Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Yoga & Holistic Therapy Centre in Yeovil
Established in 2001, Yoga Valley has been dedicated to promoting holistic wellbeing through yoga and therapeutic massage. Our founder, Louise Byford, brings over two decades of expertise in yoga instruction and massage therapy, having trained at institutions including the Devon School of Yoga and Metta. We offer a comprehensive range of services including Hatha yoga classes, pregnancy massage, hot stone therapy, and manual lymphatic drainage, all tailored to individual needs. Our treatments combine traditional techniques with modern understanding of anatomy and physiology, prioritising client comfort and therapeutic outcomes. Located at Nine Springs Natural Health Centre in Yeovil, we maintain affiliations with professional bodies like the Federation of Holistic Therapists.Our approach integrates physical, mental, and spiritual wellness, with class options for all abilities from beginners to advanced practitioners. We also provide online yoga sessions to accommodate diverse schedules and locations. All practitioners hold accredited qualifications in their respective specialisms, ensuring professional standards are maintained. Our commitment to continuing education ensures treatments remain evidence-based and up-to-date with industry advancements. Whether seeking stress relief, prenatal care, or physical rehabilitation, our services aim to support clients' holistic health journeys.
Services
Hatha Yoga Classes
Aromatherapy Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Hot Stone Therapy
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Online Yoga Sessions
Holistic Massage
Indian Head Massage
Restorative Yoga
Thai Massage
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer yoga instruction since 2001 with multiple class levels
- Our therapists hold accredited qualifications in specialist massage techniques
- We combine traditional yoga practices with modern anatomical understanding
- We provide both in-person and online session options
- Our treatments incorporate evidence-based continuing professional development
Associations and certifications
- Federation of Holistic Therapists
- Cancer Touch Association
Services
Hatha Yoga Classes
Hatha yoga sessions focus on physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. Classes cater to beginners through advanced practitioners with options for in-person and online participation. The practice promotes flexibility, strength, and mental clarity while accommodating varying fitness levels and mobility requirements.
Aromatherapy Massage
Therapeutic massage using plant-extracted essential oils to promote relaxation and stress relief. The treatment combines tactile therapy with aromatics to address stress-related conditions while maintaining client privacy through towel coverage during sessions on a massage couch.
Pregnancy Massage
Gentle massage techniques adapted for expectant mothers from the second trimester. Helps alleviate pregnancy-related aches, fluid retention, and sleep disturbances while preparing the body for childbirth through soft, targeted therapeutic approaches.
Hot Stone Massage
Luxury treatment using heated basalt stones to relax muscles and improve circulation. The stones' retained heat provides deep relaxation and rebalancing effects through strategic placement and light-pressure massage techniques.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Gentle rhythmic massage to enhance lymphatic system function and remove metabolic waste. This non-invasive technique supports the body's natural detoxification processes through specialised, flowing hand movements.
People
Louise Byford
Founder & Lead Practitioner
Qualified yoga instructor since 2001 with diplomas in multiple massage therapies. Holds specialist accreditations including cancer care and pregnancy aromatherapy. Practicing at Nine Springs Health Centre since 2007, combining yoga and holistic treatments for comprehensive wellbeing.
Questions
What yoga class levels do you offer?
We provide beginner, mixed-level, and restorative classes for all abilities.
Are your massage therapists qualified?
All therapists hold accredited diplomas in specialist massage techniques.
Can I attend yoga sessions online?
Yes, we offer Zoom classes including morning and evening sessions.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Yeovil and surrounding Somerset locations from our Hendford base.
How do I book appointments?
Bookings can be made through our website or by contacting us directly.
What payment options are available?
Gift vouchers available – specific payment methods not explicitly stated.
