Meet Kirsti Pateman
Based locally, Kirsti is a dedicated yoga and barre teacher known for her intuitive, breath-led approach to movement. With a background in literature and education, she brings a uniquely reflective and poetic touch to her teaching style.
About Kirsti
Kirsti’s journey into movement didn’t start in the most conventional way. After years of avoiding PE and thinking she simply wasn't the “sporty type,” she was coaxed into a yoga class by a friend back in 2005. Much to her surprise, she discovered a genuine love for mindful movement — one that sparked a lifelong journey of learning and sharing.
A qualified secondary English teacher since 2010, Kirsti has always had a passion for teaching and storytelling. In 2015, she trained as a teen yoga teacher with the intention of offering her students the same tools for stillness, self-regulation, and inner peace that she had discovered on the mat. Since then, her qualifications have grown to include 500-hour yoga teacher training, pre- and post-natal yoga, and barre training — all of which reflect her belief that yoga truly is for every body.
Kirsti's Yoga Teaching
Kirsti’s classes are rooted in breath, introspection, and accessibility. Her yoga sessions are often woven with inspiration from literature — expect beautiful readings, thoughtful reflections, and the occasional poem to guide you through mindful, gentle movement. She honours the quiet power of stillness and always leaves space for a generous savasana and breath awareness to close her classes.
Her barre classes bring a completely different energy — playful, empowering, and packed with precision. Expect a strong focus on form, breath, and that signature barre burn, all served with a smile and a reminder that “you can do anything for ten seconds!” No matter the style, Kirsti’s classes encourage you to tune in, move intuitively, and find joy in your own rhythm.
Qualifications: 500hr Certified Yoga Teacher Training, Teen Yoga Training, Pre- and Post-Natal Yoga Training, Certified Barre Instructor
Random Facts About Kirsti
- She reads faster than most people can speak — a superpower that comes in handy for an English teacher!
- She’s a certified PADI open water diver and has swum alongside sharks, dolphins, manta rays, and whale sharks.
- Southeast Asia holds a special place in her heart — stepping off a plane there always feels like coming home.
- She's currently writing a book… though she’s keeping the details under wraps and might just publish it under a pseudonym one day.