Sunday Morning - Zen Flow, Mindful Moments: Meditative Yoga Practice & Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony with Yuka Krantz & Yukie Williams
Join us for a unique workshop designed to prepare your body for comfortable meditation and increase your mental focus, culminating in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. This one-hour yoga session begins with gentle, uplifting postures, breathwork, and a guided meditation to promote mental clarity and tranquillity. The session is accessible to all age groups, and chairs are available on site for those who need them.
The Japanese tea ceremony is a ritualistic preparation and presentation of matcha, where the simple act of drinking tea becomes a nuanced and beautiful expression of art, culture, and spirituality. It weaves together mindfulness, hospitality, aesthetics and philosophy, creating a shared moment of harmony, respect, purity, and tranquillity. These principles, known as "wa" (harmony), "kei" (respect), "sei" (purity) and "jaku" (tranquility), embody the essence of this ancient tradition.
In a serene setting, you'll be seated comfortably in a chair, eliminating any concerns about sitting on the floor. The experience includes a serving of traditional Japanese matcha tea, accompanied by a sweet treat, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the elegance of the authentic Japanese tea ceremony. Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience the beauty of this age old tradition, right in the heart of Frome.
Workshop Overview
Join us for a one-hour journey that prepares both body and mind for a tranquil meditation followed by an authentic Japanese tea ceremony.
Yoga & Meditation (60 minutes)
Gentle, uplifting movements and yoga postures
Breath-work to prepare the mind for meditation
Guided meditation that cultivates mental clarity and serenity
Designed for all ages, this session is fully accessible—chairs are provided for anyone who prefers to sit.
Short break (15 minutes)
Japanese Tea Ceremony (45 minutes)
The tea ceremony is far more than simply drinking matcha; it is a living art that weaves mindfulness, hospitality, aesthetics, and philosophy into a single, shared moment. It embodies the four timeless principles of Harmony (和 wa), Respect (敬 kei), Purity (清 sei) and Tranquility (寂 jaku).
You will be seated comfortably in a chair—no need to worry about sitting on the floor. Your experience includes a carefully prepared bowl of matcha and a traditional Japanese sweet, served as part of the ceremony.
There will be time for Q & A at the end.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the grace and serenity of a Japanese tradition. We look forward to welcoming you!
Date: Sunday 15 February 2026
Time: 10 - 12 noon
Cost: £35
No of places: 8
We never want cost to prevent anyone attending our events so please reach out to the class practitioner if you require a subsidised ticket
Biography
Yukie Williams has been studying and practicing the Japanese tea ceremony for roughly 15 years, and she now regularly demonstrates it at the Museum of East Asian Art in Bath.
Yuka Krantz is a yoga practitioner based in Frome, driven by a passion for helping people bring greater awareness into their lives through yoga. Since 2014 she has guided students of all abilities to reconnect with their bodies using simple movements and breath work, no matter their physical or mental circumstances. Over the past six years, Yuka has supported hundreds of clients at Amchara Health Retreat, offering tailored yoga postures, meditation sessions, and one-to-one yoga-therapy work.
Find more on Yuka’s work on her Website or via her Facebook page