Emily    Biography | Testimonials


Biography:
Emily is a certified Yoga instructor providing classes for individuals, couples and small groups. She brings a powerful body and energy connection to each of her teachings. Her expertise stems from over 13 years of training and education. In addition to receiving her teaching certification in therapeutic yoga from Integrative Yoga Therapy, Emily trained with many gifted teachers at the Santa Barbara Yoga Center and The Yoga Garden, and was privileged to study in India, at Yoga Raksanam. This opportunity deepened her understanding of therapeutic yoga and formed her unique approach to the body by including ancient Yogic teachings and modern principles of anatomy and movement.

Emily also earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Syracuse University. With this background she works with children and adults with physical and mental disabilities and individuals with brain injuries. In this capacity, Emily leads yoga and wellness programs at local community organizations helping these individuals thrive and overcome challenges.

In all her teachings, Emily's intention is to provide a fun and safe environment encouraging personal exploration of the yoga practice. She encourages her clients and students to realize an enriching practice of their own that can be enjoyed both on and off the yoga mat.

In her free time, you can find Emily enjoying the local beaches and hiking trails, traveling, and rock climbing.



Testimonials:
“Yoga with Emily has been a gift to my budding practice, and boon to my surfing and climbing. Her understanding of and attention to each pose, its variations and necessary adjustments, has provided me with the depth of yoga I need to practice on my own without fear of injury. I have bounced around for years seeking her qualities in an instructor: precise, reflective, and playful yoga guided by breath. I call upon the mindfulness and flexibility she has helped me nurture constantly, whether it is speaking in public, high on a mountain, or wall of water behind me. Simply said, practice with her and grow in your being”.
-Eric Lohela

“Emily has helped my own practice through her ability to perceive exactly the movement that's needed -- or that needs to be left out -- to increase the flow of energy. Her attention to detail is never dogmatic and tedious, and the easy confidence of her presence is itself of great therapeutic value. I highly recommend her work.”
-Eddie Ellner

“Emily has been instrumental in helping me understand subtle body adjustments through yoga. Although I have been doing yoga for over 10 years, even Emily's beginner class has been a great learning experience because of the depth of knowledge and sensitivity she brings to the practice. In particular I like how Emily focuses on slow but deliberate movement, increasing awareness of body compensations and misalignments. Her classes are happy and enjoyable as she varies the routines and brings such an attentive and respectful attitude to the differences everyone brings to the yoga mat. Emily is a truly great teacher and makes learning more about yoga a joy.”
-Kim Vallely