PERSONALISED IYENGAR YOGA WITH IRINA ZOTEEVA

YOGA FOR NECK & SHOULDER PAIN IN SOLIHULL

Small, supportive Iyengar Yoga classes to help release tension, improve posture and develop greater strength and mobility around the neck, shoulders and upper back.

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MOVE WITH MORE FREEDOM

A Careful Approach to Neck and Shoulder Tension

Neck and shoulder discomfort can be connected to long hours at a desk, stress, poor posture or repeated everyday movements. It may leave you feeling stiff, tense or restricted when turning, reaching or lifting your arms.

In my small home studio in Solihull, classes are limited to four students. This allows me to observe your alignment closely, provide individual guidance and adapt poses to suit your body, experience and current range of movement.

HOW IYENGAR YOGA MAY HELP

Support, Mobility and Better Posture

Iyengar Yoga uses precise instructions and supportive props such as blocks, belts, chairs, bolsters and wall ropes. These allow you to explore movement carefully without forcing the neck or shoulders.

The practice can help improve awareness of how you hold your head, shoulders and upper back. We work to create more space across the chest, strengthen the upper body and develop healthier movement patterns.

Rather than stretching aggressively, we work gradually, helping the body become more balanced, supported and free.

Iyengar Yoga for neck and shoulder pain in Solihull
PRACTICAL BENEFITS

What We Focus on in Class

01

Posture

Improve awareness of how you hold your head, shoulders and upper back while sitting, standing and moving.

02

Shoulder Mobility

Gradually improve movement through the shoulders and arms while working within a comfortable range.

03

Upper-Back Strength

Build strength around the shoulder blades, upper back and arms to support healthier posture.

04

Chest Opening

Use supported poses to create more space across the chest and reduce the rounded posture associated with desk work.

05

Release of Tension

Explore careful movements and supported poses that may help ease tension around the neck, shoulders and upper back.

06

Relaxation

Learn to soften unnecessary effort and finish your practice feeling calmer and less compressed.

IS THIS CLASS RIGHT FOR YOU?

You May Find These Classes Helpful If You:

  • experience recurring neck or shoulder tension
  • feel stiff after sitting or working at a desk
  • find it difficult to move your shoulders freely
  • notice rounded shoulders or forward-head posture
  • feel tension across your chest or upper back
  • want to improve posture and upper-body strength
  • are completely new to yoga
  • want careful, individual guidance in a small class
“The aim is not simply to stretch the shoulders, but to create greater awareness, support and freedom throughout the whole upper body.”
SMALL CLASSES IN SOLIHULL

Personal Guidance in Every Class

My classes are limited to four students, allowing me to observe how you hold and move your neck, shoulders and upper back. I can offer alternatives, adjust the use of props and help you understand how each movement should feel.

You do not need to be flexible or experienced. Beginners are welcome, and every student is encouraged to work gradually and without pressure.

MEET YOUR TEACHER

Iyengar Yoga with Irina Zoteeva

I am a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher, Level 1, currently training towards Level 2. I have more than 20 years of personal yoga practice and eight years of teaching experience.

My teaching is calm, precise and supportive. I enjoy helping students understand their bodies step by step, particularly those who feel stiff, experience recurring neck and shoulder tension or lack confidence in movement.

My aim is to create a welcoming space where you can learn carefully, build strength and develop a practice that supports you in everyday life.

Neck & Shoulder Pain
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yoga for Neck & Shoulder Pain FAQs

Can I practise yoga if I currently have neck or shoulder pain?

It depends on the cause and severity of your discomfort. Please speak to your GP, physiotherapist or another appropriate healthcare professional if your pain is new, severe, unexplained or follows an injury. Please tell me about any diagnosis, injury, numbness or limitation before attending.

Can yoga help with desk-related neck and shoulder tension?

Iyengar Yoga can help you become more aware of your posture and movement habits. Classes may include supported chest-opening poses, shoulder work and strengthening for the upper back.

Do I need previous yoga experience?

No. Complete beginners are welcome. Instructions are given clearly, and poses can be adapted using props and alternative movements.

What if I have limited shoulder movement?

You can work within your current range of movement. Props and alternative actions can help make the practice more accessible without forcing the joint.

Would a private session be better for me?

A private session may be helpful if you have a particular diagnosis, are recovering from an injury or would like your practice tailored more closely to your individual needs.

Where are the classes held?

Classes take place in my small home yoga studio in Solihull. The studio has the equipment needed for a supported Iyengar Yoga practice.

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Ready to Move with Greater Freedom?

Join a small Iyengar Yoga class in Solihull or arrange a private session for more individual guidance.

MESSAGE IRINA
Yoga is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. Please seek professional medical advice for severe, persistent or unexplained pain, numbness, weakness, dizziness, recent injury or other concerning symptoms.