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

11:00-12:00: Gentle 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



14:00 – 15:00: Refill Your Cup – Gentle restorative yoga with Ali from Yay4Yoga. Enjoy tea and a treat after

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)

16:00-17:00

Yoga, Mindfulness & Crafts for Kids ages 5-10 years with Krystal of Divine Quine (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!

march

SATURDAY 8TH (18:30-20:30)
ENABLED REST – EXTENDED RESTORATIVE YOGA FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY WITH YAY4YOGA.
LOVELY LONG, LINGERING “HOLDS”, FULLY SUPPORTED BY PROPS. INCLUDES TEA AND CAKE TO CLOSE.
CLICK TO BOOK

SUNDAY 16TH (10:00-11:15)
DEESIDE WELLBEING COLLECTIVE – COMMUNITY SUNDAY YIN YOGA WITH LISA.
DONATION BASED – FREE / PAY WHAT YOU CAN
CLICK TO BOOK

SUNDAY 16TH (15:00-17:30)
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 21ST (18:00-19:15)
DEBBIE LEE WOMEN’S CIRCLE
CLICK TO BOOK

FRIDAY 21ST & 28th (16:00-17:00)
KIDS YOGA, MINDFULNESS & CRAFTS FOR AGES 5 – 10 WITH KRYSTAL OF DIVINE QUINE
CONTACT KRYSTAL TO BOOK – DIVINE.QUINE@YAHOO.COM

SUNDAY 23RD (09:30-12:30)
DEESIDE WELLBEING COLLECTIVE – SPRING EQUINOX HALF DAY RETREAT
YOGA, GUIDED MEDITATION & JOURNALING FOLLOWED BY PRIVATE DINING BRUNCH AT LIBERTY KITCHEN.
NOW FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

FRIDAY 28TH (14:00-14:40)
DEESIDE WELLBEING COLLECTIVE – COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL YOGA WITH LAURA
DONATION BASED – PAY WHAT YOU CAN
NOW FULLY BOOKED – JOIN WAITLIST

MONDAY 31st (18:45-19:45)
DEESIDE WELLBEING COLLECTIVE – COMMUNITY P6/7 GIRLS MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION WITH LYNSEY
DONATION BASED – PAY WHAT YOU CAN
CLICK TO BOOK

April

Friday 4th (19:00-21:00)
ADHD Women’s Workshop with Hazel Robertson & Lynsey Birnie
CLICK TO BOOK

Sunday 6th (09:30-12:30)
Trail Run & Yoga Workshop followed by tea and sweet treats with Meryl Cooper & Laura Ross
CLICK TO BOOK

Monday 7th (09:30-10:30)
Deeside Wellbeing Collective, Community Flow Yoga with Laura
donation based – free / pay what you can
CLICK TO BOOK

Friday 11th (19:00-21:00)
Alpha Alignment – Men’s Sharing Circle
For more info – see ‘alpha alignment aberdeen’ insta/facebook

Saturday 12th, 19th, 26th April & 3rd May (10:00-12:30)
10 Hour Hypnobirthing Course (across 4 weeks) with Sunny Birth Club. For all parents-to-be, not just first-timers! For anyone who is 12 weeks pregnant and beyond. For birth partners – you’re vital to the journey! And for those who want to feel in control of their birth experience
To book, contact Becky – becky@sunnybirthclub.com

Saturday 12th (13:00-17:00)
Annabel Hope – Shiatsu Taster Sessions
To book, contact Annabel – annabelhopeshiatsu@gmail.com

Sunday 13th (14:00-16:00 & 16:30-18:30)
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 18th (19:00-21:00)
Friday Facial Club with Jo Flett of Rewild Skincare
Now fully booked – contact Jo for more info sales@rewildskincare.co.uk

Saturday 19th (19:30-20:45)
Pranayama, meditation & drawing/painting/writing with Fatima
Contact Fatima to book: umbilini@gmail.com

Friday 25th (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 25th (18:30-20:00)
Friday Flow & Connect with Jayne and Morven (motion MBS)
CLICK TO BOOK

Sunday 27th (09:30-16:30)
Deeside Wellbeing Collective – day retreat at ballogie House
CLICK TO BOOK

May

May events – check back soon!

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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.

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

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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