Save our Studio & help us build our community hub

by Falmouth Yoga Space in Falmouth, Cornwall, United Kingdom

We did it
On 22nd May 2023 we successfully raised £7,185 with 130 supporters in 28 days

To raise enough money to cover the additional costs of taking on the entire building lease, renovating the bathroom & creating a health hub

by Falmouth Yoga Space in Falmouth, Cornwall, United Kingdom

 New stretch target

If we raise extra funds we will be able to renovate the bathroom and look to start our community yoga therapy workshops and courses which we hope to offer at a reduced cost to ensure everyone who needs yoga can access it. 


ABOUT US

Falmouth Yoga Space was born on Killigrew street eight years ago and we hope we have touched many peoples lives in a positive way during that time.

The studio offers a range of classes from dynamic vinyasa through to therapeutic yoga and gentle styles such as yin and restorative. We also host regular workshops, seasonal retreats and yoga teacher training courses. 

We often offer free or reduced class passes to those struggling financially, we run regular charity fundraising events and we are all passionate about supporting our local foodbank (and have organised many foodbank drives over the years).

Throughout the pandemic we moved online and our offering included a weekly free class to support mental health and another free lunchtime class for people working from home. We also offered a free weekly kids yoga class that zoomed into houses and classrooms around Cornwall. 

As the above video mentions, the aim of Falmouth Yoga Space has always been to create a yoga community and ensure that yoga is accessible to everyone in that community by keeping our prices reasonable (and offering special discounts for those suffering financial difficulty)1678800106_falmouth-yoga-space-may-photos-39.jpg

THE CHALLENGE WE FACE

The last three years have been a challenge, as they have been for many small businesses in Falmouth and we very nearly made the decision to close the studio doors in June this year due to the current economic climate. 

However, we have been given a bit of a lifeline but with it comes responsibility  for the entire building, including what is currently the clinic and small studio at the back of the yoga space. 

This means finding an extra £7,000 and of course additional costs for utilities and more.  So we are taking a risk that we can take on the new business (therapy rooms) and make the whole shebang work as one amazing space!

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WHERE WILL THE MONEY BE SPENT

The money raised will allow us to cover the rent of the clinic and thereby also keep the studio doors open.  

Our aim with the clinic is as follows:

- Support the amazing group of therapists who currently work out of the studio and provide our community with healing therapies such as physio, osteopathy, sports massage and more, so they have a space to continue to work from.

- Utilise the small studio for evening classes in other movement modalities such as dance and Pilates.

- Create a yoga therapy space offering workshops and courses for a variety of people in our community at a reduced cost. For example yoga for long covid, trauma informed yoga, yoga for mental health, yoga for addiction and more. Thereby ensuring yoga is accessible to everyone who needs it.

- Merge the two businesses together so it is one big collective community of people who offer yoga, movement and therapies.

We would also like to use some of the funds raised to renovate the bathroom and increase heating in the space.

As you will know if you have ever set foot in FYS, we are passionate about creating community, ensuring everyone feels welcome, offering the highest level of classes & teacher training and sharing more than just the physical yoga. We hope we can continue to do that for at least another 8 years but we need your help!

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Please take a look at the rewards on offer, whether you live in Falmouth or elsewhere on the planet, there is something for everyone. And if you are a little tight of funds yourself, we would appreciate it if you could simply share our crowdfunder far and wide!

And here's a pic of our cool tops featured in our rewards, should you wonder what they look like! 

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TESTIMONIALS

Falmouth Yoga Space is an amazing yoga space and has a very vibrant and inclusive yoga community. Not only have I taken classes here,  but I also learnt to be a yoga teacher here and taught my own classes at the space. I have enjoyed so many different types of yoga classes, workshops and training events here. All the teachers have a real depth of knowledge and experience to share. The yoga space will always hold a very special place in my heart as it has helped me through some challenging times in my life. It has given me the tools to navigate my high-paced and often stressful life and created a safe space in which to practise yoga and meet new friends. - Ness Farnell

Falmouth Yoga Space is more than just a yoga studio. In 2015, when I was lost and struck by grief; this space became my 'home.' Not only did I rekindle my love for the physical practice of yoga and the benefits of wellness that brings. I also gained a community. My journey of self discovery and self belief began. Keren holds a non-judgemental space in which learning can flourish, creativity can flow, friendships can be made and a sense of belonging can be established. FYS allows me to roll out my mat, find space, laugh and feel anchored. I am forever grateful for Keren and the space she provides for everyone to feel welcome and to taste the menu of yoga for every-single-body. - Bess Fox

Falmouth Yoga Space is the beating heart of Cornwall’s authentic, wise, connected and truly heart full yoga community. Keren Cooksey and Amanda Brown have 60+ years of yoga studies between them and there’s not much they don’t know. The teacher training program is conscious, current and transformative. Hands down the best thing I have ever done. If you want to drop in, stay a while, or embark in teacher training, you can be sure of a warm welcome. Honoured to be a part of this community that cares passionately about the world around us and embodies the roots of yoga. - Emily Boriosi 


Before Falmouth Yoga Space opened I had always been intrigued by yoga but was never sure where to go, or what to expect. So when a dedicated space became available I went to check it out, and left immediately hooked. I dove head first into the practice and was in awe of the tools it gave me to navigate emotional and mental health, human relationships and the extra colour it brought to the already beautiful parts of life. It also provided a wonderfully open and welcoming community, which I feel is something increasingly rare.

Since that first class I have spent innumerable hours at Falmouth Yoga Space and am now a qualified teacher myself. I can’t state strongly enough what an important role this business and Keren Cooksey in particular have played in my life, and the lives of so many others. - Sorrel Watson 

Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£50 or more

6 months access to our online class library

6 months access to our online library of yoga classes (new classes are added every month)

£10 or more

A Big Thank you

A thank you from us for helping

£10 or more

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Kids yoga class taught by Frank (and Keren)

Remember the fun of lockdown kids yoga? Join Frank (and Keren) in the studio or online for a special kids yoga session including stories, shapes and dancing! 40 minute class suitable for ages 5-10 Date to be confirmed but will be in summer holidays.

£15 or more

Tending the Heart Fire Online Class with Lucy M

‘Tending the Heart Fire’ An online (via Zoom) evening of practices to nourish, nurture and uplift our hearts. A full spectrum practice of asana, mudra, mantra and meditation all aimed at softening into the potent space of our hearts. Come away centred, soft, open & filled with your own innate radiance. Thursday 25th May, 7-830pm Book via the website shop or on the Crowdfunder page. Recording available

£25 or more

Online workshop bundle

Unlimited access to three online workshops: Lets chat about chaturanga Handstanding and Kali Ma

£30 or more

1 of 5 claimed

Personal Training Taster Session with Carrie

Enjoy a one hour personal training taster session with Carrie at the Gym Project and start hitting your summer fitness goals (PT sessions normally £35)

£35 or more

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Launch party ticket

Join us for the official launch party in the summer, meet the teachers and therapists, enjoy a glass of champagne and some nibbles and stay for a celebration kirtan.

£40 or more

Broga tee or Women Are Divine vest plus class

Choose between a broga t-shirt (grey), a WAD vest top (grey) or a BHAV vest (blue) and a yoga class of your choosing at the studio or online. Available in sizes S, M, L and XL. Products will be ordered once the crowdfunder ends, so please allow a little time for delivery.

£40 or more

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Private aerial group class with Ceri for 4 people

Enjoy a private aerial yoga session for you and 3 friends with Ceri Simmons at her private yoga space in Falmouth

£150 or more

3 of 5 claimed

3 month unlimited class pass

Come to as many classes as you like, online or in person, and save £75

£200 or more

0 of 1 claimed

Family Adventure Day at Porthpean Outdoor

An adventure like no other! Take your family of four to Porthpean outdoor during the summer holidays for a jam packed day of adventures both on and off the water - high ropes, climbing, SUP, kayaking and so much more! Your day will include lunch at Porthpean plus all equipment you will need for the instructor led activities. Why not book to stay the night in a local air bnb and enjoy a fun evening in Charlestown after your day.

£350 or more

0 of 5 claimed

6 month unlimited class pass

Come to as many classes as you can, online or in person, over the 6 month period and save £100

£450 or more

0 of 1 claimed

£500 voucher for a stay at Cornish Holiday Cottage

Whether it’s creekside retreats for hiding out, beachfront apartments for stepping out, or countryside boltholes for drying out by the fire – dogs and all. Take a look at their small curated collection of Cornwall cottages and holiday homes - and save on a stay in Cornwall this year with this voucher for £500. https://www.cornishholidaycottages.com/

£700 or more

0 of 5 claimed

12 month unlimited class pass

Yoga to your hearts content for the whole year! A big saving of £200!

£1,000 or more

0 of 1 claimed

Super supporter

Unlimited classes for a year, a space of every workshop we run, access to the online library forever and our eternal gratitude

£12 or more

3 of 3 claimed

Mystery pack of laser cut goodies - Pogofandango

Penryn based laser-cut card company, Pogofandango, are offer a mystery pack of STUNNING cards and pins worth £20

£20 or more

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Handmade macrame yoga strap

The cutest handmade macrame yoga strap made by Ana - check out the pics in the project description

£20 or more

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£20 voucher to spend in the TR7 Skateboard Shop

Hop onto https://tr7skate.co.uk/pages/shop-all-collections and browse the online shop - you can buy a beanie or t-shirt, or put the voucher towards a hoodie, deck, skate hardwear...loads to choose from, so take a look

£25 or more

1 of 1 claimed

Lunch for two at Great Wester Beach Complex

Lunch for two people plus a soft drink or cold beer at The awesome Great Western Beach Complex

£25 or more

1 of 1 claimed

£25 voucher to send at Jezebel Falmouth

£25 voucher to spend at the awesome Jezebel Falmouth across all the disciplines, services and products in the shop (tattoos, piercings, amazing funky gifts and Cornish made products...)

£25 or more

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Brunch for 2 at Espressini

Brunch for two people at the awesome Espressini to the value of £25

£25 or more

1 of 1 claimed

Bottle of Cornish Bubbles

A delicious bottle of classic cuvée from Knightor winery

£25 or more

1 of 1 claimed

Custom yoga inspired watercolour by local artist

A3 customer yoga inspired watercolour by local artist and yogi, Ella Ratcliff

£30 or more

1 of 1 claimed

One of a kind seal watercolour by local artist

A stunning watercolour by local artist Alice (@theladyseagoat on insta). The painting is 3inchx3inches and framed in a white washed wooden frame. See our instagram grid for an example of Alice's seal art

£35 or more

1 of 1 claimed

Stunning handmade dream catcher

Handmade by Hannah Loots, this stunning dream catcher is a one of a kind (pic in content)

£45 or more

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Wild Wisdom Goddess workshops with Kelly Kamm

Thank you to Kelly who is donating this online workshop series to three lucky people. What is a Wild Wisdom Goddess...She is untamed. She often dwells in the forest or at the fringes of society. She defies the status quo. She challenges the patriarchy. She loves moonlight, magic and wild animals. She dwells in your heart and is your teacher. Series of 11, 45 min workshops with unlimited access. £45 (normally $75 on Kelly's website)

£45 or more

1 of 1 claimed

5 class pass for Jasmine Tarkeshi's online class

Join the amazing Jasmine each Wednesday eve at 8pm UK time as she teaches her signature Lotus Flow class live from San Fran

£50 or more

4 of 4 claimed

Private Yoga class with Keren or Amanda

A one hour private yoga class with Keren or Amanda

£50 or more

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Tapas Platter for 2 at The Shed, Falmouth

Enjoy a tapas platter for two plus a bottle of house wine at The Shed, Events Square, Falmouth

£60 or more

4 of 4 claimed

Intimate harmonium course with Keren

Three week harmonium course with Keren - a small group of up to 4 people. We will come together over three weeks on a Sunday evening to learn the basics of playing the harmonium and some easy chants to play for your students or yourself!

£60 or more

1 of 1 claimed

6 month membership - Jacq St Pierre’s online

6 month membership to Jacq St Pierre’s online library of amazing classes. Jacq says…My classes ask you to return to the wisdom you have deep within, remind you not to take yourself too seriously, and always keep things interesting! https://mindfulish.org/

£60 or more

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6 month membership - Cole Chance Online

6 month membership for the amazing Cole’s online membership platform including classes, workshops and more Cole says ‘My hope is that what you find here not only helps to regulate your stress levels, sleep patterns, and tight muscles but also supports you in learning more about yourself. This is what yoga is truly about; it is a path to befriending ourselves.’ https://colechanceyoga.com/ccy-studio/

£70 or more

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Shack Stack for 2 at The Shack, Falmouth

Enjoy a Shack Stack for two plus a bottle of house wine at The Shack, Falmouth's most awesome seafood restaurant in events Square, Falmouth.

£85 or more

1 of 1 claimed

2 x one hour surf lessons followed by lunch

Great Western Beach complex are offering a surf lesson for two people (including wetsuit and board hire) followed by lunch and a drink (soft or enjoy a cold beer) in their awesome beachfront restaurant.

£250 or more

1 of 1 claimed

3 night glamping stay for family of 4

Macdonalds Farm near Padstow are offering a 3 night stay in one of their new glamping safari tents for a family of four PLUS a free animal tour. This prize will be redeemable this year anytime outside of school holidays. Worth £350, this is a absolute bargain! Visit https://www.macdonaldsfarm.co.uk/ for more info.

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