Claire Bates

About Claire Bates

Yoga I am a qualified 200 Hour Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga Teacher. With an array of knowledge and passion for the natural world, I am able to interweave the theme of nature into Hatha and Vinyasa yoga classes. Where appropriate, the use of positive affirmations is encouraged in classes. Positive affirmations are statements that are spoken to encourage the uplift of the person speaking them. I am known for being friendly and approachable with a fine sense of humour. I make space for students ensuring they feel comfortable and positive within the class environment. I really enjoy teaching classes to different levels and needs. I find teaching varied levels keeps my role as an instructor interesting and rewarding. The best part of my job is seeing the transformation of students in their mind and body. To help a person develop as a whole is my main goal. I wish for students to feel good after yoga and have an increased sense of self -awareness and confidence Yoga is about trying new things but knowing that it takes practice, the final move (asana) is not always the end goal. I believe yoga is about showing up on the mat, forming a mind and body connection. At present I am running virtual yoga classes/webinars with varying group sizes. I have added an optional chat time that takes place before and after the classes. After each class I provide suggestions to student and answer any questions they may have. Freelance Film and Editor I studied film and editing at University back in the day when You Tube did not exist! All my old school show-reels are on CD'S. See my You Tube links for recent video production and edits. I trained with colleges who used to work for the BBC and then set up their own production and editing a company called 'Shoot The Company.' Now I help people film and edit small scale projects, do you need a short film for social media platforms? You can send me over your raw footage if you wish for me to just do an edit job.