What is Yoga?

Yoga has been around for thousands of years, originating in India. Most people know it for the physical poses, but at its heart, yoga is about finding balance, building awareness, and connecting with yourself through control of the mind. It’s a tool to help you navigate chaos, calm your thoughts, and feel more grounded, on and off the mat.

Honoring the Roots of Yoga

In my classes, I honor yoga’s roots by incorporating traditional Sanskrit names (I do my best to pronounce them correctly), alongside more familiar terms when helpful. I guide students beyond the physical poses, weaving in breathwork (pranayama), meditation, and mindful reflection (svadhyaya). My teaching is mostly rooted in the 8-limb practice of Raja Yoga, though I sometimes incorporate other relevant influences and practices. It’s all about creating space for you to connect with yourself—not just move through a sequence.

My Yogic Philosophy

I’m a guide, not a guru. I don’t have all the answers, but I do provide tools and space for you to explore your own practice. My goal is to empower you...help you grow, strengthen, and feel more at home in your body and mind.

Traditional Teachers

I’ve learned from teachers rooted in traditional lineages of the practice, both in the United States and during my time spent in Nepal. That experience was one of the first times I really understood that yoga is more than just the physical practice.

It's a philosophy, a discipline, and a way of relating to yourself and the world.

That perspective continues to shape how I teach.

Yoga is a living tradition, passed through generations of dedicated practitioners and teachers. I honor that lineage by acknowledging some of the individuals whose wisdom continues to influence how yoga is practiced and taught today:

Sri T. Krishnamacharya – Often called the father of modern yoga, his approach blended classical philosophy with embodied practice and shaped many of the lineages practiced around the world today.

Indra Devi – One of the first women accepted as a student by Krishnamacharya, she helped make yoga more accessible while maintaining its philosophical depth.

Geeta Iyengar – Daughter of B.K.S. Iyengar, she dedicated her life to teaching yoga with clarity, precision, and care. Her work continues to inspire teachers around the world, including me.