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One of my favorite childhood memories is Following my Dad around like a shadow while we listened to Genesis and washed the cars or did yard work. And I loved the long drives to get ice cream in the middle of nowhere just to spend time talking, singing and laughing in the car together.
 
I love teaching yoga because Leading people into their breath not only as individuals but as a community is such a powerful experience. This practice has created an immensely positive shift in my life and it overjoys me to be part of passing that along to others. 
 
A life lesson I've learned from yoga practice is Every moment that you have breath, you have a choice- on your mat and in your life. And never underestimate the power of putting your heart over your head.
 
Three words that describe my teaching style: Playful, spontaneous, empowering
 
When I'm not teaching yoga you'll find me Making music, rock climbing, gardening or traveling.
 
Three people who inspire me are My Momma, my Nonnie, and anyone who has made the choice to fall deeply in love with their own life.
 
One of my favorite quotes is: "We can't direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails." Thomas Monson
 

One of my favorite childhood memories is Camp Stella Maris on Conesus Lake, especially bonfires at the beach on a starry night.

I love teaching yoga because I see how people change, grow and honor their true selves through their practice

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is Patience! And, there is no such thing as perfection.

Three words that describe my teaching style: Authentic, empathetic, funny

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me Enjoying my family, working, teaching indoor cycling

Three people who inspire me are My mother and my grandmothers for their compassion, quiet fierceness, and tirelessly helping others.

One of my favorite quotes is: "It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.” Antoine de Saint-Exupery

One of my favorite childhood memories is Riding around with my Grandmother when it was thunder and lightening. We would sit in the back seat, tip our heads back & look out the back window and watch the storm come rolling through. I was a dreamer as a kid. And this sparked my curiosity and love for the stars and Universe. 

I love teaching yoga because Yoga allows me to center myself while giving me a chance to share lots of light and positivity to the world through my own stories and experiences. 

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is A yogi in all ways, always. I no longer force things. What flows, flows. What crashes, crashes. I only have space and energy for things that are meant for me. 

Three words that describe my teaching style: Fun, Empowering, Badass!

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me Cooking and creating in the kitchen. I love to bring health and wellness to my life in all ways!

Three people who inspire me are Lewis Howes, Cyndi & Carly Weis. 

One of my favorite quotes is: "Consider becoming the type of energy that no matter where you go, or where you are, you will always add value to the spaces and lives of those around you."

One of my favorite childhood memories is Being rocked to sleep and sung to by my grandmother and grandfather.

I love teaching yoga because It truly feels like a gift that I was meant to share with others and continue to evolve as a woman, mother and teacher.

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is If I can't take a full deep breath where I am, then I should not be in that place, situation or pose.

Three words that describe my teaching style: Light hearted, energetic, meditation in motion.

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me Having high stakes negotiation with my 3 1/2 year old daughter.

Three people who inspire me are My grandmother, Helen Raineri, Amba Stapleton, Nosara Yoga Institute.

One of my favorite quotes is:
"Watch your thoughts;
they become your words.
Watch your words;
they become your actions.
Watch your actions;
they become habits.
Watch your habits;
they become your character.
Watch your character;
it comes your destiny.”

ne of my favorite childhood memories is I was a dreamer as a kid. I wanted to be an Olympic gymnast, an actress, a singer and a dancer all at once. My sister and I shared a love for movement. When our parents were out in the evening, we would turn up the lights inside, turn on the music, open the curtains and dance to our reflection in the windows. It was so joyous — dopamine levels must have been off the charts. My dreams, in those moments, felt entirely within reach.

I love teaching yoga because I read a great book recently, Love Warrior, by Glennon Doyle Melton. She wrote, “In yoga, instead of using my mind to download wisdom, I use my body”. That’s what I love about teaching yoga! In yoga, the body teaches the mind which is a complete flip-flop to what I used to think about how we learn. Our bodies have a lot to say. Yoga can help us learn to listen.

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is Like yoga, life can be awkward and frustrating. It's uncomfortable at times. When I stop arguing with what is (in yoga and in life) and breathe, accept and adapt, I experience my life in an entirely different way.

Three words that describe my teaching style: big-hearted, joyful, imperfect

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me at breathe, with my family, or taking quiet time to read

Three people who inspire me are I am inspired by three categories of people: People who are oppressed by circumstances and still find the good in others, people who have suffered greatly and yet still reach for joy, and people who are privileged and remain compassionate and open-hearted.

One of my favorite quotes is: "What's in the way is the way"
Mark Nepo

 

One of my favorite childhood memories is Riding horses!
 
I love teaching yoga because I want to share my love of yoga!
 
A life lesson I've learned from yoga practice is to stay present. To focus on the event or the experience right now, moment to moment.
 
Three words that describe my teaching style: energetic, fun, and grounded.
 
When I'm not teaching yoga you'll find me cooking, reading, or spending time with my family.
 
Three people who inspire me are my friend Sandy, my dad, and my grandma.
 
One of my favorite quotes is: "There's no better time to be happy than right now!"
 

One of my favorite childhood memories is Doing Yoga with my Mom and sisters in our living room listening to Van Morrison. A close second is riding my pony, Just packing a lunch and heading out.
 
I love teaching yoga because I get the privilege of sharing a profound and dynamic practice to fellow Yogis. It’s a fun and challenging flow in a beautiful space where physical and mental break throughs occur moment to moment day by day.
 
A life lesson I've learned from yoga practice is letting go of assumptions. Staying in the moment. Perceptions are framed by experiences that may be running just below are conscious awareness. Perceptions can change and enable people to connect and find community anywhere.
 
Three words that describe my teaching style: Focused, Fun, Forward Moving
 
When I'm not teaching yoga you'll find me Skiing, sailing, riding, being with family and cooking.
 
Three people who inspire me are New yoga students that are brave enough to practice,  struggle and perceiver. Doctors without borders. People who speak truth to power.
 
One of my favorite quotes is: Change is the only constant in life.
Heraclitus
 

One of my favorite childhood memories is Spending summers at our family camp on Skaneateles lake, better known as "Farchione's playground", with all of my cousins! Specifically I remember learning how to water ski: both of my grandparents got into the water to help me up and my Dad "hit it" driving the boat. I remember feeling like I was on top of the world once I finally got up skiing!

I love teaching yoga because it challenges me to step out of my comfort zone.

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is to trust yourself to know what is right.

Three words that describe my teaching style: empowering, authentic, spirited

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me working as a physician assistant, working at breathe

Three people who inspire me are my Mom—she is my constant reminder to follow my dreams. My Dad—he is the hardest working person I know! Grandma Jane—she defies all odds.

One of my favorite quotes is: "Be yourself. No one else is qualified."

One of my favorite childhood memories is One of my favorite childhood memories is breaking into random song and dance with my sisters. After a while someone would sing a wrong lyric or change the key and we’d go back to our typical sister interactions. Making music together was (and is) one of our most challenging and rewarding connections.


I love teaching yoga because Yoga has completely transformed my life, I love teaching it and being a witness to that transformation in others.


A life lesson I've learned from yoga practice is A life lesson I’ve learned from yoga practice is that the work is never done, it simply changes form.
 
Three words that describe my teaching style: Challenging, Connected, Empowering
 
When I'm not teaching yoga you'll find me Practicing yoga, making music, connecting with family and friends.
 
Three people who inspire me are My Mom, My Dad and both of my sisters. Yes, I know that’s 4, but they’re a package deal.
 
One of my favorite quotes is: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.” - Dr. Seuss
 
 

One of my favorite childhood memories is Every thanksgiving all my cousins would drive up and spend a couple days at our house for the holiday. A majority of our time was spent outside playing in the snow. On years that there wasn’t any snow yet, my dad and uncles would take all the seats out of the mini van, line it with plastic, and drive over to the local ice skating rink arena. They would drive around to the back of the building where they ice rink dumped their ice shavings and load as much as they could into the back of the mini van. It took several trips (and hours) but we would eventually have a single path of snow all the way down the back yard and our own little sledding hill.

I love teaching yoga because because there is no ideal, model practice. I love knowing I can help a student evolve whether they’ve been on their mat for 30 days or 30 years.

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is you are perfect for now. Wherever you are at, whether on the mat or off, is just where you need to be.

Three words that describe my teaching style: Lighthearted. Authentic. Accessible.

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me Going on hikes or couch snuggling with my dog, Sadie. Or reading a book.

Three people who inspire me are My strong and beautiful Mom. My equally strong and beautiful big sister. And my first yoga instructor, Joy, who planted the yoga seed.

One of my favorite quotes is: "Respond to every call that excites your spirit."
-Rumi

One of my favorite childhoot memories is I was a very lucky kid.  I grew up in a tiny rural town in central PA where all the kids in town played together, rode bikes everywhere, and showed up for dinner at 6:00pm only to go right back outside for games of kick-the-can and flashlight tag until the town’s 10pm curfew whistle blew.  To try and narrow it down to one memory is so hard because I have countless memories of days at the swimming pool, playing baseball, building tree houses, rollerskating and just hanging out with the best friends ever.  
 
I love teaching yoga because I finish every class with such a feeling of joy.  Simply put... teaching yoga makes me happy.
 
A life lesson I’ve learned from yoga is to take care of your body and it will take care of you.
 
When I’m not teaching yoga you’ll find me behind the juice bar at breathe, at Wegman’s or walking my dog.
 
Three words that describe my teaching style less is more.
 
People who inspire me are my Mom and Dad, my husband Bob, and my friend and mentor Sue Shaffner.
 
One of my Favorite quotes is You get out what you put in”
-Barb Hanak, my mother, on raising kids.

One of my favorite childhood memories is rushing to finish dinner so that my siblings, parents, and I could play baseball in the front yard.
 
I love teaching yoga because everything that happens on the mat parallels what happens in real life off the mat.  It is a gift to witness and be with people who are seeking growth, challenge, wellness, healing, acceptance, and change. 
 
A life lesson I’ve learned from yoga practice is everyone loses their footing and grounding.  Growth happens by continuing to come back to center, remembering who you truly are at the core, and allowing yourself to push yourself out of your comfort zone enough to risk taking the stumble.  
 
Three words that describe my teaching style: Accessible, Dynamic, and Caring
 
When I’m not teaching yoga you’ll find me enjoying time with my family and friends, working as a mental health counselor, and finding every opportunity to be in or on the water. 
 
Three people who inspire me are my ninety-year-old grandmother who practices yoga twice a week, eats an orange everyday, and lives by the belief that happiness is a choice; my kids; and Donna Farchione, an amazing mentor and friend.  
 
One of my favorite quotes is “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” Mahatma Gandhi

One of my favorite childhood memories is of my first sleepover, which I spent with my grandparents. My grandmother let me wear her teal blue satin nightgown, and she promised not to tell my parents how much candy I ate.

I love teaching yoga because every class is an opportunity for me to practice being present and allowing myself to be vulnerable.

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is how to extend grace to myself: through my practice, I have developed—and continue to develop!—my capacity to approach both my body and mind with care and compassion.

Three words that describe my teaching style: warmhearted; grounded; relaxed

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me teaching music history classes (I'm an Assistant Professor of Music History and Cultures at Syracuse University), reading, or working on my book.

Three people who inspire me are my parents and my spouse

One of my favorite quotes is: "When we practice generating compassion, we can expect to experience the fear of our pain. Compassion practice is daring. It involves learning to relax and allow ourselves to move gently toward what scares us."
Pema Chödrön, The Places That Scare You

One of my favorite childhood memories is Spending time with my grandparents over the summer, and on various weekends and holidays. We loved playing checkers, going to the park and riding the carousel, and listening to the Annie soundtrack over and over again.

I love teaching yoga because of the connection, love, and caring energy that we cultivate together as a community. Yoga literally has saved my life. Having the opportunity to share the science and practice of yoga brings me gratitude and hope that others may also find a place to heal and uncover their peace as well.

A life lesson I’ve learned from my yoga practice is acceptance and gratitude. Creating the space to accept where I am physically, emotionally, and mentally in the present moment continues to provide healing, balance and growth in all aspects of my life. The amount of gratitude that flows when I create the space to breathe and do this work is immeasurable.

Three words that describe my teaching style: enthusiastic, compassionate, and playful

When I’m not teaching yoga, you’ll find me caring for my twin boys, teaching middle school special-education, hiking, playing musical instruments, and practicing yoga every day.

Three people who inspire me are My mom, my maternal Grandmother, and Tao Porchon-Lynch

One of my favorite quotes is: "Resolve to be tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant with the weak and wrong. Sometime in your life, you will have been all of those.”
Siddhartha Guatama Buddha
"Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu"