rd December at 9am at St Thomas' Church Hall, Helmshore Road. excluding Wednesday 12th November

Investment £57 or the course

Are you in?

The hall manager asks you not to park on Rhodes Avenue please. It is a private unadopted road maintained by the residents and the Church gets complaints if folk are spotted parking there. Thank you for your understanding.

There is plenty of parking on Helmshore Road.

This is a bespoke and confidential one to one Progressive Plan where I work with you individually each week either in person or online. I will listen, motivate you and provide accountability to help you achieve your goals.

The package includes:

• Initial consultation with posture assessment and analysis, identification of goals, understanding your current activity levels and lifestyle, barriers to exercise, provision of nutritional guidance and health and fitness advice
• Preparation of a personalised, realistic and progressive 12 week Pilates plan based on the matters arising from the posture assessment, your current fitness level and personal goals
• 10 private sessions in total (once a week)
• Closing session to evaluate progress and next steps

Please reach out to me by email at [email protected].

I am happy to have a no obligation discovery call with you to see if you think I would be a good fit for you.

I offer private or duet yoga classes in person or online.

I teach Hatha, Vinyasa and restorative yoga.

Please get in touch by email at [email protected] if you are interested.

This is a perfect class to do if you are new to Pilates, or you are recovering from an injury/surgery, or simply if you‘ve not exercised in a while and are not feeling confident about joining a group class yet.

This is a welcoming and supportive class where we go through the fundamentals of Pilates including:

✨The breathing technique

✨How to engage your core and pelvic floor

✨How to be aware of your posture and the importance of it

✨Basic mobility and strengthening exercises

Alternatively, I can tailor this class to teach intermediate or advanced Pilates.

Private or dual Pilates classes in person or online.

Please reach out to me by email at [email protected] if you are interested.