Zen with Zegley was founded in 2016 by Melissa and Jim Zegley from a deep belief in the power of healing, connection, and mindful living. What began with Reiki naturally expanded to include Yoga, Meditation, and Ayurveda; each modality offering a unique pathway to balance and wholeness.
We offer practices and services that support the whole person: mind, body, and soul. Our why is simple: to provide support and services to those searching for a more natural lifestyle through Yoga, Meditation, Ayurveda and Reiki. Our goal is to create a safe, welcoming space to support you on your healing journey.
Whether you're stepping onto the mat, settling into stillness, or exploring natural self-care, we’re here to walk beside you every step of the way.
Melissa is a dedicated yoga and meditation teacher, Reiki Master, and Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner based in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Her yoga journey began nearly forty years ago as a way to manage severe asthma, following the recommendation of her childhood pulmonologist. What started as a therapeutic practice soon evolved into a lifelong path of transformation, healing, and inner strength.
Melissa completed her 200- and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings through The Yoga and Ayurveda Center in 2020. She holds additional certifications in restorative yoga, chair yoga, yin yoga, and curvy yoga. She is registered with Yoga Alliance as an ERYT-200, RYT-500, and YACEP, and is also certified as a 500-hour Yoga Teacher through the World Yoga Federation.
Meditation has always held a special place in Melissa’s life. She earned the designation of Grand Master of Meditation through Meditation Alliance International after studying under Swami Vidyanand. She is honored to serve as an International Ambassador for Meditation Alliance International and as the Ambassador to the United States for TIME Meditation.
In addition to her work in yoga and meditation, Melissa is an Usui Reiki Master, attuned in 2016 through 4 Hands Spiritual Healing. She is also a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner with specializations in Ayurvedic Diet and Nutrition as well as Ayurvedic Herbalism. With over 1,100 hours of study through the Yoga Veda Institute, she continues to pursue advanced education in the field of Ayurveda.
Outside of her professional practice, Melissa enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking nourishing meals, reading, and being outdoors—especially when she can connect with the rhythms of nature.
Jim was born and raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania, where he still lives with his wife Melissa. He is an Electronics Engineering Technician at Brooks Instruments in Hatfield.
Jim began his Reiki journey with Melissa when her physician recommended it for her asthma. He received his Level One Usui Reiki Attunement in 2012. He then began practicing on family and friends. Jim is currently studying to become a 200 Hour Certified Meditation Teacher through The Yoga And Ayurveda Center.
Jim's interest in Singing Bowls began around fifteen years ago. He picked up a singing bowl in a store in Bethlehem and began playing. That bowl was the first in his collection. There are now over forty Singing Bowls in his collection and Jim teaches Intro to Singing Bowl Workshops. He and Melissa also facilitate Singing Bowl Meditations.
Jim enjoys creating. Some of his hobbies include 3D Printing, home brewing, sewing, Ham radio, as well as spending time with family, friends, and his spoiled dogs, Molly Moo and Cindy Lou.