Julie Batcho
Julie turned to yoga in 2001 to help aid in recovery from a sport related injury. Discovering first hand the healing qualities (mentally and physically) of yoga she knew she needed to share this experience with others. In 2005 she completed her 200-hour teacher training certification at Yandara Institute, Baja, Mexico and is currently a registered yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance. In Mexico she studied under Gloria Goldberg, director of the B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga Institute in Los Angeles. Although Julie is not a certified Iyengar teacher she emphasizes the importance of proper alignment combining what she learned with the more personal expression of Vinyasa flow. Julie has been teaching for the last three years and currently resides in Newport, Rhode Island.
Shiva Kunz
Shiva has been practicing and teaching Hatha Vinyasa yoga for over 15 years. She is now pursuing her 500 hour RYT certification. In classes, Shiva guides students into deep alignment of mind, body and spirit. With a gentle focus on the integrity of the breath, she encourages students to infuse each asana with strength and power.
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Sharon Pearson
“The incredible Lightness of Being” aptly describes Sharon’s transcendental journey of yoga.Freedom is an unparalled gift that is enhanced by an enduring and enlightened practice. A native New Yorker, Sharon attended a class led by swami Arjal Ghati and never looked back. Her unbridled passion for yoga propelled her into teaching so others could share the joy and calmness of practice. Ms. Pearson began her training at Soma Yoga and earned her 200 hr. certification at Sonic Yoga in N.Y.C. Sharon taught in both NYC and Los Angeles. She has a Yoga Fit Certification and is a registered teacher and member of the yoga alliance. She is currently studying for her 500 hour certification and resides in beautiful Newport.
Meg Lerner
Meg Lerner. Meg is a new addition to our family. She has been teaching yoga for 10 years and has completed her certification at Samadhi Yoga in Connecticut. Meg’s training is focused in Hatha, Prana Crea, Vinyasa and Kripalu yoga. Her expertise is with Power Yoga, Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow. Aside from yoga, Meg loves running, surfing and Newport!
Gitali (Tania Alexandra)
Gitali (Tania Alexandra) is a firm believer that in conscious movement, stillness, and breath – healing naturally arises. She enjoys the explorative aspects of yoga and encourages her students to discover a deeper understanding of their own bodies from a non-judgmental place. By engaging students to explore their own edges, patterns and challenges she gently guides them through their own boundaries. Along with the physical aspects of yoga, her classes include focus on pranayama (breath), dhyana (meditation), and dharana (concentration). Gitali recently moved to the New England area from Philadelphia where she was teaching yoga (various forms of asana and meditation) steadily for 6 years. She received her certification from the Shambhava School of Yoga at Shoshoni in Rollinsville, CO, and has additionally received training from Beryl Bender Birch, Michael Buck, Kids Training from Jill Cummings, and is a Certified Reiki Master Teacher and practitioner. Also a performing singer songwriter, Gitali loves to chant and has taught various forms of music / movement classes and workshops throughout the northeast. She additionally works in collaboration with Dr. Michael Fowlin to bring assemblies to schools focusing on self-acceptance, compassionate understanding, and diversity awareness. Gitali continues her own daily yoga practice inspired by the guidance of her teacher Rishi Maha Mahamandaleshwar Sri Shambhavananda, as well as drawing from her own life experiences. She is registered with Yoga Alliance.
Sarah Back
Sarah began her yoga studies at Yoga To The People in her hometown of New York City, and completed 200-hour teacher certification at Yandara Yoga Institute in Baja, Mexico. She is a Yoga Alliance Registered instructor. As a teacher, her greatest satisfaction is in helping students to accept the moment just as it is and find a sense of peace. Her teaching style is Vinyasa Flow, connecting breath to each movement. Continuing studies include meditation and kirtan at Ananda Ashram in Monroe, NY, classical yoga with Dharma Mittra and certification in Reiki Level 1. Sarah is hooked on the Rhode Island lifestyle and resides in Newport.
Amy Feucht
I have been practicing yoga for 8 years. I am a bookish, coffeehouse non- athlete who fell in love with the practice of yoga. I used to be less than kind to my body and this practice has helped me discover ways of calming my busy, rapid mind and finding ease of being. My class will be Vinyassa with Forest influences that mix smart sequences, sweet breath and maybe some special charms of chanting, meditation or “new” poses. For me, Yoga is a place for bravery, sanctuary and joy. I want you to bring your genuine self sowe can have fun, kindness and lots of mistakes. It is more important to me to find a place whereI am at home within my own body and breath then to be focused on: “getting it right”. I find theasanas come when I enjoy the practice of exploration. In my class we will try lots of things and find some new places in ourselves and with each other. I believe in serious yoga- for silly people! You are SO invited! I trained with David Vendetti at South Boston Yoga in 500 hours of Yoga and Bodywork training.
Jennifer Risio
Jennifer has been developing a practice for 14 years and has been captivated by the transformational effects of yoga since 2001. She is a graduate of Grace School of Yoga where she studied under Judy McClain, and has her 200 hour RYT certification. Her classes help students find grace and stillness, strength and agility, while igniting breath and movement as one. Jennifer knew from early on in her yoga practice that she wanted to share with ALL the healing qualities of yoga. Teaching has been a heartfelt blessing! She is a conduit for those seeking balance, peace, and harmony in their lives. She believes yoga should be filled with freedom, grace, and laughter on and off the mat. Jennifer teaches a powerful flow emphasizing strength and lightness, allowing the mind to relax and the heart to shine!
Rose Napoli
Rose Napoli has been practicing and studying mind-body science and holistic healing since the early 70’s. Trained in a variety of modalities, she specializes in Hatha, Yin and Yang Yoga, Guided Imagery and Thai yoga massage. She has her basis in the Buddhist philosophy, Shaman ways, Eastern and Western science and offers a unique balance to help improve inner peace and physical well-being.
Deb De Marino
Deb De Marino RYThas been teaching yoga for 12 years. She received her 1st 200 hour certificationin Hatha with Frog Pond Yoga in Princeton Ma. More recently. A 200 hour Vinyasa certificationin 2010 with Katherine Conte of Focus Yoga and Daniel Orlansky, creator of Meridian Yoga. She also specializes in pre-natal yoga, teaches at Bellani Maternity in Warwick and is a certified childbirth douala with Dona International. Her philosophy after all these years is to wear the pose, don’t let the pose wear you.