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about

Tim Cummins

I’ve been practising yoga for 30 years now, and teaching for most of that time. For over a decade I taught at Triyoga in London, one of the UK’s leading yoga centres, where I was part of the teacher training faculty.

Over the years I’ve taught corporate classes, one-to-one private classes, workshops, retreats, and courses both in the UK and abroad. My teaching now centres around Shadow Yoga, which I’ve studied since 2000 under the guidance of its founder, Sundernath (Shandor Remete), and its director, Emma Balnaves. Their ongoing mentorship continues to shape how I practise and how I teach.

Alongside yoga, I’ve practised Qigong for many years and have a background in martial arts, which has added depth to my understanding of structure and internal power — qualities that are often overlooked in modern yoga.

I now live in South Somerset, where I run group classes in Frome and Bruton, alongside private tuition and acupuncture treatments. My teaching is practical, grounded, and informed by decades of study — not just in yoga, but also in Chinese medicine and the energetic patterns of the body.

Whether you’re new to yoga or looking to go deeper, I offer something more than just physical postures. This is an approach that develops breath, internal awareness, and clarity of movement — not for show, but to release long-held tension and help you feel more at home in your own body.

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What people say

Before I found Tim, I was ‘sacked’ by a yoga teacher who told me I “wasn’t flexible enough in mind or body” to do yoga.
Physically, I’m about as naturally flexible as a house brick.
I have lost count of the number of times I have claimed various postures were anatomically impossible for someone like me.
Yet with Tim’s way of explaining things and his ability to understand what I find difficult and how I might work my way forward, I have achieved progress, enjoyment and satisfaction that I (and my previous teacher!) thought was beyond me.

Tim consistently manages to convey the subtle in a very practical way. With a clear sense of the body and how it moves, he intelligently guides his students into their own rhythm. I always leave Tim’s classes feeling inspired and equipped with new tools for harmonising body, mind & soul.

Tim has been an incredible yoga teacher, imparting a deep understanding of Shadow Yoga that has enriched my practice in every class I attend.
His knowledge, patience, and dedication have guided me for many years, helping me develop not only my asanas but also a deeper appreciation of yoga philosophy. Through his teaching, I have gained insights that extend beyond the mat, influencing many aspects of my daily life.
I am truly grateful for his wisdom and the positive impact he has had on my yoga journey. Highly recommend!

Tim has been teaching my teenage son and stepson yoga for a few months and it’s been a huge success. They play a lot of sport and we thought it would be a great complimentary practice. They love their sessions with Tim and I would highly recommend to any other parents of teens.

Recommended!
I’ve been coming along to Tim’s classes for just over a year now, very enjoyable, very chilled & taught in a way that old buggers like me can grasp! Well worth it!

I’ve been attending Tim’s men’s yoga class for over a year, and it’s made a huge difference in my mobility. Helped me level up all my other sports, especially climbing. I even practice at home while getting down on the floor to build Lego with the kids.
His classes are challenging yet accessible, with a practical, welcoming approach.
Highly recommend for anyone looking to improve movement and strength!

Taking a very inflexible man, with no prior experience of yoga, through all of the basics, sorting out lifelong breathing issues and patiently working on modifications to cater for my inflexibility. I am now at the point where I actively enjoy my Yoga and it has become an integral part of my life.
Thank you Tim!

I have studied with Tim for a few years now and I can honestly say that each class leaves me with more insights and understanding about my body and the practice.
The workshops on the sinew channels are extremely informative and supportive for any practitioner wanting to deepen their knowledge and work with more subtle energies.
Tim’s capacity to hold the space safely for both new and regular students alike, makes these workshops accessible to everyone.
As a yoga teacher myself, I have learned a lot from him and have also deepened my understanding of the Chinese system relating to a yoga practise.

I’ve been attending the men’s yoga class in Bruton for 6 months.
I arrived with bad lower back pain and terrible flexibility. Tim’s helped irradicate the back pain, increase my flexibility and strength, and made yoga practice a part of my routine I never want to give up. I recommend him wholeheartedly!

Yoga classes can be repetitive, following the same pattern of poses from week to week and no more exciting or stimulating than a routine exercise class.
Yoga with Tim is a journey, with a real sense of forward movement and discovery.
His classes are never routine and rarely the same from one to the next. He’s a terrific teacher, full of interesting and helpful details and Shadow Yoga, together with the elements of Qi Gong he introduces are a real pleasure to learn and practice.

Tim’s classes are really enjoyable.
He’s knowledgeable, imaginative and patient and has a gift for describing subtle aspects of movement and breath.
His classes are always interesting and you leave feeling grounded and energised.

I have studied Shadow Yoga with Tim for nearly 10 years. I have learnt more with him than with any other teacher. The practice continues to open up on different levels which keeps the practice fresh.
Tim is an excellent teacher who brings great knowledge and humour to his role.

Tim's individual classes are amazing and were tailored to my individual needs, he always takes the time to ask what are my priorities, what am I aiming for and tries to adapt, and gives excellent guidance...beside his sharp eye for details! always surprising me with corrections.
Although I'm currently on a break, I'm planning to enrol for individual classes once again next April and can't wait to see how this wonderful journey unfolds...thanks Tim!

Awesome instruction.
Really showed me the value of regular yoga and the accompanied breathing. Highly recommended.
Cheers Tim 🙏🏻 or probably should say namaste.

Tim is an excellent yoga teacher. He really thinks about you the student and is able to dip into a large pool of knowledge to instruct you on what is good for you and to correct you but at the same time work within your limitations.

Tim guided my introduction into Shadow yoga and I feel so grateful to him and to this incredible lineage of wisdom embodied in this practice.
He was a very considerate and able teacher. Each lesson was a wonderful journey, never repetitive, always enlightening and challenging.
The lessons were intelligently strung together in a way that gave clarity and cohesion and enabled the body and mind to assimilate the teaching.
He worked to give us all a real feel for the practice, in his beautiful descriptions, sequences and postures.
I thoroughly recommend both the Shadow Yoga practice and Tim as a guide, to anyone serious about the Yoga path.

I attended Tim’s online classes during COVID — they really got me through that difficult time, and I’ve continued to attend many classes since.
Although I’ve studied yoga for years, every class with Tim feels fresh and offers new personal insight. I think that’s because Tim is always learning himself, especially in the Indian and Chinese traditions, and he brings that ongoing exploration into his teaching.
His recent workshops on the sinew channels have been especially interesting. I found the work on the Gall Bladder channel particularly useful — it was clearly taught, easy to understand, and brought a whole new dimension to my practice.

Working with a focus on energy channels rather than simple muscular strength has given us a fresh approach, which is already benefitting our regular yoga practice. Just as importantly we had fun! This was a really informative and inclusive weekend suitable for all levels in a beautiful part of the country, we loved it.

Tim’s classes are outstanding.
I’d done bits of yoga here and there, but never consistently. These were the first to make me understand the benefits of practice, and motivate me to stick with it - Insightful, clear instruction, paced at just the right level.
You’re able to really take the time to learn each pose, and fit the [shadow yoga] form together methodically and gradually.
I’ve often arrived tired at a class, only to leave feeling much more energised, and the sense of progress after a few weeks of lessons is remarkable. Could not recommend it more highly.

Tim is an excellent, rigorous, thoughtful yoga teacher who tailors each session according to the individual's experience and needs on that particular day/occasion.
He has and continues to teach me on a one to one basis, and as part of a weekly class.
There are no shortcuts with Tim and yoga classes are never routine and always a wonderful learning opportunity, each one a physical and mental/emotional journey.
He is personable, charming, insightful and has a wealth of knowledge which he happily shares.
Seeing him practice and undertake the poses, positions and [shadow yoga] forms is a joy – he inspires us all!

I’ve done many different yoga practices over the years, but Tim’s shadow yoga class is giving me a totally new appreciation of form and posture.
It feels like I’m gaining my first proper understanding of the point of yoga beyond moving and stretching for an hour.
In terms of physical exertion, the classes seem subtle, yet I always come away feeling as if I have worked my body hard and smart.
Definitely the most fulfilling practice I’ve found.

I’ve been a student of Tim’s for many years, first attending his hugely popular classes at Triyoga and later continuing online via Zoom during lockdown. I’m now part of a small group studying shadow yoga with him.
After a serious bout of COVID, Tim was instrumental in helping me recover. He gently encouraged me to return to my shadow yoga practice and guided me in rebuilding trust in my body.
Tim brings a vast wealth of knowledge to his teaching, drawing from his deep understanding of anatomy, yoga asana, philosophy, and his expertise in Chinese acupuncture.
His classes are enjoyable and thoughtfully structured, with a focus on breathwork and the movement of subtle energies.
He emphasises safe, correct technique and offers modifications when needed.
Tim is both easygoing and deeply committed. His discipline and dedication to the practices of yoga and acupuncture are evident in everything he does.
I feel fortunate and honoured to have Tim as both a teacher and a friend —someone I trust to guide me along the yoga path.

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Tim has an amazing capacity to teach directly to student needs. Despite personal physical challenges, I have always felt welcome and at home in class and comfortable with suggested adjustments and alternatives. Whether starting out in yoga, or having practised for years, Tim’s classes bring insight and enthusiasm that refreshes anew. I can’t recommend them strongly enough.

I’m so grateful to have had Tim as a teacher from the very beginning.
He is kind, patient, and perceptive, always attuned to what’s going on in your body as an individual and understanding of your barriers.
Tim’s teaching is both helpful and challenging, but always delivered with humour and gentleness.
His guidance has been truly inspirational and invaluable to my own practice.
This is yoga far removed from the performative, formulaic, music-filled studios that have become the norm.

Tim is the kind of teacher you hope for but rarely find.
I wouldn't miss the opportunity to work with him.