What is perfect anyway?

March 31, 2023

What is perfect anyway?

If you are delaying joining a yoga class because you’re not flexible, strong or because you’re tired or mentally frayed….you should join now!

Yoga isn’t about perfection.

We practice yoga so that we can look after ourselves, so that we can start to feel more flexible, strong, energised and calm and steady of mind.

It’s also not a linear growth, life happens, sometimes even the teacher topples and forgets what they were saying mid-cue 🤣

There’s absolutely ZERO judgement in a yoga class.

The teacher is there to meet you where you are right now, not how you were yesterday or last week.

Yoga teachers don’t make comparisons, they encourage and SUPPORT each individual student as you are.

So, see if you can rest your hesitations and gift yourself the act of self love that is yoga - today ❤️

If you’re not sure about which class to choose take a look at the class descriptions, or pop me a message 🙏

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I've been to a few massage places in Preston & none have compared to Emma at Mandala. Emma will cater the massage to the issues you're having at the time. She checks in on you thorough the massage to see if the pressure is ok, whilst still allowing a quiet and relaxing experience. I would never go anywhere else now. She has really helped me. Dani 💜

I would never go anywhere else

The best massage I have ever had, delivered by an exceptionally talented and caring practitioner who was incredibly attentive to areas of pain and my emotional needs. I will definitely keep going back to this lady and feel lucky to have her working in my locality. Katie

The best massage I've ever had

Amazing massage. Emma focused on areas that needed attention and I felt like I had a new neck when I left. Thank you! Louise

New Neck

Amazing massage with Emma. Went in feeling quite stressed after a week at work and came out feeling wonderful. The technique, understanding and gentleness was amazing. Came out relaxed, totally calm and ready for the week ahead. Would highly recommend and will definitely be booking on a monthly basis. Tara

Amazing Massage

I’ve been going to Mandala for aerial yoga classes for about seven months now. Emma, the instructor, is very welcoming and kind. The classes are so much fun and Emma caters for everyone from beginners to advanced students. I highly recommend these classes! Katy C

Welcoming

The experience was beautiful, the way Emma held the space for us and kept it judgement free is amazing. As a newbie I always feel quite anxious about not being as experienced but in this class, I never felt so light! Thanks a lot

Beautiful Experience

This was mine and my partners first time and Emma is just so warm, lovely and welcoming. We absolutely loved it, what an all round amazing experience. We will definitely be back.

Thank you to Emma for welcoming us, what a lovely space filled with positive energy.

Amazing Experience

Wonderful experience. I have never done any yoga before and have no flexibility or ability but Emma gave no pressure to do anything other than what felt good for me. I was floating on air afterwards so would recommend to anyone. I took a chance and I'm so glad I did. I'll be back for sure! Don't be afraid if you're on the larger size either- just do what you can. I enjoyed floating in a cocoon the most! and managed to stretch and it felt so good. Thank-you Emma!

Aerial Yoga - Floating on Air

Awesome and fabulous drum circle,I loved it❤️ Looking forward to the next one.💫, Chris

Awesome and Fabulous

Absolutely amazing experience can’t wait for the next one xxx 🥁🥁🥁❤️❤️❤️❤️, Karen

Absolutely Amazing Experience

THE best class yet - can’t wait for the circle to meet again, Joey

The Best

Groove is the ultimate stress-buster and I love that you can do the moves however it feels good in your body, I attend every Monday and its the best part of my week, my. I leave feeling so happy.

Groove makes you so happy

I totally wasn't expecting such good results! Even if you just want a totally blissfully and relaxing experience I'd recommend trying a Tibetan Bowl or Drum treatment with Emma - had my last session on Sunday night and I swear it's the best I've ever slept I was so chilled afterwards. Much love, Francesca

Blissfully Relaxing

I have been blessed to experience the sound treatments, which I find magically healing, transporting me to another world for a while. V

Transported to Another World

Soundbaths are always a treat, they're a totally relaxing activity that calms the mind and restores energy.  Emma is so supportive and the Mandala surroundings are so calming and comfortable

Calms the Mind Copy

This therapy has enabled me to reflect on what I need to do in order to tackle years long issues in a positive way and to move forward. I honestly couldn't ask for a better therapist, she takes her time to deeply listen to what you are expressing and responds to that perfectly. Elizabeth

Tackled Years Long Issues

I had 4 amazing sessions with Emma and I can't recommend them enough. Emma really is such a fabulous listener and really goes out of her way to tailor the sounds to your needs, taking time to ensure the maximum benefit. After each session targeting different areas I felt relaxed and more able to cope alongside a very restful and reenergising sleep. Emma's soundbaths also helped me to manage pain and stress levels. Please don't hesitate to book in with Emma, you will feel amazing afterwards. Thank you Emma, Karen

Really listens

Emma's therapy helped me in a difficult period in my life. All my sessions with Emma have been a unique blend of care, relaxation and the poised attention of a therapist totally focused on helping me. Every thought and emotion has been listened to and assisted in some way by Emma. She has helped me to build trust, confidence and worthiness, and to work through bereavement and fear and to come to a belief in a positive future. Claudia

Helped build belief in a positive future

Groove is my absolute favourite exercise class. Groove has everything you could want: an amazing enthusiastic teacher (the lovely Emma), fantastic fun dance moves and a relaxation/wind down at the end of the class. I love it. Thanks Emma, Sarah. xx

Everything you could want

I am only fairly recent to the studio and to Emma as a teacher but wow what a difference it has made to my week each week and my well-being overall. I look forward to my classes and feel amazing after.

Emma is so kind and helpful  coaxing you to push a little further and increase your practice, making it more enjoyable and giving your a stronger basis. The yoga in the park during the pandemic was a life line and such a beautiful idea I almost sad to go back to a studio. We laugh, practice and most of all enjoy the moment. I recommend this school and teacher wholeheartedly ......”  Anna

Wow - what a difference!

Soundbaths are always a treat, they're a totally relaxing activity that calms the mind and restores energy.  Emma is so supportive and the Mandala surroundings are so calming and comfortable

Calms the Mind

Groove class moves me right out of my comfort zone into a wild, crazy, energetic and safe space that was wonderful, fun and breathless (in a good way!) Jane

Wild, crazy & eneregtic

 I love Emma’s ashtanga yoga classes, which encompass not only great guidance, but a real sense of fun.  V

Guidance & Fun

I have been blessed to experience the soundbaths, which I find magically healing, transporting me to another world for a while. V

Healing

I first found the Mandala when I felt a bit lost in life.  For me, the Mandala provides a vital sense of community and connection, radiating happiness, support and friendship.  I love Emma’s ashtanga yoga classes, which encompass not only great guidance, but a real sense of fun.  I have also been blessed to experience the soundbaths, which I find magically healing, transporting me to another world for a while. V

Happiness, support & friendship

Emma is a wonderful teacher, patient, carefully explains and has a natural flow which provides for an excellent practice experience. Inspiring - a definite recommendation for Preston and local participants. Philip

An oasis of calm and presence

Groove helped me lose my inhibitions, move freely and feel completely un-wound! For the first time I could follow an informal routine, adding my own style whilst remaining part of a group. Suzie

Lost Inhibitions

Groove is one of the best classes outside of being at a real gig!  It is like having my own little living room disco but with the added benefit I finish it feeling that all those knots and aches in my brain and my joints have been loosened up and shaken away!  (J, online lockdown Groover)

Living Room Disco

I love Groove, it's the best exercise class ever. The music is always brilliant, the moves are really simple and you can just let go and dance freely because nobody cares what you look like, just have fun. It's also a great workout! Sandra

The best exercise class ever

Emma's yoga classes make everyone feel so welcome, her voice is so soothing and the way she explains yoga for anxiety is very clear. I look forward to the class each week as I know I will be so relaxed. Julie

Welcoming and Gentle

Yoga for anxiety was the only thing that has really helped me in a long time. I was at my wits end when I started. My family noticed the dramatic change after a few weeks. My family said it is the most emotionally stable that they have seen me in 10 years.

Life-Changing

I have practiced yoga with many teachers but have learnt so much from Emma. Her explanations are very clear and really help me to get more from each posture and my practice. I always feel wonderful after her yoga classes. Thank you for sharing your knowledge Emma. Pauline

Learnt so much

Emma is a fabulous and very authentic yoga teacher. She has a really thorough knowledge of yoga and the human body and she applies this in a way that is appropriate to every individual in the class to help us to get the most from each posture. She seems to know exactly what will work with each person. My flexibility and breath have really improved since I started studying with Emma. Steven

Fabulous Yoga Teacher

 A jewel hidden away in a little known side street of Preston

A jewel

My sessions helped me to cope better through tough times and release emotions, thoughts and physical feelings. I am much more self-aware and able to deal with problems much better. I found this more beneficial than other therapies. Amy

Coped through tough times

Emma is an excellent teacher with a deep understanding of yoga and ability to teach at all levels. Her style is very welcoming and I enjoy her classes very much. Sarah T

Deep Understanding of Yoga

I totally wasn't expecting such good results! Even if you just want a totally blissfully and relaxing experience I'd recommend trying a soundbath with Emma - had my last session on Sunday night and I swear it's the best I've ever slept I was so chilled afterwards. Much love, Francesca

The best I've ever slept!

I had 4 amazing soundbath sessions with Emma I cannot recommend these enough. Emma is such a fabulous listener and really goes out of her way to tailor the sounds to your needs taking time to ensure maximum benefit. After each session targeting different areas I felt relaxed and more able to cope alongside a very restful and re-energising sleep.

Emma’s soundbaths also helped me to manage pain and stress levels more effectively please don’t hesitate to book in with Emma you will feel amazing afterwards thank you

Helped me manage pain and stress

As a newbie to yoga I have found over 8 weeks my strength and ability has continued to improve. Emma is a wonderful teacher , everyone is made so very welcome.

Strength Improvements

Emma teaches yoga in such a way that she makes us feel like we are always good enough and always beautiful. In person or online. My classes always leave me feeling wonderful

Makes me feel beautiful

The Mandala has been a total life changing find - it is not just a yoga and wellbeing studio it is a community. It has allowed me to regain some control over my health and emotions and reduce reliance on medications. I totally recommend trying out this place - it is like no other Yoga centre I have tried.

Life-Changing Community

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