Staying active and healthy have always been important to me. I suffer from fitness ADD and have literally been involved in all forms of working out from dancing, to boxing, to traditional weight training, snowboarding, Pole, Pilates, CrossFit and even a Tri-Athlon. I was always reluctant about Yoga due to my physical limitations; I have metal rods, hooks and screws in my spine from a Scoliosis surgery, metal plates and nails in my right arm from a skiing accident, bad knees, and hips that have turned in from birth. You wouldn’t say I started Yoga with high
expectations.

When I moved to Purcellville in 2015 from my hometown in Northern NY, I starting taking classes at Yoga Time Studio and absolutely fell in love with Yoga – thank you, Mindy Beach! Every form of Yoga, class and instructor taught me something new, while offering something unique each practice. Alas, my fitness ADD met its match! It was also at that point when I realized I needed Yoga for more than just the physical benefits. Restorative yoga helped me through my battle with Lyme Disease and many limbs of yoga have since helped me combat anxiety and depression. The connection of mind, body and soul that Yoga offers is something I’ve never experienced with other activities. Not to mention all the health benefits. Why doesn’t everyone do Yoga?!

I am a people person first and foremost. I have a 22 years of Marketing and Sales experience, mostly in the firearms industry and have a love for writing and public relations. I have now been a yoga teacher for 8 years – teaching all forms of yoga and I feel so blessed to lead students on and off the mat. Being a Yoga Instructor allows me to combine my passion for helping people with also staying active and healthy. Plus, I’m proof that any “body” can practice Yoga.

I hope to inspire and practice with you soon! Shanti, Shanti, Shanti!