Anna Fornal Yoga

19/10/2026

This week’s classes are an offering into quiet. A chance to collectively soften the edges, release the grip and return to the rhythm of the calm within.

We’ll combine Yin and Restorative Yoga to ease deep-held tension, with calming Pranayama to soften the mind and settle the nervous system.

Suitable for all levels, so come as you are and discover the world of inner peace.

TUESDAY 9.30-11am
RIPPINGALE Village Hall PE10 0TA
TUESDAY 7-8.30pm
BILLINGBOROUGH Village Hall NG34 0QH
WEDNESDAY 9.30-11am
Helpringham Memorial Hall NG34 0RJ
THURSDAY 9.30-11am
ROPSLEY HALL NG33 4 BN
THURSDAY 7-8.30pm
AISBY Village Hall NG32 3NE

17/10/2026

What if you began the New Year differently?
Instead of rushing into resolutions, filling your diary and putting pressure on yourself to do more, what if you paused?

What if you gave yourself a day to breathe deeply, move mindfully, rest fully and listen to what your heart is asking for?

Sometimes clarity doesn’t come from trying harder. Sometimes it comes when we finally create enough space to hear ourselves.

My New Year Yoga Day Retreat is an invitation to do just that.
A day of yoga practices, meditation, breath regulation, deep rest and intention-setting to help you reconnect with yourself and explore what you would love to invite into 2027

Early bird ticket until 14th November
Link in bio
https://www.annafornalyoga.co.uk/event-details/awaken-your-possibilities-a-yoga-and-wellbeing-day-retreat

15/10/2026

I can’t meditate…
My mind is too busy
Have you ever said this to yourself?

You sit down, close your eyes, and suddenly your mind remembers everything you needed to do. The shopping list, tomorrow’s plans, yesterday’s conversation… and everything in between!

But here’s the thing: you don’t need a quiet mind to meditate.

Meditation isn’t about stopping your thoughts. It’s about learning to notice them without getting carried away by every single one.

Your mind wanders. You notice. You gently return to your breath.
And when it wanders again? You return again. Sometimes again and again!
No judgement. No frustration. Just practice.
You don’t have to get it right. You simply need to start somewhere.
Bonus: You get better at it with practice and time.

In my 4-Week Introduction to Meditation, we’ll explore simple, accessible ways to develop a meditation practice that works for you.

Come as you are, busy mind and all.
https://www.annafornalyoga.co.uk/event-details/4-weeks-introduction-to-meditation

11/10/2026

💜MEDITATION IS FOR ORDINARY PEOPLE💜
🤍You don’t need to sit cross-legged on a cushion.
🤍You don’t need to clear your mind.
🤍You don’t need to be particularly calm, spiritual or experienced.
🤍And you certainly don’t need to have your life figured out.

Meditation is for ordinary people living ordinary, sometimes messy, busy lives.

You can meditate sitting on a chair, resting comfortably, lying down or even walking slowly outdoors.
You can begin with just a few minutes.
The important thing isn’t how your practice looks from the outside. It’s the opportunity to pause, pay attention and become a little more aware of your own experience.

If you’ve been curious about meditation but have never felt quite sure whether it’s for you, perhaps this is your invitation to explore.
I’m offering a gentle 4-week Introduction to Meditation for anyone who would like to learn, ask questions and discover what works for them.
No previous experience needed. Just come as you are. 💚

A few spaces are still available, so if you were thinking about joining, but still not sure, get in touch or let’s chat.
Link in bio
https://www.annafornalyoga.co.uk/event-details/4-weeks-introduction-to-meditation

10/10/2026

https://www.annafornalyoga.co.uk/post/begin-your-meditation-journey

Meditation can sound simple until you sit down, close your eyes, and meet the full weather of your own mind. Thoughts arrive. The body fidgets. The breath feels strange or different. A minute can feel much longer than expected.This is not a sign that meditation is not for you. It is a sign that you....

01/10/2026

During this weeks classes we have been cultivating an attitude of gratitude. ❤️🙏🙏❤️

Gratitude is a simple, yet powerful form of mindfulness that deepens our connection to the beautiful people, places, events, things around us.
Pause and reflect on all the good things in your life and experience some empathy for those less fortunate.
Gratitude allows us not to take things for granted but to cherish everything we have❤️

“Gratitude, like faith, is a muscle. The more you use it, the stronger it grows, and the more power you have to use it on your behalf. If you do not practice gratefulness, its benefaction will go unnoticed, and your capacity to draw on its gifts will be diminished. To be grateful is to find blessings in everything. This is the most powerful attitude to adopt, for there are blessings in everything.” -Alan Cohen

29/09/2026

“Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and just listen. No more is needed.” - Eckhart Tolle

There is something beautiful about being still.
In a world filled with notifications, schedules, to-do lists and constant demands for our attention, finding a few quiet moments each day can feel like a luxury. Yet perhaps it is something we need more than ever.
I love sitting quietly and simply observing nature. It has become a little ritual for me, and over time I’ve found that I appreciate the silence more and more. I feel very fortunate to live somewhere where I can easily step outside and be surrounded by the beauty of nature.
When life feels hectic, or our minds are filled with worries, plans and what ifs, perhaps we can give ourselves permission to pause.
So ,
Put the phone down.
Step away from the computer.
Let the to-do list wait.
Go outside. Sit in the garden. Take a walk.
Feel the warmth of the sun on your skin. Listen to the birds. Notice the trees moving in the breeze. Breathe.
And simply be there.

We can so easily fill every available space with doing -another task, another project, another thing to achieve. Sometimes, slowing down can feel uncomfortable. But when we allow ourselves moments of stillness, we create space to notice what is really here.
Perhaps in that space we find a little more clarity.
A little more perspective.
A little more gratitude.
And perhaps, simply, a little more peace.
Meditation is one way of learning to become comfortable with stillness - not by trying to empty the mind, but by learning to sit with whatever is present, with greater awareness and kindness.

How do you find moments of stillness in your everyday life?

I’d love to hear what helps you slow down and reconnect.

If you’d like to explore meditation in a gentle and accessible way, I’m offering a 4-week Introduction to Meditation course, where we’ll explore simple practices for cultivating greater awareness, calm and connection in everyday life.
Feeling overwhelmed by a busy mind? Come and discover the gentle art of meditation.

Find out more and book your place
https://www.annafornalyoga.co.uk/event-details/4-weeks-introduction-to-meditation
📸Claire

27/09/2026

Annual afternoon meal out with our yoga community. 💜🧘‍♀️💜🧘

Thank you to everyone who came along. It was such a joy to spend time together off the mat, sharing laughter, conversation, and delicious food ☺️

Feeling grateful 🙏

26/09/2026

Last week we explored the shoulderstand known as (Salamba) Sarvangasana and often called the “queen of asanas”.

There is a lot of fear about going upside down, so I wanted to remind everyone it is not about chasing a picture-perfect inversion.
*We are exploring a new relationship with gravity.
*Shoulder stand isn’t about how vertical we are in the posture.
*There is no pressure to lift high -the benefits begin even with gentle supportive inversion.
*The intention is to feel balanced, supported, calm, inwardly focused and deeply rooted in the breath (not strained).
*I feel the props are non-negotiable to make shoulderstand safe, comfortable and accessible to all.

Learning shoulder stand is a process, a journey, it takes time and the preparation of the neck, spine, shoulders and hamstrings + strong core are necessary.

We discussed a variety of modifications using props where needed: Legs-Up-the-Wall, Supported Bridge, Gentle/partial inversion, Supported Shoulderstand, Full Shoulderstand (with blankets under shoulder line)-if appropriate.
Every stage is a practice. Every stage counts.

This posture offers us so much more than physical inversion. It’s an invitation to turn inward to see ourselves in the world from a new perspective and to surrender into stillness and the present moment.

When life feels overwhelming or stagnant, the act of inverting-even gently-can bring mental clarity and renewal, inviting a new viewpoint.
Emotionally, inversions ask us to trust, to lean into the unknown.

*There is no need to do the full posture to experience the physical, emotional and energetic benefits of this inversion and its variations.

Come and join us next week to explore 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️

What is your relationship with Shoulderstand? Do you practice it often ? Share below ⬇️

26/09/2026

Life can feel busy, noisy and demanding.

Meditation isn’t about emptying your mind or getting it “right” or sitting in meditation posture for god knows how long!

It’s about learning simple tools to help you meet life with a little more calm, clarity and ease.

5-10 minutes is enough. Starting small and gradually building up your self-practice where you can notice the subtle shifts!

Over four weeks, you’ll learn practical meditation and mindfulness techniques that you can use in everyday life to help:
🧘‍♀️Calm a busy mind
🧘‍♀️Reduce stress, anxiety and overwhelm
🧘‍♀️Improve focus and concentration
🧘‍♀️Cultivate self-compassion and emotional resilience
🧘‍♀️Sleep better
🧘‍♀️Feel more present and grounded
🧘‍♀️Bring more mindfulness into your daily life
🧘‍♀️Respond to challenges with greater resilience
🧘‍♀️Create a sustainable meditation practice that works for you

Each session includes gentle movement, guided mindfulness& meditation techniques , breathing practices, time for reflection, and practical techniques that you can use at home.

No previous experience is needed. Just bring yourself, exactly as you are.
No perfection required, just a willingness to show up for yourself🙏🕉️💜
Whether you’re completely new to meditation or looking to reconnect with your practice, this course offers a supportive and nurturing space to explore what meditation & mindfulness can bring to your life.

Spaces are limited to keep the group small and supportive.
💜If you’ve been curious about meditation but don’t know where to begin, this course is for you.

Stop waiting for the perfect time to start. Your 10-minute daily practice begins here.
https://www.annafornalyoga.co.uk/event-details/4-weeks-introduction-to-meditation