Private yoga in Brighton
for midlife and beyond

My journey into yoga began as a way to manage chronic back pain caused by arthritis and reduce stress. Like many people, I was initially drawn to the physical practice. What started as a search for relief became a lifelong journey of understanding myself and finding a deeper connection with life through movement, breath and meditation. Now in my mid-sixties, I feel stronger, more mobile and more resilient than I did decades ago. That experience shapes my teaching, particularly for people navigating midlife and beyond who want to remain active, capable and confident. More than 20 years of yoga and a lifelong meditation practice have shaped my approach. My teaching is personal and practical, helping people develop greater body awareness and move with more ease, strength and confidence. Over time, the benefits of yoga reached beyond the mat. Learning to breathe more consciously, move with greater awareness and release unnecessary tension changed not only how I moved, but how I experienced everyday life. My meditation practice is rooted in Transcendental Meditation. Yoga has deepened that practice over the years, bringing greater clarity, balance and steadiness into my daily life. For me, yoga and meditation naturally support one another. After completing my yoga teacher training in 2020, I became increasingly interested in movement science, breathing, motor learning and the role of the nervous system in movement. These insights have enriched my understanding of traditional yoga, helping me explore how breath, awareness and mindful repetition can support more comfortable, confident movement. Alongside teaching at Dynamic Hot Yoga, I am currently studying towards accreditation in trauma-sensitive yoga and meditation, with a focus on supporting people who have experienced significant stress, trauma and adversity. This reflects my commitment to offering a practice that is supportive, inclusive and adaptable to each individual. More than twenty years after beginning my yoga journey, I still see myself as a student. Every person I teach deepens my understanding of yoga, movement and meditation. Sharing what I have learned, while continuing to learn myself, remains at the heart of my teaching.