New Year ‘Fresh Start’ Yoga Workshop I Fitness & Wellness Photography
Fitness photographer UK | Yoga photoshoot Northampton | Wellness photography
In January, I attended the ‘New Year ‘Fresh Start’ Yoga workshop at Whitespace Studio in Stony Stratford.
This workshop, directed by Christine Blair and Kelly Hopkinson, ran from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and focused on improving wellness, flexibility, and mindfulness.
Yoga & Fitness Photography I Workshop Schedule
Flow Yoga – A dynamic sequence of asanas creating fluid physical movement and enhancing energy flow.
Yin Yoga – A slow-paced style inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, holding postures for longer to stretch deep connective tissues and fascia.
Restorative Yoga – Passive stretching using props to support muscles, helping deep relaxation.
Meditation & Journaling – Reflection exercises to improve mindfulness and emotional wellbeing.
The workshop included a 10-minute tea break to reset and relax.
Key Takeaways for Wellness Photography & Personal Practice
Attending this workshop helped me understand the differences between Flow, Yin, and Restorative Yoga, and I discovered my preference for Flow and Restorative Yoga. Yin yoga challenged my ability to hold poses for long periods, but I recognized its benefits for muscle flexibility and joint health.
Currently, I practice Flow yoga via the Asana Rebel app and attend a weekly trapeze yoga class. After this workshop, I plan to attend in-person classes to deepen my understanding of poses and ensure proper alignment, an insight valuable for wellness photography sessions, where capturing correct form is essential.
What I Enjoyed Most
Flow Yoga
Restorative Yoga
Journaling & Reflection
Goal Setting & Mindfulness Activities
During paired exercises, we chose a word to guide our year. My original word was ‘Positivity’, later refined to ‘Approachable’ after defining actionable goals:
Be self-confident
Be approachable
Be open to others
We were also encouraged to:
Find a power song
Complete tasks without delay
Pledge accountability
These practices not only support personal growth but also inform my approach as a fitness photographer, particularly for Yoga photoshoot Northampton and wellness photography, ensuring I capture authenticity, energy, and mindfulness in my subjects.
Acknowledgements & Studio Information
Special thanks to Christine Blair (Instagram) and Kelly Hopkinson (Instagram) for delivering an inspiring session.
Whitespace Studio offers a variety of yoga classes and workshops that support wellness and mindfulness. If you’re in Northampton or nearby, their programs are worth exploring.
Connect & Collaborate
If this blog inspired you, I offer wellness photography, fitness photoshoots, and personal branding sessions. Capture your yoga, fitness class, or wellness activity professionally.
Email: sampeel@wellypcitures.com
