Structured movement for schools, children,workplaces & retreats
Strength in body. Calm in mind.
Structured school programmes, childrenโs classes, workplace wellbeing sessions and retreat experiences designed to improve posture, mobility, confidence, strength, coordination and body awareness in a calm, supportive environment.
I work with schools, children, teens, adults and workplace teams through yoga, Pilates, breathwork, mobility and movement practices rooted in structure, awareness and sustainable progression rather than pressure, punishment or performance.
The goal is not perfection or performance. It is helping people feel stronger, calmer, more capable, and more comfortable in their body over time through movement that feels structured, supportive, and sustainable in real life.
Movement That Meets People Where They Are
Most people do not need another extreme fitness challenge, another intimidating environment, or another instructor treating movement like punishment.
Some arrive exhausted from sitting at a desk all day and realising their body feels older than it should. Some are rebuilding confidence after injury, stress, burnout, or long periods of inactivity. Some are children or teenagers who need movement without pressure, shouting, or the constant feeling they are being compared to everybody else in the room.
The work is different depending on the person, but the goal underneath it is usually the same: helping people feel stronger, calmer, more capable, and more comfortable in their own body again.
Yoga and Pilates are often associated purely with flexibility, but the reason I teach them is because they improve far more than that. Better posture, coordination, balance, strength, mobility, focus, stress regulation, body awareness, and confidence all sit underneath the surface of the practice when it is taught properly and approached consistently over time.
Everything I teach is built around structured progression, intelligent movement, nervous-system regulation, and helping people reconnect with their body in a way that feels sustainable rather than overwhelming.
Work With Me
School Movement Programmes
School movement programmes are available for primary and secondary schools in Nottingham and the surrounding areas.
Sessions are 45 minutes and combine yoga, Pilates and structured movement to support coordination, strength, balance, mobility, posture, focus, physical confidence, and body awareness.
Schools can begin with a 6-week movement programme, then continue into a 12-week term programme or ongoing weekly provision across the school year if the format works well.
The programme complements PE rather than replacing it. It gives pupils another route into movement, especially those who may benefit from a calmer, more structured and non-competitive environment.
Sessions are practical, active and age-appropriate. Pupils are not expected to be flexible, sporty, confident or coordinated before they begin. The point is to help them build those foundations gradually through clear teaching and safe progression.
Childrenโs & Teen Classes
I teach weekly yoga and Pilates classes for children and teens in West Bridgford for families looking for a calmer, more structured approach to movement.
Some students already love movement and sport but need better mobility, posture, coordination or body awareness alongside everything else they do. Others arrive quieter, more anxious, overstimulated or simply exhausted by environments where everything feels loud, rushed, competitive or performative all the time.
The classes are designed to create an environment where students can move, focus, build confidence and gradually feel more comfortable within themselves without pressure to perform or โkeep upโ with everyone else in the room.
Sessions focus on posture, coordination, mobility, confidence, balance, strength, focus and body awareness, with separate yoga and Pilates groups organised based on age, experience and registrations received.
Classes are suitable for beginners, sporty students, anxious students and those who simply need movement that feels more supportive and sustainable.
The taster class is ยฃ5.
Sit Happens - Corporate Programme
Sit Happens is a workplace wellbeing programme designed for desk-based teams across Nottingham and the surrounding areas.
Most workplace fatigue is treated as a motivation problem when, in reality, a large part of it is physical. People are expected to stay mentally sharp while remaining physically still for most of the day, and eventually concentration, posture, energy, movement quality, and stress levels start collapsing into each other.
This programme combines guided movement, mobility work, posture support, breathwork, and nervous-system regulation to help teams move better, think more clearly, and feel less physically wrecked by the end of the working day.
The sessions are structured, practical, and accessible for all levels. Nobody needs previous experience, flexibility, or an expensive matching activewear set that somehow costs more than a small car.
The goal is simply to create healthier, more sustainable working habits that people can actually maintain outside the session itself.
Retreats & Collaborations
Alongside classes and workplace sessions, I also collaborate with retreat spaces, creative venues, and wellness environments to deliver movement-based experiences rooted in calm, reflection, and presence.
Depending on the format and audience, sessions may include yoga, Pilates, guided movement, breathwork, meditation, journaling, or reflective creative practice. Some experiences are quieter and restorative, while others are more movement-focused and physically grounding.
The common thread underneath all of them is creating space for people to slow down properly for a while, reconnect with themselves, and step away from the constant noise and speed of modern life.
Formats range from half-day workshops to multi-day retreat experiences across the UK and Europe.
How It Feels
Teaching Principles
Strength before spectacle
build the basics properly before adding complexity. No party tricks.
Options for every body
layered variations mean you can modify or progress as needed. Beginners are welcome.
Clear cues. No noise
instructions you can actually follow, silence when you need it and no barked orders.
Nervous system first
regulate stress before chasing intensity. Breathwork and rest are nonโnegotiable
Progress you can feel
consistency over hype. Each session builds on the last.
Practical Details
Location: school programmes are available for primary and secondary schools in Nottingham and surrounding areas.
Childrenโs and teen classes are planned for West Bridgford and the surrounding areas.
Sit Happens is delivered on-site for workplaces across Nottingham and nearby locations.
Retreat and collaboration locations vary depending on venue and host.
Duration: most sessions run between 45โ60 minutes depending on the format, audience, and age group.
Who it is for: Schools
Children and teens
Adults
Beginners
Workplace teams
People returning to movement after injury or long breaks
Sporty and non-sporty participants alike
Bring: comfortable clothing, water, and a yoga mat where appropriate(no equipment needed for Sit Happens.)
Childrenโs class structure: childrenโs sessions are organised based on age, confidence, experience, and registrations received, with separate yoga and Pilates groups available.
School programme structure: school sessions can begin with a 6-week movement programme and may continue into term-based or ongoing weekly provision where appropriate.
Accessibility: adaptations can be offered for injuries, mobility concerns, and individual needs where appropriate.
About Viki
Iโm Viki Thorbjorn, an abstract artist, writer, and movement teacher based in Nottingham.
My work combines movement, art, writing, and emotional intelligence through experiences designed to help people reconnect with themselves in a more grounded and honest way.
I hold Level 3 Diplomas in Yoga and Pilates, a Childrenโs Fitness & Pilates qualification, safeguarding certification, meditation training, and an MA in Creative Practice.
Before all this, I was an athlete and founded a sports club, so structure, progression, and proper teaching are deeply built into how I work.
I take the work seriously, but I also think movement becomes far more effective when people stop feeling intimidated by it.
Contact
For class times, private sessions, or retreats, email me.
FAQs
No. Touching your toes is optional; keeping your spine happy is the goal
Yes. Clear instruction and layered options mean you can start from where you are and progress safely.
School sessions are 45 minutes. Most childrenโs, teen and adult sessions last 45โ60 minutes, with a warm-in, focused main phase and proper settle. Corporate sessions are usually one hour.
In most cases adaptations can be offered. Email me first and get clearance from your clinician if needed.
Yes. I offer structured school movement programmes for primary and secondary schools in Nottingham and surrounding areas. Sessions are 45 minutes and can begin as a 6-week movement programme before continuing into term-based or ongoing weekly provision.
Your mat, water and a light layer for the end of class. Blocks or straps are optional but useful.
Schools, children, teens, adults and workplace teams who want structured movement without pressure, punishment or performance. School programmes are designed for pupils, childrenโs classes are parent-facing, and Sit Happens is for workplace teams.
You will not be pushed or singled out. Options to pause or step aside are built in. Quiet is respected and consent comes first.
Clear, precise and a bit cheeky. Strong basics first, playful challenges second. Layered options, clean cues and real rest. Props are friends, not a sign of weakness. We laugh at wobbles and you leave steadier and in a better mood than you arrived.
I hold Levelโฏ3 Diplomas in Teaching Yoga and Teaching Pilates, a Level 2 Childrenโs Fitness & Pilates Instructor, Levelโฏ3 Safeguarding Children, a Meditation Teacher Diploma and M1NDโฏ101 Coach certification.
Yes. I run oneโtoโones and structured sessions for teams. Email me to arrange.
Across the UK and Europe with hosts who value depth, quiet and care. If you are a venue or organiser, contact me to plan.
Email me at hello [at] vikithorbjorn [dot] art and I’ll confirm availability, location, and next steps.
