Vitality Yoga

05/04/2026

Off-grid for 12 days.

I’ll be stepping away from messages and screens for a while as I head into the bush with my 12 yr old twins for our rewilding camps.

I LOVE these camps. The kids LOVE these camps! (Thank goodness!)

No phones. No news. No electricity.

Slow days. Bush walks. River washes. Campfire songs. Connecting with beautiful humans. Falling back into rhythm with nature.

I’ll check messages on Saturday 11th April when we head out to restock supplies. Otherwise, I’ll be offline until Saturday 18th April.

There are still a few places available in Term 2 for all classes except Thursday 9.30am, Tuesday 7.15pm, Men’s Yoga, and Friday 9.30am.

Just message me and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

Big love,
Mel 🧡

30/03/2026

Term 2 Yoga Classes - Starting Monday, 20th April 2026

Join Melanie Chapman for 10 weeks of supportive, accessible, nourishing yoga.

Many classes are already full or nearly full, early booking recommended.

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Monday
9:30am – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (Beginner-friendly)
5:45pm – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (Beginner-friendly)
7:15pm – Men’s Yoga (Beginner-friendly)

Tuesday
6:00am – Fit Yoga
9:30am – Gentle Yoga with Yin holds (Beginner-friendly)
5:45pm – General Yoga
7:15pm – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (Beginner-friendly)

Thursday
6:00am – Fit Yoga
9:30am – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (Beginner-friendly)

Friday
6:00am – Gentle Yoga & Meditation (Beginner-friendly)
9:30am – General Yoga

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👉 View timetable & book via link in bio

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27/01/2026

Yes! Poor balance can be an indicator of how the rest of the body is tracking. And while practising balance poses might not lengthen your life per se, balancing regularly helps keep your proprioceptive system functioning well.

If you don’t use it, you lose it.

That’s why manageable, accessible balance practices are an integral part of Gentle Yoga & Meditation. I still have space in my Friday 6am class, commencing this week. Interested? Comment below

20/01/2026

I usually keep my business and personal page separate, but we are just back from the most epic 3-week family holiday…
possibly our last one now that our eldest is 19.

If you’re into snorkelling or diving, Raja Ampat in Western Papua (formerly Irian Jaya) is an absolute must.
The best snorkelling.
Thriving, ancient, ALIVE coral.
Incredible, abundant marine life. Giant turtles, reef sharks, manta rays galore, huge schools of vibrant, tropical fish.
And the most generous, beautiful people.

Rustic, basic, wildly humbling travel…
with a little Bali luxury on either side to ease us in and out.

And now I’m home, grounded, grateful, and ready to teach again.

Term 1 starts Tuesday 27 January.
Many classes are already full, with a few spots still available.
If you’re feeling the nudge, reach out.

Timetable and bookings:
vitalityyogabendigo.com.au/timetable
(link in bio)

16/10/2025

🐾 Spur of the moment Puppy Yoga!
I’ve just decided to run a special class this Saturday, Oct 18, before all the puppies go to their new homes 🐶💛

It will be a floor-based, super accessible class. It’s more about moving mindfully among playful pups than perfect technique. I’ve taught yoga for over 20 years, but I’ve never taught a puppy yoga class, so we’ll see where this goes!

If you’re ready to ramp up the joy factor in your yoga practice, this is your chance. Expect chaos, cuddles and a whole lot of joy.

🕤 9.30am | 💰 $25 | 📍
Comment below to join! ✨

07/10/2025

✨ Vitality Yoga — Term 4, 2025 ✨
🧘‍♀️ Start date: Monday 13th October
10-week term $180

New to Yoga? Our Gentle Yoga & Meditation and Yin yoga classes are perfect for Beginners and anybody looking for a quieter practice. General and Fit yoga classes are stronger and best for those with yoga experience.

Monday
9:30am Gentle Yoga & Meditation
5:45pm Gentle Yoga & Meditation
7:15pm Men’s Yoga

Tuesday
6:00am Fit Yoga
9:30am Yin Yoga
5:45pm General
7:15pm Gentle Yoga & Meditation

Wednesday
7:15pm Gentle Yoga & Meditation

Thursday
6:00am Fit Yoga
9:30am Gentle Yoga & Meditation

Friday
6:00am Gentle Yoga & Meditation
9:30am General

13/06/2025

🕯️ Mini Yoga Retreat – Welcoming the Winter Solstice ❄️
🗓️ Sunday 15th June | ⏰ 8:30am – 11:30am
🧘‍♀️ With Mel Chapman | 📍 In-person in Bendigo | 💲$50

As we move through the stillness of winter and toward the solstice, take a quiet morning to pause, reflect and reconnect.

We’ll share a nourishing blend of:
🔥 Gentle dynamic movement to warm the body
🌙 Yin yoga to soften and release
💨 Pranayama (breathwork)
🧘‍♂️ Meditation & Yoga Nidra

A chance to turn inward, honour the season, and invite balance.
All levels welcome. 🧺 Props provided – just bring water. 💧

Let’s move gently from darkness into light, together. 🌑🌞

02/06/2025

Remember beautiful Kate who was one of our main yoga teachers at the old Vitality Yoga studio, next to the Good Loaf?
She has just lost her home, yoga studio and massage therapy room in a house fire.
A go fund me page has been set up.

Please share, give or both if you can.
She’s lost so much 🧡

Hi, my name is Sara and I have set up this fundraising for Kate Ro… Sara Mcq needs your support for Kate Robinson - Yoga Earth Love. Fire destroyed her home.

28/05/2025

🧘 UPDATE - this is now running on Sunday 15th June instead! All other deteils are the same 🧡

Join me for a 3-hour MINI YOGA RETREAT on King’s B’day public holiday, Monday 9th June, 8.30am till 11.30am. Dive into a blend of dynamic yoga, restorative yin, pranayama, meditation and Yoga Nidra with Mel Chapman. Suitable for various experience levels. Yoga props provided; just bring water. Face-to-face class only. Bookings essential. Cost: $50. 🌿 🧘‍♀️✨

25/04/2025

🌿 Term 2 Yoga Classes begin on Monday and we have a few places left.

🧘‍♀️ Class Timetable & Availability:

Monday:
• 9:30am – Gentle Yoga & Meditation FULL
• 5:45pm – Gentle Yoga & Meditation: FULL
• 7:15pm – Men’s Yoga: 3 spaces left
Tuesday:
• 6:00am – Fit Yoga: 4 spaces left
• 9:30am – Yin Yoga: Plenty of space!
• 5:45pm – General Yoga: FULL
• 7:15pm – Gentle Yoga & Meditation: FULL

Wednesday: • 7:15pm – Gentle Yoga & Meditation: FULL

Thursday:
• 6:00am – Fit Yoga: 3 spaces left
• 9:30am – Gentle Yoga & Meditation: 1 space left
Friday:
• 6:00am – Gentle Yoga & Meditation: 2 spaces left
• 9:30am – General Yoga: FULL

📩 Comment below or message me to book your spot or for more details! 🧘‍♂️✨