Welcome to Yoga Mel

“Time out from the hustle and bustle to calm the mind and exercise the body. I feel stronger and have fewer aches and pains. Mel provides very clear instructions, models the movements and gives individual feedback. Challenging but worth it. Body awareness. A physical and mental challenge.”

“Having attended Mel’s yoga classes for a number of years I now wouldn’t be without them. The physical and mental benefits are endless, and the way Mel teaches in a light-hearted, supportive and encouraging environment is what makes them even more enjoyable and unique..”

“I’ve been doing yoga with Mel for a few years now. I love my lessons, relaxed fun but very informative . We work hard but I love every minute! Mel instructs us to the highest degree, her knowledge is endless. I always love that as we move through the postures she mentions that we will feel it here or there and every time she is spot on that we move and feel what and where we’re meant to. I use yoga in my everyday movement from the way I stand to how I sit, sleep and breathe. I don’t practice as much as I should at home but what I’ve learnt I’ll carry with me through my life forever..”

“Mel is the best yoga teacher on planet earth. She bubbles with enthusiasm for the practice of yoga and extols virtues. Her enthusiasm is contagious. You are always welcomed with a smile and some warm words and she keeps her class light and fun. She has managed to guide me from someone who could barely stand on one foot without toppling over to someone who feels much more confident in many of the poses. I've even managed to stop holding my breath quite as much. Although I have a little way to go I feel I'm improving week by week. I'm a keen, going on obsessive, runner and use yoga to balance out the running and stiffness it creates in my body. Since I started yoga 9 months ago I have been consistently running, generally healthier and yes happier. It's been a great addition to the weekly routine and a fab way to start the week. I couldn't recommend more highly..”

“I first attended Mel’s class about fifteen years ago and have the highest regard for her teaching. She is a complete professional varying the class weekly and keeping a keen eye on individual capabilities, always offering modified postures where required. I invariably feel the benefit of attending Mel’s classes, even when I don’t feel like going its always worth it. Mel is well organised and virtually never cancels a class. Above all Mel is unfailing positive and cheerful, a real joy to be around..”

“Due to a problem affecting my spine, I had years of intermittent back pain and stiffness along with poor posture. Nothing I tried changed this until I started doing yoga with Mel. Now, I am free from pain and stiffness and my posture has improved. Even as I am getting older I feel strong and flexible. Thank you Mel.”

“I have been going to Mel’s Yoga classes for about six months. I’m a runner and a golfer and I have really noticed the difference in my body since doing Yoga with Mel. After a run I don’t get any stiffness anymore and the rotation in my golf swing is much better since doing the classes. I would recommend Mel to any athlete who is looking to improve their flexibility and core strength. Mel is a very patient and attentive teacher whilst making every class different and interesting and I look forward to my class every week..”

“When I first started joining Mel’s yoga classes several years ago as a beginner, I knew straight away, I would enjoy this a lot. What I didn’t know was how dependant I would become of these weekly – and often twice weekly - sessions. Mel is a very good instructor and friend – a wonderful warm person – full of passion and enthusiasm for her yoga and a brilliant sense of humour, which I think makes us all relax and feel comfortable with each other. We are of all ages and at different levels in our practice – but that seems to be irrelevant for the one hour we spend together on our mats. Mel makes us feel like good old friends having a good exercise, a wonderful “Me time” and the odd good laugh! The yoga means a lot to me - it has given me a tool to listen and know what my body can do and what it does not like me to try and do . I am much better at focusing at my breathing now, which I can feel gives me calm and comfort in body and mind. I am also much better at managing the odd stressful, painful or sad situation now – good for my surroundings as well as myself. I always leave the class feeling relaxed, energized and strong and positive - and it stays with me – nearly till the next class! Well done you – and well done me! Hope we can continue this for years to come!.”