My Approach
My teaching methodology focuses on mobility, stability, strength and flexibility that can specifically benefit individuals aged 40 and up.
My approach to yoga focuses on precise and individualized body alignment and engagement of muscles to create stability, strength and flexibility within a caring and fun-loving atmosphere. I encourage comments and questions throughout class to deepen our understanding and relationship with ourselves.
I take time to walk through the "why" for poses and if you are comfortable, I utilize adjustments to assist your learning. My goal is to guide you in your yoga practice and encourage you to listen to your body. I utilize props to assist you in experiencing new ways to engage muscles and feel the benefits of the poses.
My Background
My yogic journey began with trying to find a way to alleviate the chronic neck, shoulder and back pain I experienced through an automobile accident. After physical therapy, I was still in pain and tried yoga. With diligence and time I regained movement and developed muscular strength through yoga to overcome the injury pain. This inspired me to want to be in service to others through yoga.
I began yoga in 2002 practicing in the Iyengar yoga style and received certification for teaching Hatha yoga in 2014. I am certified as an E-RYT 200, 500 RYT, YACEP with Yoga Alliance and Reiki II Certified Practitioner. Prior to yoga, I studied and taught ballet for over 20 years.