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My classes are designed by me, inspired by my love of the great outdoors and are a fusion of all my favourite styles of yoga created specifically to suit my student’s needs, as well as any external challenges society maybe facing at the time. I adapt my classes based upon the general mood I detect, and I like to weave ancient Chinese healing Qigong moves into a yoga Asana as an example, as well as focussing on the awareness of the breath.
Classes are inclusive and for all abilities. Please come along and see what you think, I have years of experience working with people from different cultures, genders, backgrounds and religions, so I can promise I will do my best to make you feel comfortable and relaxed, so that you can enjoy your yoga practice as much as I do.
A message from Helen
Please note I'm not currently teaching regular classes. Peta at TideYogaDevon is covering my evening classes please contact her at tideyogadevon@gmail.com or visit her website www.tideyoga.co.uk if you wanted to book a class.
Keep an eye on my social pages for news on future classes, workshops or retreats.
Namaste 🙏
Venues
Group classes are at 5 venues in and around Dawlish:
Dawlish Scout Hut
Sandy Ln, Dawlish EX7 0HB
I'm so happy to have this venue, due to the convenience of its location, for several new residential areas in Dawlish. The Scout Hut is in the heart of the community and easily accessible for walking to classes. It's been recently refurbished, with brand new toilets and kitchen facilities.
Regular classes
Mondays - 10am
Start the week the Keen Soul Way!
Gently ease yourself into the week with a full body warm up, breath and flow, focussing on balancing energy levels designed to help you to have a productive and focussed week.
* Please note the hut is located by the Dawlish Leisure Centre and therefore the car park and road can be used for parking, however, in the interests of the environment please try to arrive by foot or bikes can be brought into the venue to avoid them getting stolen.
The Manor House
Old Town St, Dawlish EX7 9AW
Regular classes
Monday - 6:30pm
Move stretch and breathe for balance and regrounding
This class is designed to release any stresses, strains and tensions from the week so far and give you renewed energy to tackle the rest of the week.
Dawlish Spiritual Church
20 Albert Street, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 9LA
I love this venue. It is a small space, warm, peaceful and friendly and recently decorated. There is no parking at this venue, I would always encourage you to walk or cycle but if you cannot, you can park in Dawlish town centre a short walk away. There are free spaces around but many are only for 1 hour so take care not to get a parking ticket!
Regular classes
Wednesday - 10am
Wednesday move, breathe and chill with Helen
Getting ready for the end to the week- release any built-up tension, strengthen and build power to keep your energy flowing!
Cockwood Village Hall
1 Sea View, Cockwood, Exeter EX6 8RA
I'm super excited to be bringing yoga to the community in and around Cockwood and Starcross, this venue is located near to the village pubs, right in the heart of the community and residential areas.
Regular classes
Wednesday - 6:00pm
Move stretch and breathe for balance and regrounding
This class is designed to release any stresses, strains and tensions from the week so far and give you renewed energy to tackle the rest of the week.
* Please arrive on foot if you can as the venue can be accessed via the Exe estuary trail or Cofton. If you need to drive parking can be limited around Cockwood, so please arrive early to ensure you get parked up in time as you may have to walk from further away.
** Note there will be breaks for holidays etc I will advise students via booking emails
Strand Hall
The Strand Centre, 32 The Strand, Dawlish, Devon EX7 9PT
This is a great space for yoga: warm, welcoming and friendly too! Strand Hall is accessed via a side entrance off Lawn Hill up some steps. I would always encourage you to walk or cycle to your class, however if you do need to drive there is no allocated parking at this venue but you can park on the Strand which is free after 6pm as well as Barton Hill car park nearby if there are no spaces on the street.
Regular classes
Thursdays - 6:30pm
Thursday move, breathe and chill with Helen
Getting ready for the end to the week- release any built-up tension, strengthen and build power to keep your energy flowing and have a fantastic Friday!
Once your class is confirmed please pay via BACS
BACS Mrs H Talbot 404402 24901215
Please bring your own yoga mat and a cushion if you like something to kneel or sit on. If you do not have a yoga mat and wish to try a class before you buy one, please contact me prior to your class so I can ensure I have one available for you to borrow.
Special introductory offers
One free taster session will be available to all new students, if you were unable to attend one of the starter classes, please contact me on helen@keensoulyoga.com or on 07736828447 if you wish to try a taster class.
Medical questionnaire
For me to plan for any adjustments and ensure you are safe, all new students are required to fill in a quick medical questionnaire, so that I can plan any adjustments. If you are not sure if yoga is suitable for you, I would always point you in the direction of your doctor, consultant or surgeon in the first instance, however, feel free to contact me via email helen@keensoulyoga.com or by phone, message or call me on 07736828447, if you wish to discuss suitability and any concerns you may have.
The medical questionnaire will be emailed to you following your first booking. Please return this to me prior to your first class.
Group classes
For group classes there will be a mid-term break from 25 May until 5th June and then there will be a summer break starting 29th July details of which will follow nearer the time.
All classes must be booked in advance as I do not want anyone to be disappointed if they turn up and we are full, I will post on social media and the website if there are any walk ins available 48 hours in advance. Walks ins will be charged at a higher price of £10.50 per class
Other classes available on request
Private one to one bespoke classes are available via zoom, outside, or at a pre-arranged venue- Prices start at £20 an hour for zoom or outside or £32 at a venue- contact me helen@keensoulyoga.com or on 07736828447
Private group classes for corporates, events or private parties are available. Please contact me on helen@keensoulyoga.com to discuss your requirements and for prices.
Online classes will follow please keep an eye on socials and my website for dates and times to be released.
Block booked specialised courses coming soon please keep and on socials and my website for further details.
Outdoor community classes will be available during the summer
Safety First
In terms of your safety, I am a fully qualified yoga teacher, having successfully completed 200 hours of Immersive training with Yoga Like Water in Cornwall, over 12 months, face-to-face and online, and I have an Independent Yoga Network affiliated qualification as a result, of which I am a fully insured member of. My training included a Physiology and Anatomy exam, and then how to put this into practice in my teaching, and therefore I can suggest adjustments for most injuries or physical challenges that people may have.
I also completed a British Red Cross First Aid course recently just in case someone did get injured or anything serious happened at one of my classes. (I'm hoping this won't happen, but you must be prepared for anything!)
As a yogi and yoga teacher your learning never stops, and therefore expect me to add more specialist skills in the coming years, as I am already planning my next training courses for later in the year.
I am fully insured to practice through BGI, however, as always with any exercise regime, class or practice, there is an element of responsibility on yourself to disclose if you do have any injuries, have had surgery, are pregnant or post-natal, have any long-term health conditions or anything else I need to be aware of that that may affect your ability to practice certain poses. There are adjustments that can be made for many health conditions and a lot of that is about listening to what your body is telling you and easing off where necessary, as I can't feel what you can feel.
For more information about our safety procedures, please visit our Health & Safety page.
