The Joyful Life Guide

05/07/2026

This has been years in the making.

We are so excited to release a new format to our training. A more accesible and in-depth two part program: FOUNDATIONS + FACILITATION.

We’re can’t wait to open the doors to our new online course: FOUNDATIONS.

This self-paced course offers you the core principles and structure of the Dance Your Ability format - a clear entry point into an accessible, embodied approach to create dance and movement spaces for all abilities and ages.

EVERYONE HAS A UNIQUE DANCE. Join us in creating spaces where all are invited to experience and share their dance.

FOUNDATIONS is the prerequisite for our Facilitator Training.

If you are curious about bringing dance and embodied practice into your community, your work, or your existing programs, this is where you begin.

⸻

DANCE YOUR ABILITY
Is an inclusive and accessible method
rooted in the truth that every
BODY belongs…
and every body has a
UNIQUE DANCE.

⸻

FOUNDATIONS
NEW ONLINE COURSE
Opening July 7

danceyourability.com

Learn with us:

05/07/2026

This has been years in the making. We are so excited to release a new format to our training. A more accesible and in-depth two part program: FOUNDATIONS + FACILITATION.

We’re can’t wait to open the doors to our new online course: FOUNDATIONS.

This self-paced course offers you the core principles and structure of the Dance Your Ability format - a clear entry point into an accessible, embodied approach to create dance and movement spaces for all abilities and ages.

EVERYONE HAS A UNIQUE DANCE. Join us in creating spaces where all are invited to experience and share their dance.

FOUNDATIONS is the prerequisite for our Facilitator Training.

If you are curious about bringing dance and embodied practice into your community, your work, or your existing programs, this is where you begin.

⸻

DANCE YOUR ABILITY
Is an inclusive and accessible method
rooted in the truth that every
BODY belongs…
and every body has a
UNIQUE DANCE.

⸻

FOUNDATIONS
NEW ONLINE COURSE
Opening July 7

danceyourability.com

Learn with us:

02/07/2026

𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸!

Sober Dance and Chill Aberpoeth Aberystwyth!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of movement, music, & elemental magic at our Sober Dance & Chill at AberPoeth sauna on Aberystwyth beach!

We will join together at Aberpoeth Nordic beach side sauna at the secluded end spot of Aberystwyth promenade!

We’ll begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, setting intentions & connecting with the moment. Ease into the vibe with a brief gentle Tai-Chi Qigong warm-up, grounding your body & awakening your energy.

We’ll turn up the tempo with an outdoor conscious dance session powered by a combination of high-vibe PA system & intimate silent disco headsets ~ Go anywhere, feel the full vibe of the music! No substances, just blissful beats, barefoot bliss, & full-body freedom! ✨
As the night winds down, let yourself relax into a mini soothing sound-bath, followed by the ultimate natural reset: a communal wood-fired sauna & sea swim.

Sweat, plunge, & glow from the inside out. 🔥

The Sauna provided by Aberpoeth offers a transformative wellness experience, bringing the benefits of sauna therapy to Aberystwyth Promenade.

Their handcrafted, fully-equipped sauna provides an oasis of relaxation, where you can enjoy the physical & mental health benefits of heat therapy in a serene coastal setting. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Welsh coastline, Aberpoeth is a space to unwind, rejuvenate, & reconnect with yourself & the natural world.

✨In summary, the Sober Dance & Chill offers altogether:

- Cacao Ceremony
- Tai Chi Qigong inspired warm up
- Epic 1 hour conscious dance
- Relaxation & healing sound frequencies
- Sauna
- Sea Swim

Cacao-fueled, sea-cooled, fire-lit!

*This is a family-friendly event, children are welcome to join us!
AberPoeth

Friday 17th July 6:00-9:00pm

£44

Due to high demand and the location of this event places are very limited-
Book your spot now here:

https://aberpoethsawna.as.me/?appointmentType=94558084

23/06/2026

𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸!

Sober Dance and Chill Aberpoeth Aberystwyth beach!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of movement, music, & elemental magic at our Sober Dance & Chill at AberPoeth sauna on Aberystwyth beach!

We will join together at Aberpoeth Nordic beach side sauna at the secluded end spot of Aberystwyth promenade!

We’ll begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, setting intentions & connecting with the moment. Ease into the vibe with a brief gentle Tai-Chi Qigong warm-up, grounding your body & awakening your energy.

We’ll turn up the tempo with an outdoor conscious dance session powered by a combination of high-vibe PA system & intimate silent disco headsets ~ Go anywhere, feel the full vibe of the music! No substances, just blissful beats, barefoot bliss, & full-body freedom! ✨
As the night winds down, let yourself relax into a mini soothing sound-bath, followed by the ultimate natural reset: a communal wood-fired sauna & sea swim.

Sweat, plunge, & glow from the inside out. 🔥

The Sauna provided by Aberpoeth offers a transformative wellness experience, bringing the benefits of sauna therapy to Aberystwyth Promenade.

Their handcrafted, fully-equipped sauna provides an oasis of relaxation, where you can enjoy the physical & mental health benefits of heat therapy in a serene coastal setting. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Welsh coastline, Aberpoeth is a space to unwind, rejuvenate, & reconnect with yourself & the natural world.
https://www.aberpoeth.co.uk/

✨In summary, the Sober Dance & Chill offers altogether:

- Cacao Ceremony
- Tai Chi Qigong inspired warm up
- Epic 1 hour conscious dance
- Relaxation & healing sound frequencies
- Sauna
- Sea Swim

Cacao-fueled, sea-cooled, fire-lit!

*This is a family-friendly event, children are welcome to join us!
AberPoeth

Friday 17th July 6:30-9:30pm

£44

Due to high demand and the location of this event places are very limited-
Book your spot now here:

https://aberpoethsawna.as.me/?appointmentType=94558084

17/06/2026

"Hey Alex. Just wanted to say that my daughter is really loving her classes with you. I never thought I'd see her hop out of bed and be so excited to go every time. It's such an obvious shift for her.

And also thank you because we've trialled a couple of group online classes, a sketch club and KS3 English, as minor prep for a bit of "socialisation" because she still avoids interacting with other children.

Thanks to you I've learned that it's ok if she's on mute and wants to chat to me and doodle a bit between bursts of concentration and interaction.

It really helps reinforce home education as a choice for us as a family. A school environment, especially once she hits secondary age, wouldn't value her creativity, imagination and quirky ways, it would likely be seen as a bad thing x

I now feel so less nervous about her future - it just has to be tailor made for now 😊 xx"

As an educator, coach and tutor it is always essential to me that my lessons are tailored to my student's interests, developmental and learning needs.

When I worked in schools as a teacher the focus was always on rapid cognitive learning, progress as a cohort, targets, results...all in a 1:30+ teacher to student class ratio.

This method of educating didn't always take into account the need to tailor classes to the individual interests of my students to maximise engagement, of moving at my student's pace and recognising that progress isn't always linear.

In addition, we must acknowledge that learning is holistic, requiring knowledge of each student's emotional, social, physical and energetic needs in the moment.

If you are looking for an online tutor and coach that tailor makes engaging classes Primary-GCSE then please get in touch to be added to my waiting list. 👨‍🏫

www.joyfoyfullifeguide.com

[email protected]

The Joyful Life Guide

14/06/2026

✨ GROUNDED & PRESENT ✨

A one-day retreat to reconnect, reset, and realign with the changing season.

🍂 Sunday 6th September 2026
📍 Mud & Wool, Lampeter, West Wales
⏰ 10am–5pm

Join Alexander Holloway (The Joyful Life Guide) and Sally Strawbs (Natures Divine Naturopath) for a deeply nourishing day of:

🤎 Sacred Cacao Ceremony
🌿 Tai Chi Qigong
💃 Ecstatic Dance Meditation
🎶 Sound Healing
🥗 Naturopathic Lunch & Refreshments
🔥 Wood-Fired Sauna & Optional Cold Plunge
🌳 Nature Immersion & Connection

As summer softens into autumn, take time to slow down, ground your energy, set meaningful intentions, and return to the present moment.

🎟 Early Bird £99 (1 June–1 July)
🎟 Standard £125

Bring: yoga mat, swimwear, towel, favourite mug, water bottle, comfy layers, and an open heart.

📧 Book your place: [email protected]

Ground yourself. Embrace the transition. Arrive fully present.

27/05/2026

04/05/2026

I’ve been holding onto a bit of news, and I wanted to share it here first.

Lately, my 1-on-1 coaching calendar has been completely full.

It’s been an incredible season of watching my clients do the heavy lifting of reclaiming their joy and redefining what their "next chapter" actually looks like.

As of this morning, one single, 1-hour weekly spot has opened up.

I’m looking for one specific person to fill it. You know if it’s you. You’re likely at a crossroads where "good enough" has started to feel like "not enough." You’re ready to stop talking about the change you want to make and start actually inhabiting it.

Because I use such a blend of modalities—from nature-based coaching to embodied movement—I only ever keep a handful of 1-on-1 spots open. It allows me to be truly "in it" with you.

This isn't about a quick fix; it’s about a committed partnership to get you to that next level of your life.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to dive in, this is it. Let’s see if we’re a fit.

joyfullifeguide.com/coaching