The creator of SmartFLOW Yoga, Annie is an international Yoga teacher based in Northern California. Known as a "teacher's teacher" she has created a well-respected system of Yoga practice and Teaching methodology. Annie's playful personality and focused intelligence bring depth, clarity and exuberance to her classes. A committed student, Annie continues to bring her passion and curiosity, love of anatomy, evolutionary movement, meditation and classical philosophy into her teachings.Annie is the author of SmartFLOW Yoga, a complete set of practice DVDs produced by Udaya, and Yoga for Total Back Care, a DVD produced by Yoga Journal, and several SmartFLOW manuals. She contributes regularly to Yoga Journal. An influential Teacher Trainer since 2003, Annie leads 200/500 trainings and workshops globally. SmartFLOW Yoga is a modern approach with an anatomically sound foundation and inspired, creative sequencing, which is rooted in deep respect for the lineages of Integral, Iyengar and Ashtanga Yoga. Annie is committed to mindfulness, which inevitably leads to spiritual development and light-heartedness. SmartFLOW Yoga guides you to know your true Self. With the knowledge of the true Self comes compassion, peace and appreciation for all life.
Yoga
Offer yourself some love and patience in this gentle practice that grounds your body, mind, and spirit. You’re encouraged to slow down and find just the right amount of support in each pose to feel a sense of safety. Postures include Supported Child’s Pose, Supported Forward Fold, Supported Twists, and Legs Up The Wall. This class previously aired on October 10, 2024.
Education
This lecture explores the third Niyama, Tapas (heat or inner fire), to consider how to ignite a steady discipline in your yoga practice. You’ll reflect on how to establish a commitment to your yoga path and find things that can prevent you from being distracted by desires and fears. This class is a part of Annie’s Philosophy Lecture Series designed to enhance your knowledge of yoga traditions. Stay tuned for more classes airing on the second Tuesday of each month. This class previously aired on October 8, 2024.
Yoga
This Hatha class methodically opens your hips. You'll start slow, build intensity, then finish with a long, slow stretch. Bonus: Learn prop variations for tender knees and lower back. Postures include Low and High Lunges, Bhekasana (Frog Pose), Bow Pose, and Supta Virasana (Reclined Hero Pose). This class previously aired on October 3, 2024.