Rachel Atkins

Rachel is a Yoga and Mindfulness Instructor specialising in gentle, accessible Hatha, Yin, and chair yoga, as well as mindful movement practices designed for real bodies and real life. She discovered yoga and mindfulness after being diagnosed with arthritis over 20 years ago, and both practices became essential tools in managing the challenges of living with a chronic condition. This personal journey naturally led her to train as a yoga teacher, with a focus on creating supportive, welcoming spaces for others. Rachel is passionate about helping people feel more at ease in their bodies—offering live gentle yoga classes, along with guided meditations and mindfulness practices here on Insight Timer. Her teachings are grounded in kindness, patience, and simplicity—perfect for those seeking calm, connection, and confidence without pressure. She also works with local charities and her community, providing safe, non-judgmental spaces for everyone to move, breathe, and reconnect. For 1:1 support or to explore her other offerings, visit her website.

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Reviews

Elo Aller

Nov 25, 2025

Super entspannend! Beruhigende Stimme, schöne Auswahl an Asanas.

Kristy

Nov 23, 2025

Will use this on a daily basis for peaceful and calming ways to start off my mornings. Thank you! 🙏

Jane

Oct 25, 2025

Thank you for sharing these morning practices that can enhance each day. They can also be incorporated throughout any day to maintain a calm and positive tone for the day. 🙏

Yvonne Lange

Sep 9, 2025

I already have a morning routine but the course was still very valuable to get some new ideas how to mix it up 🙂.

Catherine

Jul 27, 2025

Lovely stretch at bedtime, ready for a better sleep 😴 thank you 🙏💜

Marika

Jul 26, 2025

Very nice course with good content. I will return to different sessions. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom ❤️

Cindy Barhoff

Jul 23, 2025

I will definitely return to this course when I need to! Thank you Rachel for each lesson, and I will take time to just breathe before I react!

Michelle

Jul 12, 2025

Thank you for this beautiful course! I feel inner peace after completing it 🙏✨and equipped with tools that I can implement daily.

Lauren

Jul 12, 2025

Rachel's video on beginning yoga if you have arthritis was wonderful and empowering.

Michael

Jul 9, 2025

I loved this course. Thank you so very much. 🙏. Namaste.

About

Speaks English

Certified Yoga Instructor

Joined Insight Timer in November 2022


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