I first discovered yoga as a high school cross country and track runner, and while I occasionally took classes through college, I viewed it as a stretching practice. As an older adult I began to explore the holistic aspects of yoga to supplement my interests in swimming, nature, and contemplative thought. My perspective of yoga continues to evolve over time as an integrated expression of body, mind, and spirit. I believe yoga should feel inclusive, and that we can all discover our own unique and joyful practice. As a teacher, I love slow flow vinyasa and restorative yoga. My inspirations arise from a broad range of traditional beliefs and emerging scientific thought. The teachings and poetry of Pema Chödrön and Thích Nhất Hạnh hold special places in my heart. In addition to my RYT-200, I attuned at the Shinpiden level (III) of the Usui Reiki Ryoho lineage of Reiki in 2014. I enjoy dipping into and playing with traditional and modern energy modalities in my yoga practice.

I first discovered yoga as a high school cross country and track runner, and while I occasionally took classes through college, I viewed it as a stretching practice. As an older adult I began to explore the holistic aspects of yoga to supplement my interests in swimming, nature, and contemplative thought. My perspective of yoga continues to evolve over time as an integrated expression of body, mind, and spirit. I believe yoga should feel inclusive, and that we can all discover our own unique and joyful practice. As a teacher, I love slow flow vinyasa and restorative yoga. My inspirations arise from a broad range of traditional beliefs and emerging scientific thought. The teachings and poetry of Pema Chödrön and Thích Nhất Hạnh hold special places in my heart. In addition to my RYT-200, I attuned at the Shinpiden level (III) of the Usui Reiki Ryoho lineage of Reiki in 2014. I enjoy dipping into and playing with traditional and modern energy modalities in my yoga practice.

Melanie has been teaching yoga since 2015 after completing her 200-hour YTT through Evolve Yoga & Wellness / Nosara Yoga Institute. She is a certified Pilates teacher through Balanced Body and is certified in Reiki level II. She holds a bachelor in psychology. Her classes are fluent and feel good. They consistently move using dynamic movements. They are accessible for anyone as she offers modifications and detailed ques for structural alignment. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, painting, spending time with others and her pup.