I call myself a ‘yoga addict’! Initially I came to yoga to ‘get a bit of exercise’ but over the years I have discovered that the many layers of yoga go so much deeper than just the body. Now I come to yoga for much more than just ‘exercise’! Through teaching yoga, one to one sessions and pregnancy yoga; I hope to be able to help others discover the rich benefits of the yoga. I am convinced that yoga, practiced suitably, can benefit absolutely everyone. I am profoundly grateful for the inspirational teaching I have had over the past 20 years. My teachers have given me a depth of knowledge and understanding about yoga. Through my extensive studies with Paul Harvey who studied in India with TKV Desikachar, I feel I have a direct link with Krishnamacharya, whom some say is the grandfather of yoga. I have also been blessed with endless support, advice and encouragement from others without whom I would never have continued this journey. I thank all who have added so much to my learning. I have experimented with many different styles of yoga, but I always return to the Viniyoga tradition, as it’s like coming home! With its emphasis on breathing, slow dynamic movement and individual attention, it is different from many other forms of yoga. Viniyoga uses the techniques and ideas of yoga and applies them to the individual, respecting all aspects of their personal circumstances. This might include factors such as their age, health, physical abilities, occupation lifestyle, culture, religion and what they might be looking for from yoga. By using this tradition of yoga, the yoga I teach is safe and suitable for everyone. My training differs from that of many others in that it works at two levels, both as a yoga teacher and as a yoga therapist. I am now a registered member of the CNHC organisation. By using the CNHC quality mark I am demonstrating to members of the general public and other healthcare providers that I conform to national standards of practice in my work. This in turn enables members of the general public and those who commission the services of complementary healthcare practitioners to confidently choose well qualified practitioners in their field, as they will be able to validate competence by confirming registration with the CNHC.
