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Welcome to my site! As a yoga instructor, I aim to enhance your practice through dynamic, strength-building sequences that focus on the technical elements that make the postures safe, efficient, and effective.

latest blog posts.

Flow, Don’t Force: 5 Ways to Move Mindfully & Skillfully Through Yoga Transitions

For the past couple of months, we’ve been focusing on what often goes unnoticed—the transitions. What happens between poses is where we learn the most about our practice: how we sustain attention, adapt, and stay connected as we move. If you’ve ever plopped back into...

Part 2, Back Strengthener Series: Cobra Pose

What are the Benefits of Cobra Pose ?Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) is beneficial for both the body and mind, especially when practiced regularly and with proper form. Here’s why it’s good for you: 🔹 Physical Benefits: 1. Strengthens the spineCobra pose activates and...

3-part Back Strengthener YouTube Series

Looking to Counteract the Effects of Prolonged Sitting? Then this 3-part Back Strengthener Series is just for you. Part One focuses on Locust Pose (Salabhasana). Click on the photo above to view the tutorial. For my money, Salabhasana is one of the best poses for...

New Yoga Alliance Yoga Designation!

I've upgraded one of my Yoga Alliance designations. I now hold an E-RYT 500 designation. What does this designation mean? E-RYT 500 E-RYT 500 is the highest level of certification recognized by the Yoga Alliance. To earn this designation, a yoga teacher must meet the...

March 2026 Yoga Retreat News!

I am happy to announce the impending launch of our March 2026 Yoga Retreat at Desert Hot Springs. In this retreat, we are guided by the theme of Desert Awakening. Along with my co-retreat leader, Stephanie Britton, I am very proud to be bringing this offering to you....

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