I have practiced traditional Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga as well as medicine ball since 1998 as a student of Eric Faqir, a classically trained yogi in traditional yoga systems and the martial arts. I earned my 500+ hr Certification through Advanced Yoga Sciences in San Francisco. My studio emphasizes teaching and certifying students in traditional yoga, pure forms that have been passed on to me through rigorous examination and application. I wish to share them with you.

Practicing yoga has not been physically easy for me. When I was child I had an injury which paralyzed the entire left side of my body. From this injury a long and humbling journey began. With help I retrained my mind and body to do the simple things I had already learned as a child, like walking, tying my shoes, and even smiling. Because of this experience I’ve been asked to work with people with many different physical challenges ranging from paraplegic to mild paralysis. I enjoy this very much.

Here’s a quick link to an article about me in Arizona Business Journal: http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2010/12/20/top-10-of-2010---photos.html?s=image_gallery

Today I participate in triathlons and occasional 5K races. For me yoga has become the key element in developing grace, coordination, and strength. As I continue to practice the traditional styles of yoga a sense of inner calm and emotional strength has grown in all areas of my life, particularly in the roles of mother and business owner.