Vinyasa Krama Yoga emphasizes a methodical progression of postures synchronized with steady, slow breathing that connects mind and body. The practice prioritizes functional benefits over classical form, allowing adaptations of poses to suit individual needs.

Yoga - With Rachel

Tracy Smith

Thank you Rachael, really enjoyed your class last night.  

Janet Berry

Loved today’s class! Amazed at how warm I got, Rachel explained everything really well and I managed some good stretches. Would highly recommend *****

Linda Lawrence

I attended my first yoga class with Rachel and it was exactly what I needed to unwind and reconnect with myself.
From the moment I entered to space, Rachel was welcoming,  the atmosphere, lighting and soft background music set a very peaceful tone.
 Rachel guided us through each pose with clarity and warmth, emphasizing breath awareness and gentle movement rather than perfection.
The pacing was slow  and intentional, allowing time to truly settle into each posture. I especially appreciated the short mindfulness meditation at the beginning and the extended savasana at the end — both helped melt away the tension from my day. By the end of the session, I felt lighter, centered, and deeply relaxed, as if l'd pressed a reset button for both body and mind.
This class is perfect for anyone seeking calm, stress relief, or a mindful way to reconnect with their body. I'll definitely be coming back 😊


Owen Harris

Rachel's classes are always a pleasure ☺️ She is very accommodating of everyone's abilities, the movements, poses and flows are useful, and I always leave feeling more relaxed.

Oliver Harry

I have attended several classes with rachel at the time of writing this review, I always leave the class feeling relaxed and calm. The breathing exercises have really helped me remain present and help me throughout my day to day life. Rachel creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere which makes it so much easier to let go.

Gil Wood

Such a lovely class , Rachel is a great teacher .  Highly recommend. 

Harriet Hulland

I have been doing yoga with Rachel for about 6 weeks now and I love ever class she tailors them to your individual ability and still making it feel like a fun challenge. I would strongly recommend these classes to anybody who want to try yoga or an experience person just looking for an interesting class to kick start there regular practice. 

Hannah Bridge

The class really feels peaceful and focused, a lush way to look inward, connect with the body and breath and explore movement.  I really enjoyed how creative the flows are and the variations of poses, it was a real joy attending her class and I left feeling pure bliss. Thank you Rachel! 

Maddy Woollett

I absolutely loved Rachel’s yoga class.  She has a passion for teaching yoga which clearly comes across during class. I left feeling relaxed and calm. Would recommend to anyone who has done yoga before or who is looking to try it for the first time.

Mike Roberts

This was our first session with Rachel and it was excellent. We look forward to going more regularly. It was initially gentle, building up to loosening up the whole body. There were options from beginner to more advanced, deeper stretching, along with breathwork. In just this one session it really helped my lower back and hip mobility. Rachel even stayed on with us to coach some extra things to take away and practice, such as great post-climbing specific stretching exercises. A nice mindful thing to do after work. 

Ruth Willcox

A lovely, well paced stretchy workout. Rachel is great at giving her time and attention to the whole class. Lovely calming lights, relaxing soft mats, cushions, blocks, blankets and straps included for a really enjoyable, calming experience. Thank you! 

Saturday Morning Yoga - With Rachel at Plymouth Wellbeing Centre

Alice Reed

Rachel's class is cosy, immersive, and clearly thought of with so much care. The postures were equally easy to understand and the right amount of challenging; always with the opportunity to go deeper or take it easy. Rachel obviously loves sharing her love for yoga and I will definitely be coming back. A wonderful way to start my Saturday.

Using the principles of Vinyasa Krama—a gradual, step-by-step approach to yoga—we'll build a practice that meets you exactly where you are. Rather than striving for an ideal shape, you'll learn to adapt each posture to suit your own body, energy and experience.  
  
There is no single way a pose should look. Your practice may be different from the person beside you, different from the teacher, and even different from your own practice last week. And that's exactly as it should be.  
  
Throughout the series, we'll repeat the same carefully designed sequence each week. This consistency allows the movements to become familiar, helping you shift your attention away from remembering what comes next and towards noticing sensation, breath, movement and choice. Over time, you'll build confidence, deepen your understanding of the practice, and begin to trust your own experience.  


  
Over the four weeks, we'll explore:  
  
++Week One – Arrival & Sensation++  
Meeting your body as it is and noticing what's present.  
  
++Week Two – Breath++  
Discovering how the breath can support, guide and shape your movement.  
  
++Week Three – Asana++  
Exploring posture through the lens of effort, ease, curiosity and personal choice.  
  
++Week Four – Integration & Beyond the Mat++  
Bringing everything together and exploring how this awareness can support everyday life beyond the yoga mat.  
  
This series is an invitation to slow down, become more present, and develop a practice that feels authentic and sustainable. Instead of comparing yourself to others, you'll learn to listen more closely, move with intention, and make the practice truly your own.  
  
Each class also includes optional end-of-session journalling, offering time to reflect and deepen your understanding of your experience.  
  
*Suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.* 

What if yoga wasn't about getting the pose "right", but about discovering what feels right for you?  
  
Over four weeks, we'll explore asana (yoga postures) as a personal practice rather than something to copy, perfect or achieve. Together, we'll cultivate greater awareness of your body, your breath, and the choices available to you every time you step onto your mat.

Location: Space To Move

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Mindful Flow - Asana: Making the practice your own

A slow, progressive yoga practice designed to help you move with awareness. 

Each week follows a repeated sequence, giving you the chance to become familiar with the movements and gradually shift your focus inward. 

 This course explores how movement, breath, and awareness influence our energy. Helping us notice what nourishes vitality, what drains it, and how yoga can support a more balanced inner state.    

Benefits include

·       Developing greater awareness of prana; our vital energy.

·       Learning how breath influences and supports focus, calm, and vitality

·       Building confidence through repetition and progressive sequencing

·       Exploring movement in a non-performance self-aware way

·       Cultivating a more intuitive and personalised yoga practice

·       Creating space for reflection, balance, and nervous system support

Optional journaling at the end of class allows you to explore your experiences more deeply.

Suitable for all levels, including beginners.

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Rock & Root Yoga  - July Mindful Flow - 4 week course 

July - A four Week Vinyasa Krama Course exploring breath, movement, and awareness through the lens of Prana - Our vital life force.

Location: Space To Move

Mindful Flow - Energy & Vitality.  

Mindful Flow - Avidya. Location: Space To Move

Cheryl Lake

I thoroughly enjoyed this mindful yoga course. The instructor created a calm, welcoming environment that made it easy to slow down, focus on the present moment, and connect with both body and breath. The pace was gentle yet engaging, with clear guidance throughout each movement and meditation practice.
What stood out most was the emphasis on mindfulness rather than performance. I left the class feeling relaxed, grounded, and mentally refreshed. Whether you're new to yoga or have years of experience, this class offers a wonderful opportunity to reduce stress, improve flexibility, and cultivate a greater sense of well-being. Highly recommended.

Thursday Slow Flow - With Rachel at Space To Move

daniel Hurford

Excellent, well presented class.
Rachel was well spoken, approachable and informative.
She confidently made adjustments to suit my level of flexibility ( or lack of ) so I could fully enjoy and benefit from the routine 
Would definitely recommend 


Rock & Root Yoga 

Hi, I'm Rachel, the person behind Rock & Root Yoga. My journey into teaching began through a personal love of climbing and movement outdoors. The connection between strength, balance, and being in nature was what first inspired Rock & Root. 
Over time, my own practice has shifted. While movement will always be something I love to explore through climbing, yoga has become a space for slowing down, listen more closely, and moving with intention. My teaching is influenced by Vinyasa Krama, offering thoughtful, breath-led flows that focus on awareness, creating space to reconnect with yourself. 
Rock & Root is about find that balance between ground and growth, building strong foundations, while allowing space to move, change and evolve. 



Rock & Root Yoga offers mindful, breath-led movement inspired by Vinyasa Krama. Rooted in intentional practice, these classes invite you to slow down, move with awareness, and connect in a way that feels steady and nourishing. 


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Hi, I'm Rachel, the person behind Rock & Root Yoga. My journey into teaching began through a personal love of climbing and movement outdoors. The connection between strength, balance, and being in nature was what first inspired Rock & Root. 
My teaching is influenced by Vinyasa Krama, offering thoughtful, breath-led flows that focus on awareness, creating space to reconnect with yourself. 
Rock & Root is about finding that balance between ground and growth, building strong foundations, while allowing space to move, change and evolve. 


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