The beginning to today...

In 2002 the BCY studio was created by two yogis- Steve and Vacassin, who bought and renovated the property, creating the beautiful studio space we still have today. Come 2008 both original partners had moved on leaving the way for Laura Gilmore to become director of BCY. Laura has developed the studio into a space where we offer quality yoga in a number of traditions, and created the therapy room space offering treatments from Bristol's most accomplished therapists. Taking her inspiration from some of London's best studios and from peaceful retreat centers where Laura has taught, BCY combines the best of tuition, a warm welcome and beautiful space.

 

Laura Gilmore

Laura Gilmore's yoga journey began in her teens continues to this day- a weaving web of practices that enliven and enrich her life! Her searches took her of course to India aged 18, and from there to the practice of yoga and meditation. Laura's yoga journey encompasses various traditions of yoga, she has travelled widely to practice with world renowned teachers. Laura has also sought out meditation masters from Buddhist and Yoga traditions. Her teaching and the ethos of the studio reflect this dedication to both the practical and philosophical aspects of the yoga tradition. Laura focuses her attention on teaching her classes, workshops and running her teacher training courses. Leaving the nitty gritty to Lizzie and the BCY team- thank you!  

A Focus on Women's Health

As well as a providing yoga classes and courses for all in a wide range of styles, the studio is also an amazing resource for families. Laura's own son Madoc now 5 has been the inspiration for creating a centre where women feel supported throughout the prenatal and postnatal period, where couples can come for support in pre conception, and where children's whole families continue to be welcomed for yoga and therapies. We are now creating an exceptional women's health programme where women at any stage of life can come for a tailored programme of therapies, classes and support. Our project brings together specialist therapists ad teachers to support women through all life's challenges. Whether a couple is working to conceive a child, or a women is working to create menstrual health, seeking wellbeing postnatally or looking for balance during the menopause, we can help.  

 

Lizzie Packham- Studio Coordinator

Lizzie keeps everything ticking over behind the scenes.  She started her yoga journey recently in 2012 after finishing University and hasn't looked back since! If you've got an enquiry, feedback to give or want help with anything then feel free to get in contact with Lizzie via info@bristolcityyoga.co.uk, or call 0117 924 4414 (9am-5pm Monday to Friday).  

 

Charlie Musgrove

Charlie keeps the Teacher Training courses and workshops running smoothly alongside her yoga teaching. If you are interested in any of our Training courses then feel free to get in contact with Charlie via training@bristolcityyoga.co.uk.    

Franzie Watson

Franzie is on hand to answer your queries and keeps the studio looking beautiful for you to enjoy.  She works at BCY alongside her work as a complimentary therapist.