Hotpod Yoga
Coventry

Jake Osei-Tutu

George Smith

After practicing yoga for more than 20 years, George finally trained as a yoga teacher in 2023. She enjoys not only the physicality but also the stillness it creates. Promoting wellbeing and positivity, yoga has been a key aspect of her life, shaping who she is. George loves being outdoors; walking, climbing, camping, paddle boarding, swimming and exploring new places – especially if she can share these with her family. She is very much looking forward to sharing her love of yoga with the Hotpod Yoga Coventry community.

Kayleigh Fugatt

Hi everyone,

I’m Kayleigh and I’m so excited to be sharing class with you all! I discovered yoga during my contemporary dance training 10 years ago, and since then it’s been a wellbeing practice that I’ve come back to time and again. Yoga is so versatile; it helps me unwind when life gets stressful, gives me vitality when I’m feeling flat, and helps me gain focus when I’m feeling chaotic. I’m super passionate that yoga is for everybody, no matter your size, shape or ability. And it should be fun! I’m so looking forward to welcoming you onto your mat, however you show up – it’s all welcome. Namaste!

Rosanna Trajkovska

Rossana offers nurturing yoga classes for both children and adults. She completed her MSc in Children, Young People, and Family Well-Being in 2012, which laid a strong foundation for her expertise in this field.

She further enhanced her qualifications by completing specialised training in Children’s Yoga in 2018 and Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga for Adults in 2019.

Her Family Yoga sessions provide a fun and relaxed environment where families can learn a variety of breathing, movement, and mindfulness techniques together.

These sessions are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of their prior experience with yoga.

Nichola Foley

Hi there! I’m Nichola and I’m excited to start teaching at HotPod Yoga in Coventry. I love the sensory space and how it allows you to shut off from the world, it is magic! I have been practising yoga for over 10 years and I’m passionate about the transformative benefits of movement and the positive impact yoga can have on both the mind and body. I look forward to sharing this journey and practise with you!

Georgia Barratt

Georgia has always been active and loved to move her body. When the 2020 lock down forced her to pause it gave her the time to create a disciplined daily practice. Her love for yoga deepened and as she learnt more about not only the physical but mental benefits to this sacred practice as she embarked on her teacher training.

Hungry for more she recently visited India to complete a 300hr training which has transformed the way she looks at herself, others around her and life in general.

She believes that yoga is for everyone despite many common misconceptions. She aims to create a safe space for others to connect to themselves, take a pause and look within. She encourages everyone to give themselves the time and space they deserve to nurture their body mind and soul.

Welcoming all abilities on to the mat with comfort and reassurance. You won’t regret it!

Russell Berry

About twenty years ago I attended my first yoga class and immediately found it to be a safe and practical way to strengthen and revitalise the body and to promote a calm and positive state of mind. I liked the fact that it can be practised almost anywhere with little or no equipment, and I learned that there is much more to yoga than strength and flexibility.

I found that the fundamental yogic principle of ‘ahimsa’ aligned with my lifestyle aims and ethical beliefs, and learning how to unite breath with movement was quite a revelation, helping me to cultivate peace and steadiness in all areas of life. This meditative element is so important for wellbeing, and is something I try to encourage in classes.

In 2017 I completed my teacher training with a Hatha yoga tutor from the Sivananda tradition, and have since practised many different styles, as well as Pilates and calisthenics, while regularly returning to Bikram and Ashtanga for grounding and focus. In my own practice and teaching I borrow freely from everything I have learned and enjoy passing on that empowering feeling of being ‘in the flow’!

Laina Lovegrove

Laina’s love for yoga started back in 2008, when she walked into a yoga class not even being able to touch her toes, but rather than feeling defeated and never going back to another yoga class, she saw this as a real challenge and never gave up. 

Laina has been teaching yoga for over 10 years, alongside being a qualified Personal Trainer. Her approach to yoga is one that is very dynamic, achieves results and is fast flowing whilst being creative with the asanas and flow.

Laina’s main goal in life is to be able to teach people how to move freely in without pain.
 
Yoga is very much a part of her everyday life, as she knows the benefits it has had not only on her body, but also her mind.

Donna Miller

My journey with yoga started 7 years ago. I was dealing with disordered eating and a breakdown of a relationship. I was depressed, disconnected, and unfulfilled.

After previous failed attempts at yoga I decided to give it one more try. This time there was no ego trying to to attempt every asana. This time I listened to my teacher and my body and utilised my breathe which helped relax my monkey mind. I learnt how to truly sit with myself and became more mindful.

Yoga has taught me many things. Ultimately, when I leave a yoga class I feel connected, peaceful and revitalised.

All you need to practice yoga is an open mind and open heart.

Chanelle Jarrett

Hey!

I’m Chanelle, I found my love for yoga over 14 years ago. As soon as I attended my first Ashtanga class I knew I would be doing yoga for the rest of my life. I have been teaching since 2013 having completed my teacher training in London, Bali and Mexico .

I teach and specialise in various yoga styles including Dynamic,Power,Vinyasa,Yin and Restorative to name just a few of my favourites .When I attended my first hot pod class I instantly fell in love and I am so grateful to be part of the family.

My goal and aim is to ensure everyone’s feels welcome, comfortable and safe within the yoga space . I love to challenge individuals and encourage those to step outside their comfort zone and to feel confident in their bodies.

I’m obsessed with how yoga makes me feel mentally, physically and emotionally. Join me on the mat so we can experience this together.

Heart Cruz

I am a mother, Yoga Teacher/ lifetime Student, Reiki practitioner, Sound Alchemist, doTerra Wellness Advocate and a registered Nurse. I completed my 250hr Yoga Teacher Training with Evolation Yoga and Level 2 certification and initiation to Usui Ryoho Reiki in 2018.

By sharing ancient philosophy and modern science, interwoven with the physical practice of yoga, I invite you to unlock the power of being present, to be more conscious, experience joy and pride in taking care of yourself. This journey will lead you where you needed to be and in time, you will build resilience and find ease.

Ravneet Kaur Virdee

Hello!

My name is Ravneet and I am a part time yoga teacher, full time Medical Physicist. I am also a retired Bollywood dancer, but still love to dance now and then.

My love for yoga started with Ashtanga. My teacher was inspiring, strong and unique, and I believe the teacher is a big influence on the experience of a yoga class. What I love about Ashtanga is how the sequence stays the same, so you can see your progress. I noticed with the assists that I was given, what my body was capable of with the help of a knowledgeable instructor.

One thing I love about yoga, is how creating and flowing to a sequence reminds me of dance. Making a rhythmic, meditative state where you just know what is coming next so you can work on making it smoother with each practise.

Part of my background is astrophysics, and I love the concept of the unfathomable universe and feeling connected to it. I like using a variety of uplifting and intense postures to help you feel connected the the universe and in tune with the energy surrounding you you.

I look forward to guiding you soon. Love and light ??

Zoe Tsim

I found a love for hot yoga back in 2012 and immediately became addicted of the heat, sweat and positive effect it had her body. For many years, it was the only time I had to tune out the stresses and gruelling hours as a head chef and business owner back then.

Having had to travel 30+minutes to my “local studio”, I stumbled upon Hotpod Yoga in Worthing my hometown and instantly loved the pod, the smells of essential oils and the positive energy oozing from the teacher, studio and the other students. After selling my food business, I knew I wanted to continue being my own boss and loved the idea of owning my own Hotpod Yoga studio.

I never thought all those years ago as a yoga student that I would become a yoga instructor and also be opening my very own yoga studio.

Whether you are new to yoga have dabbled in the past or are a “yogi”, you will be welcomed with a friendly face and can expect a warm feeling from the heat, a chance to raise your heart rate as well as time to calm the mind away from the the daily grind and noise. As I liked to say to all my existing yoga students, “this is your body, your practice, you do not have to do all the postures”, so come and join me on the mat and find your Hotpod feeling!

Hotpod Yoga Coventry