I’m a compassionate, knowledgeable yoga teacher and personal trainer. I infuse every class with a theme that encourages self-inquiry, humor, and encouragement, with the goal of physical, mental, and emotional alignment.
My long career as a financial journalist required me to be a good listener, curious question-asker, keen observer, and efficient synthesizer of information—all in the service of breaking down complex topics to educate and entertain. I draw on all these skills as a yoga teacher, yoga therapist, and personal trainer. I am honored to have found a teaching (and actual) home in Jackson Heights, Queens.
My training
I have specialty certifications in:
• Yoga Therapy: I am a certified yoga therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapists, thanks to more than 900 hours of education and training with Prema Yoga Institute.
• Yoga for Osteoporosis and Yoga for Back Care, techniques for treatment and prevention, from Dr. Loren Fishman
• Restorative Yoga, Relax & Renew Levels 1 and 2 with Judith Hanson Lasater, which built on my earlier Restorative Levels 1 and 2 from Laughing Lotus
• Experiential Anatomy and Pranayama with Judith Hanson Lasater
I have spent years studying anatomy, biomechanics, somatics, and how the mind and body operate as one with nationally recognized teachers, doctors, and physical therapists, such as Dr. Loren Fishman, Ellen Saltonstall, Judith Hanson Lasater, Dr. Chris Walling, and Dr. Ray Long. My personal training certification is through the American College of Sports Medicine.
I began my training with Rudrani Farbman, Jackie Prete, and Julia Pearring through the World Yoga Center. I'm deeply grateful to all my teachers, and am committed to continuing my study.
