Our Styles
At Cat on The Mat, we believe in giving our teachers creative agency over their classes so that they can be authentic and show up for you at their most enriched. As a result, whilst we offer the following styles of yoga, there is no single set sequence per style and there may be variations between each teacher’s yoga sequence. At our studio, we value this natural way of practising movement whilst increasing neuroplasticity.

Foundations
Beginner
55 mins
Yoga Foundations is suitable for all levels and best for beginners, those returning to yoga after or break, or those seeking a return to the fundamentals. This class focuses on key yoga postures and combines gentle movement with guided breath-work, which allows you to learn the building blocks of a yoga practice. Each class is designed to introduce and develop your understanding of the core principles of yoga - union of breath, body and spirit - and to leave you feeling calm, confident, and strong in your practice.

Hatha Vinyasa
(All)
45 mins
Hatha Vinyasa is suitable for intermediate and advanced level yogis. This class blends strong holds in poses and a focus on alignment - characteristic of Hatha yoga - with the flow of Vinyasa yoga. Sequences are created to allow prana (energy) to flow freely and correctly through the body, enhancing vitality and balance. Designed to challenge you physically and mentally, this class encourages growth beyond self-imposed boundaries while respecting your pace. Plenty of variations and modifications make it suitable for those looking to deepen their practice of explore a new dimension of yoga.

Hatha
(All)
55 mins
Hatha Yoga is suitable for all levels. Modifications and variations are offered to accommodate all yogis. Hatha is a yoga practice that honours tradition and promotes strength, focus, and flexibility. This class is taught at a moderate pace, with an emphasis on pranayama (breath-work) and alignment within postures, which are held for 3-5 breaths. Sequences are designed to foster a deeper sense of connection to your body and mind and are infused with traditional meditations and yogic teachings. You can expect to leave feeling grounded, balanced, and rejuvenated.

Yin & Myofascial Release
(Intermediate)
55 mins
Yin & Myofascial Release is suitable for all levels. Deeply rooted in the principles of Taoism and the meridian system, this class guides you through intentional sequences to map your mind-body connection in a restorative way. Yin yoga uses long-held, passive poses to target deep connective tissues in the body, while myofascial release techniques - the use of props and gentle pressure - help soften tight muscles and free stuck energy. You can expect to leave feeling unwound, balanced, and nourished.

Dynamic Vinyasa
(All)
55 mins
Dynamic Vinyasa is suitable for intermediate and advanced level yogis. This class offers an energetic and creative Vinyasa sequence centred around strength-building postures and pranayama (breath-work). Designed to build heat within the body, this is a more endurance focused Vinyasa practice, in which you can expect to break a sweat and explore the tapas - or inner fire - within your practice. Infused with yogic teachings and music, you can expect to leave feeling strong, challenged, and invigorated - both physically and mentally.

Yin & Nidra
(Gentle)
55 mins
Yin & Nidra is suitable for all levels, with its main focus being deep relaxation. This class combines Yin yoga, in which passive poses are held for extended periods, with Yoga Nidra, a form of guided meditation alternatively known as ‘yogic sleep.’ With the use of props, the Yin sequence allows you to slowly sink into a series of restful postures that target and stretch connective tissues - such as fascia, ligaments, and tendons. Followed by guided relaxation, the two practices compliment each other in rebalancing the nervous system, calming the mind, and reducing tension in the body.

Yoga Therapy
(Gentle)
55 mins
Yoga Therapy is intended for those living with chronic health conditions. This class is suitable for all levels, and its intention is to provide gentle, mat based, and hands on assisted movement to those who suffer from chronic fatigue, pain, autoimmune conditions, treatment side effects, and more. Sequences in this class are designed to promote a healthy flow of energy through integral systems of the physical body whilst encouraging mental acceptance and peace. This class is accompanied by a short questionnaire so that your teacher can be made aware of your needs and accommodate you in class.

Restorative Flow & Sound
(Gentle)
55 mins
Restorative Flow & Sound is suitable for all levels. This class offers a restorative yoga sequence, which incorporates both yin and restorative asanas (postures) to help you reach deep rest. Props, such as bolsters, cushions, and eye pillows, are used to support you and allow the body to fully rest in postures. These sequences are intended to reduce stress and activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes a state of calm and balance. Various forms of sound healing complement the class and encourage immersive relaxation, including gong, bowls, and voice-work.

Vinyasa Yoga
(Gentle)
55 mins
Vinyasa Yoga is suitable for all levels, though depending on your yoga level, you may encounter new postures. Modifications and variations are offered to accommodate all yogis. This class unites breath and movement to create a flowing practice, where traditional yoga postures are sequenced with smooth transitions. A form of strong moving meditation, this class builds strength, improves flexibility, and focuses the mind. You can expect to leave feeling stretched, invigorated, and refreshed.
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