How I Got Here

I fell in love with the practice of yoga when I was pregnant with my first son. Physically it massaged my body, relaxed my achy joints and showed me how to make space for my growing belly. And while I loved the physical practice, I was drawn to other benefits as well. I learned how to breathe deeply, how to accept my changing body, and how to trust in my ability to become a good mother. After my son was born I lost that spiritual journey for some time as I got swept up in motherhood and a full time job. It took me some time to get back to my mat and remember that connection. Once I felt it again, I did not want to lose it and practicing yoga became part of my everyday existence. As it did during my pregnancy, yoga again allowed me to breathe and grow, however, this time the growth was inward. My practice became my salvation. When I was dealing with health issues, relationship woes, the craziness of motherhood and all the rest, my mat became my safe place. Practicing yoga taught me how to love myself inside and out, truly breathe, and let go. While I was still myself at the core, I was calmer and stopped trying to control everything in my path.

The peace I found from my own practice fueled my desire to become a teacher and share what had transformed my life in so many ways.

One of my greatest joys of teaching yoga is creating community. Wherever I teach, I love letting this practice guide us to a deeper space and finding a connection with ourselves and in each other. I strive to create a welcoming and nurturing environment where students feel safe to travel within and be present in their practice. You can expect a hatha-based asana practice, verbal adjustments, breath awareness, meditation and deep relaxation.