Help us bring Om Studio & Café to life
We’ve just launched our crowdfunding campaign to help us grow into our next exciting chapter – and we’d love for you to be part of it!
We’re taking over the old Elves and the Shoemaker kids’ shoe shop on Burgate and turning it into a warm, welcoming wellbeing centre – a place for movement, rest, connection, and community.
Om Studio has been open for just over a year now, and in that time, we’ve hosted hundreds of yoga and mindful movement classes, plus some truly magical events – from women’s circles to workshops that bring people together and help them feel good in their bodies and minds.
Now, we’re ready to expand – not just in size, but in heart.
This next space is something really special. It’s light-filled, homely, and full of potential to become a sanctuary in the city – a space for people of all ages and walks of life to feel welcome, supported, and at home.
(The current Om Studio Canterbury)
(The space currently)
Welcome to Om Studio & Café – a sanctuary for movement, connection, and nourishment. Housed in a charming two-storey space, you’ll find a beautiful café downstairs designed for relaxation, conversation, and community. Upstairs, a light-filled studio awaits – a peaceful haven for yoga, dance, and workshops that nourish both body and mind.
What you can expect from our new Om Studio & Café:
- Over 25 yoga and movement classes a week – from energising flows to gentle restorative sessions, with something for every body and every level. We’ll also host dance classes and other movement workshops that bring creativity and fun into the mix. Our incredible team of teachers have many years of experience combined, and they’re just as wonderful as they are skilled.
- A small retail spot offering local foods, delicious treats to take home, and a range of thoughtful gifts. From handmade goodies to wellness products and locally sourced food, it will be a place to pick up something special, support local makers, and treat yourself or a loved one.
- Regular events and workshops that support self-care, creativity, and connection – from supper clubs and community events to book clubs, craft workshops, and flower arrangement sessions. The list goes on – and we’ve got so many more ideas!
- Om Studio & Café will be a wellbeing space and café offering delicious breakfast and lunch options. Whether you just want a quick snack to take away, or you want to stay a little longer and enjoy the space with friends or family, we’ve got something for everyone. The café will be a place to gather, relax, and feel at home.
(Om Café)
(Om Cafe Mood board)
(Proposed layout for the cafe)
(The upstairs Yoga studio)
Our Ethos:
At Om Studio, we believe that wellbeing should be accessible, joyful, and community-led. We’re creating a space that’s inclusive, heart-led, and relaxed – where you can turn up just as you are, take a breath, and know you belong. Whether you’re here for a class, a coffee, or just to connect with others, we want Om Studio & Café to be a place where everyone feel comfortable and welcome.
Our family-friendly ethos is at the heart of everything we do.
We’re proud to offer affordable yoga classes, with concessions available for those who may not have disposable income. Everyone should have access to movement, wellness, and community. Our classes are open to all, with options for every age and ability.
We’re also committed to running family-oriented groups, making the space especially welcoming for parents, carers, and little ones. Our hope is that Om Studio becomes a true hub for wellbeing in Canterbury – a space that offers not just classes, but a community of like-minded people who feel supported, empowered, and at home.
Want to support the dream?
We’ve got the building, we’ve got the vision – now we just need a little help to get started and bring it all to life.
We’re raising funds to help us begin the transformation and open the doors of Om Studio & Café by this summer. I’ve used my savings and every little penny I have to secure the space – and now we’re asking for your support so we can start the real work of turning this old shop into a beautiful, welcoming home for wellbeing.
The space needs quite a bit of work before we can open, including:
- New W/C facilities
- Café kitchen refurbishment & equipment
- New lighting throughout the building
- Furniture and cosy touches to make it feel like home
We’re planning to do as much of the work as we can ourselves, and the total cost is around £15,000 – so we’re hoping to raise a portion of that through this campaign.
Every single pound helps us take a step closer to creating this space – and we’re deeply grateful for any support you can give.
About Annabelle (founder of Om)
Annabelle is the owner and founder of Om Studio, a warm and welcoming yoga and wellbeing space in the heart of Canterbury. After working as a nanny in London for over 10 years and later becoming a postnatal doula, Annabelle has always been passionate about supporting others and creating spaces where people feel safe, seen, and part of something meaningful.
(That's me)
With a deep love for Canterbury and a long-held dream of opening a community-focused space, Om Studio was born from a desire to bring people together through movement, connection, and care. Coming from a family background in hospitality, building a space like this feels like a natural next step – combining her love of people, community, and wellbeing under one roof.
Om Studio is Annabelle’s heart project – a space that reflects her belief in inclusivity, kindness, and the power of feeling at home, just as you are.
This project is a true labour of love, and I can’t wait to share the finished space with all of you.
If you believe in community, kindness, and creating a place where everyone feels like they belong – we’d love for you to be part of this next chapter.
Let’s build it together.
Rewards
x 3 - Donate £1000 gets 6 month unlimited membership
+ An OM Members club Coffee mug and a free coffee with each visit
+ 3 x 45min 1:1 Yoga session
(Present your OM Members mug & get a 10% discount with any future purchases in OM Cafe)
x 5 - Donate £750 get 6 month Unlimited membership
+ An OM Members club Coffee mug and a free coffee with each visit (Present your OM Members mug & get a 10% discount with any future purchases in OM Cafe)
x 5 - Donate £500 get 6 month Unlimited membership
+ An OM Members club Coffee mug
(Present your OM Members mug & get a 10% discount with any future purchases in OM Cafe)
x 10 - Donate £250 get 3 months Unlimited Membership
+ 1 x 1:1 Yoga session
x 20 - Donate £100 get 1 month membership
+ 1 x 45min 1:1 Yoga session
Any other donations will go into a draw.
Draw Prizes:
1 x 3 Month OM Membership
1 x 45min 1:1 Yoga session
5 x OM Member Coffee mug - (Present your OM Members mug & get a 10% discount with any future purchases in OM Cafe)