Yoga with Brendolyn

Introduction: Hey you all! I am Brendolyn, a certified RYT-200 (currently training for 500), and health coach based in Washington, DC. As someone who has suffered with IBS for more than a decade, I started yoga back in 2014 as a way to manage the pain and possibly detox my body from whatever poison was making my body feel as horribly as it did. Over the years, I increasingly moved away from high-impact training, to yoga which had a transformational impact on me not only physically, but mentally as well. Unaware of the mind-body connection at the time, I noticed with yoga and converting to a plant-based diet, my IBS symptoms completely went away. I just had to deepen my practice AND share it with others and so in 2020, I enrolled in teacher training. Since then, I teach at a local studio, have hosted special events, taught at resorts, and offer 1:1 sessions in-person and online. As a millennial black woman, I have carried so much built-up tension and repressed emotions, so stepping onto my mat is one of the best ways I have learned to unload the weight and cultivate physical and emotional healing. My mission is to cultivate a pressure-free zone for others to explore mindful movement and experience their own personal breakthroughs, such as I have. My aim is to make every class accessible, welcoming, and physically, mentally, and emotionally enriching. I cater to beginner-intermediate yogis, and place a strong emphasis on grounding and centering at the beginning and end of each session. I also like to include a variety of postures to address the body such as heart/hip openers, back pain, detox, and tension; which I can be flexible with depending on your personal needs. I also love to put together a vibe playlist to match to get you in the zone. There is no right or wrong way to do yoga and you can expect personalization according to your preferences. Whether you are seeking yoga for 1:1 self-care or a special event, incorporating yoga can make for a memorable experience that can be enjoyed just for yourself, or one that will bring you closer to the people you care about. I would love to work with and support you along your journey! Brendolyn <3