Tess Bickerstaff, 53, opened Norwich Yoga Central at its current home in Orford Place in August 2021.
The spacious retreat spans two studios and two treatment rooms with a range of classes and experiences on offer, from beginners' yoga to drama skills for confidence, to a women's motorbike day.
Tess launched Norwich Yoga Central three years ago (Image: Tess Bickerstaff)
Tess, from Mattishall, had suffered from crippling anxiety and depression for many years before she discovered yoga.
"I know that it is a cliche, but that first class was a life-changing experience for me.
"Yoga was my saviour. I know how powerful it is and I'd like to give back."
After Tess suffered a relationship break-up in 2019, she found herself at a crossroads in which she could invest in a property to live in or launch a yoga business.
The current studio is in Orford Place in the city (Image: Tess Bickerstaff)
Norwich Yoga Central was launched shortly after.
Now, nearly three years on, Tess has announced a big change for the business.
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"We will be moving to a more appropriate setting at the start of July," said Tess.
"We are going to open the only downstairs studio in the city.
"It will be a slightly smaller space than we have now but I will be able to host a lot more events, including chair yoga and classes for older women."
Norwich Yoga Central will open at 17 Ber Street in July (Image: Google)
The business will be moving into the ground floor of 17 Ber Street, the former home of ETT Marcomms and between John Lewis and Ciscoe's, on July 1.
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"It's not just yoga here - we are a community of support," said Tess.
"Norwich Yoga Central is a happy place, full of love and support for anyone of any age."
Tess will be hosting a launch party on June 28 from 4pm, with discounts available on summer workshops - including a beach superflow vinyasa - and classes.
Yoga studio announces shake-up ahead of summer relocation
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Tess Bickerstaff, 53, opened Norwich Yoga Central at its current home in Orford Place in August 2021.
The spacious retreat spans two studios and two treatment rooms with a range of classes and experiences on offer, from beginners' yoga to drama skills for confidence, to a women's motorbike day.
Tess launched Norwich Yoga Central three years ago (Image: Tess Bickerstaff)
Tess, from Mattishall, had suffered from crippling anxiety and depression for many years before she discovered yoga.
"I know that it is a cliche, but........
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