Ella's Favourite Evening Classes

If you ever find yourself heading to bed after a busy day with the cogs still whirring, you’re not alone. 

With two small children and a business, life is busy and I often find myself getting to the evening still feeling like my mind is going a million miles an hour. 

I really value having a bit of a wind down ritual for myself, to ensure I properly relax and allow some time for myself in the evening. This evening routine doesn’t have to be an elaborate 10-step process; I truly believe in simplicity, and making healthy habits work for you. 

With that in mind, these are my go-to classes for evenings when I really need a little help relaxing. If your current evening routine doesn’t include any wind down rituals, I’d suggest starting with one or two practices to try this week and figure out what works for you. 

If you particularly struggle with arriving home from work with lingering stress, we also have a guide that unpacks how to relax after work, setting you off on the right foot for a peaceful evening. 

Similar to my favourite morning classes, having clear separation between your time to relax and the rest of your busy day can make a world of difference.

If you’re looking for more evening routine inspiration, I loved reading this article, where some of our wellness instructors told us about some healthy habits they incorporate into their morning and evening routines.

Beyond that, this compilation gathers the best of our evening yoga classes, meditations, and sleep and soundscape practices to take you all the way into a restful sleep.

Yoga Classes

If I’ve been sitting at my desk all day, I find myself really needing some stretchy movement to let go of any tension I’ve been holding onto.

These classes all focus on relaxing and unwinding in the evening which I find really helpful. For me, they really do the trick to help release any pent-up energy and leave me and my body feeling nourished, stretched out, and calm.

Mindfulness Practices

There’s no better way to soothe a racing mind than a calming meditation. Equally, if I haven’t had the best day, opting for a practice that focuses on gratitude or positivity is a wonderful way to reframe my mindset, instead of cycling through all the things that didn’t go as planned. 

If you’re new to meditation, spending 5 to 10 minutes in the evening is one of the best ways to start, as it’s simple to implement into your routine just before bed.

Calming Soundscapes

If I’m really in need of some relaxation but still need to finish a few things - whether that’s cooking dinner for my family, or giving the house a quick tidy - I love putting my headphones in to listen to one of our soundscapes. 

They don’t really require you to do anything other than listen, so are easy to incorporate in your evening routine, but the calming effect they have is amazing.

Sleep Practices

Perhaps you’ve been run off your feet in the evening - with two small children, and often some last minute things to sign off or work on for the business, I often find myself without time to roll out my yoga mat. 

In these instances, I love one of our sleep practices to put on when I’m in bed. Taking a few deep breaths and having one of our soothing instructors help guide me into sleep works wonders, and ensures my mind and body feel calm for a truly restful sleep.