About
Yoga is an ancient practice that combines physical postures, breath control, visualization, and meditation to support overall health and inner peace. The word Yoga comes from Sanskrit and means union—referring to the harmony of mind, body, and spirit.
At its core, yoga aims to quiet the mind. Through gentle breathwork and mindful movement, it helps boost energy while fostering calm and balance. Among the many styles, Hatha Yoga is the most commonly practiced form in the West, known for its accessible, grounding approach.
The Yoga Fellowship exists to unite and support the yoga community of Northern Ireland. It is a Sangha fostering a deepening understanding of Yoga in all its forms, connecting member practitioners and yoga teachers, and promoting the benefits of Yoga to all levels of society.
We are the governing body for Yoga in Northern Ireland, recognised by Sport NI, and are profoundly aware of our responsibility to offer guidance and training to yoga professionals: upholding the best practice and the highest standards in all aspects of yoga teaching.
As the Yoga Fellowship approaches its 50th anniversary, we extend the warmest invitation for you to be part of our next chapter. Whether you're new to yoga or a lifelong practitioner, you're welcome here.
Join us and become part of the continuing story of yoga in Northern Ireland.
We are members of the British Wheel of Yoga and NICVA (Northern Ireland Council for Voluntary Action) and have strong ties with Yoga Therapy Ireland.
"When you close your eyes,
Attention turns toward the inner glow.
The heart sees by its own light,
Pulsing with subtle flame.
In your forehead is a single eye.
Here, streams of living electricity flow together.
The body of substance and the body of light fuse into one.
Above your head, a star is shining--
The soul, luminous in its own realm."
Source: Verse 14 of "The Radiance Sutras," a contemporary interpretation of the ancient yogic text "Vijnana Bhairava Tantra" by Dr. Lorin Roche. This verse poetically describes the inward journey of meditation, emphasizing the inner illumination perceived when one turns attention inward.
