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Ritual is a movement studio in Folkestone

Ritual is a movement
studio in Folkestone

Workouts, yoga, and somatic classes to shake off stress and take some seriously big breaths. Led by trained teachers, in a space in the heart of town that looks nothing like a gym.

Workouts, yoga, pilates and somatic classes to shake off stress and take some seriously big breaths. Led by trained teachers, in a space that looks nothing like a gym.

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Our weekly classes
What we offer

  • Sculpt - Tuesday 9.30am


    ⏲ 60 minutes
    Led by Laura

    Ground your mind by putting your body through its paces in this full-body, rhythmic class. Get ready for powerful moves that activate deep muscles.

    Coming back soon

  • Dynamic Flow - Wednesday 7am


    ⏲ 60 minutes
    Led by Chantelle

    Move from one familiar yoga pose to another in one continuous sequence. Build endurance, balance, heath and awareness. Leave feeling reinvigorated.

    Coming back soon

  • Yogalates - Thursday 9:30am


    ⏲ 60 minutes
    Led by Caitlin

    Hybrid practice that blends the stretches and breath work from yoga with the back and core strengthening benefits of Pilates.

    Coming back soon

  • Gentle Flow - Tuesday 7:45am


    ⏲ 60 minutes
    Led by Caitlin

    Move with ease and reconnect with your body through a calm, flowing sequence of yoga poses that supports mobility and promotes relaxation.

    Coming back soon

  • Pilates - Coming soon


    ⏲ 60 minutes

    Move together through waves of shaking, jumping, resting, somatic dancing, and elements of yoga. The only class of its kind in Kent. Expect an epic playlist.

    See schedule

  • What's missing?


    ✶ Open invitation

    Is there a class you wish we ran? Tell us about it. Whether you'd come and take it, or want to teach it yourself. Our schedule is still taking shape, and we like hearing what people are after.

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So here's a better offer:

Ritual is an hour of moving. Sometimes as hard as running uphill, other times slower than you've ever slowed down.

Always in group, always soundtracked
by great music. Fun 99% of the time.

You don't have to know what you're releasing. Or even have to be "good at it". You just need to be there.

We could sell you a transformation.
But you've heard that pitch a hundred times and it's changed nothing.

We could sell you a transformation. But you've heard that pitch a hundred times and it's changed nothing.

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Meet our teachers

Movement studios live and die by the calibre of their practitioners. We're lucky to have some of Kent's most progressive and talented teachers, covering a combination of disciplines including conditioning, Pilates, yoga, dance and somatic movement.

I’ve recommended the space to so many people. Can’t not big the loft up enough!

Lola, Dancer
★★★★

Heard around the studio
Words we like to hear

“The best yoga space in Folkestone”

Louisa, Ritual Member
★★★★

“The best yoga space in Folkestone”

Louisa, Ritual Member

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I’ve recommended the space to so many people. Can’t not big the loft up enough!


Lola, Dancer

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What to expect
The essential stuff

Props on us

Feel free to leave your mat at home and use ours. And if you need a bolster, block, blanket, or a gentle motivational speech, you'll find them right here.

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A truly open space

Our classes are for all bodies, all genders, and all levels of experience. You just need to show up, and be willing to move in a way that feels good for you.

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Pan flute? No thanks

When dancing, your body releases all that lovely tension you've built up inside. It's exactly why so many of our classes are rooted in a proper good playlist.

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Choose the price
that fits your rhythm

Single class
£12


✔️ Drop in whenever

✔️ Book any class

✔️ Mats and props included

Find your class
Find your class

Five classes/mo
£50


✔️ Block of 5 classes

✔️ Use anytime within the month

✔️ Zero hidden fees

✔️ Everything included

✔️ No recurring charge (you’re in control)

Buy five classes
Buy five classes

Why Ritual

Ritual

Elsewhere
Space and room to move 120+ sq meters 60+ sq meters
Cost per class £12 £14
Unique class selection ✓ ?
High-end Liforme mats ✓ ?
Onsite parking free before 9am and after 5pm ✓ ?

You take on sooooooooo much that isn't yours to carry

Ritual is where you can set it all down.
Just for a moment.

You take on sooooooooo much that isn't yours to carry

Ritual is where you can set it all down. Just for a moment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • There are no dedicated changing rooms, but both bathrooms have a spacious area to get changed in. And if you need to leave a bag, there's plenty of space inside the studio itself.

  • No problem, just get in touch at info@theloftstudio.uk and we'll move you to another date.

  • If you can’t attend, please let the teacher know in advance, or email us at info@theloftstudio.uk. Because our studio relies on headcount to run, we can’t offer refunds.

    The exception is when something falls through on our end (if an instructor can't make a class, for example): we'll refund you in full.

  • No. We provide professional Liforme mats for every class, plus blocks, bolsters, and blankets for classes that use them. Just turn up.

  • We're in a historic building, which unfortunately means no step-free access and no lift. The Loft is on the second floor. There are two flights of stairs from the Petticoat Emporium entrance, or one from the rear. If you have any concerns, get in touch and we'll do what we can to help.

  • The space is fully air conditioned. We adjust the temperature depending on the time of year and what the class needs.

  • If you're working around an injury, absolutely. Just let the teacher know before the class so they can adapt where needed. If you're pregnant, it's drop us an email at info@theloftstudio.uk and we’ll let you know which classes are right for you.