Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hatha Yoga Studio in Rugby
Established in 1998, Inner Peace Yoga has been dedicated to sharing the transformative practice of Hatha Yoga with diverse communities. Our founder, with over 30 years of personal practice and 25 years of teaching experience, brings a wealth of knowledge from training with renowned institutions like the Himalayan Institute and Birthlight UK. We specialize in adaptable classes for all ages and abilities, including specialized programs for lower back health and pregnancy.Our approach integrates physical postures, breathing techniques, and guided relaxation to promote holistic well-being. With a commitment to accessibility, we offer online and in-person sessions, ensuring yoga remains a lifeline during challenging times. Our reputation, built through decades of teaching in Rugby and surrounding areas, reflects our dedication to empowering individuals through personalized, compassionate instruction.
Services
Gentle/Chair Yoga
Beginner Hatha
Mixed Level Hatha
Improvers Yoga
Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs
Pregnancy Yoga
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of teaching experience with Himalayan Institute certification
- Specialized evidence-based courses for chronic back pain and pregnancy
- Adaptable mixed-ability classes for ages 16-70+
- Hybrid online/in-person sessions for accessibility
- Registered with Yoga Alliance UK and YHLB accreditation
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance UK
- Himalayan Institute
- Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs (YHLB)
What people say
Fantastic teacher
Helped recovery
Lifeline during lockdown
Personalized approach
Holistic benefits
Services
Gentle/Chair Yoga
A slower-paced class using chairs for support, ideal for limited mobility. Combines seated, standing, and mat-based postures with breath awareness. Held Monday mornings at Hillmorton Community Centre, focusing on accessibility and gradual progression.
Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs
12-week evidence-based program for chronic back pain. Incorporates postures, breathing, and relaxation techniques proven to reduce pain severity. Developed from university research, taught by Rugby's first qualified YHLB instructor since 2016.
Pregnancy Yoga
Specialized classes nurturing expectant mothers through tailored postures and breathing. Taught for 8 years, focusing on empowerment and comfort during pregnancy. Includes postnatal support networks and Birthlight UK-certified instruction.
Mixed Level Hatha
Flexible classes offering posture variations for beginners and improvers. Assumes basic knowledge, with options to work lightly or intensely. Thursday evening sessions at St. George's Church Hall, accommodating diverse experience levels.
Beginner Hatha Yoga
Foundational classes teaching core postures and breathing techniques. No prior knowledge required, with structured instruction on proper form. Held Wednesday evenings at Kilsby Village Hall and Thursday sessions at Hillmorton venues.
People
Leigh McLellan
Yoga Instructor
Practicing Hatha Yoga since 1988, teaching since 1998. Himalayan Institute-certified with 200-hour training. Specializes in mixed-ability classes, YHLB courses, and perinatal yoga. Registered with Yoga Alliance UK and Balens-insured.
Questions
What types of yoga classes do you offer?
We provide Gentle/Chair Yoga, Beginner Hatha, Mixed Level, Improvers, Pregnancy Yoga, and Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs courses.
Are classes suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, our Beginner Hatha classes assume no prior knowledge, with structured instruction on foundational postures and breathing techniques.
Do you offer online yoga sessions?
We provide hybrid online/in-person classes, with recorded sessions available through our Vimeo video library for flexible practice.
What qualifications do you hold?
Certified by the Himalayan Institute (200-hour), registered with Yoga Alliance UK, and qualified YHLB/Birthlight instructor with 25+ years teaching experience.
How are class prices structured?
Classes cost £10 per session with block booking or £13 for single drop-ins. Trial sessions available at £6 each for new participants.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily based in Rugby, Warwickshire, with classes at Hillmorton Community Centre, St. George's Church Hall, and Kilsby Village Hall.
