I have been practising yoga for more than 20 years, with a particular love for ashtanga. I completed 350 hours of Yoga Alliance Professionals-certificated teacher training with Inner Fire Yoga of Kendal in 2018. This consisted of a 250-hour Comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training course, a 50-hour Slow Flow Yoga Teacher Training Course, and a 50-hour Anatomy of Asana Teacher Training Course.

The same year I attended the 40-hour intensive course on the foundations and teaching techniques of ashtanga yoga with renowned ashtanga guru David Swenson, in Manchester.

In 2019, I travelled to India to further my knowledge of ashtanga teaching and of yoga philosophy. I completed the YAP-certificated 200-hour residential ashtanga teacher training course at Samyak Yoga in Mysore (find out more about the ashram and the ethos behind Samyak Yoga here).

I study continuously, and when I can, I attend workshops and courses to improve and refine my knowledge, teaching and practice. I am currently studying with the wonderful Jock Orton at Lime House Yoga Studio, attending a series of adjustment clinics as well as enjoying different styles of class from the teachers there.

I completed the 40-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Limehouse, with Kitty Billings, in September 2024.

My training and certification

Apr-Oct 18           250 hour YTT certificate with Inner Fire Yoga, Kendal

A general YTT, over a weekend a month for eight months, covering a variety of yoga styles, pranayama, meditation, plus a 50-hour intensive slow-flow course, and 50 hours anatomy for asana.  (YAP certificated)

Jul 18                      40 hour Ashtanga Intensive with David Swenson

An intensive week-long course in the foundations and teaching techniques of the Primary Series of Ashtanga yoga, with the well known ashtanga guru David Swenson.

Dec 19                    200 hour Residential Ashtanga YTT with Samyak Yoga, Mysore

An intensive month-long course, covering the Primary Series of Ashtanga yoga, including modifications and adjustments. Also pranayama, meditation, anatomy and yoga philosophy. (YAP certificated)

Sep 24                    40-hour Yin YTT with Limehouse Yoga

An intensive weekend, plus 12 hours of yin classes, covering the fundamentals of yin, its connection to Traditional Chinese Medicine, working with the fascia and deep tissues of the body, and developing an understanding of the meridians.

What my students say…

‘Really enjoyed the class tonight and feel so much better after it.’

‘Fabulous as always.’

‘Loved it, thanks Olivia!’

‘Olivia totally focuses on her students, encouraging and supporting during each class.’

‘I have not done an online class before but it was great. You were very easy to follow. It also is very convenient being able to do it at home.’

‘Thanks for a great class again we both really enjoyed it. The pace was easy to follow and your instructions are really clear and you come over as very professional and friendly.’

Visit my profile page at Yoga Alliance Professionals, to see more reviews.