About Lesley

I have been  teaching yoga since 1987 and practising since the early 1970s.  I am a British Wheel of Yoga qualified teacher but have also worked in the traditions of B.K.S. Iyengar,  (my very first teacher having been the late Penny Neild-Smith, a direct pupil of Mr Iyengar himself) and T.K.V. Desikachar (aYs, formerly Viniyoga). I am fortunate enough to have worked additionally with a wide range of teachers at various workshops over the years, including Allan Oakman, Ranju Roy, Peter Blackaby, John Stirk, Donna Farhi, Yogi Hari, Phillip Xerri, and the late Phil Jones. 

My style of teaching

I emphasise co-ordination of movement with yoga breathing, precision of movement practised with awareness, so as to develop mindfulness and avoid possible injury. Above all I encourage students to progress at the pace which is right for them as individuals. 

Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs

I have also carried out specialist training in Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs which I will be offering in the Cardigan/Newcastle Emlyn area in the near future.  If you are interested in specialist classes for chronic low back pain, please contact me. For further information click here.

Chair yoga

Over the last 10 years I have developed a particular interest in teaching yoga which can be practised from a chair.  See details of my regular chair yoga class.  I am also available to run classes within residential homes for the residents or for groups with special needs.  Again please contact me if you are interested in having classes in your residential home.

One-to-One classes 

I can also offer one to one classes in your own home, or at another venue to be arranged. Please ring me on 01239 712719 to discuss your needs and the suitability of such classes.