‘Surrender to what is, let go of what was, have faith in what will be’

— Sonia Ricotti

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Coming from a performing background, Annabelle found a much needed sense of grounding and stability on the mat that was lacking in her career; it was a constant that always had her back and she wanted to be able to give that to other people. For years she struggled with her mental health; her late teens were dictated by Anorexia and her 20s were dictated OCD and GAD. This beautiful practice changed Annabelle’s life, it helped her separate myself from these disorders, find herself again and get some space to realise she was not defined by the illnesses, they were just part of her story, her journey and that was more than ok.

Annabelle is a compassionate soul, her classes are strong, steady and inclusive, encouraging her students to practice mindfully, connecting with the subtle signals of the body to find their way to the present. She endeavours to create and hold space for self-acceptance, positivity and inclusivity for anyone who walks through the door.

Annabelle hopes to remind students that yoga isn’t just about the physical asana; this is merely just the start of this practice. It isn’t about flexibility or the ability to touch your toes. It is about connecting with our inner and beginning the journey toward finding our true self; our harmonious self.

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Yoga Accreditation

200hr YA certified Ashtanga Vinyasa
Sampoorna Yoga, Goa.

60hr YA certified Yin
Sampoorna Yoga, Goa

85hr YA certified Pre/Postnatal Yoga with Baby Yoga & Massage
Apple Yoga, London

10hr YA certified Adjustments Training
Yogasoul MCR

100hr YA certified Mandala & Shamanism The Yoga People

Reiki Accreditation

First Degree of the Usui System of Natural Healing
Inner Essence Healing, Darlington

Second Degree of the Usui System of Natural Healing
Inner Essence Healing, Darlington