SOPHIE WALTON

I have been dedicated to my yoga practice since after the Christchurch Earthquake in 2011. After developing PTSD from a traumatic experience during the quake, I felt disillusioned and unsafe in my body. Yoga was the catalyst in helping me to develop a harmonious and intimate connection with my body, mind and breath. The connection to my body came first, and then the more subtle aspects of myself followed. This is the beauty of yoga, it sings us back to life!  My yoga practice now goes far deeper beyond just the asana. Yoga is a vast set of diverse practices and a comprehensive science that allows us to experience the full richness and sacredness of life.

I completed my 200 hour Hatha & Ashtanga training in Rishikesh in 2018, and since then have completed over 300 more hours of training in Yin, Yoga Therapy and anatomy. I am currently studying toward becoming a certified Para Yoga teacher of Tantrik Hatha with Mary Johnson-Coursey, which is a 2 year process. 

I embody softness, spirituality and inclusivity in my teaching style. Every class I teach has a specific focus and intention. My teachings will always include a full and well-rounded practice, including Asana, Pranayama & Meditation. My intention for teaching yoga is to enable students to peacefully connect with all elements of their being, so they can acknowledge the bright spirits that shine within them. 

I am over the moon to be teaching at Flow. The community, space and values at Flow really align with who I am, and I can't wait to be offering more classes there. See you on the mat!