who are we
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Derik Mills
FOUNDER I was introduced to yoga when I took a course on some of the classic yoga texts at university and discovered a fascinating, universal wisdom tradition that deeply resonated with me. After graduating with degrees in Chemistry and Psychology in 1996, I was determined to travel the world and undertook a seven-year global journey during which I explored many different countries and cultures. My exposure to a diverse range of people and experiences deepened my interest in yoga, in all its forms, and the lifestyle that the yoga process embodies. Part of the appeal of yoga is its unifying power, which promotes harmony both within one's self as well as between people, communities and our environment. After living in Sydney, Australia, for a couple years, where I graduated with a Masters in Business, I returned to New York City to start a successful technology business in 2003. I began to miss the ocean, and surfing, so decided to move to Los Angeles and it was here, at the end of 2007, that I conceptualized Yogaglo. The idea came to me when I was yet again about to be late to one of my favorite yoga classes and, sitting in my car in a moment of frustration, I wished there was a camera at the back of the studio that could beam me into my favorite class whenever I wanted. And what if that website, streaming directly into my living room, could also offer me a spectrum of yoga teachings and practices, in an accessible and non-dogmatic way, from a variety of great teachers? My mind spun with possibilities. The concept didn't exist, so I created it. I see Yogaglo as a global community that offers the opportunity for people, from around the world, to participate in actual yoga classes with other students, whenever they want, at an affordable price. Beyond that, it serves as a forum for discussion, streams lectures and workshops by world-renowned yoga scholars and experts, bridges the online and offline with our beautiful studio, serves as a vehicle for social change and features stories of yoga in action from around the world. In a time in which people are restrained by factors of time and money, Yogaglo offers an important solution and a much-needed sense of community that is accessible to all. Connect with Derik on Facebook. Follow Yogaglo on Twitter. |
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INSTRUCTOR A student of Yoga since age 13, Isabelle brings 20 years of teaching and expertise in Energetic Vinyasa Flow™; and Pre/Post Natal Yoga Flow. Born in Paris, France, she now lives in Los Angeles. She is a warm, passionate and vibrant teacher.
Isabelle will playfully guide you through Energetic Vinyasa Flow™ a powerful and energizing vinyasa Yoga flow cultivating mindfulness, alignment and core energy. Her Pre/Post Natal Yoga Flow classes offer a space of relaxation, strengthening and rejuvenation for the mothers, and connectedness with their babies. It is an excellent preparation for birthing through breath, body and mind awareness. Isabelle is well known for her transformative healing hands-on adjustments. She also teaches at UCLA, YogaWorks and Exhale Center for Sacred Movement. Recognized for her integrative approach, Isabelle is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher and Teacher Trainer (ERYT500) with the Yoga Alliance. She also holds a Yogaworks certification since 1991. Her teachers include May Kazan, Rod Stryker and Shiva Rea with whom she has extensively trained. http://www.isabelledusoleil.com |
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INSTRUCTOR Following a fifteen year career as a professional dancer, Steven eventually discovered yoga and immediately fell in love.
After participating in the first Anusara teacher training in Los Angeles, Steven began teaching in 2001. During this time he has taught both nationally and internationally. In 2004, Steven was invited to Berlin, Germany where he helped open two successful studios. With his heart-oriented approach to yoga, combined with a deep understanding of alignment, therapeutics and philosophy, Steven's highest hope is to inspire and empower students to remember the true teacher within their own heart. Steven is grateful to all of his teachers and is excited and honored to be a part of the yogaglo experience. |
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INSTRUCTOR Tara Judelle is a certified Anusara Yoga ® instructor who has taught both nationally and internationally. Her strong background in dance, movement, and personal fitness has produced a deep knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, and therapeutics which she combines with a lucid presentation of the yogic tradition.
Her progressive, empowering, personal and playful teaching style leads Tara's students to step to higher levels- excelling not only in their yoga practice, but in their everyday experience. With an emphasis on celebratory, dynamic postures and awakening the inner kundalini, time with Tara leads to discovering freedom, joy, and limitless strength. Join Tara Judelle's yoga retreat in Maya Tulum, October 10-17, 2009 For details click here Tara's upcoming retreat. |
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INSTRUCTOR Noah Mazé is recognized in the yoga community as one of the most advanced and proficient practitioners and teachers of Anusara Yoga ®, and is widely sought out as a teachers' teacher. Noah was born into a household of yogis, was raised with the practices and traditions of yoga, and his teaching style is expressive of the depth of his knowledge and lifelong experience in the principles and practices.
In addition to studying closely with Anusara Founder John Friend for many years, Noah studies with Professor Douglas Brooks, one of the world's foremost scholars of the Srividya traditions of the Hindu Tantra. Noah has also studied extensively with Richard Freeman in the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga tradition. Noah also serves on the Anusara Yoga ® Curriculum Development committee, the Anusara Yoga ® Certification Assessment committee and is a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher. In Noah's classes, yoga philosophy, myths, and stories weave together with asana, pranayama and meditation to create a powerful and transformative environment. Noah lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Tracy, and their new baby, Madeleine. |
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INSTRUCTOR Touched by grace in her very first yoga class, Jo has devoted the past ten plus years to the study of various yoga styles and has learned from the most preeminent teachers of our time.
From the thousands of practice hours on the mat and equally extensive teaching experience, Jo brings a deep knowledge and grace to her classes. She has embraced LA's unique Vinyasa Flow style as it allows her to unify her distinct yoga understanding into the one class. BEYOND THAT WHICH YOU THINK IS THAT WHICH YOU ARE. jo@jotastula.com |