The body is stimulated by proper exercise, which both strengthens and relaxes. We all must travel a long distance in this physical body. If we do not care for it, how can we reach our goal?
~Swami Kripalu
I believe that it is important for You to understand your physical self and to stay healthy in ways that you enjoy. I participate in many activities and I have taught Kripalu yoga, ballroom dancing, and fitness for dancers.
I am a firm proponent of safety. By developing your own strength, flexibility, and cherishing your limits you can avoid injury and promote healing when you exercise.
I am a firm proponent of safety. By developing your own strength, flexibility, and cherishing your limits you can avoid injury and promote healing when you exercise.
Yoga
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200 hour Registered Yoga Teacher
Kripalu Yoga Teachers Association My life is currently in transition so I am not offering classes. There are many health benefits to yoga, and this isn't just me claiming so from afar. I am a scientist and research shows that yoga and meditation has significant health benefits for many people. Furthermore, I am not "naturally flexible" or the Buddha. I work hard and practice patience in order to understand my body and mind just a little bit better. I would love to direct you toward resources to learn more.
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Dance
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I have experience competing, choreographing and teaching basic Ballroom (especially Latin) with the Carnegie Mellon Ballroom Dance Team. My favorite workshop to hold was titled "Sassiness and Improvisation" - a time for new dancers to forget patterns and instead discover how they could move their body confidently.
I love social dancing. I frequent local dances for Swing, Blues, Salsa, Ballroom, and anything new that comes along. My current favorite is West Coast Swing, but I love to try new styles and meet other dancers. I am currently a member of the Napa Dance Club. In the spirit of variety I have also tried Contemporary, Hip-hop, Pole Dancing, Zumba, Belly Dancing, Musical Theater, and more. I have a reasonable foundation in Aerial Silks. Although I do not teach these styles, the experience helps me relate to dancers from any background and inspires me to try new moves. |
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Aerial Silks
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Wobbling
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Pole Dancing
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Photo Credits to my friends, including but not limited to Eve, Nancy, Aunt Ronnie, Sandra, Ian, Adrienne, Maria.
