Anna Ashby's Book

Restorative Yoga

Arranged into three sections, the book is designed to help readers understand the history, purpose and characteristics of the practice; its feel and expression with an emphasis on breath, process and introspection; and how to structure a successful practice.

Each section ends with self-enquiry and breath exploration so teachers can practically apply the knowledge shared in each chapter and build a framework for a successful teaching practice. Helping the reader to understand their own patterns of behaviour and cultural imprints, which may interfere with the ability to downshift the nervous system and ultimately relax, Restorative Yoga supplies all the necessary preparations to successfully teach this style of yoga.

Upcoming Retreats and Trainings

Retreats

Urban Retreat – Mission, London – 28th-30th December

Held at the cusp of the year, the Urban Retreat will give space to reflect, practice and bring closure to what’s past, while welcoming in what’s to come. This year’s theme, Unify, supports the cultivation of strength in the face of life’s challenges by recognising and experiencing wholeness as our essence.

Stillness: A Weekend Immersion -  Brussels, Belgium - 8th-9th February 2025

This weekend amplifies yoga practices that bring about stillness and space as a wellspring for insight and creativity. Each session weaves in yoga wisdom and modern insight as frames for enlivening and exploring yoga as a form of deep enquiry that reaffirms interrelationship.

Sanctuary & Soul: Yoga Retreat - Cornwall - 11th-14th April 2025

Held at the stunning Tresillian House in Cornwall at its best in Spring, this long weekend yoga retreat offers sanctuary for reconnecting with body and soul. Slow and mindful yoga sessions curated with care release unnecessary tension and provide a vibrant pathway for awakening in tune with Nature’s blossoming.

Yoga Retreat - Lefkada, Greece - 17th-24th May 2025

Nestled on the hillside overlooking the sea amongst the olive trees with the sound of the waves and birdsong amplifying feelings of contentment, the retreat site offers the beauty of Nature while supporting space and rest. The retreat itself provides a contemplative frame that rejuvenates and deepens self-knowledge through embodied practice and enquiry.

Yoga and Slow Living Retreat - Mallorca, Spain - 23rd-28th September 2025

This late summer retreat is held at an enchanting former 13th century monastery set high up in the hillside of the Tramuntana mountain range in Mallorca. This is a tranquil, secluded place where you’ll experience five captivating days of yoga, good company, delicious Mediterranean food, relaxation and slow living.

Trainings

Restorative Teacher Training 1: The Essential Practice – Mission, London - 14th-16th March & 4th-6th April 2025

The Essential Practice runs over 2 weekends and focuses on the practice, art and teaching of Restorative Yoga while exploring space and stillness. Each weekend includes three 2-hour practices, as well as time to learn about the history, nature and purpose of Restorative Yoga and how to structure and teach a practice/class.

Restorative Teacher Training 2: The Art of Presence - Mission, London - 20th-22nd June 2025

The Art of Presence focuses on going deeper into the practice, art and teaching of Restorative Yoga and includes: immersive practice, how to set-up/adapt postures, self-enquiry, meditation practice, as well as lecture + dialogue. An empowered learning environment with fellow teachers helps build confidence and creativity in designing ongoing Restorative Yoga classes.

Restorative Teacher Training 1: The Essential Practice – OrangeYoga, Cheltenham - 17th-19th October & 7th-9th November 2025

The Essential Practice runs over 2 weekends and focuses on the practice, art and teaching of Restorative Yoga while exploring space and stillness. Each weekend includes three 2-hour practices, as well as time to learn about the history, nature and purpose of Restorative Yoga and how to structure and teach a practice/class.

*The trainings are designed for teachers, trainees and experienced students who wish to deepen their practice of Restorative Yoga.

Where to find Anna

annaashby.com | @ashby_anna

"I’ve discovered a whole world of wisdom within which keeps inviting me back into the experience of softness and rest as a radical act of transformation."

Anna Ashby