Hello and welcome to Earth and Ember..
Welcome to Earth and Ember, a boutique, women-led, women-only studio offering calm, focused spaces for mindful movement. Located within the serene Parkside Swim and Wellbeing Centre in Spennymoor, County Durham, we offer a thoughtfully curated timetable of Yoga, Barre Fit, and mat-based Pilates classes. Free parking and all equipment are provided for your convenience.
Our classes are designed to support a wide range of abilities and bodies, with small class sizes allowing for a personalised experience. One-to-one guidance is available for those who wish to progress safely and confidently at their own pace.
Earth and Ember is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. Our studio is LGBTQ+ inclusive and trans-affirming, with a strong emphasis on comfort, dignity, and wellbeing for all women who practice here.
To enhance your experience, we use handmade, locally crafted candles and essential oil diffusers from Rest & Restore, helping to create a calm, grounding atmosphere during classes.
Explore their work here: https://restandrestore.co.uk
Integrate mindful movement into your routine in a space designed for focus, care, and ease.
Come join us and find your flow.
Earth and Ember Yoga
Yoga, Barre & Pilates — Expert Guidance for Mindful Movement
Deepen your practice, challenge your body, and restore your mind with our carefully structured classes in a calm, focused environment.
Ember Glow
Ember Glow is a gentle, nourishing Vinyasa yoga flow designed to support your body and nervous system through mindful movement, soothing sequences and steady breath.Expect a calm, supportive pace with options offered throughout, making the class accessible for beginners while still offering depth for more experienced students who prefer a gentler and more restorative practice.Ideal if you’re looking to move with ease, release tension, and leave feeling warm, grounded, and restored. Suitable for all levels, including beginners.
The Sunday Sanctuary
Welcome to the Sanctuary, where your Sunday begins with an awakening and restorative experience. Flow gently through gentle Vinyasa yoga movements designed to stimulate energy, while maintaining a grounding, steady pace. Enjoy mindful breath work, slow stretches and soothing sequences, that prepare your body for a centered and harmonious day ahead. Join and embrace the tranquility of this rejuvenating practice. Suitable for all levels, including beginners.
Earth and Ember Yoga
Yin Yoga
Come and be a part of our soothing monthly The Friday Night Yin. Discover the transformative benefits of extended mat-based holds that enhance relaxation and rejuvenate both body and mind. Embrace the serenity and find the harmony that Yin can introduce into your life. We can't wait see you on the mat!
Suitable for all levels, this session requires deeper and longer held postures for up to 3-5 minutes. Please note this session will be held on the final Friday of the month.
Ember Calm
Welcome to Ember Calm, a gentle Vinyasa yoga session that soothes anxiety and nervous system overwhelm. Through mindful movement and breath, we create a safe space for comfort and regulation. You have the freedom to move, rest, or breathe, prioritizing your needs. This practice is perfect for all levels seeking compassionate approach to yoga. Suitable for beginners.
Ember Nidra
Join us for a serene journey that blends the calming practice of Yin yoga with the restorative elements of Yoga Nidra. Experience gentle mat-based sequences designed to soothe your body and mind, you to fully embrace the meditative state of Nidra. This class is perfect for anyone seeking relaxation and a deeper connection to themselves. Come unwind and rejuvenate with us! This session is held subject to demand on the final Sunday of the Month.
Suitable for all levels.
Earth and Ember Barre
Lume Barre
This unique blend of ballet, pilates, fitness, and yoga fundamentals focuses on building strength, enhancing alignment, and sculpting your body while maintaining the energetic flow you cherish. In a supportive environment, you'll enhance your precision, build strength, and cultivate poise, making it ideal for practitioners of all skill levels looking to deepen their practice.
Ember Ignite
Welcome to Ember Ignite, a dynamic fusion class that combines the power of barre and Pilates to elevate your fitness journey! Experience the power of precise movements and flowing sequences designed to your core, enhance your posture, and tone your muscles. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this class invites you to challenge yourself at your own pace, ultimately leaving feeling powerful, centered, and invigorated. Join us discover the transformative benefits of Ember Ignite!
Earth and Ember Pilates
Forme Pilates
Forme Pilates combines classical mat based Pilates principles with modern sculpting techniques to create a refined, elevated workout experience suitable for all levels and abilities. Clean lines, controlled movement, and purposeful flow help you strengthen, lengthen, and move with greater ease. This class is suitable for all levels.
Ember Balance
Ember Balance is a fusion yoga-Pilates class designed to cultivate strength, flexibility, and body-mind awareness.This practice combines the mindful, flowing sequences of yoga with the core-focused precision of Pilates, helping to improve posture, stability, and overall functional strength. You’ll move through sequences that challenge your balance, tone muscles, and encourage breath-led alignment, all at a pace that meets you where you are.Suitable for all levels, Ember Balance leaves you feeling grounded, energised, and connected from head to toe — a practice that strengthens both body and mind.
Beginner friendly.
Earth and Ember Services
Services provided for private and corporate tuition.
Professional Services
Bring the calming benefits of yoga to your business, sporting club, or event with our expert guidance. We specialise in creating unique and personalised programs for local businesses tailored to your specific needs. Let us help you enhance well-being and promote a positive atmosphere with the power of yoga. Reach out today to start your journey! Prices available by request.
Private Tuition
Private 1‑to‑1 Yoga, Barre & Pilates Sessions — By Appointment Only.
Experience fully personalised guidance in a calm, focused environment. Each session is tailored to your goals, ensuring expert instruction and support. Please contact us directly to discuss or book your private appointment and secure your session.
International
Women's Day
Saturday 8th March
Join us for a special day of free small-group movement sessions to celebrate International Women’s Day.
This is a space for women to move, breathe, build strength and feel supported — whether you’re completely new or already love to train.
✨ Gentle Reset Yoga
✨ Core Pilates
✨ Barre Sculpt
✨ Yogalates Flow
✨ Barre-lates Burn
Sessions are between 30 minutes to 1 hour, and have been designed to leave you feeling strong, energised and grounded.
Spaces are limited:
• Max 8 for Yoga, Pilates & Fusion
• Max 6 for Barre and Barre Fusion
Booking is essential.
Come to one session or stay for a few. Move your body, try something new, and celebrate strength in all its forms.
Following this event, I’ll also be running free sessions at the local leisure centre as part of the She Thrives initiative — so this is the perfect opportunity to get started.
Reserve your space below.
Earth and Ember Events
From Friday 24th April, join us for a 6 week course for Women's Health. This gentle and supportive group blends restorative yoga, core focused pilates and light barre work to build strength, stability and functional strength. This will involve some work with light weights, but no experience is necessary. Classes are kept small to ensure personalised and individual support and guidance is offered. In this workshop we will be looking at nutrition, diet, pelvic health and have the input of a women's health physiotherapist. Leave each class feeling empowered, balanced, calmer with practical exercises to use at home.
£50. Booking online only. From 24th April-29th May 9-10am.
Join us for a transformative Summer Solstice Yoga Mala! Experience the power of 108 sun salutations (Surya Namaskar) in a moving, meditative session that honours the peak of sun's energy. This solstice marks a time for, intention setting, and releasing stagnant energy, as we welcome new growth and ignite our inner strength. Embrace the warmth and light within as we together in celebration!
£15. Booking online only.
Sunday 21st June 9am-12pm.
Contact
Thank you for reaching out! If you have any enquiries or would like to connect, feel free to drop me an email at helen@earthandemberyoga.com or you can contact me on 07353 762 346. I'm always here to help and look forward to hearing from you!