Katie began practicing yoga to cope with life’s daily stresses. After noticing the positive impact, physically and mentally, she was drawn to establish a consistent practice.
Along with a passion for yoga, Katie has a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology with extensive knowledge and training in anxiety disorders. While in graduate school, she became interested in the therapeutic benefits of yoga while studying the effects of meditation and mindfulness on stress reduction in children. She fell even more in love with the practice of yoga and became certified to teach.
The mind-body connection will always fascinate Katie and inform her teaching style. She specializes in Vinyasa, and her classes blend mindfulness, stress relief, and cognitive awareness with anatomy, alignment, and biomechanics. Although she includes tidbits of information throughout her practices, Katie teaches with a very lighthearted approach– her classes are fun and playful!
Katie strives to create a safe space for all of her students, allowing creativity and expression, as we are unique individuals. Although the teacher is essential for guidance, the practice of yoga comes from within, and Katie believes only the student knows what feels good in their body and mind.
Yoga
Explore different transitions to Wild Thing while stretching and strengthening your entire body to prepare for the peak pose. High Lunge, Revolved Lunge, Exalted Warrior, and Side Plank mindfully lead you to different variations of Wild Thing with power. This class previously aired on February 6, 2023.
Yoga
This practice is part of Katie’s 5-class Kleshas Series that offers insight into ancient yoga concepts of the Kleshas, or “afflictions of the mind,” to learn about traditional philosophy that can help you navigate challenges on and off the mat. Explore the concept of the first Klesha, Avidya (ignorance), while flowing through this sequence that increases your mind-body awareness. Begin by centering, then practice Sun Salutation C, Crescent Moon, Pyramid Pose, Warrior III, High Lunge, Eagle Pose, and Dolphin. This class previously aired on February 3, 2023.
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Promote vitality and energy by slowly moving through long-held postures that stimulate the kidney meridian. This Yin practice leaves you feeling replenished and revitalized thanks to Child’s Pose, Sphinx, Half Butterfly, Saddle Pose, Caterpillar, and Prone Twist. This class previously aired on January 30, 2023.