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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.

It was in the sacred land of Costa Rica alongside his 200hr YTT that he was able to immerse himself side his guided to bridge the gap between the mind, body, and spirit. In essence this is what he believes yoga is at its core. It is the connection and union of the three.

Gabriel’s passion comes from infusing his studies of ancient Indigenous cultures from South America and yoga to unlock aspects of consciousness, reconnect with the self, and reveal our inner peace.

Gabriel shares a time to build a relationship with your body and honor where it is at, while moving energy, and gaining clarity.

Alyssabeth is a writer, educator, and travel-lover. She is the founder of Om Your Own Way, LLC. & Co-Founder of Empowered Soul Retreats, LLC. She was lucky enough to be introduced to yoga in middle school, through a family friend who opened a yoga studio; she began practicing restorative yoga and became fascinated with the way breathwork, particularly ujjayi pranayama, could have such an immense impact on reducing stress and anxiety.

The spiritual practice of yoga became a guiding force in her life. While living in Southern California, she developed a love for hot vinyasa flow and yin yoga. She is a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500), Warriors At Ease Certified Teacher and iRest Level 1 instructor.

She loves sharing the practice of meditation and yoga both online, in-person, and through yoga retreats, to help others regulate their nervous system, and live with more JOY and ease. Yoga is for EVERYbody.