Yoga 

Through my yoga journey, I have returned with a much deeper appreciation for the true essence of Yoga. Beyond postures and flexibility, Yoga is a practice of honoring the body with self-love, cultivating awareness, and connecting to a higher sense of self.

Yoga asanas support balance, strength, and openness while helping clear the “monkey mind” of daily stress, anxiety, and mental noise related to the past, present, and future. Through mindful movement and intentional breath, the practice creates space for clarity, ease, and a more positive inner state.

Breath plays a central role in my teaching. Using Ujjayi breath during asana practice supports the flow of prana (life-force energy) throughout the body, helping to release stored tension, discomfort, and pain. Breath and movement together create a calming rhythm that supports both physical and nervous system balance.

Yoga is a practice of union—uniting body, breath, mind, and awareness. The word Yoga itself means “to unite.” With consistent practice—whether daily or weekly—many people experience meaningful shifts in energy, mindset, and overall well-being. Even beginning the day with gentle pranayama (breath regulation) can help rebalance the body and mind, supporting a grounded and centered state throughout the day.

Training & Background

In 2013, I traveled to the Himalayan region of India, where I studied yoga in Dharamsala under Deepak Sharma at Sampoorna Yoga School. There, I completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification (Yoga Alliance) with a focus on Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow.

Dharamsala, known as the springtime residence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, is a place rich in spiritual tradition and contemplative practice. My time there deeply shaped my understanding of yoga as both a physical and spiritual discipline.