Yoga Spotlight On… Christine Yeoman

the power of hope, Yoga Community, yoga journey, yoga spotlight

Yoga Spotlight On… Christine Yeoman

Christine Yeoman, 70, is proof that yoga keeps you young—she’s been practicing for 40 years and still almost the last on the dance floor at parties! Generous to a fault, she opens her home with coffee and cake after class and is a master of appliqué. Read her Spotlight and see how she blends yoga,…

Jordanna Campbell

June 25, 2025

4–5 minutes

Yoga Story

Name: Christine Yeoman

Age: 70

Occupation: Retired

How do you know Jordanna? Yoga

Which of her classes do you go to and how long have you been going to her classes?

I go to Jordanna’s 7am sessions Monday to Friday , Tuesday evenings at Chedburgh and Wednesday mornings at Risby .

Introduction:

Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got into yoga?

I was brought up in Leamington Spa/Warwick in the Midlands then spent a few years in London and St Albans until settling in Cambridge for 40 years and raising a family before moving to Bury St Edmunds three and a half years ago. Two children a boy and a girl and two grandchildren.

Yoga Journey:

What motivated you to start practicing yoga?

I began practicing yoga in my 20’s and have been attending classes on and off since then depending upon whether or not I could find the right teacher for me.

How has yoga positively impacted your life?

Like most of us there have been many stressful and difficult times along the way and Yoga has always provided that calming influence and focus.

Favourite Yoga Pose:

I love Salute to the Sun as I find it to be a joyful and uplifting sequence as well as a great discipline.

Least Favourite Yoga Pose:

Reclining Pigeon because I find it so uncomfortable, probably because I have short arms!

Off the Mat:

Aside from yoga, what are your other interests or hobbies?

I love to cook for ‘get togethers’, family or otherwise. I also enjoy quilting and applique which brings me into the company of some very lovely ladies.

How do you balance your yoga practice with other aspects of your life?

Sometimes it’s very difficult as life gets in the way and like most of us, we don’t always put our own needs first. However, I am getting much better at it since joining Jordanna’s community .

Mind-Body Connection:

How does yoga influence your mental and emotional well-being?

I use yoga regularly to calm myself when my mind and body just wants to ‘react’ to a situation.

Have you noticed any changes in your mindset since starting yoga?

Yes, I am much calmer and more accepting of what life brings, good or otherwise.

Community Involvement:

How did you become a part of this yoga community?

After coming to Bury St Edmunds three and a half years ago I wanted to get back to Yoga which I hadn’t practiced for a few years so I searched for yoga classes online which were held in village halls where there is, as a rule, always parking. I found Jordanna’s class in Risby and have never looked back.

Are there any community events or activities that you particularly enjoy?

All of it. Workshops, one-day retreats, outdoor yoga, hosting coffee and cake after class sometimes on a Wednesday.

Wellness Practices:

Do you have any other wellness practices that complement your yoga routine?

I like to meditate, though I find it difficult to get all those chattering monkeys out of my head. Though on occasion, when I have managed to ‘be in the moment ‘, I have felt a great sense of peace.How do you maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle?

I am a great believer in cooking from scratch whenever possible and do not consume highly processed foods. I eat a wide variety of vegetables, fruit, grains, herbs and spices and walk our dog most days and try very hard at not getting stressed. Easier said than done 😊