Jivan Yoga with Maryam
JY
Yoga Studios
Jivan Yoga with Maryam
Tong Ln, Bradford BD4 0RP
# Jivan Yoga with Maryam
Jivan Yoga with Maryam offers trauma-informed yoga classes in Bradford that prioritise inclusivity, accessibility and spiritual nourishment. Founded by Maryam, the practice challenges conventional Western yoga spaces by explicitly welcoming people of all backgrounds, body types and fitness levels—rejecting the notion that practitioners need to be a certain race, religion or able to perform advanced poses.
The business serves individuals seeking yoga as a sacred spiritual practice rather than merely physical exercise, particularly those from South Asian backgrounds seeking therapeutic approaches that blend Eastern and Western healing modalities. Maryam is especially attentive to people who've felt excluded from mainstream wellness spaces and those managing trauma or ongoing struggles.
What distinguishes Jivan Yoga is its deeply personalised approach. Small class sizes ensure individual attention, with detailed histories taken to customise instruction. Maryam teaches in five languages—English, French, Gujarati, Urdu and Hindi—removing communication barriers. Every session prioritises safety and being heard through trauma-sensitive facilitation.
Beyond the yoga itself, Maryam curates the sensory experience: bright, cosy venues, thoughtful use of scent and music, and warm refreshments create an environment where students genuinely feel they belong. Classes are offered in group, online and one-to-one formats, with props and variations ensuring poses are achievable for everyone. Her philosophy—grounded in Krishnamacharya's principle that "if you can breathe, you can do yoga"—makes the practice authentically accessible while honouring yoga's spiritual foundations.
Jivan Yoga with Maryam offers trauma-informed yoga classes in Bradford that prioritise inclusivity, accessibility and spiritual nourishment. Founded by Maryam, the practice challenges conventional Western yoga spaces by explicitly welcoming people of all backgrounds, body types and fitness levels—rejecting the notion that practitioners need to be a certain race, religion or able to perform advanced poses.
The business serves individuals seeking yoga as a sacred spiritual practice rather than merely physical exercise, particularly those from South Asian backgrounds seeking therapeutic approaches that blend Eastern and Western healing modalities. Maryam is especially attentive to people who've felt excluded from mainstream wellness spaces and those managing trauma or ongoing struggles.
What distinguishes Jivan Yoga is its deeply personalised approach. Small class sizes ensure individual attention, with detailed histories taken to customise instruction. Maryam teaches in five languages—English, French, Gujarati, Urdu and Hindi—removing communication barriers. Every session prioritises safety and being heard through trauma-sensitive facilitation.
Beyond the yoga itself, Maryam curates the sensory experience: bright, cosy venues, thoughtful use of scent and music, and warm refreshments create an environment where students genuinely feel they belong. Classes are offered in group, online and one-to-one formats, with props and variations ensuring poses are achievable for everyone. Her philosophy—grounded in Krishnamacharya's principle that "if you can breathe, you can do yoga"—makes the practice authentically accessible while honouring yoga's spiritual foundations.
Services offered
Group yoga classesPrivate one-to-one sessionsOnline yoga classesTrauma-informed yoga therapyBeginner-friendly classesAccessible yoga with props and modificationsSpiritual yoga practiceMultilingual instruction