Teacher Spotlight (Orange County)

We met up with a few CPY teachers  to talk about why they love yoga, how they stay grounded outside the studio and their advice to yoga newbies. 

Lauren S.

10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga keeps me connected to my truest nature, joy.

When life happens and you can't get to your mat, what helps you find steadiness? Deep breaths and repetition of a mantra helps to keep me calm and steady, and if all else fails, legs-up-the-wall pose is usually a cure for any stress or uncertainty.

My advice to beginner yogis: To practice yoga, the only flexibility needed is of your mind.

David M.

10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga allows me a loving extroversion of deep connection.

How my practice makes me stronger: My practice is like training wheels for my best self.

My advice to beginner yogis: Keep coming back! The practice changes you and all it requires is your presence and sincere effort.

Stacey H.

10 words or less on why I love yoga: Yoga brings me a sense of being home...connected-ness.

What I have gained through my practice: Mental strength, clarity, peace and compassion, acceptance, more love, and self-love.

My advice to beginner yogis: Be patient, breathe, it will soon all make sense.