About Emily

I'm Emily, a passionate and dedicated yoga instructor with over twenty years of professional experience committed to empowering students on their wellness journeys. My personalized approach is designed to help you feel relaxed, inspired, healthy, balanced, supported, and connected - both on and off the yoga mat.  

I believe yoga is more than just physical exercise - it's a way of life that integrates the body, mind, and emotions to reach deeper states of awareness and relaxation. My teaching philosophy centers on empowering students to tap into yoga's transformative potential for self-improvement.  

In addition to customized classes for all levels, I offer specialized instruction in the areas of yoga for seniors, busy professionals, stay-at-home parents, athletes, and those with injuries or conditions requiring therapeutic yoga; I also offer unique classes, including prenatal/postnatal yoga, chair yoga, yoga for the visually impaired, online yoga, and corporate sessions.  

My classes blend functional movement, traditional poses, breathing techniques, and mindfulness to build strength, flexibility, balance, and elevated energy. Through these classes, I aim to empower you to take control of your physical and mental health. 

I am dedicated to creating a peaceful, supportive environment where you can feel relaxed and at ease. My goal is to motivate positive changes through yoga and wellness practices that help you achieve balance, harmony, and fulfillment in life.  

As your dedicated instructor on this journey, I'm committed to providing personalized attention that tailors your practice to resonate with your unique goals, needs, and abilities. Your individuality is at the heart of our work together. Feel empowered to connect with me anytime with questions or thoughts—I'm here to support you wholeheartedly.

I began my yoga studies at The Mindful Body in San Francisco, California, where I taught, practiced, and mentored after completing my 200-hour yoga teacher certification in 2001. My yoga studies continued through immersion courses, workshops, and additional teacher training programs, focusing primarily on Ashtanga, Iyengar, Yoga Therapy, Yoga for Kids, Prenatal, Postnatal and Restorative Yoga.

I've had the opportunity to learn from some of the industry's most influential teachers, including Tim Miller, Nischala Joy Devi, Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa, Judith Lasater, Sara Powers, and Rod Stryker. But most notably, I have learned the most from the people I teach. They are my real inspiration and the reason why I do what I do.