About Neville

I have studied and practiced Yoga and related arts for 20 years and been teaching for 12. My studies have ranged through Yoga, holistic health, structural fitness and Indian philosophy. In recent years my inspiration in Yoga has come from the teaching, work and ideas of Donna Farhi and Dona Holleman whose approaches offer an intelligent, modern and realistic practice of Yoga, without losing the rich timeless wisdom of the tradition. My Yoga training has also included input from Doctors, Osteopaths, Physiotherapists and Buddhist Monks.

I have taught in Yoga centres, health clubs, retreat centres and specialised situations such as in Mental Health institutions and with Adults with Learning Disabilities. Apart from running regular classes, workshops, courses and Yoga holidays, I am also involved in teaching Yoga philosophy on Teacher Training courses.

My teaching style varies according to context and the needs of the students. For general classes I prefer a dynamic flowing practice built up slowly. Gentle therapy classes also have a flow but with a smaller range. I believe that anyone can reap the many benefits of Yoga if they are prepared to practice patiently and consistently. I am constantly surprised at the regenerative powers of the practice on many levels.

I have also studied and become a practitioner in Thai Massage and Reflexology which both have working principles allied and complementary to Yoga. I have practiced Thai Massage for over 12 years having originally learned with Kira Balaskas, Asokananda and in Thailand. My Reflexology training was with Jan Williamson for Precision Reflexology and Sue Ehinger for Chinese Reflexology.

I am a member of the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY), The Traditional Thai Yoga Massage Association (TTYMA), and I have a Humanities degree based in Indian Philosophy. My other interests include travel, literature, photography and film. I am also a freelance writer contributing to various magazines and websites.

I am married and living in Devon where I am being brought up by my 2 young sons.