Dunfermline Yoga classes
"I have been going to Mark's classes for almost a year now - having started as a bit of a yoga novice. Mark's style is relaxed and his classes are pure escapism from every day life."
"I enjoy the mental and physical wellbeing it gives me. If I have had a bad day I always feel happier and more like myself after class."
"The community is everything for me - no competition, no one taking themselves too seriously, just folks supporting each other and having a laugh. Come for the vibes, stay for the shavasana."
"My mobility has increased immensely and I can do things I couldn’t before attending the classes. What I also like about your classes Mark is that it’s not too serious and with a great bunch of other people who attend just makes it all the more fun to be there. Everyone is diiferent and there is no pressure to perform."
My Dunfermline Class Schedule
Monday 6.30pm - Beginners / Intermediates Yoga
Slower paced, with a focus on alingment and learning. Ideal if you are new to yoga.
Zilda Holistic Therapies
Monday 7.45pm - Private Yoga
Classes designed for you and your practice
Zilda Holistic Therapies
Tuesday 6.30pm - Yoga Yoga
A balanced level of class with breath and poses to develop your practice
Fire Station Creative + live on Zoom
Wednesday 6.10pm - Yoga for All
Beginners upwards. Ideal if you are new to yoga.
Zilda Holistic Therapies
Wednesday 7.30pm - QiGong
Traditional Chinese practice combining slow movement, breathing techniques, and mindful intention
Zilda Holistic Therapies
Saturday 8.45am - Strong Yoga
A more intense practice to challenge your mind and body
Fire Station Creative
Meet me - 500Hr RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher)
I'm Mark Townsend and I run yoga classes to help you build flexibility, physical and mental strength and also to help calm your mind. My style of yoga class is "Chilled Out". I take traditional yoga techniques and blend them with modern insights to create classes accessible to students of all levels.
Words that may describe one of my classes: Strong, Thoughtful, Deep, Fun, Slower, Purposeful.
I've taught over 1,300 classes and have an approachable and inclusive teaching style. I emphasise the importance of mindfulness and self-awareness in yoga practice. Taking time for you and your practice.
I also focus on creating a supportive community atmosphere in class, encouraging students to explore their practice in a way that resonates with them personally.
If you are looking for a yoga experience that combines physical movement with a deeper understanding of yourself, and a bit of calm from the frantic world we live in, then my yoga classes may be a great fit for you.
You can choose to "drop in" to a class to see what I'm all about.
Yoga Events in Dunfermline
"Attended the rest and reset yoga on Saturday and it was as totally amazing. Venue was chilling, cake great but most of all, completely calming and fun.Thought as a newbie to yoga all the new words and techniques would be challenging but Mark just takes the pressure off and made the whole experience a pleasure to attend."
"Mark has a very clear, calming voice which helped me quickly settle into this guided practice. I noted a significant improvement to the quality of sleep I had following the session and felt restored...a feeling I haven't had on waking for some time. Highly recommend."
"Loved the Yoga Nidra class I attended led by Mark in the Zilda studio in Dunfermline. The studio has a relaxing vibe and combined with Mark's soothing voice it was overall a very relaxing experience. I slept well and look forward to the next one."
Sun, 19 October - Sunday night Yoga Nidra at home on Zoom - 9pm - 50 minutes
Time to treat yourself. 50 minutes of Yoga Nidra at home. No need to come out of the house. Just cozy up with your PJs on. You are free to turn your camera off once we get started.
You can book here
Imagine a space where you can finally let go of the day’s weight, relax deeply, and reconnect with yourself. That’s exactly what my Yoga Nidra class is here to offer you.
Yoga Nidra, often called “yogic sleep,” is a deeply restorative practice that guides you into profound states of relaxation and awareness.
Unlike traditional yoga, there are no postures to master. You simply lie down, get comfortable, and allow me to lead you on a journey inward.
This class is perfect for anyone who feels stressed, overwhelmed, or simply in need of time for themselves.
The result? A deep sense of peace, clarity, and renewal.
Self Care Saturdays @ Zilda's - 2pm - see event for pricing
Self Care Saturdays is a series of Saturday classes which are connected but can be taken stand alone if you wish. We are combining qigong, somatic yoga, and yoga nidra to offer students a balanced practice that nurtures both body and mind.
Oct 25th - 3 hrs - You can book here
This would be an excellent way to chillout and try something a little different.
TBC, Hot Yoga (full 26/2 sequence) plus seated meditation and social @ Zilda's, Dunfermline - 2pm - 2 hr. Only £20 per person.
This event will be the full 26/2 Hot Yoga sequence done with full timing in a warmed room.
It's an ideal opportunity to try the sequence proper and to broaden your yoga practice experience. It's one of my favourite sequences I practice.
At the end of the practice I will hold seated meditation and then some social with herbal teas, coffee and cake from 269 Vegan Dunfermline.
Email me here if you are interested and would like to be notified of the date.
TBC, Hot Yoga (full 26/2 sequence) plus seated meditation and social @ Zilda's, Dunfermline - 2pm - 2 hr. Only £20 per person.
This event will be the full 26/2 Hot Yoga sequence done with full timing in a warmed room.
It's an ideal opportunity to try the sequence proper and to broaden your yoga practice experience. It's one of my favourite sequences I practice.
At the end of the practice I will hold seated meditation and then some social with herbal teas, coffee and cake from 269 Vegan Dunfermline.
Gimmie Yoga - My Yoga Life A5 journal
Stay connected to your practice with this simple and soulful yoga notebook / journal from GimmieYoga.com.
Designed to support your journey on and off the mat, this A5 softcover notebook offers space to gently reflect, track progress, and deepen your awareness of your practice.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned yogi, use it to note post-practice thoughts, reflections, learnings. poses, or simply how you feel.
Stay connected
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Gimmie Yoga - community
We are much more than a bunch of students in a class.
We are a wee community.
So, we have community events from time to time.
Examples include:
Curry night
Breakfast club after class
Yoga social after events - vegan cakes and tea
Camp outs