Yoga & Mindful Movement

Rooted in Yoga, Evolving Through Awareness

My teaching is rooted in yoga, yet it has grown into something broader: a mindful approach to movement that blends breath, awareness, and the wisdom of the body. Over the years, I’ve drawn from the traditions of Kripalu and Iyengar yoga, the Feldenkrais Method® of Awareness Through Movement® and Functional Integration®, my clinical background in physical therapy, and my training in pelvic floor rehabilitation and personal healing.

Yoga was my gateway. It began as a way to connect with my mother, a devout Catholic, who turned to yoga as a path of healing in her own life. Practicing alongside her gave me a way to experience faith through the body, and yoga has remained a lifelong source of grounding and renewal. After her passing in 2013, I felt called to teach, carrying forward her legacy and answering the invitation I had carried within me for decades.

My Approach

For me, yoga is not just about postures. It is:

  • Breath and mindful movement that ground the body

  • A way of prayer and kindness, both inward and outward

  • A practice that draws me closer to my Catholic and Christian roots, and to God

  • A path of awareness, connection, and compassion

My own journey through chronic pain, sports injuries, pelvic floor healing, and life as a former national-level athlete also informs the way I teach. I understand both the discipline of training and the vulnerability of recovery, and I bring that balance into every class.

How I Teach

I am a 500-hour certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher. My teaching is influenced by:

  • The flow and presence of Kripalu yoga

  • The alignment and precision of Iyengar yoga

  • The somatic awareness of the Feldenkrais Method

  • My clinical background as a physical therapist

  • My training in pelvic floor rehabilitation and healing

This integration allows me to create classes that are grounding, accessible, and deeply restorative — practices that support alignment, nervous system balance, and the quiet strength of the pelvic floor.

Where to Practice

I currently teach yoga and mindful movement in partnership with the dharma teachers Jonathan Foust and Tara Brach, and I also offer:

  • Private one-on-one sessions (online or in person)

  • Seasonal gatherings in natural spaces, including national parks

  • Occasional group classes and retreats

Each class is an invitation to reconnect with your body, your breath, and your deeper self in a safe, nurturing way.

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