Testimonials

 “Participating in Yoga Teacher Training at Shine On was one of the best choices I have ever made. Along with gaining so much useful knowledge and information that has helped prepare me to become a yoga teacher, I grew immensely as a person both emotionally and spiritually. One of my favorite aspects of the program is that the format of each weekend allowed us the time and space to bond as a group and explore and learn together in a supportive environment. Amber is extremely gifted and knowledgeable, making her an amazing guide through the journey of YTT. I will be forever grateful for the time and passion she put in to this program. I highly recommend this YTT program to anyone who is looking to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the practice of Yoga. Truly life-changing!”Taylor 

“The yoga teacher training with Amber Melendy was such an amazing, life enhancing experience for me. It was so much more than just practicing yoga poses or breathing techniques. I learned how to truly connect with all of the layers of myself. Never before have I gone this deep or connected with others so deeply. Amber taught us how to process emotions, how to release, and how to forgive. She taught us how to strengthen our energies, believe in ourselves, and open our hearts to both giving and receiving love and abundance. I learned so much about myself from this experience and have become a much happier, stronger, more peaceful, more aware version of myself. My life has been forever changed and I will forever be connected to the wonderful people I met here.”Melissa

"I have received so much more than I could ever have anticipated in taking Shine On Yoga's Teacher Training with Amber Melendy-and I'm not speaking merely of the superb anusara-influenced asana training; or the deep physiological understanding of the possibilities of healing inherent in the practice; or the philosophical synthesis of Traditional Yogic, Tantric, and Shamanic philosophies; or the emotional growth that has (inevitably) accompanied these experiential teachings. This barely scratches the surface! Amber has the genius to integrate guest instructors who have assisted her in presenting a comprehensive array of approaches to understanding, and working with, the body and energy system as practice becomes aelf-healing, heart-opening becomes trauma release and recovery, and internal realization becomes volitional self-evolution. In this training we have expanded our minds and deepened our understandings with presentations on Nutrition; Alexander Technique and Body Dialogues; Somato-Respiratory Integration; NLP-based positive Communication Techniques; Health Rhythms Group Empowerment Drumming, and more and more. And finally, Amber has drawn together a diverse, talented and truly heartful medley of trainees who each have so much to offer that this experience has been honestly life-changing in myriad ways. I walk in gratitude at inclusion in this transformation!"Wolf ”Shine On has been absolutely instrumental in my personal growth and interior expansion. I've been shown the true expression of Yoga, a Union. I've begun to blossom in understanding the intrinsic unity that can be found within this body and it's loving relationship with this mind, and through this, the extensionality of the Self to include all beings in this Ocean of We.In facing all my of ignorance and pain, not alone but with a community and family that supports it's self on this mutual intention, I am and we are re~discovering the rest of our selves. Reflecting on this leaves nothing but gratitude and projecting into where it will lead leaves nothing but joy.”Chase “Amber's yoga teacher training program is the most influential and life-changing program I've ever experienced. Her dedication to connect with each person ensures they will receive the most fulfilling, and well-rounded yoga training possible. Going beyond the typical yoga teacher training programs available in the U.S., Amber's program focuses on asana anatomy, yoga philosophy and personal awakening. Each student walks away feeling empowered to teach from an authentic place. I learned more about myself, grew as a person, became more accepting of myself and others, and have become more self-actualized as a result of her teachings. I highly recommend the program to anyone looking to understand yoga and their self on a deeper level.”Michelle

"Shine On Yoga TT is unique in that it delves deep into the Self in ways that enable you to grow exponentially. Amber is a truly gifted teacher and mentor; she offers her knowledge & insight from a wide range of healing modalities and encourages you to explore your true spirit as a teacher and student. It really is a life changing experience you will not regret!"Mary Kathryn

 “I absolutely loved my yoga teacher training with Amber Melendy. I learned so much about alignment, chakras, and energy that I use in my classes now; but, more importantly, I learned so much more about myself: my body, my limits/fears, and my spirit. I found a beautiful family. I found peace, love, and acceptance right when I needed it. I wouldn’t have changed that experience for anything.”Madeline

“I have to tell you what an amazing teacher you are.... I feel truely blessed that you allowed to enter your world and let me open myself to find my essence again.I was taken back, I had to sit back and absorb all the "juicyness" around me. I love that you say that word. So cool.”Eva

“Teacher training was a life changing, heartfelt experience. It brought me back to my entirety. I felt loved and safe to share my deepest emotions and to look at and acknowledge my past traumas. Amber was such a blessing in my life. I couldn't have asked for anything better.”Carine

“Deciding to join yoga teacher training with Amber was one of the best decisions I have made. Her program taught me so much about yoga and about myself. She provides the tools to help you grow as a person and a yoga teacher and makes a point to connect to every student she has. Her heart and soul are poured into this program, which is something rare in training's sometimes. I feel so thankful to have gone through it because I came out as a better person and better teacher, with connections to so many amazing people, and with the tools to continue in this path of yoga. I wholeheartedly recommend this program to anyone looking for a profound experience in their journey to become a yoga teacher or anyone looking to learn more about the practice."Maria

“I highly recommend Yoga Teacher Training with Amber! I took a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training with her in the 2015-2016 year. This program changed my life! “When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.” This quote perfectly reflects this time of my life.I had been practicing yoga for about 5 years prior to starting this training. As an avid runner, I found that yoga was a nice compliment to training for half marathons and marathons. The more I practiced, however, I realized that yoga was much more profound than a physical exercise making my body feel good. After shopping around with the various yoga teacher trainings around Central Florida, this program appealed to me because I felt that it was structured in an organized way that worked with my schedule. I particularly loved that we focused on a different chakra each weekend. We went in depth with various poses, mantras, food, herbs, and meditation techniques to tie in with each chakra. We dove into yoga anatomy, verbal cueing, pranayama, and so much more. I honestly had so many deep breakthroughs and transformations, beginning from the very first class I had with Amber.I learned how to meditate and started having visions from the very first savasana in her class. My heart broke open, allowing me to be more compassionate and understanding of myself and others. I found my voice and was able to release shame and guilt by speaking up about traumatic experiences I had been through. Yoga teacher training with Amber marked the beginning of finding comfort, confidence and serenity within myself. Amber gave us the space, acceptance, and love to… Simply. Be. Ourselves.This program allowed us to go deep within ourselves. I truly believe that if you want to be a teacher and guide, that first you must go within. Amber exemplifies and shows you the way towards being more loving, gentle, kind, and compassionate with yourself. The more aware we become with ourselves, the more we can show up for others! Whether you want to be a yoga teacher or just go deeper into the practice for self-study, Amber is one wise and powerful guide with a very diverse background of yogic healing modalities!”Robyn

“My name is Dehuel Juarbe, I've been a Yogi for about ten years. I started doing Yoga in 2010, yet I must say that when I first started doing Yoga, it was more out of a physical necessity. So I was stretching, doing asanas every day, and I started noticing amazing changes occurring within my entire life experience. From these stretches that I was doing, I started feeling a sense of Union from within myself that was becoming addicting. After a year and half or so, I wanted to take my practice to the next level, as I felt that I had reached a bit of a plateau and now I was longing for a more profound experience. I had been given a taste and now I wanted more. So in 2011 I decided to look for a teacher. Within my first few set of searches on the internet, I came across Amber's teacher training program and I became intrigued by the sensation I was feeling as looked over her website. When I contacted her, she informed me that before we move along any further, she needed to meet me in person, which at this point after she said that, I was 100% sure that she was who I wanted as my teacher. Days later I went and met with Amber, which I must say, I was in total bliss being in her presesence.  I felt her being to be one the most sensible people I had ever met. Her full attention was locked in towards our shared space and time. So with no hesitation, I chose her as my teacher and with much love, she accepted me as her student. The entire course was a beautiful journey and has been one the most profound experiences in my entire life. She encompasses the full spectrum of Yoga. The mental, physical and spiritual are all equal dimensions within her practice. She embedded within me an understanding of Yoga that was guaranteed to make me a more sensible/prudent person everyday for the rest of my life. Through my experience and reality, Amber is a true western Yogi. A rare Gem in this chaotic and hectic society. Not many teachers like her in our western culture. I consider her to be one of my Gurus for serving as a roadmap and for dispelling much of my darkness. Through her wisdom and guidance, I was able to integrate a deeper dimension of Yoga. Oh and one more thing...a very unique quality of great teacher is being an amazing student, which on that front, it is safe to say Amber is a student of All.” Namaste, DJ