The Traditional Yoga Association

Samantha lives and works in Congleton, Cheshire and has based her Yoga classes there. She currently runs one class a week for students of differing abilities. Despite being surrounded by Yoga since her birth, Samantha was drawn to more rigorous fitness regimes and only joined her first Yoga class at the age of 27. She brings to her classes the same high level of commitment she gives to all areas of her life.

Our mother, who is now Swami Ambikananda, encouraged us children to move freely and experience our bodies. But it wasn't until the age of 27 that I actually attended one of my mother's Yoga classes. The equanimity of the session captivated me. Memories came flooding back and I realised how Yoga in my formative years had instilled a sense of self in me. I had become a successful businesswoman and working in the fast lane never took its toll on my mind, body or will. I continued with my Yoga practice and when the opportunity arose I enrolled in the Traditional Yoga Association's teachers training course in order to develop myself and learn more about Yoga — although not at the time with the intention of ever becoming a teacher! With the support of my main teacher — my Mom — I started to teach. Every class is a challenge and I enjoy sharing the diverse range of experience of Hatha Yoga. .