Introducing Megumi & Richard Megumi discovered Sivananda Yoga in 2007 during a transformative trip to India. After returning to Japan, she earned her RYT200 certification with the National Yoga Alliance and completed specialised training in Yoga Beauty and Maternity & Senior Yoga. She began teaching in Japan before moving to Malaysia in 2010, where she shared her practice with a diverse community. Today, Megumi guides students of all ages in mindful movement and holistic well-being, helping them connect with their bodies, minds, and inner balance. Richard first studied Iyengar Yoga in Bali – his home for over sixteen years – and dedicated nine years to deepening his personal practice. In 2007, having resettled in Malaysia, he started teaching basic yoga postures to his ageing football teammates, noticing how stiff the players were. This inspired him to develop a simple, accessible program that introduces yoga in a clear, approachable way, focusing on foundational practices. In 2011, Richard began Vipassana meditation, and in recent years he has incorporated breathwork into both his personal routine and teaching. He blends stretching, movement, mindfulness, and breath, making yoga attainable for everyone — no matter their age or experience. Megumi and Richard decided 2025 was a good time for a new challenge, and relocated from Malaysia’s Penang island to Japan’s Okinawa. Nanjo is their new heart and home.