A nurturing community for women, offering massage, yoga & knowledge
We are a wellness business based in Canary Wharf, supporting women at every stage of life, with a special focus on menopause, pregnancy, and postnatal challenges. We provide a nurturing space for each woman’s personal growth and holistic wellbeing.
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We understand the hurdles associated with considering, entering, and successfully navigating through these various life milestones.
for every stage...
The physical, mental, and emotional changes that occur, as well as societal perceptions, profoundly impact the journey through these stages.
of her life
We’ve curated an exceptional team of knowledgeable women, specialists in their fields, to join us in delivering workshops with unique perspectives on topics that are often not discussed enough.
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our story
Sharon Osu and Thaisa Uchoas founded ‘Her Sanctuary’ with the aim of providing a nurturing community for women, offering massage, yoga and knowledge.
Located near Canary Wharf, our in-person workshops delve into often overlooked aspects of women’s health, focusing on pregnancy, postnatal care, and menopause.
Our workshops not only offer respite from current challenges but also provide practical tools, essential information, and added insights, empowering you to seek assistance when needed and nurture yourself during times when you need extra support.
Often, the bridge between knowing your needs and having your needs met is simply a matter of awareness, terminology and a gentle push in the right direction.
what can you expect at one of our workshops?
A four-hour gathering featuring an all inclusive gentle yoga session (suitable for all levels, with adaptations available for those with an established practice or for those with limited movement).
- hands-on or self-massage tailored to the day's theme
- interactive discussions with one or two of our experts
- a cooking demonstration (complete with healthy snacks)
- guidance from a wellness coach
- takeaway goody bag filled with essentials for your journey ahead.
sharon
osu
Founder of E14YogaCoach
Co-Founder of Her Sanctuary
500 Hour Accredited Master Yoga Teacher - Yoga Alliance International
I am a 500-Hour Master YogaTeacher certified with Yoga Alliance International and the founder of E14YogaCoach. I set up E14YogaCoach to offer yoga coaching to absolute beginners and prenatal or postnatal women. I firmly believe that every woman deserves to feel confident and comfortable in her own skin, and through E14YogaCoach, I strive to make that a reality. My business is now 95% women and I love it!
I cover everything from puberty to menopause and everything in between. I’m on a mission to support women in discovering the beautiful synergy between movement and breath, unlocking the true potential of their bodies. With 13 years of teaching experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my business.
I’m passionate about personalised yoga practice, focusing on adapting postures to suit each individual’s unique needs, prioritising functionality over superficial asana, even in today’s age of social media. Just because a posture looks good doesn’t necessarily mean it feels good.
Since completing my 200-hour training in women’s yoga in 2011, my dream has been to establish a women’s center where women from all backgrounds could come together to share experiences, knowledge, and gain support. Her Sanctuary is the very tip of that dream and I get to experience it with Thaisa.
E14YogaCoach. Let’s Practice Together.
thaisa
uchoas
Founder of The Massage Space
Co-founder of Her Sanctuary
Qualifications: Holistic Massage Therapy Diploma L3, Sports Massage Dilploma L3, insta. CPD: Pregnancy & Labour, Baby Massage, Deep Tissue, Manual lymphatic Drainage (MLD).
I set up The Massage Space in 2021 for clients based in and around Canary Wharf. It was during my maternity leave that I took the leap of faith to move away from a corporate role to pursue a passion in complimentary therapies.
The journey of becoming a mother was not the smoothest one for me and this was part of my drive to support other women- I knew that my goal was to guide my female clients to better understand their bodies and the benefits of massage therapy.
Women go through so many changes during their life time and each stage requires us to move through stress and pain. As a massage therapist I appreciate and believe in the healing power of massage, whether you are trying to start a family, are pregnant, postnatal or menopausal.
Additionally, I am experienced in sports massage, manual lymphatic drainage and deep tissue massage and also enjoy incorporating meditation into my work and personal life.
I am incredibly grateful to have partnered with Sharon, where we get to combine our passion and experience to create a space of immense value for women within our workshops. Together, we aim to support women on their journey to holistic wellness, throughout their various life stages.