25 Years of yoga
in Surrey
since 2001

Breathe.
Relax.
Be.

Yoga for life, taught with depth.

BWY Diploma Tutor Surrey & Online International Retreats
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Why study with Clare?

25+ Years teaching
MA SOAS London
BWY Diploma Tutor Surrey & Worldwide Italy & Rajasthan retreats Yoga therapist CNHC
BWY Diploma Course Tutor 25 Years Teaching Yoga Surrey & Esher Classes Live Zoom Worldwide BWY Level 4 Teacher Training Retreats in Italy & Rajasthan Private Yoga & Mentoring MA in Yoga & Meditation — SOAS BWY Diploma Course Tutor 25 Years Teaching Yoga Surrey & Esher Classes Live Zoom Worldwide BWY Level 4 Teacher Training Retreats in Italy & Rajasthan Private Yoga & Mentoring MA in Yoga & Meditation — SOAS
Yoga

Teaching Philosophy

"Yoga should be adapted to
the individual — not the individual
to yoga."

— TKV Desikachar · Clare's guiding principle since 2001

About Clare

Not just a yoga teacher.
A teacher of yoga teachers.

Clare is a BWY Diploma Course Tutor — one of the most advanced qualifications in UK yoga education — allowing her to formally train and certify the next generation of yoga teachers through Britain's leading yoga body.

With an MA in the Traditions of Yoga & Meditation from SOAS University of London, 25+ years of teaching, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from Falmouth University, Clare brings extraordinary academic and experiential depth to every class and course.

25 Years Teaching
500 Hours Diploma
2001 Est. in Surrey
Clare's Full Story
Clare — Harmonyoga founder and BWY Diploma Course Tutor

Qualifications & Credentials

BWY Diploma Course Tutor (2017) MA Yoga & Meditation — SOAS, London (2023) PGCert Higher Education — Falmouth (2025) KHYF Yoga Therapy Diploma, 500hrs (2009) BWY Teaching Diploma, 500hrs (2000)
TRAIN

Become a qualified
yoga teacher with Clare

Clare runs all three levels of BWY teacher training — the UK's most respected pathway into professional yoga teaching. From your first steps to full diploma qualification.

Level 1 · Introduction

BWY Foundation Course

The starting point for anyone drawn to yoga teaching. Deepen your personal practice, understand the foundations, and explore whether teacher training is right for you.

Starting 2026/7 cohort Suitable for regular yoga practitioners Pathway into BWY Certificate

Level 4 · 300 Hours

BWY Certificate

A 21-month fully accredited teacher training programme. One Sunday per month in Esher, with five Zoom sessions. OFQUAL-verified at Level 4.

January 2027 cohort forming Esher, Surrey + Zoom 14 specialist tutors

Level 4 · 500 Hours

BWY Diploma

The most comprehensive BWY qualification — the same diploma Clare holds as a tutor. For those who want to teach at the deepest level and train others.

Advanced qualification Progression from Certificate Enquire for 2027 dates
What Clare Offers

Find your
perfect practice

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Weekly yoga classes in Surrey
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Weekly Classes

In-person yoga classes in Esher, Weybridge, Molesey and Walton on Thames. Classical hāṭha, yin, and restorative sessions for all levels.

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Zoom online yoga classes
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Zoom Classes

Join Clare live from anywhere in the world via Zoom. The same quality and personal attention as in-person — from the comfort of your own home.

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Private yoga sessions with Clare
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Private Sessions

One-to-one yoga therapy tailored entirely to you. Ideal for injury recovery, pregnancy, mobility, or those who want a deeply personalised practice. From £55.

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Yoga teacher mentoring with Clare
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Mentoring

For qualified or student yoga teachers seeking guidance. Clare's 25-year depth of practice, MA-level knowledge, and BWY Tutor experience make her an exceptional mentor.

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International Retreats

Yoga in the world's
most beautiful places

Immersive yoga holidays led by Clare — small groups, extraordinary settings, transformative experiences.

Student Reviews

Voices from Clare's
community

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Clare teaches in an empathetic and harmonious way — her experience shines through in every class she leads.

J.

Surrey

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Her yoga evolves year after year — an inspirational journey. Her knowledge of all things yogic is quite simply breathtaking.

G.

Dorset

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Every week is different, carefully worked out, beautifully balanced and always relevant to me. An inspirational teacher.

K.

Surrey

Ready to begin
your yoga journey?

Whether you want to start practising, deepen your yoga, qualify as a teacher, or escape on retreat — Clare is here to guide you.