# Yogabud - Newcastle upon Tyne

Yogabud offers specialised yin yoga instruction in Newcastle, founded and led by Claire Yvonne Austin, a 200-hour registered yoga teacher with extensive therapeutic training. The studio serves individuals of all ages and abilities seeking a therapeutic, personalised approach to yoga practice rather than rigid, alignment-focused instruction.

Claire's unique background combines four years of therapeutic work with young people and women in London, alongside dedicated yoga training. After initially studying Iyengar yoga in the Himalayas, she recognised her calling lay in therapeutic yoga and travelled to Bali to train with renowned instructor Denise Payne at One Song Yoga. This journey equipped her with qualifications in Vinyasa, Restorative, and Yin Yoga, plus foundational myofascial release therapy.

Yogabud distinguishes itself through its therapeutic philosophy. Rather than prescribing uniform poses to all students, the practice adapts to individual needs, allowing practitioners to move through areas of discomfort safely and explore alternative ways of engaging with yoga. The studio positions itself as a sanctuary for reconnecting with your personal self, away from daily pressures.

The yin yoga approach emphasises tranquillity for both body and mind, complemented by Claire's understanding of how yoga facilitates genuine personal transformation—knowledge gained through her own practice and therapeutic work. This combination makes Yogabud particularly suited for those seeking healing, stress relief, and deeper self-awareness rather than purely physical fitness outcomes.