Friendly & Welcoming Yoga for Beginners in Tynemouth
Starting yoga for the first time can feel daunting. Maybe you’re worried you’re too stiff, or you’ll be the only beginner in the room, or you won’t know what to do. It’s completely normal to feel this way.
At Jasmine Yoga in Tynemouth, we’ve welcomed thousands of beginners over the past nine years. Every single one of them arrived with the same nerves… and every single one left feeling proud, calmer, and supported. Our teaching ethos is simple: every body is unique, and yoga should feel accessible, enjoyable, and welcoming.
Below you’ll find a guide to beginner-friendly classes, FAQs to put your mind at ease, and real testimonials from students who joined us with no experience at all. If you’re unsure where to start, just drop Jo an email — she’ll happily help you choose the perfect class.
A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step.
We hope to see you at one of our beginner yoga classes in Tynemouth soon.
Weekly Beginner Yoga Class
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
It’s the perfect place to start if you’re curious about yoga and want to learn the basics in a friendly, supportive environment. Across the weeks you’ll explore:
core postures (asana)
simple breathing techniques (pranayama)
popular sequences such as Sun Salutations in a Vinyasa style
ways to personalise movements for your unique body
introduction to yogic philosophy and ideas beyond the mat
Whether your goal is to build strength, improve flexibility, reduce stress or simply try something new, we’d love to welcome you.
Beginner Yoga Near Whitley Bay, Cullercoats and North Shields
Our studio is perfectly placed on Tynemouth’s Haven Beach, making it easy to reach from Whitley Bay, Cullercoats, North Shields and Monkseaton.
Many of our beginners travel from local neighbouring areas for our peaceful seaside setting.
Intro Offer
New to Jasmine Yoga? Enjoy 3 classes for £25 so you can get a feel for what we’re all about! Or drop in classes are £12.50.
Other Beginner-Friendly Yoga Classes You Might Enjoy
If you’d like to explore gentle, slower-paced or mindful classes, these sessions are also very beginner-friendly:
Mon: Zen with Steph
Tues: Flow and Restore with Steph; Stretch & Flow with Steph
Wed: Beginners with Jo
Thur: Gentle Flow with Sound Bath (Jo); Candlelit Restore (Holly)
Fri: Moving Meditation (Jo)
Sat: Moving Meditation (Jo)
Sun: All Restore and Mellow classes
Meet your Teacher
This is Jo, she founded Jasmine Yoga nine years ago with the intention of bringing an inclusive, welcoming yoga space to the coast, regardless of your yoga experience.
The local surroundings play a huge part in our yoga classes; the sounds of the sea, soothing music and candles bring a sense of peace and calm to our practice. During the summer months and during our early morning dawn classes we practice outdoors both on our roof terrace and King Edwards Bay.
Jasmine Yoga is a family-run business, Jo and her eldest daughter Steph teach, alongside our wonderful team of yoga teachers, and middle daughter Laura helps things run smoothly behind the scenes.
Jo is committed to safe teaching having completed hundreds of hours of additional training including 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training, Yin Yoga Teaching, Pregnancy & Post Natal Teacher Training, Anatomy Training, Trauma-Informed Training, Deconstruct to Reconstruct Training, Sound Healing and more.
We know joining your first class can be nerve-racking… here are some helpful FAQs
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No! We welcome anyone new to yoga, we'd recommend attending a beginner-friendly class or course first to build your confidence, however always happy to discuss your options.
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£12 per one hour yoga class. We also offer class passes on the Book Now page so you can buy a bundle for a saving. These include unlimited monthly sessions, bundles of 5,10 and 15 classes, as well as a trial pass for £25.
Pregnancy classes are £12.50 for a 75 minute class or we offer a 4 classes for £40 pass option.
Courses and events are priced separately but typically £25+ for a two hour wellbeing event.
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Yes please, all booking is done online and spaces are limited. If a class is full it’s always worth adding your name to the waiting list where you will be notified if a spot becomes available.
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We have spare mats you are welcome to use however many of our yogis prefer to bring their own. We sell various mats in our shop if you’d like to purchase one, we can have it waiting for you.
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If you have a class pass you can cancel a class and it will go back on your allocation. If you are pay-as-you-go we offer transfer only, this can all be done via your booking confirmation up to four hours before the start of class.
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No! It's a common misconception that you need to be able to touch your toes to do yoga, quite the opposite! We do yoga so we can gain flexibility, and I promise, once you start a regular practice you will feel huge benefits!
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Most people like to wear comfortable clothing such as leggings, jogging bottoms or shorts. We practice in bare feet, you can leave your shoes outside the studio in the hallway on the racks provided.
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Yes we have separate male and female bathrooms and space to change on-site. We have limited free parking outside the studio, and a large free car park at the top of the hill (on your right when you come over the bridge).
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It’s recommended women only practice after their first trimester. We would always ask that you let us know (this will always be held confidentially) so we can offer adaptations, both Jo & Steph are pregnancy yoga qualified.
We offer Pregnancy Classes on a Sunday which are lovely if you’d like to join those.
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We offer children’s yoga classes through the holidays, for our normal studio classes we ask that everyone is over the age of 16.
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We recommend to arrive 5-10 minutes before the start of class so you can settle in peaceful and get comfortable, if you’re rushing it’s not the most relaxing start to class!
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We are located in Tynemouth Sailing Club, we have a private entrance around the back, simply follow the path around the building and come up the stairs.
We leave our shoes outside the studio.
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Testimonials from Beginners
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Even though I wanted to try yoga for a long time, as a beginner I felt a bit nervous and unsure what to expect from a class. I needn't have worried. A warm welcome in the stunning location of the haven, a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and excellent teaching made my beginners course a joyful and rewarding experience. I feel very lucky to have found Jasmine Yoga and would recommend anyone try a class, you won't be disappointed!
Karen
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My wife bought me a block of beginner classes as a gift, I haven't looked back since. Jo and the team run fantastic classes for all levels in a relaxed and professional manner, at the most stunning location, the Haven. The classes have been brilliant and I can now do my shoes laces up! What's not to love?!
Mark
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I love everything about Jasmine Yoga. Jo and the team have created such a warm, welcoming and nourishing environment to learn, share and practice yoga together. Everbody is very friendly and encouraging and I feel comfortable attending classes on my own. The classes are varied, interesting and fun and there really is something for everyone regardless of your yoga experience, whether you are looking for a gentle relaxing class or more energetic class. Jo always offers lots of modifications to postures making the classes very accessible for everyone. Jo encourages you to do what feels comfortable/right for you and to listen to your own body. I leave classes feeling strong, grounded and peaceful. I am so happy that I found Jasmine Yoga.
Debbie
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A wonderful place. I can't imagine a better location to practice yoga. A beautiful, tranquil environment that sets the scene for fulfilling yoga. Beyond that, and even more importantly, the teaching itself is fantastic. A wide range of classes for all levels, always taught in an encouraging and positive way.
Steve
Find us!
We are located within Tynemouth Sailing Club on the Haven beach, just down from the Priory and Tynemouth Village.
We have an indoor studio and a beautiful roof terrace.
Beginner Yoga near Whitley Bay, Cullercoats & North Shields
Can we help you with a question?
hello@jasmineyogatynemouth.co.uk
The Haven, Pier Road, Tynemouth, North Shields, NE30 4DG
Directions.
Follow the road down from the priory, over the small bridge and you will see the sailing club on your left. There is limited parking beside the club itself or a large free car park on your right.
We have a private entrance, follow the signs and up the stairs.
Perfect for anyone living in Tynemouth, Cullercoats, Whitley Bay, North Shields and Newcastle Upon-Tyne.
