By Jan Calvert
Well Nest in Kirkstall is opening their studio for a weekend celebrating wellness at their ‘WellFest’ festival during the weekend of 8 to 10 August.
Harriet King opened the converted church studio on Victoria Road, Kirkstall, two years ago. Inspired by a vision to offer a safe space for movement, relaxation and connection for the Kirkstall and West Leeds community, Harriet has a programme of events planned throughout the weekend.
Harriet’s love of yoga began as a child when she attended classes with her mum. Since then she has trained as a teacher and specialised in working with children with special and additional needs before fulfilling her dream to open a wellness centre.
She now collaborates with the ‘Sunshine and Smiles’ charity and ‘Cafe 21’ supporting families and young people with Down Syndrome and adapting her classes to meet a wide range of community needs.
Harriet said: “We wanted to create a space where different ages and different body types from all walks of life can feel part of a community promoting wellness.”
The British Heart Foundation recommends yoga as an activity which helps to develop, flexibility, strength, balance and coordination. The festival also offers meditation, massage, hot and cold water therapy and gatherings for dance, ceremony and harp playing.
There is a programme of events throughout the summer holidays for children and Harriet says the festival “offers adults a time away from the responsibilities and hustle of everyday life!”
Anyone wanting to re-charge or try something new can find out more on the West Leeds Dispatch what’s on section or https://www.wellnestkirkstall.co.uk/
Event details
A ‘festival of wellness’ will be held in the heart of Kirkstall at the Well Nest Studio on Victoria Road from August 8 to August 10.
Celebrating movement, music, connection and community, ‘Wellfest’ has a programme of yoga, dance and revitalization.
For more information or to book a ticket, contact Harriet at Chantry House, Victoria Road, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3JB or online here.
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