KATHRYN WILLDER 

Kathryn has been a student and advocate of yoga and meditation for more than four decades.

She initially trained in zen meditation and worked as a psychologist with the Prison Phoenix Trust in Oxford to facilitate the introduction of yoga and meditation provision for teenagers in HMYOIs throughout the UK.

During several years as a full-time mother and later a Kindergarten and Reception Class Teacher, Kathryn developed a passion for early years pedagogy and designed playful ways for integrating yoga and mindfulness skills throughout the curriculum.

Now a Yoga and Mediation Teacher, she continues to value a ‘kindergarten for life’ perspective on learning and aspires to infuse her teaching and daily life with aspects of stillness, imagination and a sense of adventure.

Kathryn holds a BA in Psychology with Fine Art, an MA in Archetypal Psychology, and a PGCE in Primary Education (QTS EYPS). She is a qualified Yoga Teacher (RYT200) and Certified iRest Meditation Teacher, Mentor and Supervisor.

Kathryn lives in the English countryside with her husband. She has enjoys hiking, cycling, swimming, and writing.