About Me
While studying dance in college, I started taking yoga classes and fell in love with the practice. I have been teaching yoga in Minneapolis since 2000 at community education, dance schools, corporations, and yoga studios as well as private lessons and yoga parties. I enjoy teaching at a variety of places to reach different populations. I also taught at The Emily Program for 6 years to clients in eating disorder treatment. As a trauma informed yoga teacher, I invite my students to get curious about their unique challenges and strengths by offering multiple options in my classes. My intention as a yoga and dance teacher is to invite people to cultivate a stronger and kinder mind-body connection to build greater self-awareness.
My dance career has ranged from more formal venues, to dancing in schools to educate students, and occasionally as a backup dancer for singers. I have performed with Kinetic Evolutions Dance Company, Christopher Watson Dance Company, and One Dance Company. I also taught Hip Hop dance to both kids and adults for many years. I graduated with a B.F.A. in Dance from the University of Minnesota.
Since 2008, I have also choreographed dance flash mobs for a variety of organizations including Twin Cities Film Fest, Great Clips, Office Max, Minnesotans United for all families, Food Freedom, Aria at the Jeune Lune, and Crave. I have had the honor of choreographing wedding dances and flash mob proposals as well. I love encouraging those who practice with me to find their own embodiment and empowerment through movement, whether practicing yoga or dancing.
Come check out my classes online or at Communal Studio, 1645 Park Place Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
