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Lou Bedford Yoga
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About Myself
About Myself
Lou Bedford Yoga Brings open and inclusive Hatha and Aerial Yoga classes to Hampshire.
Specialising in: Beginners, Children, Disabilities & Special Needs.
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Website www.loubedfordyoga.co.uk
About Myself
About Myself
About Myself
I’m Lou Bedford,
Yoga instructor and fully qualified Primary School Teacher, I have 3 children aged 12, 15 and 19, (one of whom is on the autistic spectrum.), which while being very rewarding can be challenging as I’m sure the rest of you parents out there understand.
I have always been very keen on being fit and active but found walking
I’m Lou Bedford,
Yoga instructor and fully qualified Primary School Teacher, I have 3 children aged 12, 15 and 19, (one of whom is on the autistic spectrum.), which while being very rewarding can be challenging as I’m sure the rest of you parents out there understand.
I have always been very keen on being fit and active but found walking into the gym quite intimidating, seemingly surrounded by perfectly sculpted bodies performing high-intensity workouts with flawless ease. I also received a diagnosis of seronegative arthritis a few years ago which ruled out some of the more high impact exercises and made me re-assess my exercise regime.
Through my own experience and those of a lot of my family and friends I have found Yoga the perfect method for keeping me fit, active and flexible, and the concentration it brings is the perfect de-stress for a hectic lifestyle
I have been practicing Yoga for 12 years and teaching for 7.
Main Focus
Main Focus
Main Focus
My main focus is Hatha Yoga, Hatha is derived from Sanskrit and is generally believed to have two meanings; Ha means Sun and Tha means Moon. This interpretation of the word emphasizes the balance that is the cornerstone of Yogic practice, a balance and harmony between what sometimes seem like opposite forces within us, the balance and un
My main focus is Hatha Yoga, Hatha is derived from Sanskrit and is generally believed to have two meanings; Ha means Sun and Tha means Moon. This interpretation of the word emphasizes the balance that is the cornerstone of Yogic practice, a balance and harmony between what sometimes seem like opposite forces within us, the balance and unity of body and mind. The other definition of Hatha is “forceful” or “strong”, but don’t be misled by this interpretation, this refers more to the power of transformation that can be achieved through the practice of Hatha Yoga than the strength needed to practice.
My yoga classes focus on gentle movement and on the form of the pose to improve flexibility, posture and just as importantly concentrate the mind. This allows you build both body and mind together, helping you de-stress and build fitness.
Through my own life experiences and working life, I have developed a specialism in teaching yoga to beginners and those with disabilities and special needs. Our world is now moving at a very rapid pace, taking time to listen to your body is an important skill and can help well-being for both the body and mind.
My Studio
Main Focus
Main Focus
Seeing the benefits of this with the clients I worked on and my own practice with back care and the benefits for those with special educational needs and there grew my interest. I have a purpose-built studio set to take up to 4 clients. I can work on a 1-1 basis or with mini groups in this area.
Basingstoke Up And Running Sports Shop
About
What the shop can Offer
What the shop can Offer
Meet the manager
I’m Nicola and have been at the Basingstoke shop since it opened in 2017. We can tell you about local races, local running and give you the best advice when you need a new pair of running shoes. When I’m not working, I’m usually out and about getting active with my family or running up and down St Catherine’s Hill in Winchester taking in the spectacular views.
What the shop can Offer
What the shop can Offer
What the shop can Offer
Free gait analysis There is nothing quite like getting a gait analysis in-store. The latest software, years of experience and the ability to try on multiple shoes make our gait analysis one of a kind! This service is completely free and you don't need to make an appointment. Just head into your local running shop and the team will be happy to help.
Carefully selected products Our local running store is packed full of top running brands like ASICS, Brooks Running, New Balance and Saucony. Plus we have a great range of nutrition and running accessories from Aftershokz and Garmin, plus many more all available right on the high street.
Contact Details
What the shop can Offer
Contact Details
Up And Running Basingstoke
26 Winchester St,
Basingstoke
RG21 7DZ
Telephone: 01256 476606
Website: www.upandrunning.co.uk/pages/up-running-basingstoke
Email: basingstoke@upandrunning.co.uk
Facebook Up And Running Basingstoke
Opening Times
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Monday - Saturday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Run With Us:
Run With Us:
Welcome to the Social Run Group!
Our running group is a weekly, free 5K run starting from most of our Up & Running stores. Like a local running club, our SRG has a great sense of community and we are a fun, friendly and inclusive running group near you. So no matter if you are a beginner runner or you've been running for a while,, we encourage you to sign up, come along and join in the fun! Our runs always have a run leader and a back runner, so everyone runs together. All runs are at a steady pace that is suitable for runners of all abilities, making it the perfect to start running. Our aim is to run together and help build new runners build confidence and a sense of community!
How to register?
We have a new sign up procedure for SRG so it's important that all runners register, even if you've run with us before.
What do you get from running together? There are a lot of benefits with joining our social running group, including a FREE t-shirt after your first 5 runs with us. Yes, run with us 5 times and you will have earned your FREE SRG t-shirt!
Local Running Clubs Near Basingstoke
Hatch Warren Running Club
A friendly community running club that caters for all abilities. If you can already run 3 miles without stopping, come and try us out on a club night meeting at the Portsmouth Arms Pub in Hatch Warren and the Co-op in Beggarwood on Monday and Wednesday evenings. This club was set up to be inclusive and very commun
Hatch Warren Running Club
A friendly community running club that caters for all abilities. If you can already run 3 miles without stopping, come and try us out on a club night meeting at the Portsmouth Arms Pub in Hatch Warren and the Co-op in Beggarwood on Monday and Wednesday evenings. This club was set up to be inclusive and very community focused, we have a great bunch of people who really look out for and encourage others at all abilities.
We have two main club nights which start at the Portsmouth Arms Pub (where we have permission to park) and from the Co-op in Beggarwood. We meet at 7.15pm on Mondays and Wednesdays for warm up and organisation of run leaders. Each evening we run a number of differing distances at different paces. Various runs will be offered depending on the availability of run leaders and may include trails, road runs and track sessions.
Website:- www.hrrunners.co.uk
Email:- enquiries@hwrunners.co.uk
Facebook:- Hatch Warren Runners
Basingstoke And Mid Hants Athletics Club
The Club has a number of Athletes competing at international level which demonstrates the quality of the Coaching and the support offered by the Club. Coaching, individual and group is offered to all club members. A network of coaches and interested parties provide coaching and instruction at all club training nights. The majority of coaches are BAF qualified.
Training:
If you want to join us for a training session please contact us using the relevant email addresses below. Due to the increased interest in the sport and club, please email the relevant person to discuss your interest area and to arrange a time to visit the track (Tuesdays or Thursday evenings at 6:30pm).
Road Runners/XC:
Training takes place each Tuesday and Thursday evening starting at 6:30pm prompt at Down Grange Sports Ground. All sessions are supervised by our team of coaches and are for runners of all standards, not just the elite!
:Emails:
Membership Enquiries: membsecretary@bmhac.co.uk
Under 11s (School years 3-5) : under11s@bmhac.co.uk
Juniors (school years 6 upwards): juniors@bmhac.co.uk
Road /Trail Runners: rrsection@bmhac.co.uk
Coaching Enquiries: coaching@bmhac.co.uk
Officiating: offsec@bmhac.co.uk
General Secretary: gensecretary@bmhac.co.uk
Club HQ & Address; Down Grange Sports Complex, Basingstoke, RG22 5SM
Website www.bmhac.co.uk
Local Running Clubs Near Basingstoke
Chineham Park Running Club (CPRC).
CPRC is a friendly and supportive group of people who are interested in improving their running and general fitness. The club welcomes new members of all abilities. It is a great way to socialise, train, and improve your overall fitness.
Club Sessions "Wednesday Club Night" Our main club night is e
Chineham Park Running Club (CPRC).
CPRC is a friendly and supportive group of people who are interested in improving their running and general fitness. The club welcomes new members of all abilities. It is a great way to socialise, train, and improve your overall fitness.
Club Sessions "Wednesday Club Night" Our main club night is every Wednesday meeting at 7pm outside Fitness First Gym in Chineham Business Park during the winter months; and at a range of Basingstoke venues during the summer months.
Easy/ Recovery Mondays" Our Monday night sessions are held by members of the coaching team who have the Leadership in Running Fitness certification and basic health and safety certification. These sessions are designed to be a recovery session from longer runs or events at the weekend. The sessions start from a variety of places around Basingstoke.
Sunday Long Run" The Sunday long run is usually a 10 mile run organised by one of our run leaders. Members use these as standalone training sessions or part of longer training runs.
Events Members of the club regularly take part in local and national road and x-country events including Basingstoke Parkrun, 10km, 10mile, half Marathon, Full and Ultra-Marathon distances.
Email Contact General enquiries: enquiries@chinehamparkrunningclub.com
Membership enquiries: membership@chinehamparkrunningclub.com
Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendsofchinehamparkrunningclub/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/chinehamrunners
Website www.chinehamparkrunningclub.com
Sherfield Park Runners
(SPR) is a fun and friendly running club for people on Sherfield Park and the surrounding areas who either run regularly, have just started to run.
Secretary, Mark Burrell, 72 Rockbourne Road, Sherfield-On-Loddon, Hook, Hants, RG27 0SR
E-mailmarkaburrell@hotmail.com
Tadley Runners
We meet at the Hurst Leisure Centre on a Monday and Wednesday evening. Runs are usually 5 to 8 miles, but occassionally longer. In the summer we like a bit of off road running to make the most of the countryside around us, but there are usually groups who stick to road running also.
We cater for runners of all abilities, but ask you are willing to run 5 miles with us.
We meet at 7pm prompt at the Hurst Leisure Centre. Routes are decided usually on the evening.
We meet at; Hurst Leisure Centre, Brimpton Rd, Baughurst, Tadley RG26 5NL
Website: www.tadleyrunners.co.uk
E-mail : enquiries@tadleyrunners.co.uk
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Local Running Clubs Near Basingstoke
Fleet And Crookham A/C
We welcome new members interested in all running and other athletic disciplines, of all standards, from fun runner to county level. We welcome all new members. You just need to be interested in any aspect of the sport. This may mean you want to run a few miles (or just a few hundred metres) with a group of like-mind
Fleet And Crookham A/C
We welcome new members interested in all running and other athletic disciplines, of all standards, from fun runner to county level. We welcome all new members. You just need to be interested in any aspect of the sport. This may mean you want to run a few miles (or just a few hundred metres) with a group of like-minded people. You may have taken part in athletics or cross-country at school or in years gone by and wish to recapture that feeling of fitness.
We accept new members from the age of 8 for our Junior Section and provide coaching three times a week all year round. Adults are welcomed to all of our sessions (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings and Sunday morning)
Club nights are:
JUNIORS
Tuesday (winter) 6.45pm at Elvetham Heath Scout Hall (summer) 6.45pm at Peter Driver Sports Field
Wednesday 6.45pm at Aldershot Military Stadium
Thursday 6.45pm at Peter Driver Sports Field
SENIORS
Tuesday 7pm at the Peter Driver sports field
Wednesday 7pm at Aldershot Military Stadium
Thursday 7pm at the Peter Driver sports field Sunday 8.30am at Peter Driver sports field Club
Administration Address:- PO Box 1, Fleet, Hants, GU52 8GU
Website: www.fleetandcrookhamac.club
Club Secretary Penny Abbot: enquiries@fleetandcrookhamac.club
Facebook: Fleet And Crookham AC
Hook Runners are dedicated to promoting, encouraging and sharing the pleasure and benefits of running within the community of Hook.
We set training plans and incorporate them into our sessions, which include tempo runs, reps and hills.
These sessions are designed to be inclusive of runners of all abilities – run at your own pace towards your own goals.
Sessions will last approximately 45 minutes including a warm up and cool down with stretches. These sessions meet at Hook Community Centre, Ravenscroft, except on the first Thursday of each month when we hold a Handicap session which starts at the Raven.
Monday 6.45pm , Tuesday 8.45am , Wednesday 8.00pm, Thursday 7.00pm
Website: www.hookrunners.com
Membership: membership@hookrunners.com
Facebook: Hook Runners
Local Running Clubs Near Basingstoke
Overton Harriers A/C
Based in Overton, Hampshire we are a small, but competitive running club. With thriving ladies’, men’s and juniors’ teams, we welcome runners of all abilities. From novice to experienced everyone is welcome, and of all ages – our members range from under 8s to over 80s!
The club meets at the Overton Recreational Centre
Overton Harriers A/C
Based in Overton, Hampshire we are a small, but competitive running club. With thriving ladies’, men’s and juniors’ teams, we welcome runners of all abilities. From novice to experienced everyone is welcome, and of all ages – our members range from under 8s to over 80s!
The club meets at the Overton Recreational Centre (ORC) for all Monday, Thursday and Sunday training sessions, its address is – The Pavilion, Bridge Street, Overton, Hampshire, RG25 3HD. There are changing rooms and showers on site, with parking also available via Church road.
All new members are welcome to come and train with us free of charge for a few sessions to see if you enjoy running with us, if you do want to join then its only £10 every three months by standing order for a senior, or a family membership is £20 every three months by standing order. Junior fees are £20 for a year (September – August).
As a member of the Harriers you also need to join the Overton Recreation Centre (ORC), as we use their facilities. The form membership form is attached below and needs to be completed and returned along with your Harriers membership form.
Website www.overtonharriers.org.uk
Facebook Overton Harriers A/C
Local Cycling Clubs Near Basingstoke
Hatch Warren And Beggerwood Cycling Club
We are a community cycling club based in the Hatch Warren and Beggarwood area of Basingstoke.
The clubs moto is "Come Ride With Us" and our hope is that you do, we are working to be as inclusive as possible and encourage you to join in.
We offer different rides for different abilities, so whether
Hatch Warren And Beggerwood Cycling Club
We are a community cycling club based in the Hatch Warren and Beggarwood area of Basingstoke.
The clubs moto is "Come Ride With Us" and our hope is that you do, we are working to be as inclusive as possible and encourage you to join in.
We offer different rides for different abilities, so whether you are a total beginner or a seasoned rider, you are welcome to join us.
We ride every week, starting from Cafe in the Park, Beggarwood Community Centre, Broadmere Lane in Beggarwood.
We ride every week on either a Saturday or Sunday and in the Summer we also ride on Tuesday evenings.
The rides we currently offer are 40 Miles at 17 Miles per Hour, 30 Miles at 13 & 15 Miles per Hour 20 Miles at 13 Miles per Hour Weekly, Wednesday Social ride at a relaxed pace
Website: www.hwbcc.org
E-mail: info@hwbcc.org
Facebook: Hatch Warren And Beggerwood Cycling Club
North Hampshire Road Club
Is a well-established cycling club with a friendly atmosphere based around the Basingstoke and Tadley areas.
With a large active membership of all ages and abilities, the club promotes events and activities that can be enjoyed by anyone that rides a bike.
If you are new to cycling or you wish to progress to the next level, then you have come to the right club.
We have something for all riders whether you wish to join one of the weekly club runs or like the thought of getting down and dirty with cyclo-cross.
The club has a long-standing time-trial and road-race scene.
Website: www.nhrc.co.uk
E-mail: club.news@nhrc.co.uk
The Oakley Pedalers are a Road Cycling Club, based in Oakley, Hampshire near Basingstoke. Founded in 2007,
The Oakley Pedalers offers weekly club rides with a friendly club culture and ethos. We are a social crowd of mixed ability road cyclists that enjoy riding in a group, and equally enjoy the various great coffee stops en-route.
If you are interested in cycling and have a reasonable level of fitness then why not join us for one of our regular Saturday or Sunday morning club rides.
Weather permitting, The Oakley Pedalers meet up each weekend at 9am for their cycle rides at: The School Lay-by, Oakley Lane Oakley, Hampshire RG23 7JZ
Contact Details Via Website
Website: www.oakleypedalers.org.uk
Basingstoke Triathlon Club
Basingstoke’s local community of triathletes, supporting and providing training opportunities for all interested in triathlon from complete novices to those taking on Ironman.
Basingstoke Tri Squad aims to provide group training sessions which will appeal to most members regardless of your personal goals and level. For example our turbo sessions are structured so that everyone gets a maximum workout but no-one is left behind!
Website: www.basingstoketrisquad.co.uk
E-mail: enquiries@basingstoketrisquad.co.u
Other Running Clubs In Hampshire
Running Clubs Information
Aldershot, Farnham & District A/C.
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (18.30-20.30)
Alton Runners.
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (18.45) Sunday (09.30) www.altonrunners.co.uk
Andover A/C.
Training Nights Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (18.00-20.00) www.andoverathleticsclub.com
City Of Portsmouth A/C
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (18.00-20.00)
Denmead Striders
Training Nights Mondays (18.30) Wednesdays (19.00)
Eastleigh Running Club
Training Nights Monday & Thursday (19.00)
www.eastleighrunningclub.co.uk
Hardley Runnings
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (18.30) Saturday & Sunday (08.30) Tuesday-Beginners (09.15)
Havant A/C
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (18.00)
Hedge End Running Club
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (19.00) Sundays (09.00)
Liss Runners
Training Nights Wednesday & Thursday (19.00) Sundays (09.30)
Running Clubs Information
Lordshill Road Runners
Training Nights Monday & Thursday (18.20) Wednesdays (18.50)
Portsmouth Joggers Club
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (18.45) Saturdays (09.00)
Ryde Harriers
Training Nights Tuesdays (19.30)
Solent Running Sisters
Mondays (18.30 & 19.00) Tuesday & Wednesday (19.00)
Southampton A/C
Training Nights (See Website)
www.southamptonathleticclub.org.uk
Stubbington Green Runners
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (19.00)
www.stubbingtongreenrunners.net
Totton Running Club
Training Nights Monday & Wednesday (19.00) Fridays (19.00)
Sundays (09.00)
Victory A/C
Training Nights Tuesdays (18.30) Thursdays (18.00)
Winchester & District A/C
Training Nights Wednesdays (18.50) Saturdays (08.00)
Tuesday & Thursday (17.30 Under 11's) (19.00 Older Members)
Running Clubs Information
Blackwater Valley Runners
Training Nights Mondays (19.30) Wednesdays (18.55) (See Website For More Details
Chandler's Ford Swifts
Training Nights Tuesdays (See Website) Wednesdays (See Website) Fridays (19.30)
www.chandlersfordswifts.wixsite.com
Clanfield Joggers
Training Nights Wednesdays (18.30) Fridays (09.30) Sundays (09.30)
Cove Joggers
Training Nights Tuesdays (Summer 18.30) (Winter 18.00) Thursdays (18.00 & 18.30) Sundays (09.00)
Fareham Running Club
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (19.00)
Gosport Road Runners
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (19.00)
Halterworth Harriers
Training Nights Tuesdays (18.15) Friday & Sundays (See Website)
www.halterworthharriers.org.uk
Hart Road Runners
Training Nights Monday (19.30) Tuesday (19.00) Saturday (09.00)
Haslemere Boarder A/C
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursday (19.00)
Running Clubs Information
Hook Runners
Training Nights (See Website)
Itchen Spitfires Running Club
Training Nights Monday, Tuesday & Fridays (18.45)
Netley Abby Runners
Training Nights Tuesday (19.15) Wednesday & Thursdays (See Website)
New Forest Runners
Training Nights Tuesday & Thursdays (See Website) Sundays (09.00)
Romsey Road Runners
Training Nights (See Website-Training Schedules)
Wessex Road Runners
Training Nights Mondays (19.30)