About Me
Hello! I'm Emma.
My Yoga Journey
Yoga became my passion when I had to give up rowing due to a health condition called hypermobility Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). It's a chronic condition with many symptoms, including easy joint dislocation and joint pain. I started yoga to build my strength in a gentle way and I have never looked back.
Since becoming a mum, I've realised the importance of classes that bring women in similar stages of life together and believe yoga is the perfect way to do this. I suffered with hyperemesis gravidarum with both of my pregnancies, so understand that pregnancy can be very tough for some. I also had a pretty rocky recovery after my second baby, and now have three pelvic organ prolapses. Yoga and mindfulness helped me stay positive through both pregnancies and are continuing to help me recover and regain strength after having my boys.
Yoga has been great for my body but I've found lots of benefits off the mat too. It's improved my mental health and has made me a calmer and more positive person.
About my studio and classes
I run Silver Wood Yoga Studio from my home, where I offer small, personal classes that are adapted to suit your needs on the day.
My classes are accessible, fun, vinyasa-based flows to help your body and mind feel great. You don't have to be experienced to join my classes and don't worry if you can't touch your toes!
I'm particularly interested in women's health and supporting women through the major changes our bodies go through. I truly believe yoga is for every body and strive to make my classes as accessible as possible. I have experience of living with a chronic illness, have had two very difficult pregnancies and understand the need to rehabilitate slowly after having babies. Before opening my studio, I worked in disability consultancy and advocacy. I would welcome the opportunity to chat about how to adapt my classes to suit you.
Qualifications & Training
RYT®️ 200HRS at The House of Yoga, Putney
Baptiste-inspired Power Yoga
40 HRS at Menopause Yoga
Menopause Yoga and Wellbeing
85HRS at Sally Parkes Yoga School
Pregnancy and Postnatal Yoga
Hands on Baby Massage
Certified Baby Massage Teacher