About Sam
Yoga Teacher in Northampton since 2011
Hello, I'm Sam.
I'm a wife, mum, yoga teacher, office worker and self-confessed television enthusiast. My yoga journey began in 2002 when I attended my first yoga class. Like many people, I was looking for a way to improve my fitness, but what I discovered was something much more valuable. Yoga helped me become more aware of my body, improve my posture, manage stress and create a little balance amongst the busyness of everyday life.
After several years of study and practice, I qualified as a yoga teacher and began teaching my own classes in Northampton in March 2011.
Contrary to what some people imagine, I don't spend my days meditating on a mountain top or surviving on herbal tea! Like many of my students, I juggle work, family life, deadlines, housework and a never-ending list of things to do. I spend much of my working day sitting at a desk looking at a screen, and I know exactly what it feels like to have tight shoulders, a stiff back and a mind that struggles to switch off.
That's one of the reasons yoga remains such an important part of my life.
My classes are gentle, welcoming and down-to-earth. They aren't about achieving perfect poses or becoming more flexible than the person on the mat next to you. Instead, they're about helping you move more easily, improve mobility, build strength and flexibility, release tension, and take a little time out for yourself.
Working with the breath is a key part of my teaching. We often use the exhalation to help us soften into stretches, create a little more space in the body and let go of unnecessary tension. I regularly encourage students to be patient with their bodies and to work with them rather than against them.
I regularly incorporate positive affirmations into my classes, but I wouldn't describe myself as an overly spiritual teacher. My approach is practical, accessible and focused on helping people feel better in both body and mind.
Alongside teaching yoga, I enjoy running, cycling and strength training. I've found that regular yoga helps me maintain mobility, improve posture, support good technique, and reduce the risk of injury. Whether you're active, spend long hours at a desk, or simply want an hour each week to switch off from life's demands, yoga can be a valuable addition to everyday life.
I've been teaching at Caroline Chisholm School in Wootton, Northampton since 2016, where I run gentle yoga classes on Monday and Thursday evenings. Having recently celebrated my 10-year anniversary at the school, I feel incredibly grateful for the friendly and supportive community that has grown around the classes.
I don't practise yoga every day, and I don't expect my students to either. Sometimes an hour on the mat once or twice a week is enough to help us feel a little stronger, calmer and better equipped for everything else life throws our way.
Above all, I believe yoga should be welcoming, affordable and accessible.
Whether you're completely new to yoga or returning after a break, you'll always be welcome in my classes.