Yoga with Katy. Bristol, UK

Yoga with Katy. Bristol, UK Scaravelli influenced yoga The style of yoga that I teach is a form of Hatha yoga and is influenced by Vanda Scaravelli.

Vanda worked with both B.K.S Iyenga and Desikachar and taking these influences brought her own unique and truly revolutionary approach to her practice. Vanda’s focus was on our vital core, the spine. By working with gravity we can create freedom in our spine which helps to create a feeling of lightness, allowing for more movement and freedom in our bodies. My approach is to spend time exploring ea

ch posture and to work with the body, rather than use force and fight against the body. We work in a more subtle, intuitive and intelligent way, to encourage the release of tension and work towards a more supple body. This practice is for you if you are seeking a more personal, slower approach to practice. If you are looking for a 'work-out' this isn't the place for you! This is the place for you if you:
- feel stuck in your practice and want to release unwanted tension (physical & emotional) which causes discomfort or limits mobility, find a balance between strength and softness, undo holding patterns, and discover more ease, lightness and spaciousness in both body and mind
- want a deeper practice where you gain an understanding and sense of each body part i.e. limbs, pelvis, spine, lungs, diaphragm, and its interconnectedness in order to function and breathe
- wish to gain an understanding of gravity/anti-gravity and how to utilise its full potential
- are looking for a mindful, meditative practice, that focuses attention on bodily sensation and breath, bringing us out of our busy heads and back home to the body.

22/08/2026

What holidaying at fifty has reminded me…

I’m so grateful for our little van, which carried us all the way to Italy this year.

I love van life. Yes, I’ve had my fill of pasta, pizza and tiramisu 😂 but I also love the freedom to cook food my body enjoys - and that helps our budget stretch a little further.

I’m also grateful for this body of mine.
These days, I care a little less about what it looks like and a whole lot more about how it feels to be in it.

I don’t want to take it for granted. I want to enjoy it while it’s strong, healthy and able.
Swimming. Hiking. Paddleboarding. Cycling. Cold plunges…Bring it on!

I’ve wondered what my body would be capable of these days, but it continues to surprise me with its resilience.

I’ve also loved reconnecting with the younger version of me who knew how to have fun simply for the sake of it.

My mum always said, “You’re as old as you feel.”

There’s something wonderful about getting down to my son’s level, letting go of the responsibilities of being a grown-up for a while and remembering that life doesn’t always have to be so serious.

Feeling very grateful for the memories
made, the adventures had, and this incredible body that keeps carrying me through it all. ❤️🙏✨

26/07/2026

Still glowing from the inside out after our final Root to Rise seasonal retreat on 18th July. ☀️✨

What a privilege it is to hold these days and spend time in the company of such warm, open-hearted and inspiring women.

Each of our seasonal retreats is guided by both the rhythms of nature and the seasons within ourselves. This summer, we explored how to reconnect with our inner fire—our passions, purpose and joy.

Together we reflected on how we can create more space for joy, even alongside the demands of everyday life. And as we move into the second half of life, how this season can offer not only loss and change, but also freedom, possibility and a deeper sense of meaning.

When we stop pouring all of our energy into pleasing everyone else and begin listening to ourselves, something shifts. Life begins to open up again.

And perhaps the biggest lesson of the day was this...

Our strength isn't always found in doing more.

Sometimes it's found in the pause.

In the rest.

In the gentle realignment that brings us back to ourselves. 💛

Thank you to every woman who joined me this year. Sharing this journey with you has been such a joy.

✨ Here's to resting deeply, living fully, and rising in our own time.

If you want to join us next time, look out for our next gathering in the Autumn.

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13/07/2026

My yoga journey didn't begin with healing.

It began with wanting to move my body.

But before long, I realised it wasn't just my body benefiting - my mind was too. I felt calmer, more grounded, and better able to navigate life.

Then life changed.

A breast cancer diagnosis at 48 shook me to my core.

It was during that time that I discovered the true power of a slow, gentle, embodied yoga practice.

Yoga helped me feel safe in my body again.

It became a place to land when life felt uncertain.

A way back to myself when everything else felt out of my control.

Today, I practise in a post-menopausal body following medical menopause.

Some days my practice is soft and restorative.

Some days it's strong. And I now include bodyweight exercises and strength training alongside my yoga to support my bones, muscles, and long-term health.

My practice has evolved because I have.

That's the beauty of yoga.

It meets you where you are.
It changes as you change.
And it reminds you that you already have everything you need within you.

Whatever season you're in, there is a practice that can support you 🩷

If you'd like to explore how your yoga practice can meet you where you are, I have some availability after the summer break for 1:2:1 sessions. Together we design a custom plan to meet your needs, your health goals, and schedule.

Drop me a message to find out more.

Hello BS4 community! I will be sharing Yoga this Saturday as part of the Big Picnic Community event. Join us at 9-10am, ...
25/06/2026

Hello BS4 community!

I will be sharing Yoga this Saturday as part of the Big Picnic Community event.

Join us at 9-10am, on the football pitch for yoga. Just bring yourself, a friend, and your mat.

This class is free of charge.

I hope you can make it!

Love Katy x

22/06/2026

Sometimes growth asks us to see things differently.

In poses like Headstand and Wheel, we can meet challenge, uncertainty, and discomfort. But yoga isn't about forcing ourselves deeper or achieving the "perfect" pose.

It's about noticing what arises and staying present with it.

✨ Recognise
✨ Allow
✨ Investigate
✨ Nurture

When we meet difficulty with curiosity rather than resistance, challenge becomes an opportunity for growth.

This is at the heart of Root to Rise retreats.

A space to slow down, reflect, reconnect, and explore what it means to meet yourself with greater awareness and compassion.

And don't worry—no Headstands or Wheels are required. 😊

🌿 Just 2 spaces remain for our July retreat.
🌿 Early bird pricing ends soon.

DM me with any questions or book via the link in my bio.

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17/06/2026

How are you?

I mean... how are you really?

When was the last time you stopped long enough to check in with yourself?

This week, when I've been chatting with those attending class, one theme has come up again and again -

"I'm tired."

And honestly, it's not surprising.

Life is noisy.

There are work deadlines, family commitments, endless to-do lists, social expectations, and a constant stream of news and information demanding our attention.

We're so used to pushing through that we barely notice when we're running on empty.

But our bodies notice.

Fatigue. Brain fog. Aches and pains. Hot flushes. Feeling overwhelmed.

Often these are signs that we're carrying too much stress for too long.

As we get older, our bodies become less willing to let us ignore what they need.

And what they often need is:
🤍 Rest.
🤍 Space.
🤍 Time to reconnect.

This is why Root to Rise Retreats exist.

A space to slow down.
A space to come home to yourself.
A space to step off autopilot and reconnect with what truly matters.

When we reduce stress and create room to breathe, we can begin to invest our energy in the things we love, the people we care about, and the life we want to live.

If you've been feeling the need to pause, reset, and reconnect, I'd love for you to join us this summer.

☀️ Our final Root to Rise Retreat before autumn is approaching, and there are just 2 early-bird spaces remaining.

Perhaps this is your sign to put yourself on your own priority list.

DM me for details. 🤍

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I made a mug 😁My first go at pottery.It's not perfect, a little wonky in places, but i love it.It's a reminder that not ...
10/06/2026

I made a mug 😁

My first go at pottery.

It's not perfect, a little wonky in places, but i love it.

It's a reminder that not everything worth doing needs to be done perfectly.

And to remember to make space for the things that light me up ✨

09/06/2026

Strength doesn't have to look big or showy.

This week's headlines reported that just 2 hours of strength training a week could help reduce the risk of early death.

Strength training isn't only about lifting heavy weights.

For many people, simply working against their own body weight is enough to start building strength, improving balance, supporting joints, and maintaining muscle and bone health.

Many clients come to yoga with fatigue, aches, tension, inflammation, or a sense that they're getting weaker.

Over time, they often tell me they feel stronger, steadier, healthier, and more confident in their bodies.

As I navigate medically induced menopause without HRT, protecting my bone, brain, and heart health has become especially important to me.

I've recently completed further training in Yoga for Strength and have enjoyed incorporating weights into my own practice.

But in class, we often begin with the most accessible form of resistance training there is: your own body.

Strength without strain.

And when the time is right, we can gradually add bands, weights, and more challenge.

Interested in finding out more? Send me a message.

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03/06/2026

How are you feeling this week?

Skipping towards the weekend or dragging yourself there? 😴

I'm not sure whether it's the weather, the moon, menopause, or simply the aftermath of last week's half term fun, but I'm tired and feeling ready for a reset.

When Friday arrives, many of us celebrate with a large glass of wine, a takeaway, and collapsing on the sofa. It feels like the oerfect way to unwind after a busy week.

But how do you feel when you wake up Saturday morning?

If I'm honest, these days even one glass of wine doesn't leave me feeling my best the next morning!

So instead of the usual Friday night routine, why not choose a different way to unwind?

✨ Root to Rise — The Gentle Reset�📍 Windmill City Farm�📅 Friday 5th June | 4–7:15pm

Join Sarah () and me for a nourishing afternoon of yoga, relaxation, sauna and cold plunge.

A chance to slow down, reconnect and ease into your weekend feeling refreshed.

Only 2 spaces remaining!

Book via the link in bio.

20/05/2026

Imagine… ✨

3 uninterrupted hours to drop into your body.

To move, breathe, unravel the tension from the week and reconnect with yourself.

We’ll then melt into a 1-hour guided relaxation with 🤍

Finishing the afternoon with sauna + plunge at Orchard Sauna, based at our beautiful local city farm 🌿

A space to slow down, soften and reset.

Just 3 spots left!

Follow Root to Rise - The Gentle Reset Link in my bio to find out more and book

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