The Tutors

Steve Avian

Steve Avian

Steve has over twenty five years experience of Yoga and has been teaching Yoga as a process of self-discovery in his classes and workshops for over ten years. He has studied yoga in the UK, India, Europe and the USA and regularly enjoys travelling and exploring ancient traditions.

Olivia Lester

Olivia Lester

Olivia Lester has been practicing Yoga for 15 years, and has been running classes and workshops in Sheffield for over 8 years, having trained at Morely College, London. She is also qualified to run active birth, pregnancy and post-natal Yoga classes.

Jude Richie

Jude Richie

Jude Richie is a registered yoga teacher (RYT-YA) and is pursuing a career in medicine. She has taught anatomy to medical students at Sheffield Teaching Hospital, as well as working as a part-time auxilliary.

Jude will be presenting seminars on anatomy and health issues.

Occasional Guest teachers and speakers will also feature throughout the year in relation to particular topics. Assistance from other qualified tutors will also be available when necessary. Students may also take advantage of our on-line support through the Shamayoga website.