About Kalma Life Gateshead and North Durham
Hi, I’m Emma, owner of Kalma Life Gateshead & North Durham, providing children’s yoga, baby yoga and baby massage classes across Gateshead, North Durham and the surrounding areas. Our classes are designed to support children’s physical, emotional and social development while creating fun, memorable experiences for the whole family.
My journey with Kalma Life began during maternity leave after the birth of my daughter, Esme. Looking for activities we could enjoy together, I discovered Kalma Life baby yoga and quickly fell in love with the classes and the positive impact they had on both of us. Inspired by that experience, I made the decision to retrain and pursue a career working with children and families, bringing the benefits of yoga and wellbeing to others in our community.
I am fully trained, insured, enhanced DBS checked, and hold first aid and safeguarding qualifications. Kalma Life is also proud to hold Gold Accreditation from the Children’s Activities Association, giving parents confidence that every class is delivered to the highest standards.
Supporting me is a fantastic team of children’s yoga teachers, including Laura, Katie, Emma H, Beth, Steph and Hayley. Beth is currently on maternity leave. Each member of the team brings their own experience as parents and childcare professionals, along with a genuine passion for helping children thrive. From nursery settings and childhood studies to primary school teaching, our team shares a commitment to creating welcoming, supportive classes where children can build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy quality time with their families.
Together, we are proud to offer baby massage, baby yoga, toddler yoga, children’s yoga and family yoga classes across Gateshead and North Durham. We look forward to welcoming you and your little yogis to the wonderful world of Kalma Life.
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Meet the Team!
Meet the amazing team behind your local Kalma Life.
Emma
Hi! I’m Emma and I run children’s yoga classes as well as baby yoga and baby massage across the Gateshead West and North Durham area.
A bit about me
After giving birth to my daughter Esme in March 2017 I was keen to get out and about with her making the most of my maternity leave and socialising with other mums. It was then that I discovered Kalma Life baby yoga and decided to join in with the classes which we both absolutely loved. I’m so excited to be able to offer that and other benefits to parents and children.
Whilst working in the retail industry I decided to retrain in the education sector, and so when the position with Kalma Life came up it was ideal. I couldn’t turn down the opportunity to run my own business, whilst working with children, and still spending lots of quality time with Esme. I am fully trained and insured whilst holding first aid and safe guarding certificates and I have a enhanced DBS. Kalma Life are also proud owners of a GOLD accreditation from the Children’s Activity Association.
Beth
Hello! I’m Beth. I’m so excited to be teaching yoga to babies, toddlers and children with Kalma Life. I’m a qualified primary school teacher with 8 years of experience as a class teacher in the early years and KS1 and I love to practise yoga myself. I’m married and have a son called Ned, who is 2 and a half. I absolutely loved taking Ned to the baby and toddler yoga sessions, and I’m so excited to be able to share my love for children’s yoga with other parents and children! These classes were such a highlight of the week for us during the early days of sleepless nights and busy days, and I’m so excited to share in that journey with others and create the happy and calming space that we enjoyed so much I can’t wait to get started and get out and about meeting you all soon
Emma H
Hello! I’m Emma, and I can’t wait to meet you and your little one at one of the Kalma Life yoga classes.
I’m a qualified primary school teacher with over 15 years’ experience, mainly working in Early Years and Key Stage 1.
I’m married and have two lovely girls, Thea and Harper. I absolutely loved taking them to baby and toddler yoga classes when they were younger. The sessions were always fun, relaxed and something we really looked forward to each week. The benefits for the girls were amazing and helped spark their ongoing love of movement and sport.
I’m so excited to share that fun, positive experience with other families and to be part of your little one’s journey.
I can’t wait to meet you soon.
Emma 💜
Hayley
Hello! I’m Hayley, I’m so excited to be teaching yoga to babies, toddlers and children with Kalma Life
I have a little yogi of my own. I absolutely loved taking my daughter to the baby and toddler yoga sessions, and I’m so excited to be able to share my love for children’s yoga with other parents and children! These classes were such a highlight of the week for us during the early days of sleepless nights and busy days, and I’m so excited to share in that journey with others and create the happy and calming space that we enjoyed so much
I can’t wait to get started and get out and about meeting you all soon
Hayley x
Steph
Hi I am married and have 2 children Charlotte who is 4 and Albie who is only 9 months old. I have a degree in childhood studies and care and education and have worked in nurseries for 10 years. I have a huge passion for working with children and when I saw this opportunity I couldn’t turn it down- it’s what I’ve always wanted to do! I’ve personally attended classes with my daughter when she was younger and knew how fun they were but also the many health benefits of attending classes. My daughter was late developer at walking and classes really helped build up her leg strength! I’m so excited to be a part of Kalma life and excited to start a new career path. Can’t wait to see you all!
Katie J
I’m Katie and I’m excited to be teaching children and teens yoga as part of the Kalma Life holiday clubs.
I have 16 years teaching experience and have enjoyed having fun with the children during the holiday clubs this summer teaching yoga and making some amazing craft projects!
I hold an enhanced DBS, I am fully trained and hold first aid and safe guarding certificates.
I absolutely love the holidays clubs and cannot wait to see you all at the next HAF!
Laura
I’m Laura and I’m excited to be teaching children and teens yoga as part of the Kalma Life holiday clubs.
I have 20 years teaching experience and have enjoyed having fun with the children during the holiday clubs this summer teaching yoga and making some amazing craft projects!
I hold an enhanced DBS, I am fully trained and hold first aid and safe guarding certificates.
I absolutely love the holidays clubs and cannot wait to see you all at the next HAF!
Katie
I’m Katie and I’m excited to be teaching children and teens yoga as part of the Kalma Life holiday clubs.
I have 16 years teaching experience and have enjoyed having fun with the children during the holiday clubs this summer teaching yoga and making some amazing craft projects!
I hold an enhanced DBS, I am fully trained and hold first aid and safe guarding certificates.
I absolutely love the holidays clubs and cannot wait to see you all at the next HAF!
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