Originally from Hawaii, Melanie moved to California in 1996 and began to explore different styles of Yoga. She was infinitely inspired, and loved how each of her teachers had something unique to offer the beautiful tapestry of Yoga. Wanting to take her practice and understanding further, she became a registered yoga teacher through True Nature School of Yoga in 2008. Since then, Melanie has taught yoga in hospitals, schools, Yoga studios, and on the road for touring musicians. She is a certified Street Yoga teacher, and now volunteers her time sharing the transformative benefits of yoga with homeless and at-risk youth at the Oceanside chapter of Stand Up For Kids. She strongly believes in, and has directly observed in herself and her students, the great potential of yoga to relieve stress, ignite our immune system and create a more loving and compassionate outlook on life. Her passion for Yoga led to an in depth study of anatomy and physiology. Currently, she is working towards her HHP (Holistic Health Practitioner) degree with a focus on Ayurveda, Massage, and Clinical Herbology. Most recently, she completed certification in Clinical Holistic Nutrition. Melanie is co-owner of Yoga Oceanside, sharing her vision, passion for yoga, and aloha with the community.