Somatic Yoga for Nervous System Regulation – Monday 7pm

Somatic Yoga for Nervous System Regulation

A gentle, slow-paced yoga class in North Shields, conveniently located for Tynemouth and Newcastle upon Tyne, focused on somatic movement, breath awareness and nervous system regulation.

This is not a vigorous or performance-based class. It is a space to slow down, turn inward and explore what is happening in your body through gentle movement and conscious breath. Complete beginners are very welcome.

What Is Somatic Yoga?

Somatic yoga draws on principles of somatic movement — an approach that emphasises internal sensation, body awareness and the mind-body connection rather than the external appearance of a pose. Movements are slow, gentle and exploratory, inviting you to notice how your body feels from the inside rather than how it looks from the outside.

Each session uses breath, gentle movement and mindful awareness to help support a shift in the nervous system — moving from a state of heightened activation toward greater ease and calm.

The Nervous System and Why It Matters

The autonomic nervous system governs how your body responds to stress and safety. The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for activity and response; the parasympathetic nervous system supports rest, recovery and regulation. Many people spend significant time in sympathetic activation — a state of tension, alertness or low-level stress — without sufficient opportunity to return to balance.

Gentle somatic movement, breath awareness and focused internal attention can help support the parasympathetic nervous system, encouraging the body to release physical tension, improve circulation and move toward a calmer, more regulated state.

What You May Experience

• Greater body awareness and sensitivity to internal sensation
• Release of physical tension held in the muscles and joints
• Support for nervous system regulation and stress relief
• Improved mobility and ease of movement
• A stronger sense of the mind-body connection
• Increased capacity for relaxation and rest

If you are interested in somatic therapy, nervous system regulation or mind-body practices, this yoga-based somatic class offers a gentle way to explore body awareness through movement and breath. It is yoga-based somatic movement rather than clinical therapy.

Who This Class Is For

This class is suitable for anyone who feels physically tense, mentally overstimulated or simply in need of a slower, more nourishing movement practice. It is particularly well suited to those who are new to yoga, returning after time away, or who prefer a gentle, awareness-based approach over fast or physically demanding classes. Absolute beginners are welcome.

Class Details

• Day and time: Every Monday at 7pm
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Location: Linskill Centre, North Shields
• Price: £16.50 per class
• What to bring: Your yoga mat (essential)

Purchase your place below. Payment secures your place in the Monday 7pm class.

If you are also interested in exploring postural alignment through yoga, you may like the Postural Alignment Yoga class on Tuesday evenings, or for a deeper one-to-one exploration of your posture, visit the private posture assessment page.

Booking Terms

Please note that no transfers or refunds are offered for this booking, without exception.

For any questions please contact newtonyogaandposture@gmail.com.