New Beginnings

Practices to welcome the New Year and connect deeply with your hearts-desire

“The secret to living the life of your dreams is to start living the life of your dreams today, in every little way you possibly can.” ~ Mike Dooley


The New Year is traditionally a time to consider the parts of ourselves or our life that we’d like to change or rearrange. Resolutions often spring from the misguided desires of the ego, senses, and conditioning. They almost always fail because they start from the assumption that who you are is not good enough and reinforce the mistaken belief that your happiness depends on acquiring what you want.

Yoga offers a refreshing alternative to the New Year’s resolution that starts from the radical idea that you already are who you need to be to fulfil your life’s dreams and to allow your uniqueness to shine through.  It also gives you the ability to be with difficulty and to release expectations that everything needs to be perfect or fairy-tale like for life to be enjoyed.

This ‘New Beginnings’ Programme will take you on a journey so that you can connect deeply with your hearts-desire and learn how to incorporate intention or ‘sankalpa’ into everyday life. It will teach you techniques that you can use on and off the mat so that living with purpose, being happy and fulfilled become part of who you are.

There are five main steps that we will explore indepth; Surrender, Inquire, Commit, Persevere and Envision. You can read more about each one below.


This course is for you if:

  • you feel like life moves at a relentless pace,
  • you often get stuck in spiralling negative thought patterns,
  • you sense life has more to offer you and vice versa,
  • you'd like to reach your full potential and feel fulfilled and happy on a regular basis,
  • you'd like to create or maintain a strong healthy body and mind,
  • you'd like to create space and time for your own well-being,
  • you’d like to re-learn how to slow down and connect to your inner wisdom.


Although fully practical and lived on the mat through yoga and mindfulness techniques, theory will be weaved in alongside our practices so that you can begin to take what you learn off the mat and into everyday life – I have found this is where real change happens.

This course starts on Monday 9 January 2023 and you have the choice of joining our membership or purchasing this one-off course. 1 Live class per week is included in this option and access to all recordings for an additional week following the ending of the course. 

There will be a strong, physical, alignment-based approach to the dynamic flow classes and an insightful, meditated quality to the gentler, slower paced classes. 

With 7 classes to choose from, in 5 different styles throughout the week you’ll be spoiled for choice! See the full timetable of classes HERE.

'A unique approach to yoga'

by Liz Hobman

“Louise has a very unique approach to teaching yoga, drawing learning from nature, neuroscience and nourishing spiritual teachings! I love the variety in her programmes, which combine mindfulness practices, movement and postures, readings and poetry, with wisdom and warmth. I am learning so much about how the mind, body and spirit can work together to cultivate compassion, strength and resilience for ourselves and those around us. I always feel calm and uplifted after a class. Informative, insightful and inspiring - thank you Lou!”

Dates and Themes for each week:

  • Week 1 w/c 4 Jan – Surrender

    An introduction to the programme and an opportunity to become aware of our hearts-desire or Sankalpa in Sanskrit, and begin to create our 'bigger-than-self' goals. In order to do this, learning to surrender is essential.

  • Week 2 w/c 9 Jan – Inquire

    This week we'll inquire deeply into our hearts-desire to understand what is beneath these desires and how we can grow our intention for a purposeful, fulfilled and happy life.

  • Week 3 w/c 16 Jan – Commit

    Commiting to showing up for yourself and your hearts-desire everyday isn't easy. It takes discipline, encouragement and remembering why it's important. This week we'll explore the neuroscience around this and habit-building techniques.

  • Week 4 w/c 23 Jan - Persevere

    This week we'll uncover the behaviours that create roadblocks to realising our full potential. These 'Vikalpas' often stem from old fear-based patterns and becoming aware of them can loosen their power so that we can honour our hearts-desire.

  • Week 5 w/c 30 Jan – Envision

    Visualising your 'future-self' can give you strength to propel forward. Psychologists call this 'encoding prospective memories' and can be a powerful way to believe your goal is a 'fait accompli'.

'Classes are a life-line'

by Cathy Washbrooke

"Louise’s classes are a life-line! I find myself being able to calm my anxiety, find a new purpose and most importantly accept where we are as a country and continue my daily life. Louise is a very warm, nurturing and knowledgeable teacher. She also integrates elements of mindfulness through various readings, poetry and insights to deepen the practice and allow deep rest to take place. I always feel lifted, yet grounded after each of Louise’s yoga sessions."

What you can expect from this course:

  • A unique opportunity to pause, reflect and bring healing to your inner and outer worlds

  • Learn tools to reduce stress levels on and off the mat

  • Promote quality sleep through reminding your body how to slow down and relax

  • Receive expert guidance from a senior yoga teacher

  • A variety of insightful, interesting and varied classes that build on a new theme each week

  • Become part of a like-minded caring yoga community

'Louise is so kind and caring'

by Emma Scinaldi

"I started as a complete beginner and was worried I would not be able to follow the moves, but Louise is so kind and caring, plus really knows her stuff so is able to give very clear, supportive guidance. There is never any pressure as Louise always offers alternatives. With care and kindness she has encouraged me to really develop my practice. I always feel really energised after a session with Louise but I am also starting to notice a higher level of peace and tranquility in my day to day life. I feel strong and calm at the same time!"

Your Teacher

'Yoga gives us peace and clarity in order to see the beauty and wonder that is all around us'

Louise Neicho

Having spent the first 20 years of my professional life working in and with Nature I feel a deep connection to the natural world that has promoted numerous benefits in my life. Combining this with a love and appreciation of yoga and mindfulness that spans over two decades has enabled me to share practices that help us connect more deeply with Nature and ourselves. I have completed over 1000hrs of yoga and mindfulness teacher training and in 2023 I received a distinction for my master's degree in Mindfulness where my thesis focused on the wellbeing benefits of connecting with Nature. I can honestly say that yoga and Nature has saved my life on more than one occasion, and I don’t think I would be the person I am today if it wasn’t for my practice. To bring all of this together is simply a dream come true and I hope you will join me and our like-minded community soon.

'Louise’s passion for yoga is infectious'

by Sonia Battaini

“Lou's passion for yoga is infectious and her knowledge is incredibly vast. I have been doing yoga for a long time but I am always amazed at the fact that I am still learning something new with Louise’s very detailed explanations. The classes have helped me staying in the moment and achieving calmness within”

Your Questions Answered

  • How is this different to other yoga classes?

    This course is designed to take you gently and slowly into the deeper layers of the mind, each week building on your understanding of yoga and the tools and techniques that you can use on and off your mat. The difference to regular yoga classes is that we focus on one particular theme, as well as a physical focus in the body each week. You get to explore this theme for a whole week on and off the mat, building your awareness and focus.

  • Which class should I choose?

    There are 5 different styles to choose from each week and how you choose will depend on whether you have practiced yoga before or not and what you would like to gain from your practice. If you are new to yoga or haven’t practiced in a while, I would suggest starting with the Gentle & Restorative, Morning Meditation and Yin Yoga. If you are familiar with vinyasas then you’ll love the Flow & Reflect classes on Saturday mornings and if you’re looking for more stillness, deep physical stretches and meditation techniques then Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra will be for you.

  • What do I need to begin?

    You will need a yoga mat and comfortable clothing that you can easily move around in, PJ’s work well for this! For some of the classes you will need some props, but we have been experimenting with household pillows, cushions and blankets in place of traditional yoga props. I will let you know at the beginning of class what you need.

  • How does the membership work?

    As a member you are welcome to come to any of the classes on the timetable where we will explore these concepts and themes. All classes are recorded and uploaded to the Exclusive Members Area within 24 hours of taking place so if you miss your favourite class you can catch up at a time suit you. PLUS if you go on holiday, you can still access the live classes or recordings from anywhere in the world (as long as you have internet of course!)

  • How does the one-off course work?

    If you decide to invest in the one-off course instead of the membership, then you will have access to 1 in-person or live online class for the duration of the course. You will also have access to all recordings from the course for 3 months from the date of your purchase.

  • Other questions?

    If you have any other questions that are not answered here, then feel free to contact me on [email protected].

'Insightful, interesting, varied'

by Sarah Hall

"Louise's classes are always insightful, interesting and varied as she brings her knowledge and ongoing training and research into each one, combining useful 'off-the-mat' mindfulness tips with yoga poses appropriate to the unique theme for the week as well as catering for individual requirements where needed. They are packed with lots of good advice for day-to-day living as well as for practice on the yoga mat. Now that everything is online and recorded there is the added benefit of being able to participate in Louise's classes wherever you are in the world and the enormous library of recorded classes is a treasure trove of resource"

'Louise teaches from the heart'

by Amy Dodd

“Lou's classes have been a real anchor for me amongst all the uncertainty of the past year. I do like being able to log on to the website and do the recorded classes at any time. The classes cover a specific topic each term, and I’ve found that having a subject to focus on really enhances my yoga practice, off the mat as well as on it! Lou brings some wonderful insights into each class and you can tell she really teaches from the heart.”

Course Content

Classes are uploaded within 24 hours of taking place so you can practice anytime to suit you

  • 1

    Week 1 - Surrender

    • Mon AM, Sunrise Flow, Week 1 - Surrender

    • Mon AM, Meditation, Week 1 - Surrender

    • Mon PM, Yin Yoga, Week 1 - Surrender

    • Mon PM, Yoga Nidra, Week 1 - Surrender

    • Wed AM, Gentle & Restorative, Week 1 - Surrender

    • Wed PM, Yin Yoga, Week 1 - Surrender

    • Sat AM, Flow & Reflect, Week 1 - Surrender
  • 2

    Week 2 - Inquire

    • Mon AM, Sunrise Flow Week 2 - Inquire

    • Mon AM, Meditation, Week 2 - Inquire

    • Mon PM, Yin Yoga, Week 2 - Inquire

    • Mon PM, Yoga Nidra, Week 2 - Inquire

    • Wed AM, Gentle & Restorative, Week 2 - Inquire

    • Wed PM, Yin Yoga, Week 2 - Inquire

    • Sat AM, Flow & Reflect, Week 2 - Inquire
  • 3

    Week 3 - Commit

    • Mon AM, Sunrise Flow, Week 3 - Commit

    • Mon AM, Morning Meditation, Week 3 - Commit

    • Mon PM, Yin Yoga, Week 3 - Commit

    • Mon PM, Yoga Nidra, Week 3 - Commit

    • Wed AM, Gentle & Restorative, Week 3 - Commit

    • Wed PM, Yin Yoga, Week 3 - Commit

    • Sat AM, Flow & Reflect, Week 3 - Commit
  • 4

    Week 4 - Persevere

    • Mon AM, Sunrise Flow, Week 4 - Persevere

    • Mon AM, Morning Meditation, Week 4 - Persevere

    • Mon PM, Yin Yoga, Week 4 - Persevere

    • Mon PM, Yoga Nidra, Week 4 - Persevere

    • Wed AM, Gentle & Restorative, Week 4 - Persevere

    • Wed PM, Yin Yoga, Week 4 - Persevere

    • Sat AM, Flow & Reflect, Week 4 - Persevere
  • 5

    Week 5 - Envision

    • Mon AM, Sunrise Flow, Week 5 - Envision

    • Mon AM, Morning Meditation, Week 5 - Envision

    • Mon PM, Yin Yoga, Week 5 - Envision

    • Mon PM, Yoga Nidra, Week 5 - Envision

    • Wed AM, Gentle & Restorative, Week 5 - Envision

    • Wed PM, Yin Yoga, Week 5 - Envision

    • Sat AM, Flow & Reflect, Week 5 - Envision

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