Middle River Yoga Studio - Stafford, CT
Hey There!
I’m Melissa and I am driven to empower others to thrive.
Together through gentle yoga, breath work and meditation you’ll reconnect with your true essence!
Practice –
it’s what it’s all about!
About me: Why yoga, why now?
No time like the present. I dabbled on a yoga mat at home and in studios in my late 20’s. At times, yoga was for my sanity as a mom of littles, then as a public school teacher and mom of teens for me-time and mindfulness through my 30s and 40s. It wasn’t until the pandemic where yoga provided me reliable grounding as I learned to educate middle schoolers long-distance as a 50-year-old.
Living through the pandemic hampered my ability to rebound quickly. Once I realized my mental health was a challenge that demanded complete attention, yoga became my North Star. I committed to my own practice which led me to become a YTT200 certified instructor and discovered what yoga means for me during my certification training at Kripalu. I realized quickly that I wasn’t alone — especially among fellow teaching professionals who suffered through the same challenges. Everyone needs to rest, rejuvenate, and reconnect with Self in order to excel on their chosen path.
Come explore what yoga can do for you,
and let’s every day OM!
Embrace
your inner calm
Embark on a voyage of self-discovery with gentle guidance and unleash your inner peace.
The mat is your canvas, paint your story in every pose.
Here is where we can connect in person!
Let’s connect
about your journey to
Self-discovery and inner peace
&
to stay updated with new events and content
Good vibes and great company promised!
1omeveryday@gmail.com
Testimonials
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My daughter and I took class with you last night for the first time. I wanted to thank you...and let you know how amazing I slept last night because of your class. It's been awhile since I had such a nice deep sleep.
April L, CT
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Melissa is a wonderful yoga instructor! She will teach you from whatever level you come with and give you a terrific experience. She is very knowledgeable... and loves to pass her knowledge on to her yoga students. I loved our session together.
Jennifer B, CT
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Melissa is an amazing yoga instructor! She creates a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere for all. She applies her core strength and experience as an educator to every class. You will leave with a sense of wellness and accomplishment. I highly recommend her…you won’t regret it!
Kira, NYC
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As a teacher...
Taking a yoga class with Melissa after a long stressful day of working as a middle school teacher was nothing short of amazing. She guided us through relaxing and mindful poses that helped recenter me and improve my mood and my day. I would highly recommend taking a class with her!
Michele M, CT
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When she began offering yoga classes with options for teachers post-pandemic, it was always a welcoming way to reduce stress. One of my favorite things Melissa does is adding a reading to the end of class, and it speaks so powerfully to that day/week. I also appreciate the variety of class times and locations so I can make it whenever possible!
Emily H, CT
