EIGHT women have gained their yoga teaching qualification thanks to Kendal's Deyna Hirst.

The course was held at Helsington and Brigsteer Village Hall and run by Deyna who was ‘delighted’ to bring this ancient way of living to South Lakeland and share knowledge she has gleaned over 20 years studying and teaching.

Ranging from 30-65, students learned that yoga is more than just exercise over weekend classes and self-study.

Two courses run next year in North and South Lakes with a yurt studio residential and a chance to go to India and train in the birthplace of yoga.

You can find out more by emailing innerfire@hotmail.co.uk or visiting www.innerfire.org.uk