Mind Body Mat Pilates & Yoga

Next week in class … 😂

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The one take wonder 😜

30 minutes of peace and calm to get you through the week!

1.15pm Tues 4th Nov @ Havant Public Service Plaza

Booking Essential, £5 PAYG, anyone welcome!

Bookings: https://www.mindbodymat.com/booking-calendar/mindful-yoga-reset-tuesday-1-15-pm?referral=service_list_widget

✨ Partner Yoga Fun ✨

In tonight’s Better Body Club Hatha Yoga class we explored partner yoga!

This class is all about movement, mindfulness, and connection – and a little laughter along the way doesn’t hurt! 🧘‍♀️🤝

🌟 Drop-in (PAYG): £8.50
🌟 5-Class Pass: £37.50

Perfect for all levels – whether you’re brand new to yoga or already love your practice. Come join us next week and experience the benefits for your body and mind. 💫

📍 Victory Hall, Warsash
🕖 Wednesday at 7pm

👉 Message for more details or to book your spot.

My colleagues at Better Body Club have a gorgeous weekend of movement, relaxation, fun and food planned at the stunning Northcourt on the Isle of Wight this October.

Rooms start at the incredibly great value of £330-£420 (based on two people sharing) with activities and food included.

Details below! ⬇️

🌿 Better Body Club Mind Body Retreats – Isle of Wight We’re thrilled to offer more dates at our Mind Body Retreats at the beautiful Northcourt House on the Isle of Wight – and there are still rooms available for both upcoming dates: 🗓️ 10th – 13th October 2025 🗓️ 6th – 9th March 2026 Whether you’re looking to reset, recharge, or just enjoy some well-deserved “me time,” these retreats are the perfect blend of movement, mindfulness, and relaxation. With nourishing meals, uplifting classes, and peaceful surroundings, it’s a weekend you’ll love. Bring a friend, share a twin room or take a single occupancy room, and treat yourself to a weekend of wellness! Please head over to our website to see more details and how to confirm your place.

✨ Members-Only Perks (it’s FREE to join!) ✨

Did you know that Mind Body Mat has a Members’ Perks Hub? 🎉

As a member, you’ll get access to exclusive brand discounts on wellness, fitness, and lifestyle products I personally recommend.

Treat yourself to a new Manduka Mat, ethical BAM Active Wear and more!

✅ Free to join
✅ No catch
✅ No spam (ever!)

This is my way of saying thank you for being part of the Mind Body Mat community.

👉 Sign up today, unlock your discounts, and enjoy a little extra goodness both on and off the mat.

🔗 https://www.mindbodymat.com/

🛑 Stop the Press! 🛑
🤩 £5 Pilates - Tuesday 12 noon in Havant 🤩

One of my most popular classes has availability this September for new participants to join!

I can’t stress how unusual this is, so run don’t walk to book your place! ⬇️

In partnership with Get Up and Go Havant, join Sarah every Tuesday at 12 noon at the Public Service Plaza in Havant for a mixed ability class.

💪This subsidised class is open to adult residents of Havant Borough and EVERY level of fitness and ability is catered for.

🧘‍♀️It’s also a very friendly and welcoming group!

Message or comment for details, and to book a FREE taster session.



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✨ New to Class this week? What to expect! ✨

With lots of new faces booked to try a class this week, here’s how to make it a smooth (and enjoyable!) experience:

🧘 What to bring:
•Your own mat if possible (it’s best for hygiene), or I’ll happily lend you one.
•A bottle of water - staying hydrated is part of self-care.
•Comfortable, form-fitting clothes you can move in (layers are great so you can stay cozy during relaxation).

💪 What class looks like:
•A gentle warm-up to ease your body in.
•Exercises with options to suit every body - adapt or progress as you need.
•A stretch and relaxation (in Yoga, sometimes in Pilates) to leave you feeling balanced and restored.

🔥 What NOT to expect:
These aren’t “sweat-it-out” bootcamp sessions. Pilates and Yoga aren’t about burning calories - they’re about building strength, improving mobility, and connecting mind and body. You’ll leave feeling taller, calmer, and more energised.

💡 Final tip: Come with an open mind, a willingness to try, and know that every movement can be adapted to meet you exactly where you are today. You’ll always be welcomed, supported, and never judged.

✨ What I’ve Been Up To This August ✨

This month, some of my regular classes have taken a little summer pause while I’ve been focusing on professional development. I really believe in continuing to learn so I can bring fresh knowledge, safe practices, and new inspiration back into our Pilates and Yoga community. 💙

Over the past few weeks I’ve expanded and updated my knowledge in some of the following fields:

✅ First Aid
✅ Pelvic Floor Health
✅ Somatic Yoga
✅ Polyvagal Theory
✅ Trauma Informed Yoga

I also finally got signed off on my 100 Hour Yin Yoga training 😅 and have embarked on a 1000 hour Ayurvedic Practitioner course. 🤪

I’m excited to weave what I’ve learned into our sessions together – making sure classes are supportive, accessible, and beneficial for every body. 🧘‍♀️

On a personal level, there’s also been a lot of wholesome family adventures on land and sea! ⛵️

I can’t wait to be back on the mat with you in September! 🌿

Current Timetable:

💚 Monday

10.00 AM Pilates - Hayling Island Community Centre

11.00 AM Pilates - Hayling Island Community Centre

7.00 PM - Bursledon Community Centre, Lowford, Southampton

🩵 Tuesday

10.00 AM Seated Pilates - Hayling Island Community Centre

12.00 Noon Pilates - Havant Public Service Plaza

🧡 Wednesday

7.00 PM Hatha Yoga - Victory Hall, Warsash

💜 Thursday

10.00 AM Pilates - Abshot Community Centre, Park Gate

11.00 AM Yoga - Abshot Community Centre, Park Gate

🩷 Friday

10.45 AM Seated Exercise - Victory Hall, Warsash

I can’t recommend the lovely Emma from Ocean Flow Therapies enough if you need help with ongoing pain.

As a Jing Method Advanced Clinical Massage practitioner she has a wealth of knowledge and a warm, personable approach.

She’s just opened a new clinic in Wickham and has an existing clinic on Hayling Island.

Emma is also an incredible Yoga teacher (I had the pleasure of being her student for a while!) and runs classes on Hayling Island.

Check out her website here https://www.oceanflowtherapies.com/

✨NEW✨ Blog Post - 👅👣Tongues and Toes - an insight into the link between our feet and jaw, how tongue posture can effect your skeletal posture and why you should focus on your feet.

Tongues and Toes I often joke in class that I'm a bit obsessed with feet, but it's no joke - feet are the foundation of our entire musculoskeletal system and when we strengthen, mobilise, and align them properly, it creates a ripple effect of stability and ease all the way up through the knees, hips, spine, and beyo...