A PURPOSE-BUILT yoga and wellbeing studio in Horsham will officially open its doors on October 6.

It is offering limited spaces on the day for people to try their facilities.

Iriness Yoga and Wellbeing - situated on Victoria Street - launches as the only dedicated Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga studio and centre of the holistic therapies in the district.

This style of a therapeutic yoga practice is derived from classical therapeutic Indian yoga which focuses on the synchronicity of the mental focus, diaphragmatic breathing and movement in a progressive series of postures.

Alongside yoga, Iriness’ offers a range of wellbeing treatments including massage, reflexology and aromatherapy with further alternative therapies being added.

The combination of wellbeing and yoga means Horsham now has holistic health covered under one roof.

Iriness Yoga and Wellbeing is the brainchild of husband and wife team Irina Pashkevich Bourdier and Patrick Bourdier.

From the purchase and demolition of the original building, through to the design and construction of the stunning new space, it has been a meticulous two-year project which Irina and Patrick are excited to unveil.

Irina said: “I discovered yoga 20 years ago when I was suffering from stress due to my high-pressure job.

“Yoga had such an immediate impact on me.

“I instantly knew that I wanted to spend more time practising it.

“Since then I’ve exceeded 2000 hours of teacher training, taught in different countries, and have been lucky enough to learn from some very well-respected yoga teachers.

“I live in Horsham so opening a dedicated wellness centre in the town was a natural choice.

“My classes are hands-on and I have people of varying levels of practice so I keep the group sizes small to provide individual guidance.

“We’re so excited about welcoming new faces to Iriness.”