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About
Hi, I'm Catherine — an Austin-based Ashtanga yoga teacher with 8+ years of teaching experience and 12+ years of personal practice.
I studied yoga in Mysore, India with Sharath Jois over several years, becoming an Authorized Level 2 Ashtanga yoga teacher. From there, I taught in Bali for three years, as well as at the University of Virginia and throughout the DC area. More recently I led the group classes at Ashtanga Yoga Austin for 3 years.
My teaching centers on ideal form and breathing practices — the foundation that makes the practice safe and sustainable long-term. My classes are focused and personalized, so you'll build real strength, flexibility, and breath control, while supporting your nervous system and building a practice that fits your life.
Never done Ashtanga before? This is a good place to start. I meet you at your level and offer modifications for every posture, so classes are as challenging or restful as you'd like without being overwhelming.
Feel free to reach out with any questions or to set up a class!
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Hired 5 times
Serves Austin, TX
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9 years in business
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Eleina M.
Sep 3, 2023
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Catherine is a pleasure to work with. I really enjoyed our yoga sessions. My kids loved doing yoga with Cathrine as well.
Details: 4 students • Younger than 18 years old • 41 - 50 years old • Hatha Yoga • No experience • Relaxation • Meditation • My home, venue, etc.
Private Yoga Instruction
Camille H.
Jun 29, 2023
I have taken private online yoga classes with Catherine, and I adore her! I have practiced yoga for years, and since the pandemic, I prefer practicing in the privacy of my home. Working one-on-one with Catherine has been the perfect fit - she has a lovely, calming presence, she is incredibly knowledgeable, and she allows me the space to ask questions and work on things that I need to work on. My practice continues to evolve as I become stronger and more flexible, thanks to the support and guidance that I have received from Catherine, who I highly recommend!
Danilo A.
Jun 14, 2023
Catherine has been a constant breath of fresh air for the last year she has been my instructor. I currently take online lessons with her and always feel refreshed and happier after our lesson. She is very personable and equally as knowledgeable. She also makes sure to keep the lesson fun and challenging. I look forward to our lessons every week. I would highly recommend her for anyone look for a yoga instructor!
Anni Z.
Feb 1, 2022
To be honest for me Ashtanga was always quite an intimidating practice. I was afraid I wouldn't even be able to do half the asanas so I never really started. Until I met Catherine and started practicing with her. Her approach to Ashtanga changed my entire view of this kind of yoga. There was non-judgement and such an ease to the way she teaches, also she has such a calming voice.
I love that she constantly reminded me of the five even inhalations and exhalations for every pose because this kept me in close touch with my breath. Catherine also pays close attention to alignment - which I love. It means I can’t tune out while doing Ashtanga yoga and I like the deep focus.
Her knowledge is immense and I appreciate her talking about her Mysore experience in India and how she found her way to Ashtanga. It's quite inspiring. What I also learned from Cat is that Ashtanga is a lifelong practice and that there isn’t a single part of my body or organ that ever feels left out of this practice.
Jessie C.
Jun 28, 2023
Catherine is such an experienced, knowledgeable, and gifted yoga teacher. She embodies the practice she teaches and inspires her students to approach yoga with compassion for your own unique body and mind. She has a very calming presence and I highly recommend her as a teacher for all levels of yoga!
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Catherine Hartshorn
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer 5 class packages for a discounted price. Contact me directly for more info.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Reach out to me on here with any questions and we can schedule our first class. I travel to the client's home typically for 1-1.5 hour classes. A clean, quiet space is ideal. Payment is due 24 hrs before the class to secure the booking.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Sharath Yoga Center - Mysore, India
- received Level 2 Authorization in 2018
RYT 200 hours
