FAQs
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Absolutely! I regularly attend assisting and creative sequencing workshops in order to keep growing as a teacher, as well as going to weekly classes to stay on top of my personal practice. In addition, I often take classes at Yogaglo, a Santa Monica studio with incredible, world-class guest instructors scheduled every week. I feel very lucky to have access to these teachers and always come away with tons of inspiration and new ideas for my own classes.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I worked as a touring musician and Musical Director for over a decade, and the grueling travel schedule, un-ending jet lag and unhealthy lifestyle left me completely burnt out. I had started practicing yoga in an attempt to stay grounded and calm in a high-pressure work environment, as well as a means of alleviating the aches and pains resulting from spending my life in tour buses and airports. I eventually decided that this line of work simply wasn't doing it for me anymore. I completed my yoga teacher training as quickly as possible, and started teaching immediately. Problem solved! I'm happier than ever, and feel constantly motivated to keep growing as both a student and teacher of yoga.
- What types of customers have you worked with?
I teach public classes at both regular and hot yoga studios. These are mostly mixed level classes, and I always find it interesting to come up with sequencing that is both accessible to newer students, but has enough challenging options to keep more advanced yogis engaged as well. Teaching these types of classes also means learning to modify poses for a variety of injuries, and being observant and responsive of the students' needs on that particular day. I'll often modify the class on the fly if circumstances call for it- there's no need to work through a vigorous flow sequence if everyone is feeling wiped out and in the mood for gentle stretching instead. I also teach corporate yoga at various companies, both large and small. These classes include a little bit of everything: easy breathing exercises to allow frazzled employees find a moment of calm in their busy day, gentle stretching to help with stiff shoulder // achy backs // tight hips, and light movement to get the blood flowing and refresh the mind. Classes often take place in cramped offices or conference rooms, so getting creative with the limited space is part of the fun! I also like to use chairs and desks as props- that way students learn stretches they can do by themselves throughout their workday. And finally, I also teach private and semi-private classes, often for clients who simply like to practice at home, or are dealing with an injury that's preventing them from attending public classes. These classes are a lot of fun for me, as I get to focus completely on the needs of the client and give them my undivided attention.