Our Teachers

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I was first introduced to yoga 10 years ago and did it occasionally  or in bursts of interest that changed with life’s varied transitions.  When I began a more regular practice, I fully realized the physical,  mental, emotional and spiritual benefits yoga provides. The more  consistent my practice…the better I feel! Committing to a daily yoga  practice lead me to pursue yoga teacher training—I completed my RYT-200  training summer 2017. I am so grateful for all my teachers along the  way, the teachings, the yoga community and the opportunity to share this  ancient practice with others. Off my yoga mat I’m sharing life with my  husband Seth, our son Luke, our daughter Langdon and two goofy yellow  labs. A native of Raleigh, I’ve now called Clayton home for nearly 20  years.  

I first came to yoga for physical exercise about six years ago but soon realized that it was so much more than bending and sweating and I just fell in love with it. Yoga quiets and calms my mind and gives me peace and emotional contentment while building physical strength and flexibility. Through my practice, I have gained balance in my life and it has taught me to let go of that which does not serve me. Yoga harmonizes my body, mind and spirit and has become a part of my daily life. My passion for yoga led me to yoga teacher training at Glow, completing my RYT-200 certification in the winter of 2018. The training changed my life and brought such wonderful people into my world! I am so grateful to be a member of the Glow family and am looking forward to sharing my love of yoga with others in the community. As your yoga practice guide, you will find my style to be challenging yet supportive, directed

yet adaptable to your goals, energizing yet peaceful, and welcoming to those who are advanced or those new to yoga. When I am not practicing, I enjoy spending time with my husband and children, enjoying a glass (or two) of wine with friends, reading, going to the gym and traveling.

I found Pilates on video 14 or so years ago and loved how it helped my strength, tone, energy and all over feeling of wellbeing. Since I couldn’t find a class locally, I got certified thru IFTA and have been teaching now for about 12 years. I discovered Barre a few years back, loved it, and became certified thru Barre Up in Raleigh. Both specialties apply controlled moves while maintaining core stability. 

I’m mom to Megan & Jack. My husband John and I settled in Clayton in 2003 and love the small town feel of community.  When I’m not teaching classes, (or taking yoga classes!) I decorate for both residential and commercial clients, paint furniture, and love spending time with friends, new and old. 

I came to yoga almost 15 years ago as a college senior looking for spiritual fulfillment. After that first class, I was hooked and not long after graduation became a regular face at the new studio in my hometown on Long Island. In yoga I found a place to strengthen my body, quiet my mind, and fill my soul. After moving to North Carolina I took classes locally, and cultivated a regular home practice that lasted until having my first child in June 2016. I was introduced to Glow shortly after the doors opened and have never left, becoming one of the studio’s first yoga teacher training graduates. I love using all the props and regularly incorporate them into my practice. Through teacher training, I developed a regular meditation practice in addition to my asana practice. I plan expand professionally by taking an 85-hour prenatal yoga training in hopes of helping pre and postnatal mothers. My classes often include the use of props to deepen and support our experience of yoga!  Before becoming a yoga teacher, I worked as a journalist, news writer, and freelance content writer. I enjoy being outside with my nature-loving toddler, reading books (mostly nonfiction), and listening to podcasts. 

I started practicing yoga over ten years ago as a means to balance training for half marathons and other physical activity. I am originally from Iowa, which is where I began my yoga practice. It wasn't until I found Glow Yoga that I truly experienced the mind, body, and spiritual benefits we love about yoga. As I continued my practice, I discovered a passion for sharing it with others. I decided to pursue my 200 hour teacher training and it has been transformative in ways I couldn't imagine. I have enjoyed taking my yoga practice off the mat and attribute my passion, dedication, and strength to the community at Glow Yoga. The teachers and students at Glow create an atmosphere I love being a part of. My three year old daughter and I love spending time outside, going to the beach, and visiting family in the Midwest.  I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to share my practice with others and can't wait to see you on your mat soon!