Corporate Wellness
VITALISE YOUR WORKFORCE
Established in 2014, we are Scotland’s largest Hot Yoga Studio. We are proud to have hosted over a quarter of a million visits in the past decade and are delighted to have received the title of “Best Fitness Business in Scotland” from Scotland’s Business Awards.
We invite you to join us for an immersive half-day or full-day corporate wellness retreat dedicated to rejuvenating both the mind and body and held at our uplifting studio. Choose from our range of classes and workshops to create a revitalising experience tailored to your team.
We also offer private group classes lasting either 60 or 90 minutes. We draw on recent research and ancient wisdom to educate and inspire. Work out, relax, connect, and reset while gaining a deeper understanding of the body’s stress response and how we can alter our state through movement, focused attention, and breath work. A session with us will provide an impactful introduction to mindful practices, featuring simple yet effective techniques for you to take home.
OUR STUDIO
Our studio is an oasis of relaxation and positive energy. In the hot room, temperatures soar up to 40 degrees. Our state of the art Infrared heaters create the perfect environment for outstanding hot yoga sessions. The heat accelerates improvements in flexibility; improves circulation and promotes detoxification through sweating. The hot room provides a challenging environment and satisfying cardiovascular workout. Elevate your mind and invigorate your body.
FAMOUS FACES
The Glasgow Warriors rugby team, football legend Richard Gough, Scottish actress Alison McKenzie and several members of the cast of River City have loved getting their sweat on with us over the years. In the wider world Andy Murray used the practice to get his temper into check improve focus and build self-belief. He has credited Bikram Yoga practice as pivotal to his success. Bikram Yoga has been one of Hollywood’s beauty secrets for years. Celebrities like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Demi Moore and Gwyneth Paltrow swear by Bikram regularly for optimal health.CORPORATE WELLNESS COUNTS
- Deloitte research indicates that for every £1 spent by employers on mental health interventions, they can expect to receive £5 back through reduced absenteeism and lower staff turnover. This highlights the strong business case for investing in employee wellbeing.
- A 2023 working paper from the University of Oxford examined 1,600 publicly listed companies in the USA, analyzing 15 million surveys on employee wellbeing. The study found a positive correlation between workplace wellbeing and firm performance, revealing what the Financial Times describes as “the clearest link yet” between employee wellbeing and financial success.
- It is reported that improving mental health support in the workplace could save UK businesses up to £8 billion annually in reduced sick days.
WHY YOGA IS A GAME CHANGER
The four main reasons for short-term work absences reported in 2023 statistics are minor illnesses, musculoskeletal injuries, stress, and mental health issues. Research indicates that yoga can be beneficial for addressing all of these concerns.
Studies show that yoga can directly enhance immune system function at a cellular level and indirectly improve it through stress reduction. One of the most significant benefits of practicing yoga, particularly in relation to workplace health, is its well-documented effectiveness in relieving stress.
Engaging in any form of exercise can elevate your mood by lowering stress hormone levels, increasing the production of feel-good chemicals known as endorphins, and enhancing oxygenated blood flow to the brain. However, scientific research suggests that yoga may offer additional advantages. It can improve mood by increasing levels of a brain chemical called gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which is linked to better mood and reduced anxiety. To explore the evidence supporting yoga as an effective intervention for these issues, please visit our science-links page.
INVEST IN YOUR TEAM’S WELLBEING
SAMPLE DAY SCHEDULE
9- 9:30 : Welcome & CORE CONCEPTS
9:30 – 10 : Silent Meditation Practice
10- 11:30 : BIKRAM YOGA CLASS
11:30 – 12 : YOGA NIDRA
12:30 – 1:15 : Lunch
1:20 – 3:20 : WELLNESS WORKSHOP
3:20 – 3:30pm : Break
3:30 -4:30 pm : YIN YOGA
OTHER CORPORATE SERVICES
PRIVATE GROUP CLASSES
Available for bookings of 15 or more. Chose from one of our incredible classes and bring your team in for an uplifting 60 or 90 minute session with one of our experienced knowledgable teachers. Your session will be a chance for your staff members to de-stress and experience the transformation benefits of Hot Yoga and Pilates.
CREATING YOUR RETREAT DAY
Choose from our range of classes and workshops including our invigorating Bikram Yoga classes, HIIT Pilates with high energy music, relaxing Yin-Yoga sessions and more. For your wellness workshops choose from: Guided Deep Relaxation, Meditation, Breath-work, Sound-Healing, NLP, HIIT or Cold Water Therapy and more.
For more information, check out our FAQs or view prices. Bookings are available on weekdays from May 2024 onwards. If you have further questions, would like to enquire about a date or make a booking, please complete the contact form below.