Please see google reviews for latest!I went to Marie’s pregnancy Yoga classes throughout my pregnancy- including the evening I went into labour! Her class was an oasis of calm in a busy week, and helped me to physically and emotionally prepare for a calm and beautiful birth. Even as a second time mum I learnt something new every week. In addition to the yoga practice, classes end with a cup of tea and a healthy homemade treat and chance to talk. The small class size (6-7) fosters a lovely sense of community and Marie is incredibly caring and knowledgeable, providing well evidenced advice without judgement. I highly recommend her classes, and am now continuing with her mum and baby class. Kirsty. ‘ Marie's classes when I was pregnant and postnatally too. She is a supportive and knowledgeable teacher. I always found her empowering, she is an advocate of pregnant persons rights and choices. I think having a yoga teacher who is also a doula makes a huge difference to preparing you for birth (however you decide to bring your baby into the world) and repairing your body afterwards.’ Elizabeth. 'Michael and I both feel your yoga class was the most useful thing we did for birth prep, thank you. It's been so enjoyable and worthwhile.' Hannah'
'Best and most amazing experience. Thank you for getting your support. I don’t think I would have been able to do this without drugs without your support and Yoga. Thank you so much. I truly mean it. You do such a grand job and helped me in so many ways that I don’t think I could tell you.'MichelleI cannot recommend Marie’s classes enough. Marie is a wonderful woman with a huge breath of knowledge within yoga, pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery and babies. Her classes are gentle and relaxing and tailored to supporting you throughout your journey in motherhood.
The classes are intimate (6 per class) making it super special as you get to share your experiences along the way - it’s been such a great way to meet new mums and to connect out of class too.
Not only do you get to experience Marie’s expertise in yoga and babies, but you also get to enjoy her wonderful cooking. Marie makes delicious healthy cakes and lunches as part of the classes - I always look forward to Marie’s classes as they are a real treat for yourself!
Overall amazing and exceptionally good value. Rebecca
‘I'd definitely recommend the mom and baby yoga with Marie at Gently Strong Yoga. It offers a good balance of movement for post-partum recovery, personalised advice and an opportunity to share thoughts, knowledge and issues with women in the same situation in a supportive environment. The atmosphere is welcoming and cosy, the classes take place at Marie's house which is beautifully decorated. Marie is a knowledgable and kind teacher, respecting personal choices, and has created a wonderful community through her classes. ‘ Denitsa
‘Marie has been extremely instrumental in my pregnancy journey. Her yoga classes helped me foster strength in my mind and body. One of the many good things about her class is the format of the session. It begins with knowing about each other how one felt. Marie is beacon of knowledge when it comes to pregnancy and also practices as a doula.Through the doubts of mine plus others and answers given by Marie during the session ,lot of knowledge was build on by me. This followed by a well curated prenatal yoga 🧘♀️ posture & breathing practice session which ended with a delicious healthy cookie and green tea.’ Swati
Thank you a ton Marie for all the support, knowledge you have imparted and care. I am so glad I landed at your door😊
I feel incredibly lucky that I found Marie and Gently Strong Yoga during my pregnancy. Marie has an incredible depth of knowledge about pregnancy, labour, and having a newborn. Her yoga sessions are fantastic exercise during pregnancy and prepare you for labour. The atmosphere that Marie creates is very special. With a maximum of 6 people per class she really gets to know you and your journey and it also lets you bond with the other mums and support each other.
As well as building an environment to make pregnant women feel strong and supported, every few months she also holds a partner night, one of which my husband and I attended. He found the evening very useful and it made him feel more confident and equipped for the labour too.
I am now attending her mum and baby yoga sessions and they are equally as valuable. I did not use her as a Doula, but have no doubt that she would make the perfect birth partner if that is what you are looking for. Cat
Marie is amazing! I started attending her pregnancy yoga class when I was 15 weeks pregnant and it was honestly a huge part of why I felt so well, both physically and mentally, throughout my whole pregnancy. Marie is so kind, gentle, calming and of course knowledgeable and skilled! I have scoliosis and she expertly guided me through caring for my back throughout the pregnancy, and now postnatally. I attend her mum and baby yoga classes now with my little girl and we love it. Highly recommend!!! Ashling
Marie’s classes were a massive support through my pregnancy (all the way to week 42!) and postnatally - they gave me confidence for the journey to motherhood and what always felt like a well needed warm hug and reassurance, as well as some much-needed space to look after myself as a new mum. Thanks so much Marie, wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others.
'Dear Marie I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your support this year. I have absolutely loved coming to your classes. You have taught me so much and I am certain I was able to deal with my long labour and had the most positive birth because of you, I was able to focus and stay calm.'
'Thank you so much for coming into my life! I'm so glad a google search found you five and a half years ago.I've loved and appreciated your nuturing at pregnancy yoga, mum and baby yoga and 'normal yoga' The wonder woman present is a reflection of how wonderful you and amazing you are_I'm sure all the mums you've supported will agree-I hope you will wear them in class. I hope I find someone like you in N.Z. Thanks for being brilliant!' Caroline xxx
'Dear Marie I want to thank you for all your support, help and advice and encouragement during my pregnancy. All of your advice was so valuable during my labour and gave me the confidence in myself to keep focused on my breathing. Bondewijn foundall the tips from partners night invaluable. Evie and I are looking forward to the next phase of yoga!'Freya
Dear Marie thank you so much for all your support and wisdom during both my pregnancies and early days of motherhood with Amelia and Kasia, taking them to your classes has been such a special time for me and my girls.'
'I just wanted to say a massive thank you for all your love and support over the last 15 months. You gave me the tolls and tricks to not just get throught them, but to enjoy them and my little girl and for that I am eternally grateful. All my lover Natalie xx'
'Just a quick note to say ahuge thank you for every thing. From all your support and techniques to get me through labour right through to tall the pearls of wisdom of getting my body back on track-you've been amazing! I've met so many great people who continue to support me through your classes which I am incredibly grateful for. I will miss you (and your cakes!) but this is only a good bye for now....' Em
'I am so grateful to my fabulous yoga instructor Marie for teaching me great breathing and chanting methods that saw me through a shockingly fast labour.' Orla
'It was completely medication free.
I give major credits to you for enabling me to go through this.
Thanks a ton.' Nethra
'Thank you so much for all your amazing support you have given/me us during both my pregnancies. I really couldn't have done these journeys without your kind support, I will never forget it.' Love Emma