Maitri Studio Belfast

And it's week 2 of our teachers sharing their experience of embodying the yamas and niyamas ✨

This week, wrote about the second yama, Satya, "truthfulness".
Her short article is available in the slides and on our website along other pieces to browse and read!

Lisa from has been opening discussions about the yamas and niyamas in a dedicated WhatsApp group, message her to be added to it if you are curious about deepening your understanding of the philosophy and ethics of yoga! 🧘

Summer Solstice is upon us! ☀

We hope you get to enjoy this powerful time of year with the longest day and the shortest night bringing us into summer.

Our teachers have a few events for you to celebrate, so join them in celebrations!

☀ Yoga and Live Harp Solstice Gathering with and on the 18th of June (7.30-9pm).

☀Gongbaths with Brian and Lisa from SoundHenge Ireland - Gong Baths & Sound Meditations on the 19th of June (two sessions at 7.30pm and 9pm).

☀Soul Aligned Circle with .with.niamh on the 21st of June (6-7.45pm).

Book directly with teachers and read more about the events on our website!
https://maitristudio.net

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Delighted to work with India in Belfast and Deepika Gupta - thank you to Annamarie Yoga for representing us at Maitri Studio Belfast and teaching the yoga class! We hope everyone felt peaceful afterwards ☺️

The wonderful Lisa from The Yoga Loft' Carrickfergus is currently facilitating discussions around the Yamas and Niyamas which form the ethical and moral foundations of yoga 🧘

We wanted to join her efforts so we asked our teachers to write some short pieces about the 10 Yamas and Niyamas as described by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras.

The first one is Ahimsa, "non-violence".
You can read Cathy's article on our website and through the above slides.
Thank you for taking time to write!

Note that these articles are written from our teachers point of views and experiences and everyone will have a different interpretation of these ethic principles, hence the need for discussions!

Lisa has also created a free booklet and group chat where people can talk about this fundamental aspect of any yoga practice. Message her if you want to join!

June is just around the corner and Maitri Studio is buzzing with life and warmth!

Whether you're in need of a reset, are curious about meditation, gongbaths and mantra chanting or you just want to find community through drumming, talking or practicing yoga, we offer you a warm welcome.

Explore our full calendar on our website and browse our regular classes and therapies there too. Massages. treatments and counselling are available throughout June and summer.

See you soon! ✨

Pregnancy Yoga ✨🤰🏻

Join Christine for four weeks of yoga to support you and your baby during pregnancy and birth. The practice explores finding comfort and rest for your changing body and nervous system.

Christine has three decades of midwifery and yoga experience and first qualified as a yoga teacher in 2004. Her interest in pregnancy yoga developed during her own pregnancies and births.

In recent years she undertook further training and now has an additional 300 hours specifically dedicated to pregnancy yoga. It is an empowering practice that can support a healthier and more comfortable pregnancy, that ultimately leads to an informed birth 💕

These classes are 75 minutes and suitable from 14 weeks of pregnancy up until and after your due date.

You need no previous experience of yoga, the classes are also suitable for those who have a current yoga practice.

Pregnancy yoga is holistic and guides in preparation for parenthood through the understanding and felt experience of emotional regulation and a deeper connection to your growing baby through breathing practices 🧘‍♀️

Each week there is an offer of a sharing circle that can create a space to gain confidence and get to know other mums. The classes are responsive and bespoke to meet the changing needs of everyone on a weekly basis. There is focus on releasing and strengthening during pregnancy and also resilience and surrendering practices to help you prepare for birth. The gentle approach offers opportunity for rest and relaxation during and at the end of practice.

All props are available at the studio.

Come along and meet other mama's to be, and be guided by Christine as you build your village.



✨Thursdays 7.15-8.30pm
✨Starts 11th June - 2nd July 2026
✨£10-15 sliding scale per class (according to affordability)
✨To book, please contact Christine via WhatsApp on +44 (0)7825 841411 or [email protected]

Join Guillaume Dardenne for a weekend of learning in August! ✨💆🏻‍♂️

After years practising Shiatsu and other massages, Guillaume trained in trauma-informed somatic psychotherapies with Dr Gabor Maté and Dr Laurence Heller to better meet the needs of his clients.

He says :

"Despite all my tools, I was seeing a lot of physical pain and felt helpless to help relieve my clients. Bringing more understanding was helpful but we were missing something. That’s when I trained in Myofascial Energetic Release (MER) which brought in this missing link. A powerful hands-on holistic approach, addressing the root cause of pain in an embodied way while supporting people’s emotional expression.

Together we will explore MER mainly through hands-on practice while keeping some theoretical time to discuss about the Fascia System."

✨ Saturday 8th | Sunday 9th August 2026
💆9am-6pm each day
💕£350, with an early bird pricing of £300 if you book before 7th June

For more information, please contact Guillaume on +33 (0)7748 14585 or [email protected]

"The goal of the weekend is to give you a foundation on MER technic and the essential qualities needed for effective treatment.

This workshop is as much suited for bodyworkers wanting to discover a highly effective approach as it is for anyone on their self-discovery journey, wishing to explore their body, their somatic language and their emotional holding patterns."

(This course is ran by Guillaume Dardenne. Maitri Studio is not responsible for any content or running of the course. All bookings are made with them directly, as part of their training offerings.)

https://maitristudio.net/events/discover-mes-aug2026

Learn, Play, Move at Maitri Studio this May / June: Pregnancy yoga, Yin yoga training, solstice celebrations and even yoga on a farm....read more in our e-newsletter

Also 15% off Thai Yoga massage with Steven...

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"Your true nature is something never lost to you even in moments of delusion, nor is it gained at the moment of Enlightenment.”
—Huangbo

Great summer massage deal with Steven Pieces of Yoga Belfast - he comes highly recommended!