25/05/2026
Ever wondered how Stroud Yoga Space came to be? 🌿
It all started back in 2012 with our founder, Rachel Mellish. Having taught yoga in the local area for nearly a decade at the time, Rachel had a vision to create a warm, welcoming, and light-filled sanctuary for movement and connection - a comfortable alternative to the chilly village halls of the past.
With a lot of love, imagination, and the help of her husband William, friends, and local craftspeople, they transformed what used to be an old pet shop into the vibrant yoga studio space we all enjoy today.
As the studio grew, so did the needs of our community. In 2016, we expanded to open Stroud Yoga Shop next door. Rachel wanted to create a helpful, supportive extension of the studio - a place where you can find thoughtfully curated, practical items like durable mats, props, and ethical yoga wear to support your practice, without any pressure or trend-led sales.
Alongside her 20+ years of yoga teaching, Rachel has also been a hairdresser for over 40 years! Today, she brings that same sense of care and undivided attention to her hairdressing clients right here at the studio on Wednesdays and Fridays. It’s a quiet, calm, and personal space where you can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.
Whether you are stepping into a class for the very first time, picking up a prop or a new outfit, or booking in for a quiet haircut, Rachel’s original vision remains the same: to make everyone feel genuinely welcome, supported, and at home.