yoga, movement, and fitness for those who want to explore ways to move and be well

As a student of yoga, movement, and fitness I like to learn things. My teaching and coaching resonates with students who feel the same about their own movement and mindfulness practices.

As a yoga teacher, I focus on alignment and technique while providing space for students to investigate what alignment and technique actually mean in their own body and mind.

As a personal trainer and coach, I want clients to feel empowered to make choices that will help them use their bodies in strong, impactful ways.

I found yoga while studying Dance and Sociology at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. I didn't initially care for the first few yoga classes I took, but something kept drawing me back to the yoga room. I would regularly return to my mat and found it quickly became my sanctuary. Yoga has helped me combat depression, low self-esteem, and overall dissatisfaction with life. With everything yoga gave me I knew it was important to share those gifts with others.

Although yoga is my main movement love, yoga introduced me to other movement modalities including resistance training and running. With age, I appreciate how my body and mind feel when I lift heavy weights and tackle endurance sports.

In 2009 I completed my first 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training. After taking the time to find the right training for me, I completed my 300-Hour Training with Jason Crandell in San Francisco, CA in 2017. As my interest in resistance training increased, I completed my Personal Training Certification with National Academy of Sports Medicine in 2023.

I offer in-person group and private sessions in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. I also provide live and pre-recorded classes that can be accessed from wherever you call home.

When I'm not teaching yoga or doing my own practice I’m supporting the work of a local nonprofit, Canine Inspired Change, through dog training and leading social-emotional therapy dog programs. I also enjoy running, baking, lifting weights, reading, and cuddling with dogs.

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