Sarah Brannen, Ashtanga practitioner, yoga teacher & family yoga teacher in St. Andrews.
About
Hello, I’m Sarah Brannen.
I started Warm Hearts Yoga in 2013, when I was looking for a yoga class in St Andrews that I could attend with my young daughter. When I couldn’t find what I was looking for I decided to create it myself.
Over the years, Warm Hearts Yoga grew and evolved and I now teach a wide range of traditional yoga classes alongside special classes families and children.
I passionately believe that yoga can provide so much more than strength, flexibility and fitness. My Ashtanga yoga practice helps me to find a sense of calm amidst the chaos, to remain steady through the constant change, to love and accept myself, and to find a path to follow that feels right.
Over the years I have continued to train and study, and I enjoy bringing new elements from my learning into classes. I have a love of yoga philosophy and embrace the challenge of bringing these ancient ideas into classes in an accessible way.
I have practiced various styles of yoga throughout my life, but I am always drawn back to Ashtanga.
The traditional Ashtanga yoga system combines breath and movement to create a moving meditation. Working with a familiar sequence of physical postures allows the mind to quieten and provides a mental break whilst still energising the body.
I have an established personal ashtanga practice, developed with the assistance of some wonderful teachers after having my second daughter in 2013. Currently working through third series under the guidance of my teachers at Ashtanga Yoga Edinburgh, I love how these postures challenge me whilst inviting some humility and light heartedness into practice.
Join me for a Yoga session.
“Each week is a peaceful hour that you don't realise has passed.”
— Gemma
