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19/10/2026

Do you think you’re not strong enough?
Do you think it’s been too long since you exercised, that you’re too old, or that it will be too hard?
Or maybe you want some really good strength and mobility exercises that you can take into your yoga practice.

If any of those sound familiar, this workshop is for you.
ROCKET 1 + PILATES
23 October | 7–9pm
Home Wellness, Primrose Hill

Rocket Yoga is Ashtanga yoga + Pilates.

Larry Schultz always referred to his core-strength work as Pilates, and he was hugely influenced by the practice.

And here’s the funny part…
I have been saying that I don’t like Pilates for almost 30 years.
But only stupid people don’t change their minds.

One of the many unexpected blessings of my hip replacements has been finding
After surgery, I was dealing with significant muscle atrophy, stiffness and a real lack of connection to parts of my body.

Leslie showed me simple, targeted exercises that have made a huge difference in my recovery process and yoga practice.

Teach what you practice as they say!

Leslie and I will work through the Rocket 1 sequence, using Pilates strength, mobility and stability exercises to help you build the physical foundations for the things you want to do.

You do not need to be able to handstand.

You do not need to be “advanced”.

And you definitely do not need to be a Pilates person.

You just need to come ready to move, learn and play.

Two teachers. A combined 50 years of experience. One very good reason to get stronger.

Come and find out what you can actually do.

31/08/2026

I love the time lapse as it hides a lot of “imperfections.”

It’s easy to let your yoga practice become another measuring stick for yourself , or a stick to beat yourself up with, and take what used to be a joy and make it a drag.

Rocket yoga is a practice that encourages you to:

1) Quiet the inner critic
2) Pay attention to how it feels not how it looks
3) Show up
4) Relax and breathe and go with the flow

The poses are fun, but they are not the whole story.

Change happens on the inside before you see it on the outside.

Summer may be over in London, but most of my classes in London are now done under infrared panels. 🤩🔥🚀🥵

Find me…
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(t/th 12 su 15:15-16:30)


(su 18:30-19:45)


(Tu- Fr 8:30-9:30 am Uk)

Next workshops…
23 October 2026
Feb 4-7 2027


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29/08/2026

How did Larry come up with some of his modifications to Ashtanga to create The Rocket? Pilates!

I found master Pilates trainer because they have a bad ass hydro therapy tank, perfect after my hip replacements. I stick with him because he is awesome.

The proof is in the pudding!

The combination yoga and Pilates is a natural one.

I have been learning (again!) that sometimes you have the muscle strength, but lack the neurological connection to activate and mobilize.
The focus of Pilates exercises is the perfect activity! And way more fun than navasana!
I am so excited to partner up with for a

Rocket 1+mat Pilates workshop

23 October 2026, 7:30-9:30 pm

Learn Pilates exercises specifically designed to ignite your Rocket practice.

28/08/2026

Of course I am doing handstands, but those were pretty easy even with a wicked case of arthritis.

2 new hips from , and HOURS of patience from and here we are.

My practice on the outside the last few years looked pretty bad. Some bits still do. But things change on the inside before they change on the outside.

Every time you show up you get stronger. And you’re already stronger thank you THINK you are.

I am back to full teaching speed. And then some. In London and of course my morning zoom.

53 feels a lot like 33 this year! Special shout out to for the deeeeep sleep I am getting now. Ditch the vegan protein powder- it’s useless!

It’s been a hot minute since I have taught a workshop in London. This one is going to be so fun. In the vein of teach...
17/08/2026

It’s been a hot minute since I have taught a workshop in London. This one is going to be so fun. In the vein of teaching what I practice, i am teaming up with the amazing Leslie Abrahams, who I have been working with post double hip ops. If you have seen me lately, you have seen how well it’s going!!!

In this 2-hour workshop, mat Pilates will be woven into the practice to activate, strengthen, and mobilise your body for the classic Rocket 1 sequence (Sun Salutations, Standing and Seated poses, inversions, and arm balances).

Rocket Yoga is designed to get beginners stronger. Pilates brilliantly strengthens and mobilises the areas needed for the rocket poses: the core, hips, and shoulders. You will feel the muscles you need to fire up, and the ones to release, as you get stronger and find grace and ease in the most challenging poses. Learn some take-home exercises to fuel your rocket practice.

Best for those with some experience in either yoga or Pilates, without significant injuries or limited mobility; adventurous beginners welcome. Many modifications will be given. All props will be available at the workshop.

Amme practised with Larry Schultz most weekdays in San Francisco for almost a decade (1999-2007). She completed the 200 hr training in January 2001 and the first Rocket Training in 2002. It’s been Rocket ever since. After 30 years of saying she hated Pilates, she changed her mind after a few months working with Leslie Abrahams getting back to rocket speed after a double hip replacement.

Larry Schultz, the creator of Rocket Yoga, was influenced by Pilates.

Who better to learn the best mat exercises you can take home from than Master Pilates Trainer Leslie Abrahams?

Leslie brings 28 years of experience as a physio and 20 years of studying, teaching, and presenting Pilates. Most recently, he has helped Amme rebuild her body after years waiting for a double hip replacement, using hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, Pilates, and hands-on work. This multidisciplinary approach, combined with the eye of a trained expert, deep intuition, and a strong personal practice, makes Leslie one of the best in his field.

Yes we are having a great time! It’s such a treat to work with this amazing team of teachers. And wow- the TT group - ...
14/07/2026

Yes we are having a great time! It’s such a treat to work with this amazing team of teachers. And wow- the TT group - they are amazing. 25 years of teaching and I still wonder what it is I am teaching! What is yoga?! I don’t think yoga can be pinned down, but I am loving the discussions.

MISSION Marcus Veda Yoga EmilyMergYoga Magdalena Fors

Yes we are having a great time! It’s such a treat to work with this amazing team of teachers. And wow- the TT group - ...
14/07/2026

Yes we are having a great time! It’s such a treat to work with this amazing team of teachers. And wow- the TT group - they are amazing. 25 years of teaching and I still wonder what it is I am teaching! What is yoga?! I don’t think yoga can be pinned down, but I am loving the discussions.

MISSION Marcus Veda Yoga EmilyMergYoga Magdalena Fors

26/06/2026

I’ve been in this thing for three days straight.

I thought infrared rocket was an amazing idea back when I was crippled with arthritis. It’s even better post hip replac...
18/06/2026

I thought infrared rocket was an amazing idea back when I was crippled with arthritis. It’s even better post hip replacement. Recovery time, performance, heart rate, collagen… do your own googling! Or even better try it and see how you feel.

This photo is after rocket 2 MISSION Adventurous beginner friendly. Crazy levitaters welcome (Canadian Sam!). Thank you for saying yes to it.

Obvs it’s intense, but it is accessible. Rocket yoga is an advanced practice for BEGINNERS. You are not learning how to follow instructions, you are learning to listen to your internal guidance system.

Rocket yoga is a STATE OF MIND.

Thank you doesricecare for the label suggestion!

Jennifer Lewis and I met during our 200 hr. Seriously- that’s the reason to do a training. The friends. The lifestyle...
18/06/2026

Jennifer Lewis and I met during our 200 hr. Seriously- that’s the reason to do a training. The friends. The lifestyle. Anyhoo- I’m cutting off my pontificating and just going to say wow. What a treat. Thank you yoga. So many friends. So many experiences. Towards the end of Larry’s reign in SF, he used to say stop asking what yoga can do for you, and ask what can you do for yoga. Yes he was paraphrasing another quote.

that was one of the things that I never fully assimilated, or maybe a better way to say it is that it was difficult for me to understand, until maybe today. Just like it was difficult for me to understand what he meant by living the question at first.

25 years later, and with the benefit of having one of my three amazing blonde girlfriends that I met during my first 200 hour with Larry, hang out in London with her gorgeous family and come to class, and of course the amazing input from my students (no questions no answers), I am wondering what do I give to yoga? It’s not just how to do a handstand!

Yoga is a life choice. A decision to eat the food, not the menu.

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Special shoutout to Katie Cariffe who was there with us leading the way and keeping Larry on track.

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