Trauma-Informed Yoga and Nervous System Support in Nottingham: A New Weekly Class for Women

If you are looking for trauma-informed yoga in Nottingham, a gentle therapeutic yoga and somatic movement class, or a safe space to reconnect with your body and nervous system, our new weekly women's class may be for you.

At How We Heal CIC, we provide trauma-informed yoga and body-led wellbeing support for women across Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands. Our approach recognises the profound impact that stress, trauma and difficult life experiences can have on both the mind and body.

We are delighted to be launching a donation-basis new weekly class for June and July 2026:

Therapeutic Yoga to Support the Nervous System

This women-only class combines trauma-informed yoga, somatic movement and breathwork to help support nervous system regulation, reduce stress and create opportunities for rest, connection and healing.

Why Choose Trauma-Informed Yoga in Nottingham?

Trauma-informed yoga is different from a traditional yoga class. Rather than focusing on performance, flexibility or achieving particular postures, trauma-informed yoga prioritises safety, choice, body awareness and self-compassion. Research increasingly shows that trauma is not only something we think about—it is something the body experiences and remembers. Many people living with the effects of trauma, anxiety, chronic stress or burnout find themselves stuck in patterns of tension, hypervigilance, overwhelm or exhaustion.

Trauma-informed yoga offers gentle practices that can help individuals reconnect with their bodies, develop greater awareness of their nervous system and build a sense of safety from within.

Supporting Nervous System Regulation

Our nervous system plays a vital role in how we experience the world.

When we feel safe and supported, we are better able to connect with others, think clearly and respond flexibly to life's challenges. However, prolonged stress, trauma and adverse experiences can leave the nervous system in a state of survival.

Many women attending our classes describe experiencing:

• Anxiety and overwhelm

• Difficulty switching off

• Persistent stress

• Fatigue and burnout

• Feeling disconnected from their bodies

• Challenges with relaxation and rest

Through gentle therapeutic yoga, somatic practices and breathwork, participants are invited to explore ways of supporting nervous system regulation and creating moments of calm within the body.

Trauma Recovery Support in Nottingham

How We Heal CIC is a Nottingham-based community organisation specialising in body-led trauma recovery and wellbeing. We provide trauma-informed support for women, including survivors of domestic abuse, women living with the effects of trauma, and those seeking a more compassionate approach to wellbeing.

Our work is rooted in the understanding that healing is not about fixing ourselves. It is about creating the conditions for safety, connection, resilience and self-understanding to emerge.

What to Expect

Each weekly class includes a blend of:

• Trauma-informed therapeutic yoga

• Somatic movement

• Nervous system regulation practices

• Breathwork

• Restorative practices

• Opportunities for reflection and self-awareness

No previous yoga experience is required. You do not need to be flexible, fit or experienced. This is not about how the shape looks on your body, but only about how it feels.

Everything is offered as an invitation, with options available to support different needs and abilities.

A Safe and Welcoming Space for Women

Our classes are designed to be welcoming, accessible and supportive.

Whether you are seeking trauma-informed support in Nottingham, looking for ways to manage stress and anxiety, or simply wanting to reconnect with yourself in a gentle and compassionate environment, you are warmly welcome.

Join Our Weekly Class

Therapeutic Yoga to Support the Nervous System takes place weekly, Mondays, 1.30pm-2.45pm at The Natural Wellness Centre, at Soul Chai, Derby Road, Nottingham, NG1 5FB throughout June and July.

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All equipment is provided. You don't need to wear anything special, just something you feel comfy in and allows you to move freely.

The class is donation basis with a suggested donation: £5–£10. However, we never want cost to be a barrier to accessing support. If finances are difficult, you are still welcome. We are committed to making trauma-informed yoga in Nottingham accessible.

To learn more about How We Heal CIC and our trauma-informed yoga and trauma recovery programmes in Nottingham, contact us directly.

Together, we are creating spaces where healing, connection and wellbeing can flourish.