Yoga Retreat Day in Ingram Valley

Lyn’s recent yoga retreat day in Ingram Village Hall was a brilliantly organised and joyous event: a mix of yoga, qigong, walking, breath practice, rest, laughter, meditation and chanting. The venue is comfortable and cosy at any time of year, but the bonus of a beautiful summer’s day meant we had lunch, tea and cake in the garden, plus a short ramble along the valley. We packed a lot into the day, but always with an atmosphere of peace, community, fun and positivity.

Lyn teaches slow, mindful yoga, promoting relaxation, self-awareness and the connection between mind and body. Her approach is warm, generous and inclusive. She has an exceptional ability to create an atmosphere of community and well-being, finding ways throughout the day for each of us move easily, whatever our aches or limitations.

I went home feeling calm and light, more able to let go of unnecessary niggles and worries. Yoga is said to be good for the mind, body and spirit and anyone on Lyn’s recent retreat day would surely have agreed.

Last summer, my husband and I booked a lovely break away to Northumberland.  It was a self-catering option, but I wanted a bit of indulgence and pampering.

I was lucky enough to discover Lyn Watson and what a treasure that was! A Northumberland discovery: Lyn was our gateway to the Cheviots, a massage after a few days of exploring, what a treat!

Lyn was warm and friendly – the usual qualities of a therapist; but what made Lyn different was the generosity in which she wanted to support and repair me.  In the space of an hour and a half, I felt incredible, the underlying medical conditions were put into abeyance, and I danced away feeling so much physically better than I had done in weeks.  If you are a regular visitor to Lyn, you will know that – but what a discovery on our break.  Lyn transformed our mini break, the beautiful landscape and a healing session with Lyn really made it.  It was so good; I booked my husband for a session (he’s not into this sort of thing as a rule).  My husband came back and raved about how brilliant Lyn was.

Anyone who is a visitor to Wooler or the surrounding area, should book Lyn as part of their holiday itinerary, you will not be disappointed.

Visitor from Northamptonshire

Today I got dressed standing up…..I know, no biggie for most people but for the first time in
nearly 4 years I could dress myself without pain.
The treatment BeActivated 123 may not be the cure all for the Long Covid I have been suffering, the fatigue and energy crashes still have to be managed carefully through pacing and “radical resting”, as well as continuing the raft of supplements and brain-based exercises I have been using; however I would have given just about anything to have just one day, one hour or even one minute without the pain of bodily inflammation caused by Long Covid.
I experienced pain in just about every nerve, joint and fibre of my body, sometimes very little, sometimes to an almost unbearable level. There seemed no rhyme or reason, the pain went where it wanted, and made movement virtually impossible without prescription medication.
I gradually weaned myself off as many of the medications as I could as I became more aware that the medical profession were equally in the dark as I and were simply offering palliative treatments. I wanted more, I wanted to feel I had some control over my body and my life.
And so to Lyn. I already knew Lyn as a very special yoga teacher and therapist, even so, it took me a while to consider that the BeActivated 123 treatment could be for me as I had by then become cynical that any intervention could help. I was encouraged by a friend who had had good results having had the treatment, and so I went.
Lyn proved to me that my body could and would respond if activated in the correct way, the treatment was robust and thorough and all the while Lyn talked me through what was happening and why. She held a safe space for me to feel…pain, emotion, relief.
I left her feeling like I was learning to walk afresh, hold myself correctly, treat myself with more care and respect….and I could manage stairs.
Today I got dressed standing up….and it wasn’t until I was putting the kettle on that I realised I had trundled down the stairs without a second thought.

Lyn introduced me to the BeActivated 123 treatment several months ago and I must say, the effects have been astonishing.

It involves the activation (by applying pressure) of neuro-lymphatic zones throughout the body allowing much greater, freer and more comfortable movement.
I had a lot of pain, tension and stiffness in my hips and lower back which was having a detrimental impact on my life, my ability to move or do any exercise.
However, after a thorough assessment and treatment with Lyn, plus her support in creating a daily routine for me, I can honestly say I am much more mobile and, amazingly, pain free!
This system really works!!

Adding in the breathing really helps in working through the pain, allowing your body to relax and release tension. For the first time in many months, I am pain free, comfortably mobile and have a sense of control over my own health, all through Lyn’s therapy, teaching and support. I can walk, cycle, do yoga and my gardening without needing a week to recover!

Lyn is an intuitive and increasingly experienced practitioner of this amazing technique and I recommend both as highly as possible.

I have been to see Lyn a couple of times in her beautiful welcoming home. I wanted to get some help with an injury to enable me to keep going forward with firstly recovery and secondly well being. I’ve learnt so much already, these two go hand in hand and I can’t recommend Lyn highly enough. She is working on me using the Be Activated 123 fitness and pain relief method that works on the whole body. Please try it – she is absolutely brilliant and it really does work. Your body literally does change! It works on pain relief, flexibility and loads more.  She is interesting and interested and listens to you and your body.  There are huge benefits from this method, I am a total convert.
She is just great.
CWM

I have only had two Ayurvedic Aromatherapy Massages from Lyn so far, but have realised very quickly that here is a special lady with exceptional talents. Lyn is professional, knowledgeable, genuine and intuitive, offering a personally tailored holistic treatment from top to toe.
A warm and friendly welcome is followed by a gentle but thorough evaluation in a calm and inviting space, nothing is hurried. This then leads to a divine massage incorporating techniques perfected over many years, attuned to leave you bonelessly relaxed, calmed, cleansed, soothed and surrounded in warmth, softness, safety and peace. Time just seems to stand still!

I cannot recommend Lyn highly enough and will be making a massage with her a regular event. She gives the best massages I have ever experienced.

A fantastic experience. Lyn. was highly professional and certainly knew her stuff. Was given a look over to ascertain any aches, pains and inconsistencies in my body. Then had a mega treatment of manipulation and massage and therapy. Afterwards Lyn gave me tips and exercises to do at home along with breathing and relaxation techniques. Felt wonderful afterwards and at night went to bed super early and had the deepest sleep ever. I’m going back a week after then for a monthly treatment to keep it up.

I visited Lyn a few weeks back for my first Thai Yoga Massage and have been trying to formulate the correct review ever since. It’s not easy to describe adequately the feeling of complete relaxation and utter peace I got from this incredible experience. I’m a woman of mature years with more than my share of health issues – which pretty much dictate what I can and can’t do. Having had various massages in the past I’ve found that after about 40 mins I’m fidgety and wondering what I’ve got in the fridge for our supper….. 

I had 1.5 hours of pure – and this is where I struggle – relaxed, at-one-with-everything, blissful just ‘being’. Her training and indeed natural ability allows much more than just your average treatment. It has been for me a revelation and all I could think of as we neared the end  is that I NEED to have this in my life. 

I’m a glass half empty person due in part to a health condition, but I drove home thinking I could once again tackle Weetwood bank!  My body and mind was refreshed and ready to go – almost! 

I heartily recommend this to all of you out there who need to reconnect with that person you know you can be. Try it!  

If you are considering a massage, please try Lyn’s blissful Ayurvedic Thai Yoga massage. I had one today, and after years of receiving therapy and also practicing therapy, I can honestly say that this was a unique experience. You will be massaged from toe to head, rocked and moved gently in a flow of movement. You will experience acupressure and immediate tension release, the experience culminates in a beautiful face and head massage. This is a holistic, personalised and nurturing treatment from a wonderful experienced practitioner. I will definitely be back! 

I have been coming to Lyn for a few years now and can highly recommend all her lovely massages (especially the aromatherapy one) which always leave me feeling completely invigorated and relaxed.  Lyn is a wonderful therapist, so calming, love her positivity and she is very thorough too. I have been having problems on and off with lower back pain and toe issues due to arthritis and I always feel so much better after Lyn has worked her magic! I can highly recommend Lyn and her treatments, also her yoga classes too. Really look forward to my next massage, thank you Lyn and it was sooo lovely to catch up with you as well after so long.  Until the next time xxxxx