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Name: The Old Chapel Studio
Address: Brockholes Lane, Brockholes, ENG, HD9 7AR, GB
Telephone: 07803877075

Welcome to The Old Chapel Studio, a calming yoga and Pilates studio in Brockholes, near Holmfirth.

We offer small-group Hatha yoga, Vinyasa, hot yoga and Pilates classes, alongside creative workshops and holistic wellbeing experiences, in a warm and supportive space for all levels.

What we offer

Small, friendly, and focused — our classes are designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and unwind deeply. Whether you’re new to yoga or Pilates or have been practising for years, you will find a session appropriate for your level.

Classes

Personal Training

Workshops

View Weekly Timetable

Meet your teachers

Hi, I’m Aga — founder and teacher at The Old Chapel Studio. I bring together years of experience in yoga, Pilates, mobility, and holistic wellness — blending mindful movement with a focus on strength, resilience, and balance.

I wanted The Old Chapel Studio to be a small, intentional space where classes feel personal and grounded. I teach many of the sessions myself, alongside a small number of carefully selected teachers who share the same values, approach, and attention to detail that define the studio.

The team

Not your usual Saturday afternoon.

On Saturday 21st February, from 2:30–4:30pm, sushi chef Karina joins us at The Old Chapel Studio for a hands-on sushi workshop.

You’ll learn step by step how to roll your own sushi — then take it home to enjoy as dinner.

Small group.
Family friendly.
Children welcome to join in free alongside a booked adult.

Booking essential 🤍
Link in bio.

🎈 Not a party shop.
Just quietly upgrading your Pilates experience.
Props in Pilates aren’t there to make things fancy.

They’re there to:
• refine alignment
• enhance the work
• add intelligent challenge
• and sometimes expose the wobbles (in the best possible way)

Small changes. Big awareness.

I’m ordering a few more this weekend 👀

Tell me — what’s your favourite Pilates prop?
Ball? Magic circle? Bands? Weights?

Next Pilates is on Saturday morning.
If you’ve been meaning to come, this is your nudge 🤍

A softer start to the day.

Tasmin’s Hatha at 9:30 is calm, thoughtful, and quietly strong.
A practice that gives you time to breathe, to feel, and to arrive properly in your body.

If your morning needs grounding rather than rushing, this is a really beautiful place to land. 🌿

@tasminhumphrey

Start where you are.

Mondays are rarely about motivation.
They’re about deciding to begin without everything being perfect. If your body feels stiff, tired, uncertain — that’s not a reason to wait.

That’s the place to start from.

This week at the studio there are a few gentle spaces to grow into:

– Hatha yoga (slow, grounding, supportive)
– Pilates (steady, considered, confidence-building)

No pressure. No catching up.
Just starting where you are — and letting that be enough. 🌿

Aga x

February isn’t about starting over.
It’s about returning.
Some weeks you’ll feel strong.
Some weeks you’ll just show up.
Both count.
We’ll be here.
— The Old Chapel Studio

#theoldchapelstudio #holmfirth #yogacommunity #pilatesstudio #moveregularly

January felt big.

It looked like numbers on paper —
37 classes, 1 sound bath, 5 teachers holding space, 74 new faces through the door.

But it also looked like courage.
Some people stepping onto a yoga mat for the very first time.
Others returning to deepen their practice.
Conversations before and after class that mattered.
Early mornings. Late lock-ups. A few wobbly moments. A lot of quiet bravery.

I’m so grateful to everyone who walked through these doors, trusted us, showed up — exactly as they were.

February, we’re ready for you 🕯️

Thinking about coming to a class but something keeps stopping you?

Please don’t let not having a mat, not having the right clothes, or being new be the reason you don’t come. None of that matters here.

Wear whatever you feel comfortable in.
Borrow a mat.
Come exactly as you are.

And if it helps, arrive a little early — we can always have a quick chat before the class so you feel more settled.

This space is for real people, real bodies, and real starting points.
Start where you are — I’ll meet you there 🌿

Pilates isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing things better.

Better means moving with intention, understanding the work, and building strength that supports you beyond the mat.

This 4-week Foundations course is a slow, supportive introduction to the key Pilates principles — breath, control, alignment and stability. It’s suitable both for complete beginners and for those who’ve practised before and want to revisit the basics and refine their technique.

Starting next week. A few final spaces left. Link in Bio

Wednesday morning Hatha 🤍

A steady, grounding practice to start the day calmly — with time to move, breathe, and arrive just as you are.

Suitable for all levels, whether you’re completely new or returning after a break.

If mornings suit you and you’ve been craving something unhurried, this might be a lovely place to begin.

✉️ If you’re unsure whether it’s right for you, just message me.

Tasmin fell in love with the practice of yoga in 2016, when she realised how much it supported her mental health. Her journey with yoga has helped her slow down and approach life more intentionally, both on and off the mat.

At the start of 2020, after completing a PhD in Psychology, Tasmin felt drawn to deepen her knowledge and share her love of yoga with others. She trained in Vinyasa and Hatha Yoga in Rishikesh, India, and later completed Yin Yoga teacher training in Goa, before returning home to teach.

Tasmin continues to be a student of yoga, and this ongoing curiosity allows her to translate her own experiences into her teaching — helping students find ease and those quiet light-bulb moments on the mat.

Tasmin has recently taken the leap to leave her corporate role and follow her passion for teaching yoga full-time. Alongside her Wednesday morning Hatha classes, she may also be offering some holistic treatments at the chapel — so keep your eyes peeled.

If you’ve been hovering, watching, or quietly wondering what might suit you… I want you to know that:

You don’t have to figure it out on your own. ☺️

I’ve spent years training and teaching across yoga, Pilates, strength training and calisthenics, and working as a movement coach with people of all ages, abilities and goals. I live this stuff — and I love helping people make sense of it.

Whether you’re thinking about trying a class, exploring one-to-one sessions, or wanting support to build a more comprehensive approach to your wellbeing, you’re always welcome to ask.

Sometimes the next step is simply starting a conversation.

Aga
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This week in Pilates we’re using a yoga block — not as a support, but as a way to add challenge, awareness, and precision.

Small changes like this keep the practice evolving, help you build strength steadily, and make familiar movements feel surprisingly different.

Our Tuesday evening and Saturday morning Pilates classes are filling well, and there are still a few spaces available. If you’ve been meaning to book, now’s a good time 🤍

#pilateswithprops #yogablock #pilatesforlife #pilatesisforeverybody #holmfirth

Heated Mondays are about warmth that supports movement — not pushing through discomfort.

If you’ve been curious but unsure, there’s now a full First-Timer’s Guide on the website answering the most common questions, so you can decide in your own time whether it feels right for you 🤍

There’s also a short blog on why people choose heated classes, if you’d like a little more context.

#hotyoga #hotyogastudio #holmevalley #yogastudio

Meet your Heated Mondays teacher — Josie @josephine.westwood

Josie began her yoga teaching journey in India in 2018, where she trained in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow, later deepening her studies with a training in Yin Yoga.

She has a deep love for yogic philosophy and history, which quietly weaves its way into both her teaching and her everyday life. This grounding influence brings depth, intention and meaning to her classes without ever feeling heavy or over-serious.

Deeply inspired by nature and a connection to the elements, Josie is a true outdoor soul. When she’s not on the mat, you’ll most likely find her hiking in the mountains, walking barefoot, wild swimming or camping — always seeking that sense of connection that nature offers so generously.

Her classes offer a beautiful balance: thoughtful yet light-hearted, grounding yet explorative. Josie encourages you not to take things too seriously, creating plenty of space to explore movement and find a way of practising that feels good for you.

You have two opportunities to practise with Josie every Monday: Hot Vinyasa Flow (6–7pm) and Slow Flow & Stretch (7:15–8:15pm)

Last night’s sound bath 🤍
A space prepared with care — soft light, grounding rituals, quiet moments — and words that stayed with us.

“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it.”
— Thich Nhat Hanh

A simple reminder that peace doesn’t have to be something we search for or strive towards — it can begin very close to home, in small moments, and be carried gently into the days that follow.

Grateful to be holding evenings like this at the chapel.

Next Sound Bath is on Sunday 15th February 6-7pm.
Link in bio

This is what a Pilates class here looks like.

Not perfect.
Not performative.
Just people moving, learning, and working at their own pace.

A lot of people think they need to be strong, flexible or confident before they come to Pilates.

In reality, most people arrive unsure, a bit stiff, and quietly hoping they’ll feel okay once they’re here.

Pilates at The Old Chapel Studio is taught in small groups, with options, pauses, and plenty of guidance.

You’re not expected to know what you’re doing — that’s the whole point.

Tuesday mornings at 9:10am are calm, supportive, and a really gentle place to start if mornings work better for you. We also have a regular Tuesday evening and Saturday morning class.

If you’ve been thinking “I’m probably not fit enough”, this is your reminder that you’re very welcome ☺️

If you’re wondering whether this studio is “for you”, you’re not alone.

Most people don’t walk into their first class feeling confident, flexible, or ready.

Classes here are small, guided, and supportive.

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need to be fit.
You don’t need to know what you’re doing.

You just need to arrive.

Booking is open via the website (link in bio) — and if you’re unsure where to start, message me. I’m always happy to help.

This image is AI-generated ✨
This is because our first sound bath hasn’t happened yet… but it is happening very soon and this is very much the vibe😊
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Warm, cosy, low light, deeply restful.
🗓 Sunday 18th January
🕣 6-7pm
📍 The Old Chapel Studio
🔔 4 spaces left

Real people. Real rest. Real sounds.
AI photo. For now 😉

Link in bio

Meet Jean ✨ @kundaliniyogaandsoundtherapy

A sound therapist, Kundalini yoga teacher and Spirit Dance facilitator, Jean weaves together sound, movement, breath and meditation to create deeply nourishing experiences.

Her sessions invite you to slow down, soften and reconnect – guided by her calming presence, gentle wisdom and beautifully grounded energy.

An all-round positive soul with a truly special spirit 🤍

Pilates doesn’t have to feel serious to be effective.

Our all-levels Pilates classes are about moving well, building strength, and feeling more supported in your body — without pressure to perform or keep up.

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need to be “good at Pilates”.
You just need to be willing to move.

We work in small groups, offer options throughout, and focus on helping you feel stronger, steadier, and more confident over time.

If you’ve been thinking Pilates might be good for you — this is your sign that it probably is.
There’s space in our classes for you, and you’d be very welcome.

Booking via the link in bio or on the app.

A new month, a new year — but no pressure to reinvent yourself here.

January at The Old Chapel Studio is about moving gently back into rhythm.
Small groups.
Clear guidance.
Space to learn, ask questions and feel supported.

Whether you’re completely new, returning after a break, or simply curious, you’re very welcome.
You don’t need to be ready — just open to beginning.

The timetable is now live and will continue to evolve as we grow.
And if the booking system feels confusing at any point, please message me — technology should never be a barrier to coming to class.

I’m genuinely humbled by the interest and support already, and very excited for what this month will bring.

See you on the mat 🤍

#theoldchapelstudio #holmfirth #yogahuddersfield #hotyogastudio #beginnersyoga

This morning we ran our hot yoga trial.
Not as a polished launch, but as a way to test the heaters, feel the room, and listen — properly.

Thank you to everyone who came along, moved with us, and shared honest feedback.

This is how things are built here: slowly, thoughtfully, and with people at the centre.

More hot classes coming soon.

#hotyoga #hotvinyasa #vinyasaflow #theoldchapelstudio #holmfirth

January classes at The Old Chapel Studio 🤍

This timetable has been put together slowly and thoughtfully, with space for beginners, small groups, and people who want to move in a way that actually feels supportive.

You don’t need to do everything.
One class a week is enough.

I genuinely can’t quite believe I’m writing this — the Beginners Yoga course starting Monday 5 January is now full 😄I feel incredibly grateful and a little humbled by that.

Because of the interest, I’ve added a second Beginners Yoga course starting Tuesday 6 January, for anyone who missed out the first time.

It’s also worth saying that this timetable is still evolving. As the studio grows, classes may be added or adjusted, so it’s worth keeping an eye out over the coming weeks.

One more thing — the booking system is new to me too. If you’re having any trouble booking, or something doesn’t quite make sense, please don’t let technology be the thing that stops you from coming. Message me, email me, or ask — I’ll always help you sort it.

Booking is open via the link in bio, and questions are always welcome 🤍

A quiet Christmas Eve morning, moving together.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, just as they are.

Wishing you a peaceful Christmas 🤍

This studio is about community as much as movement.

A steady place to show up, feel supported, and move together.

#theoldchapelstudio #brockholes #movementcommunity
#smallgroupmovement #movebettertogether

This is not about doing more.
It’s about moving with care, structure, and purpose.

Classes at The Old Chapel Studio are small, thoughtfully taught, and designed to meet you where you are — whether you’re returning to movement or building long-term strength.

You don’t need to be fit.
You don’t need to keep up.
You just need to show up.

Yoga · Pilates · Strength & Sculpt

Timetable coming soon.

#theoldchapelstudio #intentionalmovement #structuredworkouts #showupforyourself #showupanyway #yogayorkshire #yogaholmfirth #wellnessholmfirth #yogahuddersfield #hotyoga #pilatesforall

I wanted a space that felt steady the moment you walked in. Somewhere small, warm, and free from noise or pressure.

This studio isn’t about doing more —
it’s about moving well, with care and intention.

Thoughtful movement deserves a thoughtful space.

Opening January at The Old Chapel Studio.

#theoldchapelstudio #brockholes #thoughtfulmovement #smallgrouptraining #movementspace

Strength & Sculpt Foundations

A small-group course designed to help you feel stronger, more capable, and more connected to your body.

Led by highly experienced coach @julio.yoga.move , sessions use intelligently designed stations combining calisthenics and strength training — focused on building real, usable strength.

Expect to leave feeling grounded, supported, and quietly confident in what your body can do.

This isn’t a busy gym or a one-size-fits-all workout.
It’s a considered space, a small group, and a shared commitment to moving well for the long term.

6-week course
Small group • Beginner-friendly • Limited spaces

Bookings via the link in bio.

#calisthenics #movewell #movewellforlife #fitforlife💪 #strenghttraining #smallgrouptraining

Some people cross your path and quietly change your direction.

Julio is one of those people for me.
We met years ago and instantly connected over a shared love of movement — not just training, but exploring it. Finding our edge. Playing at the boundaries of strength, balance and control. Pushing limits with curiosity rather than ego.

I first watched Julio move — strong, calm, incredibly controlled — and through him discovered calisthenics. What began as admiration quickly turned into inspiration, and before long I found myself stepping into that world too, fuelled by his enthusiasm and belief in what the body is capable of.

Julio’s relationship with movement runs deep. He’s a GMB Fitness Trainer, a 200hr Yoga Teacher trained in CamYoga and Ashtanga (with David Swenson), as well as Rocket Yoga. Before that, his body carried him through five full Ironman races, multiple half Ironmans, over 20 marathons, adventure races and mountain running events in Venezuela. Strength, endurance, mobility, resilience — lived, not just taught.

Julio was also one of the very first people to know that The Old Chapel Studio was on the cards. All those years ago he promised me that one day, when the time was right, he’d come and teach here. And now… here we are.

I genuinely cannot think of a kinder, more inclusive human to guide people — whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned fitness fanatic — into the world of strength, stability, mobility and control.

I am so honoured to have @julio.yoga.move on board, and I cannot wait to share what we have in store for you 🤍

#movementasmedicine #movementwithmeaning #strengththroughmovement #calisthenicstraining #bodyweightstrength #movebetter #strongatanyage

Come and unroll the mats with me.

Before anyone steps into this space, we’ve tested it — properly.

Unrolling every mat.
Moving between them.
Trying it with bodies in the room.
Not to see how many we could fit,
but to make sure it never feels cramped.

We want space to breathe.
Space to move.
Space to settle.

This studio is being built slowly and intentionally — with real people in mind.

And yes… Buzz approves too 🐾
(downward dog form still a work in progress)

#theoldchapelstudio #smallgroupmovement
#spacetomove #builtwithcare #studioinprogress #yogastudiodesign #holmfirthyogaandpilates #holmfirth #brockholes #yogainyorkshire #yorkshireyoga #hotyoga #yorkshirewellbeing

✨ Thank you SO much to everyone who joined our second wreath-making workshop! ✨

What an absolutely gorgeous evening — full of creativity, mulled wine, Christmas tunes, cake, mince pies and the loveliest group of people. The studio felt so cosy and alive with festive energy. 🎄💛

It’s been such a joy hosting these workshops, and now that we’re on a roll… we’d love to do more! Keep an eye out for future events coming very soon — I have a feeling 2025 is going to be full of beautiful gatherings here at The Old Chapel Studio.

And tell us — what would you love to see next?
Candle-making? Calligraphy? Vision boards? Yoga & craft? Something totally different?
Your ideas help shape what we create here. 🌿✨

Thank you again for the support, the laughter and the festive spirit. My heart (and the studio!) is full.

Aga x

#wreathmaking #oldchapelstudio #festiveworkshops #holmfirth #brockholes #communityevents #christmasvibes

“One day or day one.”
At some point we had to choose which one it’s going to be.

When we first stepped into this old chapel, it was nothing more than a wild idea — a whisper of maybe one day. There were dust sheets, drafts, leaks, and a thousand reasons not to start… but we started anyway.

And today — standing in this space, hosting our very first event, filling it with people, warmth and creativity — it feels surreal in the best possible way. This has been a long time in the making, but we’re finally here, and we couldn’t be prouder of what this place has become.

Here’s to choices that move dreams forward, even slowly.
Here’s to Day One. 🌿✨

Soft launch: done. Massive thanks to everyone who came to make - you made this event very special!❤️

Now the next chapter unfolds.

Follow us and join the mailing list (link to the website in bio) for timetable updates and early access to class bookings.

In the meantime, we have another workshop this Sunday and a couple of last-minute spaces have just opened up. Let us know if you’d like to grab one.

#oldchapelstudio #studiojourney #dayoneenergy #dreamsinthemaking #creativestudiospace #loftydreams
#holmfirthworkshops #huddersfieldwellness
#yorkshirewellness #wreathmaking #wreathworkshop #WellnessSpace

And this is a wrap! After a long year of hard work we’ve managed to finish some of the studio space. We’ve hit some major stumbling blocks along the way and tackled lots of challenges which have been fixed and buried now behind thick layers of insulation, screed and plasterboard. We cannot imagine anything this major ahead of us now that we’re nearly finished. No surprises in 2024 please😅

Next on the agenda:

✨ bathrooms
✨ lights and heaters
✨ painting
✨ flooring

Happy New Year everyone 🥂🎉

Follow to get to the finish line with us in 2024!

#yogastudioowner #yogastudiodesign #treatmentroom #buildingayogastudio #bigdreams

Meet my first client in my treatment room - the door 🚪😅 It came for a luxury full body scrub, a bit of KT taping and a couple of layers of deluxe Dulux.

We’ve found this little room to be the cleanest and the easiest to heat. We barricaded the door opening with some insulation and with a small oil heater quickly got up to 16 degrees.

Those of you who know how much I love warmth will understand that this is a major cause for celebration!

Yay! Happy days 🎉🙌🥳

#treatmentroom #massagetherapist #diyrenovation #makingmyhaven

Transformation Tuesday 😀

Swipe for this time 12 months ago not long before we entered with a mini digger and turned this space upside down. 👷‍♂️

We’ve come a long way since then, though for now we are still keeping off the cold floor 🥶🦶

We’re so close now to finishing this space. Last little bits are being boarded and skimmed before we start attaching a million lights, switches, speakers, heaters. I was looking at this cute pink ceiling today wondering how we’re going to find all the cables 🧐🤣

#transformationtuesday #yogastudiodesign #yogahuddersfield #yogaholmfirth #yogastudioowner #yogastudiointhemaking

Et voila! The space we have been busy creating is finally here. A beautiful visualisation will have to do for now whilst we are completing the final bits of the messy works.

Thank you @armand.studio_interior_design for giving us a chance to ‘step’ into this tranquility whilst we’re covered in dust and dirt - much needed reminder of what we are working towards 🙏❤️

#comingsoon #yogasanctuary #yogastudioowner #yogastudiointhemaking #yogajourney #yogacommunity

Lower ground layout ready, stud walls finished, first fix plumbing done. Next 1st fix electrics which includes 9 infrared heaters to make the yoga room and treatment room warm ☀️and over 50 lights 😬 so we can create various mood settings 💡🥰 + enough sockets to never need an extension cable 🤣

#churchconversion #chapelconversionsofinstagram #chapelrenovation #yogastudiodesign #yogastudioowner

Final photo featuring our beautiful old windows which turned out to be plastic 🙄 New windows are being installed today 😬😊

Got this lovely Monstera Minima from @curatedbyanna_ , we just popped in for a coffee and left with a plant - first of many! ❤️

I cannot wait for this room to receive all the plants I am planning for it - standing, hanging, climbing - there won’t be an empty corner 😅

#yogastudio #yogastudiodesign #yogastudiointhemaking #yogaspace #edwardianchapel #myperiodproperty

The studio is progressing nicely. All the stud work is done and ceilings ready for the next stage - first fix electrics. We will have colour changing down-lights to take care of the mood lighting 💡and infrared heaters which will make the room toasty ♨️❤️ There will be a projector 📽️ sound system 🔊and less exiting things like cameras and fire detectors - that’s a lot of cables to hide into the walls and ceiling 🧐 Hope you’re ready @rtg_electrical_solutions_ltd 🤞

#yogastudio #makingayogastudio #yogaroom #yogaroominprogress #yogastudiointhemaking #yogastudioowner #brockholes #holmfirth #holmfirthyoga

Here is the office/kitchenette/treatment room. All I can say now is that it will have a massage bed and an infrared heater directly above it ☺️☀️♨️so anything that goes on in there will be warm and cozy 😉

#sportsmassage #ayurvedicmassage #sportstaping #hotstonemassage #deeptissuemassage #sportsmassagetherapy

Finally somewhere clean and warm to practice on 😊 We are still deciding on the final finish but we’re getting close 🤞😀🧘‍♀️

#yogastudiodesign #yogastudioowner #hotyoga #warmyoga ##yogastudiointhemaking #chapelconversionsofinstagram

The insulation is in! We’ve built a super insulated floor which will be fitted with underfloor heating to provide much needed warmth in the main room. It’s already starting to feel cozy ☺️🤗❤️

#yogastudiodesign #yogastudioowner #makingayogastudio #hotyogastudio #aerialyoga #yogalove #chapelconversion #chapelconversionsofinstagram

Nice to see little bits of progress in the studio. It’s hard to visualise it being finished particularly because it’s colder in it than it is outside. Got my toes out for a moody photo and won’t be doing it again until the heating has been installed 😂

#hotyogastudio #yogastudiointhemaking #newyogastudiointown

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