welcome to

deeside wellbeing collective

A community-driven initiative dedicated to improving health, wellness, and mindfulness of children, young people and adults in the heart of Banchory, Aberdeenshire.

a little bit…

about us

Our social enterprise was founded by three passionate wellbeing practitioners — Laura Ross of Banchory Yoga, Vikki Cleal of Vikki Cleal Yoga & Sound, and Lynsey Birnie of X-Hail with Lyns (Meditation, Reiki & Holistic Therapies) — our collective is rooted in the belief that holistic wellness should be accessible to all.

our studio

Embracing wellness for all

As a not-for-profit organisation, our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive space where individuals of all backgrounds can come together to nurture their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Our studio, nestled in the heart of beautiful Deeside in Aberdeenshire, offers a welcoming environment for a variety of yoga, pilates, meditation, reiki and other wellbeing events with a host of different practitioners.

come and join us!

weekly class timetable

Please note that all weekly class bookings are taken via the individual practitioners’ booking sites, head over to their booking site to book your space or drop them a message.

MONDAY

09:30-10:30: Energising Vinyasa Flow with Vikki, Vikki Cleal Yoga


18:15-19:15: Mindful Monday Flow for Men & Women with Vikki, Vikki Cleal Yoga

19:45-21:00: Meditation Monday for Mind & Body, X-Hail with Lyns

TUESDAY

09:40 – 10:40 General Pilates led by Pelvic Health Specialist Physio, Heather Scott Physiotherapy & Pilates

11:00-12:00: Postnatal Pilates led by Pelvic Health Specialist Physio, Heather Scott Physiotherapy & Pilates



15:45-16:45: Teen Girls Yoga & Mindfulness Programme with Deeside Wellbeing Collective/Active Schools – FREE

19:45-20:45: Nourishing Flow with Laura, Banchory Yoga

WEDNESDAY

09:30-10:30: Wellness Flow with Laura, Banchory Yoga

11:00-11:50: Postnatal/Parent & Baby Yoga with Laura, Banchory Yoga


15:45-16:30: X-Hail Kids, with Lyns

17:00-18:00: Hatha Flow and Stretch for Wellbeing with Jayne

18:15-19:15: Yoga for Beginners with Jayne

19:45-20:45: Yin Yoga with Lisa, The Hilltop Yogi

thursday

09:30-17.30: Therapeutic Thursdays – Holistic Therapy, X-Hail with Lyns




18:00-19:00: Vin to Yin with Danielle

19:30-20:30: Nurturing Yoga for Women, Yay4Yoga

friday

09:30-11:00: Ashtanga Yoga with Holly


14:00-14:40: Preschool Yoga & Mindfulness Community Class with Deeside Wellbeing Collective (DONATION BASED) (See events for upcoming dates)

Saturday

Community Class with Deeside Wellbeing Collective (DONATION BASED) (See events for upcoming dates)


sunday

Community Class with Deeside Wellbeing Collective (DONATION BASED) (See events for upcoming dates)

upcoming workshops

monthly events

Join us for one-off wellness workshops, yoga retreats, and special events designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Stay tuned for our latest timetable and discover new ways to enhance your wellbeing!

May

Friday 2nd May (16:00-17:00)
Kids yoga, minfulness & crafts for ages 5-10 with Krystal of Divine Quine
Contact Krystal to book: divinequine@yahoo.com

Friday 2nd May (19:00-21:00)
Friday Facial Club with Jo Flett of Rewild Skincare
Fully booked – contact Jo for more info/future dates sales@rewildskincare.co.uk

Sunday 4th May (10:00-11:00)
Private Hire

Friday 9th May (14:00-15:00)
Breast Buddies Cancer Support Group – Joining this month’s session will be Katy Healy, Occupational Therapist specialising in scar therapy
Free / pay a donation
Contact Lyns to book: lyns.xhail@gmail.com

Friday 9th May (16:00-17:00)
Kids yoga, minfulness & crafts for ages 5-10 with Krystal of Divine Quine
Contact Krystal to book: divinequine@yahoo.com

Friday 9th May (19:00-21:00)
Alpha Alignment – Men’s Sharing Circle
For more info – see ‘alpha alignment aberdeen’ insta/facebook

Friday 16th May (19:00-20:00)
Deeside Wellbeing Collective, community hatha flow yoga with Jayne for mental health awareness week
donation based – free / pay what you can
CLICK TO BOOK

Saturday 17th May (19:30-20:45)
Mindful Art Workshop with Fatima
Fatima combines mindfulness practices (Pranayama & Meditation) with creative expression to promote self-awareness and emotional well-being through activities like doodles, drawing, painting, and writing.
You will have the opportunity to create 2-3 drawings in a sketch book which you can take home.
Contact Fatima to book: umbilini@gmail.com

Sunday 18th May (19:00-20:30)
Extended Restorative Yoga with Yay4Yoga, includes sweet treat to take home
Click to book

Friday 23rd May (19:00-20:00)
Yoga & Sound Bath with Vikki Cleal
Fully booked – Join waitlist

Saturday 24th May (09:00-12:30)
Annabel Hope – Shiatsu Sessions
To book, contact Annabel – annabelhopeshiatsu@gmail.com

June

Friday 6th (14:00-14:40)
Deeside Wellbeing Collective, Community Preschool Yoga with Laura (donation based)
CLICK TO BOOK

Friday 6th (19:00-21:00)
Friday Facial Club with Jo Flett of Rewild Skincare
Fully booked – contact Jo for more info, sales@rewildskincare.co.uk

Sunday 8th (10:00-11:30)
Sunday Sing for your Soul with Ali Mclean of This Spirit Sings and Singing Mamas
All women welcome, every voice welcome, especially non singers! Little ones welcome too. Gentle breath, movement and create sound together. Experiencing the power of connection through sharing our voices. And enjoy some tea and cake to finish. 
Contact Ali to book – Instagram (This Spirit Sings) or WhatsApp: 07773 193818

Saturday 14th (14:00-16:00)
Deeside Wellbeing Collective, Community Power Yoga & Vinyasas Workshop with Holly Edmonds
donation based – free / pay what you can
CLICK TO BOOK

Sunday 15th (15:00-17:00)
Kundalini activation with Sorcha Holistics
A guided sequence of kundalini kriyas (movements) and breathwork, kundalini activation, guided meditation and closing circle with light refreshments
Contact Claire at Sorcha Holistics to book: hello@sorchaholistics.co.uk

Friday 20th (19:00-21:00)
Private Hire

Sunday 29th (09:00-10:30)
Deeside Wellbeing Collective Summer Solstice Outdoor Yoga, Meditation & Sound Bath at Potarch Green (optional river dip afterwards)
Fully booked – JOIN WAITLIST

Sunday 29th (10:00-11:30)
Sacred Pause – Monthly Yoga Gathering for Inner Peace with Lisa Kellighan (The Hilltop Yogi) Yogic practices to move towards peace. Expect some gentle dynamic Hatha to loosen the body, followed by Yin Yoga for equanimity, finishing with pranayama and deep rest.
CLICK TO BOOK or email Lisa at yogalisa@hotmail.co.uk

Sunday 29th (15:00-18:00)
Peri/Menopause Yoga – Informative Workshop and Mini-Retreat, focussing on Sleep with Ali Sharp (Yay4Yoga)
CLICK TO BOOK

July

Coming Soon…watch this space!

Directors

Vikki Cleal

DWC Director and Founder of
Vikki Cleal Yoga & Sound

Laura Ross

DWC Director and Founder of
Banchory Yoga

Lynsey Birnie

DWC Director and Founder of
X-Hail with Lyns


Practitioners

We’re always welcoming new practitioners to join us!

Lisa Kellighan

Alison Sharp

Heather Scott

Danielle

Jayne Ratihby

Holly Edmonds

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studio rental

Whether you’re seeking a peaceful place to host a class, wellness workshop or one to one treatment, our versatile space is available to rent for a range of community-centred activities. Our flexible rental options cater to a wide range of needs, whether you’re looking to host a one-time event or establish a regular class schedule. Yoga mats, bolsters, blocks and other equipment will be available for all to use as a community wellbeing space.

a big thank you to our

funders and supporters

get in touch

We’d love to hear from you!

Address

11 Scott Skinner Square, Banchory, AB31 5SE

Email

deesidewellbeingcollective@gmail.com

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