Get to know me!
I am a wife of over 20 years, a mom to 2 beautiful, grown children and 2 golden retrievers. I work as a Real Estate Assistant to my husband, Andy, and I am the staff Trauma Sensitive Yoga Teacher at Arise Therapy Group in Castle Rock, CO. My passions include live music, snowboarding and travel and I spend much of my free time outside breathing the fresh air, hiking, biking and camping.
Before finding yoga, I spent 10 years as a 911 dispatcher. After undergoing a major surgery in 2016, I found myself in chronic pain and struggling to cope with the emotional toll it was taking. I quit my dispatching career in early 2017 due to my pain and was left wondering what was next for me. I had practiced yoga on and off for years but finally found a regular and consistent practice starting in January, 2018 and it changed my life.
I began teacher training soon after and earned my 200 hour certification in May of that year. The profound impact yoga has had my life and my ability to not just cope but thrive in spite of my pain has fueled my passion for sharing the practice with others.
Since my yoga teaching journey began, I have completed over 50 hours of Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy training including yoga for Cancer patients and survivors and many other forms of trauma. I completed my 300 hour teacher training with Living Soul Institute and I am currently ERYT-200, RYT-500, and YACEP certified. Next up is anatomy focused training, more advanced teacher training, Yoga Therapy Certification and a deep desire to complete training with the Prison Yoga Project.
I love that yoga really has no peak or plateau but that instead there is always more to learn and the potential for personal growth is infinite! I love to practice and teach vinyasa and I incorporate my love of music to create my own unique style in each class! I also love to teach hot yoga, slow flow, restorative, gentle and chair yoga. My goal is to keep my classes light-hearted, fun, inclusive and empowering for all who attend.
Weekly Studio Classes
Weekly Studio Classes
Buka Yoga
Mondays at 6 PM
Castle Rock, CO
Heated Vinyasa
In this class we will practice breath techniques, learn Yoga philosophy, share weekly Monday motivational thoughts and move our bodies! Linking breath with movement we will create a space for moving meditation. This class will challenge you to stay present and work strength, flexibility and balance. As is true for all yoga classes, each student should create their own unique experience by customizing the movements to fit their body and mind. Chatarungas will be offered and taught as well as other transitional options. You choose what works for you!! Some knowledge of basic yoga shapes and asanas is helpful. The music will be as varied and unique as the flows. This class is a fun and fulfilling way to begin your week. Come hydrated, bring a water bottle and a towel! Class is heated to 85º.
Buka Yoga
Fridays at 7 AM
Castle Rock, CO
Hot Yoga
This class is a structured style of hot yoga that follows a set sequence of 26 postures and two breathing exercises, practiced in a room heated to approximately 100°F - 104°F. Each class lasts 60-75 minutes and follows the same sequence every time, focusing on strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance. The heat is intended to promote detoxification through sweating, enhance circulation, and allow for deeper stretching while reducing the risk of injury. This disciplined and rigorous practice emphasizes consistency and mental focus, offering both physical and mental benefits.
Buka Yoga
Fridays at 9 AM
Castle Rock, CO
Warrior Sculpt
Warrior Sculpt combines the mindfulness of yoga with the intensity of strength training in this high-energy, full-body workout. Warrior Sculpt integrates traditional yoga poses with strength exercises using weights, resistance bands, and cardio bursts to elevate your heart rate, build muscle, and improve endurance. Set to upbeat, motivating music, this class is designed to challenge you and help you achieve your fitness goals. Each class will work upper and lower body as well as core. Learning to isolate and engage small muscles will build stability and balance, improving performance in other physical activities. Arrive with courage, ready to move and breathe and find your inner hero. This class will leave you feeling stronger, refreshed and full of peace. A limited number of 2 and 3 pound weights will be available for use. Students are encouraged to bring hand weights from home that are appropriate for their individual fitness level.
Buka Yoga
Saturdays at 8 AM
Castle Rock, CO
Hot & Flow
This class combines static postures from the traditional hot series with dynamic movement and flow. Find moments of quiet contemplation and concentration along with breath to movement flow that will increase heart rate and get the body warm. Room is heated between 98-102 degrees! Come well hydrated, bring water and a towel and be ready to sweat!
YogaSix
Boulevard One
Denver, CO
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