Our Team

At Middle Path Movement, we encourage our students to step away from extremes and instead discover their own truth, their own path and their own unique balance. Our mission is to help each participant cultivate inner peace and inspire them to share that peace with others, wherever life takes them.

Below you’ll meet the core team behind Middle Path Movement. You can find more information about the teachers leading each individual training or retreat on the relevant course or retreat page.

Jessica

Founder of MPM, Yoga Teacher Trainer & Mentor

Jessica founded Middle Path Movement™ after years of travelling the world in search of self-healing tools for an autoimmune condition she was diagnosed with as a child. With over 14 years of experience in holistic therapies, she has curated wellness retreats, yoga teacher trainings and the Yoga Mentor School online community, supporting students around the world with a focus on self-healing, personal growth and cultural exploration.

She has been writing and leading yoga teacher training programmes for several years, specialising in Hatha, Hatha Vinyasa, Yin, Beginners Thai Massage, Aerial and Chakra Yoga. Travelling internationally throughout the year, Jessica continues to lead retreats, teacher trainings and workshops across the world while mentoring students both in person and online.

A lifelong student of traditional teachings, Jessica integrates her experience into everything she teaches, with a particular passion for yoga philosophy. She has also explored the communicative arts through her Egolution podcast and published poetry. Based in East Sussex, England, she continues to lead retreats, teacher trainings and mentorship programmes around the world.

Qualifications

  • E-RYT 500 & YACEP Yoga Alliance (Hatha, Ashtanga, & Yoga Philosophy)
  • Foundation Degree in Life Sciences & Herbal Medicine
  • Thai Massage (Levels 1–4)
  • Sound Healing Practitioner (Om Sound Healing Academy)
  • Pregnancy & Children's Yoga Teacher
  • Permaculture Design Diploma
  • Reiki Master (Usui Ryoho lineage)

Sami Lead Yoga Teacher and Social Media Manager

Sami is a highly experienced yoga teacher with an international background. He is committed to healing the mind through good actions, love and compassion. His only purpose is to spread the knowledge that it is possible to find genuine and lasting happiness by taming and training your own mind. His practice is known for being wise, focused and fun. He has explored different kinds of practices, searching for a lighter body and mind and dedicated his studies to Traditional Hatha, the alignment of Iyengar and the flow of Ashtanga Vinyasa. To settle his mind and find balance between the sun and moon, he dedicates his continued education to studying Yin Yoga, Qi Gong, Vipassana and Shamatha Meditation and Buddhist philosophy. He noticed that Yoga adapts itself according to the practitioner and social aspects. Translating this knowledge and making it available to our current time is wisdom. Our generation has different needs than the past generation. We are colourful, diverse, inclusive and accepting. Some of us notice that the world that we live in needs rest, silence and awareness. In order to heal ourselves, we need to heal our community, the environment and the society that we live in. Yoga is about that. The healing path is grounded on healing others. Sami is a free soul. Always on the road and experienced with different cultures, he has become a citizen with no borders. It is hard to say where he is really from. He was born in Brazil and carries that playful and enthusiastic joy. Also, his practices are noticeably a great influence of Arabic culture and wisdom, especially with their warm hospitality and generosity. All that combined with ancient wisdom, discipline and respect only found in Asia. Sami’s trainings were held in India, where he regularly returns to renew his knowledge and vows. His experience includes teaching in different countries, such as India, Egypt, Morocco, Malaysia and Brazil. He has a business background which can be helpful to ground our energy. Be prepared to laugh, work seriously, flourish your potential and find confidence in your vulnerability. His practice is a journey to the inside, healing yourself through healing the ones around you, whoever they are, whatever motivation they have, all beings matter in his practices. Qualifications:
  • E-RYT 500 Hatha Yoga
  • Yin Yoga level ll
  • Traditional Hatha Yoga
  • Yin Yoga
  • Yoga Philosophy
  • Arm balances
  • Meditation

Co-founder of Yoga Mentor School | Yoga Teacher & Teacher Trainer

Cordelia, known as Dee, is a dedicated yoga teacher and mentor committed to empowering students to realise their full potential both on and off the mat. Having discovered yoga in her teenage years, her practice has evolved into a lifelong path of self-inquiry, discipline and embodied living.

As the founder of Tula Balance and co-founder of the Yoga Mentor School online community alongside Jessica, Dee is passionate about making yoga education accessible beyond the studio, supporting both practitioners and teachers in their continued growth and development.

Her teaching bridges traditional yogic wisdom with modern application, offering students a grounded and accessible way to integrate ancient practices into everyday life. Dee is known for her motivational, nurturing and supportive approach, creating a space where students can deepen their understanding, build confidence and cultivate lasting transformation.

Qualifications

  • E-RYT 500 & YACEP Yoga Alliance (Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yoga Philosophy & Pranayama)
  • Rocket Yoga Level 2
  • Level 1 Gymnastics Instructor

Maggie – Student Support Coordinator 

Hi, I’m Maggie! My path into this work has been shaped by curiosity, personal growth, and a deep appreciation for the moments in life that push us toward transformation. Over the years I’ve explored different creative and professional avenues - from storytelling and design to fitness and community-focused projects - but the common thread has always been supporting people and helping them feel grounded, confident, and capable.

I’ve always been drawn to spaces that encourage selfdevelopment, and stepping into the Student Support Coordinator role feels like a natural extension of that. I love clear communication, practical guidance, and making sure people feel genuinely supported from the moment they reach out. You’ll most likely hear from me if you get in touch, and I’m here to make your experience smooth, welcoming, and wellorganised.

It’s an honour to be part of Middle Path Movement, a place that aligns with my values of growth, strength, and returning to what truly matters. I believe deeply in the work we do - creating environments where people can transform, reconnect with themselves, and feel empowered in every step of their journey.

 

Lynette
Certified Yoga Teacher

Lynette is an experienced yoga and meditation teacher known for creating powerful and healing spaces wherever she teaches. Her intelligent “consciousness in motion” Vinyasa classes weave together philosophy, poetry, humour and heart, while her Yin and restorative teachings guide students into deep stillness, rest and collective care.

After more than 15 years working at a senior corporate level, Lynette turned fully toward yoga and the healing arts in 2009, eventually completing her first 200 hour Hatha Raja Yoga teacher training in 2011. Since then she has dedicated her life to teaching yoga and helping students reconnect with their inner wisdom, resilience and authenticity.

Her further studies include Advanced Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yin Yoga, Practices of Freedom & Spiritual Well-being, Conscious Community Activism, Energy 4 Life Wellness Coaching, Women’s Circle Facilitation and Restorative Yoga.

Lynette is passionate about creating inclusive wellness spaces where everyone feels they belong. She teaches workshops, retreats and teacher trainings nationally and internationally and is Vice Chair of the Yoga Teachers Union UK.

Qualifications

  • Hatha Raja Yoga
  • Ashtanga Vinyasa
  • Spiritual Practices Immersion (chanting, breathwork, guided visualisations, exploration of the self, spiritual traditions, mantra and puja - extending beyond the physical aspect),
  • Yin Yoga & The Meridians & Fascia
  • Rocket Yoga
  • Circle Facilitation (Womens circles)
  • Restorative Yoga & The nervous System

Varun

Certified Yoga Teacher

Born and raised in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, Varun has lived and breathed yoga since birth. More than a practice, yoga has always been his way of life—rooted in tradition, guided by discipline, and inspired by a deep sense of purpose.
As a dedicated Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga teacher, Varun brings years of experience in asana, pranayama, meditation techniques, and mantra chanting. His classes are thoughtfully designed to meet students where they are—whether beginner or advanced—offering accessible variations, personalized adjustments, and a steady focus on breath and alignment.
Varun’s teaching blends ancient wisdom with a modern approach, helping students move toward greater awareness, inner stillness, and meditative depth. He teaches in both English and Hindi, and has guided students in both in-person and online settings around the world.

Elly Certified Yoga Teacher

Eleftheria Gikopoulos, or simply Elly, is a committed yoga teacher and wellness facilitator, guiding individuals to unlock their authentic selves. Having studied and lived in India for several years, Elly gained profound insights into traditional practices and has since taught and led transformative retreats, trainings, and workshops globally. Currently based in Sri Lanka, Elly is the seed planter of Shramalaya, a space for yoga, expression, creativity and growth, where she offers, together with her team, in-person yoga practices and workshops. Through her offerings, Elly creates an environment that nurtures deep personal exploration and growth. Elly’s mission is to navigate individuals on their journey toward self-discovery, fostering inner peace, authenticity, and freedom. Through her guidance, she supports others in embracing their true potential and leading lives with love, purpose and truth.