Mellisa Shapland, Certified Yoga Teacher, RYT 200

Mellisa Shapland is a certified Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 200) and a member of Yoga Alliance. She is certified in trauma-informed yoga, prenatal yoga and meditation.

She studied restorative yoga’s brain benefits during her teacher certification program taught by Dr Liz Lindh and is currently  deepening her Yin practice this fall in another 100 hour series (finishing November 2025) taught by Sarasvati Karahan and is also attending a 300 hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training (finishing December 2025).

Mellisa volunteers at rehab centers and offers group and private classes for anxiety relief and deeper restorative yoga practice.

Yin & Restorative Yoga

In synergy, these two practices engage the parasympathetic nervous system, guiding the body out of a “fight or flight” response.

• Yin Yoga involves deep stretches, prolonged holds, and soothing music to promote relaxation and alleviate stress.
• Restorative Yoga incorporates gentle poses aimed at inducing deep rest and calming the nervous system.

This class is beneficial for conditions such as anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, and ADHD, making it suitable for participants of all skill levels.

Similar to a lymphatic massage, this class introduces holds that stimulate the lymphatic system, encouraging drainage and reducing inflammation. Through gentle poses, breathwork, and mindful movements, you can effortlessly weave these practices into your daily routines.

This non-aerobic, calming class is designed to accommodate everyone, and by fostering lymph flow, you can positively influence your digestive, immune, and cardiovascular systems while enhancing both your physical and mental well-being.