About Us
Paadena (a Sanskrit phrase that loosely translates to “on one’s feet”) offers Yoga and Holistic Therapies with Barbara Wall.
Yoga first made itself known to Barbara when she was eight years old, her early interest sparked by a book, purchased with pocket money. This interest has developed over many years with different teachers. Her practice has been mostly inspired by the late Marilyn Freedman, a dedicated follower of the late Vanda Scaravelli.
After passing the three year teacher training course with the British Wheel of Yoga (recognised by Sport England as the governing body for yoga in Great Britain), Barbara began teaching her own classes in Worcestershire. in addition to teaching, Barbara qualified as a Chiropodist and her classes and teaching are greatly influenced by her training and focus on developing a greater awareness of grounding and the importance of the feet.
Thai Yoga Massage Therapy (TYMT) is a form of bodywork that benefits both the giver and receiver. It has evolved into a unique and magical combination of deep stretching, yoga, rhythmic compression, soft-tissue manipulation, gentle rocking, energy balancing and acupressure. Barbara is an experienced, professional therapist and teacher who understands the full power and true healing in the ancient art of TYMT.
Classes are held in a room overlooking the beautiful Suckley countryside.
Not just a massage, but an experience. Everything about the massage was relaxing, professional and uplifting. I felt safe in her hands.
I have been doing Yoga with Barbara for many years. During my time I have found Barbara to be patient and compassionate. She takes great care to explain each movement and how to do the position with respect for your joints. Also if you suffer with an injury she tells you how to adjust the movement to protect your injury. The class is small and personal and the setting for her studio is fantastic with views across the valley, even watching the sun go down, whilst practicing Yoga. The class isn’t just about movement, Barbara takes time for relaxation and you always come away feeling mindful.
I feel that Barbara’s approach to massage shows her thoughtfulness and consideration for her clients and this has the effect of leaving the spirit uplifted and the body well and truly stretched after every session.
