Viva Yoga Carlisle - Carlisle

John J.

I’ve been a client of Sammie’s since I joined her yoga studio as a beginner in 2010. She is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and inspiring, and her teaching style is gentle and motivating with always just the right amount of challenging moves as my yoga practice improved. I highly recommend Sammie to anyone starting out on their yoga journey. From beginner to advanced, you are in very good hands.

Sally A.

Sam’s yoga class is welcoming, friendly, informative and calm. Sam’s yoga isn’t about being super bendy it’s all about what our own body can do. We are all different. I always leave feeling super stretched, stronger and smiling. Highly recommended. 😊

P Y.

Sam is one of the most warm and welcoming people I have the pleasure of knowing. She is highly skilled and professional while making you feel right at home. I’ve had the privilege of attending her classes as well as being trained for her for my 200RYT and 500RYT. I can’t recommend her enough.

Ellie E.

BEST YOGA CLASS EVER! Has everything I need and want. Perfect combination of practices in every session from breath work and meditation (at the beginning) to stretches, flow, balance, and strength. She has created such a lovely community that welcomes everyone! Fantastic at making individual adjustments in poses for people’s needs. I would recommend this class to any level from beginner to experienced! Definitely doesn’t hurt that it is in the most beautiful location.

Ren E.

Sam’s yoga classes are wonderful! Super clear, friendly, accessible, and with lots of variations. Would warmly recommend Viva Yoga to newbies and seasoned yogis alike! 🥰

Denyse E.

New classes on alternate Sunday’s are super at a later time of 9am -10am.

One thing to note is classes are never more than 10 people, not huge groups of people. Calm and welcoming environment.

I have been attending Sam’s classes for some time now (150 + classes). NOT one class has been the same, every class she mixes it up and this makes it interesting and varied. She is consistently assessing the group in front of her to see how she can help them achieve their best performance and encourages everyone to have the yoga class that suits them on that particular day. If you need a class that’s kinder to you that’s what you bring, if you want dynamic then that is great also. Each exercise is given in different levels and you work to suit yourself, she is skilled at explaining and if necessary demonstrating. The other lovely thing is that the group of people are just kind and accepting, totally non judgmental and welcoming. The venue is a lovely room overlooking meadow and wildflowers, free parking and easy to book using the app. The other important thing to mention is you don’t have to book in blocks, pay as you go using the app or book ahead and so long as you cancel 24 hours up front, there is no charge.

evelyn C.

I was lucky enough to enjoy yoga at Sammie Walker's yoga studio in Douglas, Isle of Man over about 20 years, and was devastated when she was forced to close down during Covid and move away. She is an excellent teacher, and a great organiser. We still miss her here!

Donald M.

Have found my experience as a regular attender of Viva Yoga, and Sam as an instructor, hugely beneficial for mental and physical health. The classes are accessible, friendly, and the varied routines keep it fresh and with new challenges. Highly recommend 👌