Claire Ferry Yoga

04/08/2026

Join me for a Deepening practice series workshop Saturday 15 August 10am-1pm in collaboration with held at

Yoga by the body but not only for the body.

"Don’t be exclusive, be inclusive… not only in asana but every walk of life" (BKS Iyengar)

More information on the Maitri website (link in bio) and go to event page and scroll to 15 August.

02/08/2026

Flashback photo (2015)! But the message is the same - yoga builds resilience, on and off the mat. Attempting to do something hard physically, or maintaining concentration for a period of time, becomes easier with practice, and we realise we CAN do it. And then we become more confident, and more convinced we CAN do other things in our lives.

I wish I could find the reference, but once I read about some research into standing poses like virabhadrasana (warrior) shown here. Observers in a waiting room were asked to rate students coming from a yoga class, and they rated students who'd been practising warrior and other standing poses as more confident that people who'd been practising other poses. Whether or not that is true, I know that my experience is that to hold strong poses like warrior and trikonasana (triangle) is very grounding and affirming.

Practice and see for yourself! Try a class :) [email protected] for details. All classes at

01/08/2026

Yoga for...busy brains - whether neurodivergence, anxiety, or general busy-ness, many of us often have a racing mind. By giving body and breath something specific to do, the mind is also entrained and given a focus, which helps calm all that thinking.
Students of mine who have an ADHD diagnosis have told me they feel the precise instructions in Iyengar yoga help them focus and not get bored in a yoga practice.
Other people with anxiety tell me they realise they've forgotten about their worries because they've been concentrating on their practice.
Many people tell me they then get a wonderful night's sleep after a yoga session.

Find a class for you - look up my website or go the the Maitri Studio Belfast website for details. Or message me!

31/07/2026

Yoga for relaxation - don't we all need to do this sometimes? In fact, often! Deep relaxation where we accept where we are and rest into the moment, observe thoughts and feelings and connect with the breath is SO important for mental and physical wellbeing.

Every yoga class ends with savasana, and every few weeks I will run a predominantly restorative / relaxation based class.

All classes held at Maitri Studio Belfast

30/07/2026

Yoga for....all! Often perceived as a 'female' trend, yoga is for all. There is a good proportion of men attending my evening classes, although the morning classes are currently predominantly female. I don't collect data on people's gender identity or sexual orientation. Yoga is for all people as far as I'm concerned, everyone welcome.

Nervous about whether yoga is for you? Please do feel free to contact me [email protected] 😊

All classes held at Maitri Studio Belfast

29/07/2026

Can't get to the floor? No problem. I have a chair-based yoga class on Tuesdays 11.30am (ground floor room) and I also adapt the Thursday 10am class the same way (first floor with stairs, no lift).

No need to let your concerns about whether you are flexible or not stop you practice yoga. There are all sorts of folks attending this class - dodgy knees, backs, fibromyalgia, neurological conditions, arthritis and more - and everyone can do something.

Curious? Email me [email protected] or call 07743 841415 if you would like to ask more. I'm happy to help.

All classes at Maitri Studio Belfast

28/07/2026

I'm a runner too! Or at least getting there as I train for the London marathon in April 2027. Yoga is brilliant for single leg balance, helping ankle, knee and hip flexibility and strength, and let's not forget the breathing either.

Check out my schedule https://maitristudio.net/team/claire-ferry or message me if you want further information.

All classes are at Maitri Studio Belfast

27/07/2026

Yoga can help you build strength by weight bearing and isometric positions (where you hold the joints / muscles in static forms). Learn step-by-step with what your body is ready for, and perhaps surprise yourself!

Class options through the week mornings & evenings. Commit to a block of classes, or fit drop-in as and when you can. Some yoga is better than no yoga 😊

Look up my website https://www.claireferryyoga.net/ for details or drop me an email [email protected] if you have any specific questions. All classes held at Maitri Studio Belfast

26/07/2026

Yoga for....holiday people! Still on school hols? Can't commit to every week, or find it hard to stick to a routine class? Never mind. Drop-in always available. No need to go to the same class each week. Do one that suits. Some yoga is better than no yoga 😊

Classes restarting this week Monday 27th July at Maitri Studio Belfast

Purchase pass and book online via the Maitri Studio website https://maitristudio.net/students, or just turn up and pay cash / card on the day.

Mon / Thurs / Fri 10am - beginners, slower paced
Tues 11.30am - chair-based yoga if you can't get to the floor
Mon 7.45pm, Tues & Thurs 6pm - beginners / ongoing
Mon 6pm & Tues 7.30pm - longer term Iyengar yoga practitioners

09/07/2026

Well, it's official now. I've a charity place to run the London marathon in 2027 for ! So as well as taking a break from yoga teaching this next fortnight I'll be starting to plan more training (including LOTS of yoga) and then my fundraising.

You can expect to hear about how yoga is helping my running from now on!! Off to go and re-read the Iyengar Yoga for Sports book...

I already know yoga helps me with running - posture, flexible and strong feet & legs, breathing and mindset. Now I need to keep at it!

Got a place in the 2027 London Marathon ballot? A huge congratulations to you! 🎉
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