# The Space - Yoga in Dorset

The Space is a specialist yoga and holistic wellness studio located in Shaftesbury's town centre, run by Sally Rainbowchild, an experienced practitioner with over 25 years of personal yoga practice. Since 2010, Sally has been guiding others through yoga whilst drawing on additional qualifications as a reflexologist, massage therapist, Reiki practitioner, and Mental Health First Aider. Her distinctive background includes four and a half years working in the prison sector at HMP Guys Marsh, bringing depth and compassion to her teaching.

The studio caters to practitioners of all levels and abilities, from complete beginners through to experienced yogis. Offerings include specialised beginner courses, yoga for men, pregnancy yoga, chair yoga for accessibility, and meditation classes. Small class sizes ensure personalised attention, with five classes per week available both in-person and online. Beyond regular classes, Sally provides monthly workshops, sound baths, and yoga nidra sessions.

What sets The Space apart is its holistic approach—recognising that yoga extends far beyond physical postures to encompass breathing techniques, meditation, and a philosophy for living well. The studio philosophy emphasises developing mental stability and inner peace alongside physical fitness and flexibility. Sally's training in mental health support and her experience working with diverse populations, including vulnerable groups, reflects a nuanced understanding of how yoga serves genuine wellbeing. The intimate studio environment, combined with comprehensive treatments available evenings and weekends, makes wellness accessible to busy lifestyles.