Meditative Monkey

Structured, long-term movement practice for those seeking greater capacity, confidence, and steady personal growth.

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Start with a conversation and we’ll help you choose a class that feels appropriate and supportive.

The Practice Framework

A practice that develops with you

A structured pathway for long-term movement practice, from foundations to confident expression.

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Foundations Most people begin here
Rebuild Trust in Your Body
Strength, coordination, and awareness through clear, repeatable practice.
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Integration
Where the Unfamiliar Becomes Familiar
Link strength and mobility into fluid, adaptable movement.
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Expression
Confidence Made Visible
Capacity becomes adaptable. Movement becomes play.
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Stewardship
Carry the Culture Forward
Sustain your practice and support the community around you.
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01
Foundations Most people begin here
Rebuild Trust in Your Body
Strength, coordination, and awareness through clear, repeatable practice.
02
02
Integration
Where the Unfamiliar Becomes Familiar
Link strength and mobility into fluid, adaptable movement.
03
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Expression
Confidence Made Visible
Capacity becomes adaptable. Movement becomes play.
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Stewardship
Carry the Culture Forward
Sustain your practice and support the community around you.

Group Classes

Movement Foundations

Recommended for newcomers

Group movement session in an industrial-style studio, combining floor-based practice and guided exploration.
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Movement Arts

For those exploring movement beyond fundamentals

Partner-based ground movement practice, exploring strength, coordination, and body awareness.
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Some people begin in groups.
Others need a more individual starting point.

Private Lessons

One-on-one coaching session focusing on assisted shoulder mobility and recovery.

Private Lessons

Best for those dealing with pain, injury, significant restriction, or those wanting individual guidance.

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Getting started

How to begin

Experience the practice first. Then we’ll work out how to continue, together.

Arrange your free class

  1. Try a free Foundations class

    Get in touch to arrange your first class. Meet Ben and the community, take part in the practice, and see how it feels.

  2. Talk with Ben

    After your class, we’ll talk about your experience, what you’d like to work on, and the support that would help.

  3. Choose how to continue

    Continue with group classes, private lessons, or the Foundations Pathway, which brings the two together. We’ll help you find a starting point that fits.

  • Pain is not something to push through or ignore.
    We work methodically and attentively to reduce restriction, restore natural movement, and help you move with greater ease again.

  • Strength, mobility and coordination are not separate qualities.
    We train them together, as a unified foundation that supports you in movement, work and everyday life.

  • Consistent practice creates change.
    Through honest work and sustained attention, we create the conditions for growth - not just in how you move, but in how you meet challenge.

Why move with Meditative Monkey?

Student experiences

What changes through practice

People begin for different reasons: pain, stiffness, strength, curiosity, or the wish for a more meaningful physical practice. These are their experiences of what develops through consistent work.

Five out of five stars
“Ben has given me insight into an approach to movement that I never knew was possible. One that is explorative, fun and boundary pushing whilst also being attentive to the body and mind… For me, practice with Ben has been fundamental to regaining a natural, effortless sense of my body, and an ability to move it with less fear and more freedom.”
Lucy Perrone
Five out of five stars
“The monkeys range from beginners to long-term regulars. Wherever you’re at, Ben’s knowledge opens up a world of ways to move.”
Guy Ellis
Five out of five stars
“At 68 years of age… the transformation has been amazing. I’m probably more flexible than I have ever been in my life.”
Mark Fletcher
Five out of five stars
“Even after 10 years in the gym, Ben saw the nuance in my movements. He has literally changed the way I move.”
Andrew George
Five out of five stars
“It’s not yoga, not gym, not acro, not martial arts, but it has a flavour of all of those whilst being its own thing.”
Julian Garner
Five out of five stars
“Ben started from the beginning, meeting me where I was at. It doesn’t matter where you are in your fitness journey. Ben can help you grow.”
Maddy Smith
Five out of five stars
“Strength, coordination, confidence, energy and a sense of belonging… the most life-enhancing movement classes I’ve experienced.”
Fleur Myers

Ready to begin your practice?

Start with a brief conversation so we can help you choose the right class for your background, aims, and experience.

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Still unsure? Read the FAQ to learn more about how the practice works and what to expect.

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