denise

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Pronouns: She/Her

Teaching style: Gentle & calming, always with a sense of humor

Favorite Pose: Headstand. I really love to be upside down.

Bio: My yoga practice has been my saving grace for more than 15 years. It has kept me from athletic injury, brought me comfort and confidence in my body, and helped balance the stresses of life. My mat has been a constant companion. I came into teaching because I want to help other people find those benefits for themselves.

It is truly my belief that yoga is for EVERY BODY. heart fire yoga believes this too, and from the moment I met Steph I knew our missions were the same. To make all people feel a sense of wholeness, in their bodies and their minds. It matters not what size you are, how flexible you are, what color or age or gender you are. If you have a body you can do yoga, and you are welcome here.

I have been trained in the Himalayan tradition, with both my 200 & 500 hour certifications. My teaching blends Hatha yoga fundamentals with a slower vinyasa approach. The focus of my teaching practice is experiencing & following the breath, and letting it lead you into movement mindfully. I also have Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist training and certification and weave many aspects of that into my teaching practice to help bring about balance in both the mind & the body. 

I have a great love affair with yoga & it is my sincere hope that you will too.