Yoga Students Melanie’s practice started in 1999 with Granville Cousins in The Sinai Desert, Egypt. Her practice then developed further in an Ashram in Korella, India before being molded by to some of her favourite international practitioners such as Sri K Pattabhi Jois, Danny Paradise and David Swenson. She then finally gained her Teaching Training certificate from Michael Gannon - certified Ashtanga Yoga Teacher of Sri K Pattabhi Jois and Director of Ashtanga Americas.

The unique feature of the training that Melanie gained from Ashtanga America was the ability to make the practice accessible and enjoyable to everyone regardless of age, level of fitness or level of flexibility. The greatest gift that she gained is the passion for the practice and for its founder Sri K Pattabhi Jois. It is her hope that she can share some of this passion with those who choose to learn this amazing form of yoga with her - whether you are looking for yoga for beginners or as an experienced practitioner.

Approach To Teaching

Even though Ashtanga Yoga is a powerful sequence of asanas, Melanie has taught this yoga to beginners, people with severe arthritis as well as experienced practitioners. The yoga is only ever taught to the depth that the individual wants. Whatever level of practice this form of yoga takes, its systematic approach allows a slow, yet beautiful unfolding and release of tension from the body.

The clients that learn with Melanie are encouraged to practice at home so that they can find their own rhythm. Some people will develop a fast, vigorous and challenging practice and others may develop a slower, deeper controlled approach. There is no right or wrong – just you – and it is Melanie’s job to help find the right approach to suit you.

"Thanks Melanie – really enjoyed it. You will be a wonderful inspiration to others.” Private client, June 2006

"Practice is the best of all instructions." Aristotle

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