The word yoga may be translated as "to unite". Yoga unites body, mind and spirit through the synchronicity of movement and breath. Hatha yoga can be interpreted as "yoga for the body" and it consists of the asanas (the physical postures/exercises) and pranayama (the breath work). Yoga is both a science and an art; a joyful blend of grace and strength. It is a wonderful celebration of spirit, as well as, an amazing way to exercise the physical body. Yoga sessions can range from very gentle to quite challenging. Most people will benefit tremendously from even the most basic of yoga postures.

Performing the postures with correct alignment helps to strengthen the body, increase flexibility, stoke the metabolism, normalize blood pressure and blood sugar, relieve stress, enhance spinal health, deepen sleep, improve posture, calm the nervous system, and quiet the mind enhancing clarity and focus.

Private instruction is a wonderful way to get started if you are a novice and also an invaluable tool for established practitioners as an aid toward deepening your practice and developing a personal daily yoga routine. The more often we visit the mat the more richly we reap the plentiful benefits. I love to help my clients "find their own yoga".

Yoga at its core is a personal exploration toward self discovery where the incredible fitness benefits of a strong, supple body, attainment of a healthy weight, and improved cardio respiratory function are simply wonderful side effects! Each class is a new journey into the Self, tailored to your specific needs, based upon an in-depth consultation. My desire is to share my passion with you and be your guide along this healing path toward optimum health for body, mind and spirit. HIP YOGA offers private and semi-private yoga instruction in the comfort of your home or office.