Gemma Yoga

I have 3 spaces in this beautifully relaxing and restorative class on Friday My Inner Space Yoga Studios aka The Yoga Shed in Wickham.
We will be supporting the lymphatic system with self massage, gentle movement and deep rest. Message me to book or go to www.bookwhen.com/gemmayoga
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This is a reminder to look after yourself this bank holiday weekend and if your body has been asking for a pause, this is your invitation to finally give it one.

Bank holidays (and let’s not forget half term for those with kids) can easily become just another busy time filled with plans, catch-ups, and endless to-do lists.
But rest is productive too. Slowing down, breathing deeply, and allowing your nervous system to soften is just as important as everything else on your calendar.
This class is designed to help you fully switch off:
✨ Gentle supported poses
✨ Deep relaxation
✨ Space to release tension and reset
✨ A chance to reconnect with yourself

If you’ve been feeling tired, overwhelmed, stretched thin, or simply in need of a moment to exhale, I’d love for you to join us.
There are just a few spaces left, so this is your last chance to book your spot.
Prioritise yourself this bank holiday, your body and mind will thank you for it.

Friday 22nd May 7PM - 8.30PM
The Yoga Shed Wickham

This is a reminder to look after yourself this bank holiday weekend and if your body has been asking for a pause, this is your invitation to finally give it one.

Bank holidays (and let’s not forget half term for those with kids) can easily become just another busy time filled with plans, catch-ups, and endless to-do lists.
But rest is productive too. Slowing down, breathing deeply, and allowing your nervous system to soften is just as important as everything else on your calendar.
This class is designed to help you fully switch off:
✨ Gentle supported poses
✨ Deep relaxation
✨ Space to release tension and reset
✨ A chance to reconnect with yourself

If you’ve been feeling tired, overwhelmed, stretched thin, or simply in need of a moment to exhale, I’d love for you to join us.
There are just a few spaces left, so this is your last chance to book your spot.
Prioritise yourself this bank holiday, your body and mind will thank you for it.

Friday 22nd May 7PM - 8.30PM
The Yoga Shed Wickham

I like to turn up to class with a nicely written out lesson plan, curated playlist, 25 mins early. Run through my plan, sit and meditate and feel completely ready to welcome and guide my students……

It doesn’t always work like that though - this is the real world!

This has not been a great week, my poor sis had a burst appendix and was in hospital the same time as she was moving out of her old house, so along with the worry about her and visiting her in hospital, I was sorting out her house (cleaning, painting, selling things) and trying to keep my own house and family going! I woke up Wednesday morning feeling pretty awful, hadn’t slept well (hello day 2 of my period) and then went back to sleep around 6 and overslept, I felt drained, stressed and achy!

My plan had been to get up at 6.30, Make Jaspers lunch and write out my class plan, but that obviously didn’t happen. So I rushed about, trying to get 2 kids ready for school, didn’t have time to wash my hair and drove (late) straight to class panicking about what to teach.

On the way I took a few deep breaths and thought -trust yourself, you can do this, you’ve been teaching yoga for 17 years!! Pretend you are writing a class for yourself - and I knew what to do - go back to the fundamentals, breath (pranayama) and focus (dristi) to bring me back to the present and calm the racing thoughts. I actually LOVED the class I taught, allowed my intuition to guide me and spoke from the heart. It also reminded me that yoga is a PRACTICE, the practice of calming the fluctuations of the mind, you are always coming back to the practice, that’s yoga. We are humans and we have human brains that love to overthink!

It doesn’t actually matter what postures you can or can’t do, whether you journal daily, pull oracle cards, do breathwork, how fancy your lesson plans are etc. what matters is returning again and again to the simple practice of focusing the breath, the gaze, the awareness.

Life is hard at times, mothering is hard, running a business is hard. Stuff happens. That’s where yoga becomes more than just an hour on the mat. That’s when yoga becomes a living practice, a lifelong one. 17 years and counting.

Contrast therapy, alternating between the deep, enveloping heat of the sauna and the invigorating shock of a cold plunge, is more than a wellness trend. It’s a powerful, time-tested ritual that awakens your entire system.

In the sauna, heat works its magic. Your muscles soften, tension melts away, and circulation increases as your body opens up. Stress begins to loosen its grip. Then comes the cold: a sharp, energising plunge that floods your body with freshness, reduces inflammation, and leaves you feeling intensely alive. This hot–cold cycle creates a natural rhythm that strengthens resilience, boosts recovery, and sharpens mental clarity.

The result? A body that feels lighter, looser, and more energised and a mind that feels calm, clear, and focused.

My Reset day retreat is designed to guide you through this experience intentionally. No rushing, no distractions, just space to reconnect with yourself. Move between heat and cold, rest deeply, and allow your nervous system to reset in a way that modern life rarely allows.

Saturday 12th July 10am-4pm Max-wellbeing yurt, Durley.
Link in bio.

Had one of those weeks?!
Grab the last spaces in Essential Rest on Friday 24th April 7pm-8.30pm in Wickham. Join me in this beautiful space to release your week and start the weekend regulated and calm.
Www.bookwhen.com/gemmayoga
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In need of some ‘me time’?
I have space in my Essential Rest class this Friday at the Yoga Shed in Wickham. A blissful 90 mins of somatic movement, restorative holds and guided relaxation. Give yourself the gift of rest 💜

Gemma Yoga - Booking by Bookwhen *Weekly Flow Yoga *Ultimate Rest - Every 4th Friday in Wickham *Workshops and events Join my membership for discounts on weekly class prices and secure your space in your favourite class!

Voice and Yoga Day Retreat
Sunday 24th May 10AM - 4AM
The Gregg School
Southampton

Immerse yourself in a restorative day retreat combining the grounding benefits of yoga with the transformative power of vocal expression.

Carefully designed to support relaxation, confidence, and creative freedom, this retreat offers a rare opportunity to explore the connection between movement, breath, and authentic voice in a nurturing environment. Singing and sounding together can be deeply uplifting, helping to build connection, reduce stress, and create a powerful sense of shared energy and belonging.

Perfect for anyone seeking:
• Stress relief and nervous system reset
• Greater vocal confidence and freedom
• Creative and emotional expression
• A day of meaningful self-care

The retreat will take place at The Gregg School, Townhill Park, set within 23 acres of beautiful parkland, including a peaceful sunken garden for you to explore. The day will be mostly held in the school’s atmospheric wood-panelled music room, creating a calm and inspiring space for practice and connection.

The day includes a freshly prepared, nourishing lunch, along with tea, coffee, and snacks to support your wellbeing throughout the retreat.

The retreat is led by Gemma Witcomb, a yoga teacher of over 17 years, and Alex Diaz, a local singing teacher and yogi. Gemma and Alex share a passion for combining yoga and voice work and love practising and singing together, bringing warmth, experience, and playfulness to their teaching.
To book go to link in bio x

New Class!
Chair Yoga In Person and Online (recording available)
Fridays 12:30PM - 13.30PM
The Yoga Shed Wickham

I’m excited to be starting my new Chair Yoga class on 14th November! Join me in the studio, live on Zoom or catch up with the recording!

Any questions please get in touch!
Gem x