About Me:
I was first introduced to yoga through a South Asian philosophy course in college. As an Anthropology major, I focused on Asian studies and then moved to Japan where I taught English for 2 years. I love learning and sharing with others, so I earned a Master’s Degree in Teaching ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages). This allowed me to travel the world and help build bridges between cultures. I taught at four universities in three countries and brought my yoga practice with me wherever I went. The ability of yoga and meditation to bring people together regardless of linguistic or cultural differences was priceless.
While expecting my first child, prenatal yoga brought my practice to a whole new level, gifting me the physical, mental, and emotional strength, courage, and sense of community that would be so important in motherhood. This inspired me to shift my teaching focus from ESOL to yoga. As my family grew, so did my practice, and I adapted my traditional Vinyasa practice to include them in it. From Prenatal to Postnatal to Baby & Me to Kids, yoga & meditation has been my anchor while navigating life’s changes. In addition to these trainings, I completed certifications in Yin yoga, Reiki, and Sound meditation and am a student of Metta (Loving Kindness) meditation.
I see yoga & meditation as practices for all ages and stages of life. I’m especially inspired by my senior clients who continue their practice through the decades, and I look forward to doing the same.
I believe that we all lead through example. One of my most cherished and humble goals in life is to become the kind of person I’d love my kids to be. When we find peace, calm, and joy in ourselves these elements spread out into the world like ripples on a pond. Each and every one of us can make the world a better place. It starts with ourselves.
My motto:
Training & Certifications
BA Anthropology, University of North Texas
MA Teaching ESOL, University of North Texas
RYT YogaWorks, Westlake Village
RPYT Prenatal & Postnatal Teacher YogaWorks, Tarzana
Kids’ Yoga Teacher, Little Heroes Yoga, Infant to Elementary, Granada Hills
Yin Yoga Teacher, Yoga World Heart, Agoura Hills
Usui Reiki Meditation Practitioner, Level 1 & 2, Studio Meiso, Agoura Hills
Sound Meditation Practitioner, Studio Meiso, Agoura Hills