mandala yoga community

Melanie has been practicing yoga for over 8 years, beginning in college as a way to calm the mind from her overly busy schedule. Desiring a deeper commitment to her own practice and spiritual journey, she signed up for the first 200 hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training in Bend, Oregon. Yoga Teacher training was something Melanie had been researching for years but it never seemed to be the right time in her busy academic lifestyle. Trained in Biology and Chemistry, Melanie has a deep appreciation for the body on a cellular level. With years of education in Molecular and genetic biology, Melanie has been able to observe the effects of yoga in her own life, increasing self awareness, self knowledge and self love, which continuously inspire her to continue learning, refining, and exploring with an open mind. Melanie is extremely grateful and honored to be teaching with the powerful myc teachers, as they all hold their own deep passion and commitment for yoga. Together, the teachers support, love, and learn from each other, creating a deeper understanding of community. Melanie is continuously inspired by the gifts that yoga brings to her life and looks forward to continuing her education with additional trainings. Melanie teaches a class that is inspired by the power of breath, softening/opening of the heart, and trusting in one’s own strength, while experimenting with being fully present. Vinyasa has empowered Melanie to explore within her own practice and sharing the gift of Vinyasa as a teacher, brings great joy into Melanie’s life.
Visit Melanie’s blog: http://yogamelbrown.wordpress.com/