Functional Yoga
MOVE WITH EASE
Functional Yoga
What is Functional Yoga?
Functional movement refers to the patterns we use in everyday life—such as sitting and standing, reaching, bending, turning, and walking. These movements form the foundation of how we interact with the world around us.
Functional yoga applies these same movement patterns within a yoga setting, using postures and sequences that reflect real-life actions. Below are some videos of functional yoga sequences Ella has taught in her group classes, offering a clearer picture of how this approach looks in practice.
Why choose Functional Yoga?
Practising and refining these everyday movement patterns helps maintain strength, mobility, and confidence as we age. It also improves how we experience our body in daily life.
Functional yoga supports coordination, mobility, strength, body awareness, and movement efficiency, while encouraging focus and mindful movement.
With regular practice, clients feel more capable, more at ease in their bodies, and better supported in how they move day to day.
How does it work?
In sessions with Ella, movement begins on the floor with simple, supported exercises. Starting here allows your nervous system to learn new patterns without the added challenge of balance or gravity, while the contact with the floor provides helpful feedback about where your body is in space.
From there, the same movement patterns are gradually introduced in more demanding positions—such as on hands and knees, and eventually standing—so you can build strength, coordination, and confidence as the challenge increases.
By practising movements in this progressive way, these patterns become increasingly familiar and reliable for your nervous system. Over time, they translate into movements that feel more natural, stable, and easeful in everyday life.
Is it for me?
Yes! Ella meets you where you’re at. Every body is different, and your practice will reflect that. Whether a session involves staying on the floor, using a chair for support, or exploring time upside down on your hands, Ella offers options that suit your needs, experience, and capacity on the day.
I'm in. What next?
Get in touch to talk with Ella about what you want to achieve and to book your first session. Sessions take place in Ella's home studio in Campbells Bay.
Click the link below to view available pricing packages.
Talk Through Flow
Reverse Table
Shoulder & Abdos Warm Up
