Welcome to Helen Williams Yoga & Somatic Movement
If you are looking to reduce tension, increase relaxation and take some time to focus on you … you are in the right place.
If you would like to experience the benefits of Yoga or Somatic movement, please view the classes table for more information. I have over 25 years experience of teaching Yoga to all levels and ages from classes at venues to more intimate groups of up to 4 from my studio at home and one to one sessions.
If you would like to be relaxed with Aromatherapy and Indian Head Massage treatments carried out in the studio. Note – I accept female clients for massage, and male clients only on a referral basis from some one I already know. Please get in touch via email for more information about therapeutic massage treatments
My Journey…
My aim is to promote a healthier lifestyle by sharing Yoga, Somatics and Massage, as aids to reduce stress and tension that can accumulated on a physical level in the body and to encourage a connection to a more relaxed state, to help on a mental level on a day to day basis.
I started practicing Yoga in 1999 with my Mum, as a result of the benefits and effects I experienced, and my life changing direction, I decided to train to become a Yoga Teacher. I qualified following three years of study through the British Wheel of Yoga in 2004 and have been teaching since.
Over the years my practice, experience and exploration of Yoga has deepened, and continues to do so. I am inspired different teachers and teaching styles. As a result the classes I teach are an eclectic mix of styles. Including Somatic Movement, which is my most recent training in 2017. Mainly I am interested in encouraging movement of the body with greater awareness to free it up, and move into the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest).
After completing my Yoga Teacher Training, I decided to train further as a massage therapist, in Aromatherapy and Indian Head Massage.
I have studied and practiced Reiki levels 1 & 2.
Thank you for visiting my website and get in touch via email. to book a session or obtain further information.
Best wishes, Helen.
My Yoga & Somatic Classes
Yoga & Somatic Classes
To book a place on one of the classes below please email me
These are the classes I am currently running. They are a combination of in person and Zoom online classes.
| Day | Style | Time | Cost | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Yoga | 10.00am to 11.30am | Pay 4 weeks in advance £36 £10 drop in (if space) | Trinity Methodist Church, Lower Hall, Glasllwch Lane, Rogerstone, NP20 3PU |
| Tuesday | Somatics | 10am to 11am | Pay 4 weeks in advance £28 | Trinity Methodist Church, Lower Hall, Glasllwch Lane, Rogerstone, NP20 3PU |
| Tuesday | Yoga | 7.00pm to 8.30pm | Members only | Dylans Health Club, Celtic Manor. |
| Wednesday | Yoga | 7.00pm to 8.00pm | Pay 4 weeks in advance £28 | Online via Zoom |
| Thursday | Somatics | 9.30am to 10.30am | Pay 4 weeks in advance £28 | Ridgeway Community Centre, Ridgeway Hill, Newport. |
| Thursday | Yoga | 5.30pm to 6.30pm | Pay 4 weeks in advance £28 | Online via Zoom |
| Thursday | Yoga | 7.30pm to 9.00pm | Members only | Forum Health Club, Celtic Manor. |
| Sunday | Yoga Chill | 9am to 11am | £12 – book in advance only. | Ridgeway Community Centre. Next date – 2nd Aug26. |
Yoga
Yoga with Helen
What to expect and the benefits of practicing yoga…
Improving the quality, flexibility and range of movement of your body. Encouraging you to become more aware of daily patterns of movement.
Time for yourself to be quiet and reflective away from busy lifestyles.
Learning techniques to connect to and aid breathing, to encourage quietening of the mind.
Relaxation practice to aid the reduction of tension and effects of stress in the musculature of the body.
Each session follows a structure of breathing, movement with the breath, seated breathing practices and relaxation.
Corporate Yoga
I teach lunch time classes for an organisation in Cardiff. If you are interested in corporate yoga for your organisation, please email me.
Yoga @ No.10
If you are interested in smaller and more intimate sessions, these are available for up to four people from the cozy yoga studio at my home. If you are looking for a class with less people or more focused sessions then please get in touch. One to one sessions, tailored for you requirements e.g. to compliment another sport, like running or cycling or for specific ailments.
Please note – I accept female clients for 1-2-1 sessions and male clients only on a referral basis from some one I already know.
To find our more about one to one classes please email me
Outdoor Yoga
Summer 2026…
Next planned session:- July 2026, date tbc.
Email me if you would like to book or be added to the Outdoor Yoga Mailing list.
Somatics
What is Somatic Movement?
Somatic movement is system of movement that was created by Thomas Hanna.
It incorporates a range of movements designed to address neuro-muscular imbalances in any tight muscles in your body. These gentle exercises encourage a lengthening and re-education through voluntarily contracting and releasing tight/held muscles, and will help you connect your mind to your body and improve movement in your body as a whole. It is deeply effective and relaxing!
I have completed training in Somatic Movement in 2017, and include Somatic movements within my Yoga classes, to encourage a greater awareness to how the body moves.
I teach regular Somatic Movement only classes, on a:-
Tuesday morning from 10am to 11am at Trinity Methodist, and a Thursday morning at 9.30am at Ridgeway Community Centre.
Details are in the classes table , to find out more about Somatic movement classes in Newport please email me.