Our Subs

Wendy Hassenpflug, MS, E-RYT, CPT, is a yoga and wellness entrepreneur.  She is  the owner and founder of Vayu Yoga®, an aerial yoga practice.  She is originally  from West Palm Beach, Florida, and has resided in Santa Clarita, California since  2001.  Wendy has over 28 years of experience teaching dance, yoga, Pilates, fitness and somatic (mind-body) practices to students of all ages in private and public  sectors.  She is a certified personal trainer, holistic nutritionist, E-RYT200 and  certified Pilates teacher.   She has been a professor in the Kinesiology department at  California State University, Northridge, since 2009, as well as the dance department  at College of the Canyons.  Wendy assists others in finding their true potential by  consciously and consistently becoming better versions of themselves, each and  every day.

♥ Favorite Quote:

“Life is not measured by the amount of breaths we take, but by the number of  moments that take our breath away.”  (Anonymous)

For the past 25 years, Maria has been teaching in the public school system.  Her yoga journey began during a time that was not only healing for her physically, but mentally and emotionally.  From that space, she found her passion in creating yoga practices that are an open space for all, whether you are a beginner or experienced yogi.  Maria believes all are welcome and you should come as you are because it is your time to heal.  Holding space to practice yoga is a way to combine her passion for teaching with her passion in practicing pranayama and asanas to help yogis to get peace, harmony, balance, and fitness.

Tosha Kemper, a seasoned yoga instructor with over 7 years of experience, specializes in Vinyasa, Hatha, and Restorative practices. As a dedicated practitioner, she is not only a skilled yoga teacher but also a Reiki Master and Thai Massage Therapist. Tosha’s teachings extend beyond the physical postures, emphasizing the importance of breath techniques and meditations to cultivate a holistic mind-body connection.

With a profound belief in the transformative power of yoga, Tosha encourages her students to connect with the present moment, fostering a sense of unity with others and a deeper connection to their highest selves. Her approach to yoga extends beyond the mat, advocating for simple everyday practices that facilitate mindfulness and self-awareness. Through her guidance, Tosha inspires her students to embrace the journey of self-discovery, finding harmony and balance in both their practice and daily lives.

Elizabeth is an east coast girl, building a life for herself on the west coast. After 15 successful years in the film industry, she took a break to experience the joy and challenges of being a stay-at-home mother to three boys. Elizabeth believes that the stress of these two worlds ultimately brought her to her mat and she has never left. Elizabeth is committed to moving through the world authentically, always striving to be better and do better and to remain a human of integrity. She is unafraid to speak her truth and strives to empower her students and clients to do the same. Elizabeth is a 500 hour Yogaworks certified teacher, who has been teaching yoga for 10 years.

Elizabeth’s classes are strong and fun. She loves the movement of a vinyasa class, combined with a quiet meditative mind that provides a well-balanced yoga experience. Her only request is that you bring your smile and your sense of humor along with you. Let’s sweat and laugh together!

Grace is originally from Reno, NV and moved out here to be with her now husband, Carlos. She hs her Bachelor’s of psychology and would like to someday be able to do yoga therapy.
When she is not working in school, teaching yoga, or serving at a restaurant she loves to travel.  Grace enjoys a very full and active life, but yoga is definitely her favorite part.

Grace loves to stick to a more traditional form of yoga, while also infusing it with more modern-day Pilates style exercises. She has so much fun creating dynamic flows with lots of breath to movement connection, and will give her students the opportunity to push themselves while also making sure they feel confident in their abilities. Her goal is to make sure her student’s souls feel nourished not only on the mat, but after they leave the studio as well. All of her classes are tailored to the skills of every single person that attends, and she prides herself in making sure the classes are fun, yet still respect the classical beauty of yoga.