Theresa Moodie
Yoga teacher, Teacher trainer & Acupuncturist
I’m passionate about practicing the philosophy that a healthy mind creates a healthy body. My approach blends holistic, mind-body awareness, integrating movement, breath, and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help my students cultivate well-being. When I’m not working you’ll find me enjoying yoga classes in the park, practicing tai chi, learning to longboard and staying active.
With many years in the health and wellness industry, I began my journey as a personal trainer. However, I soon realised that true health extends beyond just physical fitness. This led me to explore and integrate various movement and healing modalities. I quickly came to realise that I wanted to combine several different movement modalities, with Yoga and Acupuncture becoming central to my practice.
The word Yoga comes from the sanskrit root word “Yuj” which means to bind, join, attach or unite. In the same way, my work brings together different disciplines – yoga, acupuncture, exercise science and Traditional Chinese Medicine – creating a comprehensive approach to optimal well-being.
The more I practice and teach, the more I see how these modalities complement each other, offering a deeper connection between mind, body and energy systems.
I am available for Yoga workshops and Retreats – to see what I’ve been up to and for more information on upcoming retreats, read more on my blog and Events page.
My recent retreats have taken me all over the world:
- Corsica April/May 2016
- Mauritius July 2016
- Croatia September 2017
- Greece – Amorgos September 2018
- Greece – Kythnos April 2019
- Western Cape – Honeywood Farm 2019 & 2023
- Greece – Hydra May 2024
- Gauteng – Local Retreat March 2025
Be on the look out for regular teacher training workshops and collaborations with like minded holistic practitioners. All teacher training courses are accredited with Yoga Alliance International. Your certification/qualification will be internationally recognised by YAI.
My Qualifications:
- BCom Sports Management – University of Johannesburg (UJ)
- Diploma in Coaching and Communication – South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP)
- Sports Massage – Health & Fitness Practitioners Association (HFPA)
- Shiatsu – South African Shiatsu Federation
- Group Fitness Instructor (HFPA)
YOGA LONDON: July 2015 RYS 200 Yoga alliance teacher training course
- Shakti Yoga 500hr advanced TTC, Yoga Alliance
- Lecturer: Yoga 300hr teacher training modules with Shakti Yoga.
Lecturer: Yoga 100hr teacher training modules with Shakti Yoga.
Acudetox practitioner – South Africa 2024
Diploma in Acupuncture and Foundations of Chinese Medicine 2021 – 2024 – Athens College of East Asian Medicine
Certificate in Foundations of Biomedical Sciences – specialisation in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology 2024, Athens College of East Asian Medicine
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