regular group classes

  • Experience a unique blend of breath work,mindfulness,and mobility methods that open your body and calm your mind. All levels welcome.

    MONDAYS

    6 - 7 pm

    Booking essential

  • Holistic and eclectic practices with strong focus on breathing and mindful somatic movement. A gentle and inclusive experience of deep connection to yourself and the elements, profound relaxation, and of expansion in breath, body, heart & mind. All bodies welcome.

    TUESDAYS

    10 - 11 am

    During winter 2025 these classes will be delivered ONLINE. For Zoom link simply contact Alex via the contact link.

    Booking essential

  • Exploring yoga, mantra, meditation and more to connect with the divine feminine within.

    WEDNESDAYS

    6 - 7.15pm

    Booking essential

  • A gentle, flowing exploration of movement, breath & mind. An inclusive and welcoming space to experience an entirely holistic approach to Yoga.

    THURSDAYS

    10 - 11am

    Booking is essential

  • Classes are a fluid flowing style of yoga to cultivate balance, strength, mobility and flexibility whilst allowing plenty of space to connect to your own energy, rhythm and breath. The perfect blend of embodied movement and breath, effort and ease, to leave you feeling energised and at peace.

    SATURDAYS
    10.45 - 11.45 am

“Step into the fullness of your being. Every moment is an opportunity to move from scattered to whole, isolated to unified, absent to fully present. Embrace the journey inward and discover the harmony that lies within.”
— Anandji, India 2020.

bespoke private experiences

with alex giffoni

breath • movement • flow • relaxation • healing

Experience a private yoga session for yourself or for your group in the serene and welcoming The Yoga Barn, in Hele.

Our purpose-built, newly-renovated studio is only a 3-minute walk to the beach, to Hillsborough Nature Reserve and to the South West Coast Path.

We provide mats, blankets and all props for your practise here with us, so you only need to bring yourself.

In this sacred space, we invite you to explore the opportunity to meet yourself again, in this moment, just as you are.

All our offerings, without exception, are rooted in the same simplicity and innocence of the first yoga practice ever attended, first meditation ever experienced, and always, always from the heart.

yoga therapy

Yoga therapy is the dedicated and particular use of yoga practices for the treatment of specific mental, emotional and physical ailments.” ~ Heather Mason

In our yoga therapy sessions you will experience the healing power of yoga. We make use of this vast and ancient technology to bring mind, body and spirit back to a more balanced state of health and to promote a noticeable sense of holistic wellbeing.

Some of the common conditions that can greatly benefit from yoga therapy include: anxiety and depression; poor posture; high blood pressure; insomnia; chronic back pain; hypothyroidism etc.

No experience in yoga is required to take part in yoga therapy and each session is carefully curated to your individual needs.

Our yoga therapy sessions are usually one hour long and are offered in our serene studio in Hele. It is also possible to arrange home visits within the North Devon area.

chair yoga

“May you receive the medicine you need.” ~ Dr. Rosales Meza

Chair yoga is a great way for older adults to receive personal and attentive care, working body, mind and spirit in a very safe and supportive way, sitting on a chair.

Staying seated while doing yoga means that you can receive the benefits of this ancient practice while respecting your body and individual abilities.

The benefits of chair yoga include reducing chronic pain, decreasing stress, and improving mobility and circulation.

It also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance.

The Yoga Barn is a very warm and comfortable studio space with parking and wheel-chair access. 

“this is my gift.
it comes from the heart.
and it is good. ”
— jamie sams

kind words

  • A wonderful, extremely welcoming and utterly relaxing space, and Alex is a truly amazing, talented, kind and compassionate teacher. I feel very grateful to have found my way to The Yoga Barn and to be able to join in on the various soul-feeding yoga, meditation and reiki experiences Alex offers. ~ Christel

  • The Meditation and Reiki healing circle was such a very precious experience, a feeling of being held and kept warm. Thank you so much for making it happen. I had a lovely sleep, just had a quick dip, and look forward to my day with still a lovely and peaceful glow. ~ June

  • We LOVED our yoga & massages with Alex. Thank you so much for the special care you gave. We’ve had a great trip, & you’ve helped make it so. ~ Ailsa and friends

  • Alex’s calm, measured, structured sessions, the music, the readings, the underfloor heating, the smell, the tea all these contribute to the tranquil ambience at The Yoga Barn. To be with Alex in The Yoga Barn is comforting to the soul and stimulating for the body. ~ Polly

  • Just wanted to say how grateful I am for my Reiki session yesterday. I slept for three hours in the afternoon…deep deep sleep. I woke this morning feeling alive in a way I haven’t for a long time. My legs feel like I have done a long ballet class, but it’s not an unpleasant feeling. I have no idea what is going on, nor do I need to know, I shall just go with it. Be blessed. Hugs, Ruth

  • I’m honestly so blown away with my experience on Saturday, so much thanks to you. I don’t honestly think I’ve settled into a group experience like that so deeply before. I went everywhere and through so much and it was deeply healing. I adore doing these with you and will be back! So much love. – J.B.