about Lucy
Yoga for everyone
I believe that health and happiness are closely linked to mindfulness, and activities which bring the mind and body together, like yoga, meditation and the Alexander Technique. These bring a deep and healing awareness of ourselves and the world around us.
The benefits of yoga are overwhelmingly positive and I believe it can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of gender, level of fitness or culture. Choosing to walk this path will allow you to achieve a sense of ease and acceptance in your life.
Yoga is not only what we do on the mat but a philosophy of life which permeates all daily activities. The foundation principle of “ahimsa” which is sanskrit for non-violence, means being kind and compassionate, first of all towards ourselves and then to others and the wider world. I feel blessed to be able to share my journey with anyone who wishes to tread a similar path.
My yoga journey
I moved to SW France in 2001 with my family in search of a simpler and more sustainable life closer to nature. I fell in love with this beautiful corner of the Aveyron because of its ancient oak & chestnut forests, wild river valleys and slow pace of life.
I’m a qualified teacher of Hatha Yoga, which I’ve been practising for over 30 years. I have been privileged to train with some of the world’s best teachers: Sarah Powers (yin & insight yoga); Judith Hanson-Lasater (restorative yoga, experiential anatomy & non-violent communication); Uma Dinsmore-Tuli (nidra & yoga therapy for women); and Lisa Kaley-Isley (trauma-sensitive yoga). I continue to do professional training and see my yoga practice as a life long journey.
I began a daily meditation practice in 2012 after doing a 6-day silent retreat with Martin Aylward, founder of Le Moulin de Chaves meditation center and the online meditation teaching platform Sangha Live. In 2017 I did a professional training in Mindful Self-Compassion with MindfulnessUK, recognised by the UK Government.
My three year (1500 hrs) training to be an Alexander Technique teacher, which is based on mindfulness in everyday activities, involved much anatomy & physiology.
I would like to give my heart felt thanks to all my teachers, past, present and future. NAMASTE