# Yoga with Erika Southsea

Erika is a YAI certified yoga teacher and ayurvedic yoga therapist offering traditional Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa flow and Yin yoga classes in Portsmouth. With over 15 years of fitness experience and formal training completed at Nitayoga Academy in Budapest, she brings both depth of knowledge and practical expertise to her teaching.

She serves students of all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced practitioners, with particular specialisation in working with clients experiencing spine problems and musculoskeletal issues. Her therapeutic approach prioritises alignment and the healing aspects of yoga practice, making her especially valuable for those seeking yoga as a complementary therapy rather than purely exercise.

What distinguishes Erika's offering is her combination of multiple yoga disciplines with formal ayurvedic training, enabling her to provide holistic lifestyle coaching alongside physical practice. She recognises that yoga serves different purposes for different people—some seek community connection through group classes, whilst others benefit from the personalised attention and technique refinement of private sessions. This flexibility means clients receive genuinely customised support aligned with their individual goals and circumstances.

Her background in competitive sport and fitness informs her understanding of how to challenge students appropriately whilst maintaining accessibility. Rather than offering generic classes, Erika tailors her approach to therapeutic needs, making her practice particularly suited to those managing injuries, chronic conditions or seeking evidence-based wellness support.