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Directory (A-F \| G-L \| M-R \| S-Z) a listing of yoga teachers in Austin, Texas SUBMIT OR CHANGE YOUR DIRECTORY LISTING AREA LEGEND: C= Central, CP=Cedar Park, RR=Round Rock, NW, NE, SW, SE, V=Various
CONTACT INFORMATION	Area	YOGA STYLES Glossary	DESCRIPTION OF CLASSES
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Lisa Machac Yes Yoga 512-517-2057 info@austinyesyoga.com www.austinyesyoga.com	C, Clarksville	Hatha	Yes Yoga is fun, affordable, and for absolutely everyone. We offer small classes for all levels, whether it's your first class or you are deepening your practice. Visit www.austinyesyoga.com for more information.
Charles MacInerney Expanding Paradigms 512-459-2267 charles@yogateacher.com www.yogateacher.com	C, N, NW	Eclectic Hatha and meditation	Eclectic style influenced by Himalayan, Iyengar, and Sivananda. Beginning and intermediate students welcome. Ongoing classes emphasize relaxation, flexibility, strength and breath awareness in a meditative atmosphere. Drop-ins welcome. Also visit, www.texasyoga.com - Texas Yoga Retreat www.livingyogaprogram.com - Teacher Training Program
Dian Mahaffey dmahaffey@prodigy.net	C	Sivananda Hatha	Classic hatha yoga with gentle stretching, flexibility, deep breathing and relaxation.
Dean Mahan Yoga Vida 3620 Bee Cave Road 512-480-8489 yogavida@austin.rr.com www.yogavida.net	SW	Baron Baptiste power vinyasa	A challenging, flowing , power yoga inspired by Baron Baptiste, in a studio heated to 90-95 degrees, with modifications for all levels.
Dana Makover Sol Yoga 3400 Kerbey Lane 917-416-6372 or 512-663-7211 danamakover@gmail.com or Sol-Yoga-Studio therapistaustin.com/yoga	C, S	Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga	Yoga can create freedom for the physical, emotional and intellectual minds to come together, setting a "safe space" to express oneself. Influenced by a number of styles, including Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Kundalini, I aspire to gently, compassionately and playfully challenge my students and bring them to a place of innate strength and relaxation. I am available to teach privates and small groups. Please email for rates.
Zoe Mantarakis welovezoe@hotmail.com www.geocities.com/yoga_zoe	C	Hatha Flow	Challenging, soulful breath-based sequence of postures. Classes on Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays
Joey Manuel Yoga For Life joey@yogaforliferr.com www.yogaforliferr.com		Beginner's, Hatha, Level 1 & 2, Gentle, Senior's Hatha Flow, Power yoga	Beginner's class focus is on the basics. Gentle yoga uses props and helps the students adopt their practices. Senior's yoga for the 55 and above crowd. Hatha 1 & 2 takes students who have some experience with yoga. Hatha Flow uses both the postures & breath to flow through the asanas. Power yoga is for those already with a good practice and in fair physical condition.
Laura "Kirtan" Marcotte 512-225-4630 4Kirtan@gmail.com	W, Lakeway	Kundalini Yoga, Meditation	Kundalini yoga and meditation in private and small group settings. Using breath and asana in class we connect with "The Self" to find peace, inner joy and awareness. Monthly meditation group.
Erika Marcoux, MA 512-568-9444 wellness@ErikaMarcoux.com www.ErikaMarcoux.com	N, S	Yoga Psychology, Hatha, Restorative	Classes are inspired by yogic philosophy and the perspective that our emotions and beliefs become “embodied” in our physical structure, posture, and style of self-organization. Erika enjoys exploring the self and the Self on and off the yoga mat using yogic postures, meditation, and breath work. Her private integrative therapy sessions incorporate yoga, somatic psychology, and polarity therapy bodywork. She provides workshops on yoga psychology, private sessions, and public classes.
LeeAnn Matson matson1970@sbcglobal.net	S	Hatha	I am a registered Hatha yoga teacher in South Austin. I do private lessons as well as community classes.
Dee McCandless 512-441-6411 sevnoaks@swbell.net	S, C, N	Gentle Eclectic Hatha	Encourage self-pacing to meet one's own needs. Poses focus on flow, alignment and safety. Classes include relatxation, pranayama, sounding and meditation. Private lessons available. Certified with Yoga Alliance.
Caroline McCarter YogaRX 512-554-3988 caroline@yoga-rx.com www.yoga-rx.com	S, In home sessions	Yoga Therapy	Specializing in Yoga Therapy private sessions and Yoga for women with body image issues and disordered eating patterns. Group programs for women include yoga paired with art, discussion, breathing, etc. Private therapy sessions: Work privately with Caroline to create a practice that makes sense for your body and your level of experience. She does this by observing and identifying your needs or conditions and creates a customized yoga program to meet those needs, as well as focusing on your personal desires (flexibility, strength, meditation, and more).
Colleen Mehner mehnerc@austin.rr.com	S, Various	Restorative Hatha	In a slow and thoughtful Contemplative manner, teach an hour of Restorative Hatha Yoga.
Cheryl Meiers Practical Solutions 512-246-2139 or 512-947-0816 cmeiers@sbcglobal.net	N, RR	Viniyoga, Gentle Iyengar	Postures are adapted to fit variations in body type, and each student is helped individually to achieve the most from their practice. Classes promote flexibility, strength and stamina, and aid the entire body to release and relax. Proper breathing and mindfulness techniques create emotional balance and reduce stress. Morning clases are more vigorous, late evening classes relieve stress and relax the body and mind. Focus is on breathing, movement, alignment, and the flow of energy. I also teach prenatal yoga and yoga for seniors.
Michele Melkerson-Granryd, M.Ed. General Manager, BodyBusiness Health Club & Spa 3801 N. Capital of Tx HWY Suite i-100 512-306-0557 www.bodybusiness.com	W	Various
Vic McWherter Yoga Vida 3620 Bee Cave Road 512-480-8489 www.yogavida.net	C, SW	Baron Baptiste power vinyasa	A challenging, flowing , power yoga inspired by Baron Baptiste, in a studio heated to 90-95 degrees, with modifications for all levels.
Joseph Meador, Ph.D. Anandamaya Yoga Institute 5601 Brodie, Suite 620, #169, Austin, TX 78745 www.Anandamaya.org Institute@Anandamaya.org	Central	Anandamaya Yoga Meditation	Anandamaya Yoga is a wonderful process of meditation which is rooted in the classical traditions of Kindness and Moderation. It can be used for the natural reduction of stress, and is taught as an experiential form of meditation for personal relaxation and restoration.
Mary Esther Middleton Yoga Sense www.yogasense.net	C, N, NW	Gentle Hatha, Nidra	Compassionate, gentle hatha yoga for all levels, with variations based on students' needs and desires. Focus on creating and evolving each individuals' personal yoga practice. Private and corporate classes.
Amy Miller amydmiller23@yahoo.com	N	Pre-natal and Children's Yoga	Flowing style with modifications for all levels.
Sharon Moon www.moonyoga.com	N, S	Ashtanga	Ashtanga in the tradtion of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. Primary and Intermediate Series. Ongoing classes for those with a practice and introductory classes for beginners.
Rocio Morales 512-255-8109 yogasangatx@gmail.com	N, Round Rock	Iyengar, Flowing, Pre-natal	Classes are suit to the students in a relaxed atmosphere where we will use the props to support and open the body. Space is limited so please call beforehand. Classes are Monday 5-6 Pm and Fridays 9-10 AM.
Regina Moser regina_m_moser@yahoo.com www.freewebs.com/yoga4healing/	NW	Eclectic	Yoga classes that focus on Health by increasing Body and Breath awareness using gentle postures that relax and re-energize the body.
Lydia Francine Munro 512-478-8025 lydiafrancine@gmail.com	C	Integral Hatha Yoga	Hatha: gentle asanas, pranayamas, meditation and chanting. Emphasis on heart.
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Meg Elkjer O'Connell Austin Kula Yoga 2415 Exposition Blvd. 78703 512-542-3334 www.AustinKulaYoga.com	C	Prenatal, Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Postnatal	Meg is one of the founders of Austin Kula Yoga. Offers a challenging vinyasa using the breath & core in her Core/Hip Hop Yoga/Vinyasa classes. She has a deep interest in pregnancy and loves to share how yoga can help women through the transitions of pregnancy, birth and motherhood. She recently was honored with the Best Prenatal Yoga Teacher by Austin Birth Awards.
Peggy O'Neil plponeil@yahoo.com	Bastrop	Eclectic Vinyasa	Fun, ecclectic/vinyasa style yoga for adults and kids. Outdoor classes (feel the breeze and watch the bats fly into their bat-boxes after a night of carousing!) indoor classes available as well.
Tara O'Neill 830-833-0318 shatar2000@yahoo.com	Blanco, Dripping Springs	Kali Ray Tri Yoga, Yoga of the Heart	Tara is an R.N. at Austin's Brackenridge Hospital Trauma Center; working in Adult critical care. Teaching certifications in Kali Ray Tri Yoga (Hatha) and Yoga of the Heart (Relaxation and Meditation Techniques).
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Gwen Paddock One Prana Soul 770 -655-5144 onepranasoul@gmail.com	Various	Beginners, Kripalu, Vinyasa, Restorative	My classes can be anywhere from a beginner level to an intermediate they are all accepting without judgement you are asked to please come with an open heart and mind and be to yourself. Corporate, Condo, Massage.
Amy Pancake, M.A., e-ryt 300 512-466-1168 apancake@mindspring.com www.AustinKulaYoga.com	C	Hatha, Kids Yoga, Restorative, Forrest, Therapeutic, Fluid movement/subtle alignment	Amy's classes include movement, sound, breath, and wave movements of the spine. Appropriate for any level of student, from kids to seniors and in between. Increase ease of movement and physical grace, while deepening breath and somatic awareness. Amy's current mentor is Emily Conrad, developer of Continuum Movement.
Selena Pang 512-439-9465 shjpang@gmail.com www.SelenaPang.com	C, N, NW, S	Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Hatha, Prenatal, Postnatal	Selena is a student of Nancy Gilgoff and has been practicing Ashtanga since 2000 and teaching since 2006. She believes Ashtanga yoga brings healing and creates an energetic body, mind and spirit when practiced appropriately for each individual in a safe environment, and hopes to transmit the teachings to inspire a joyful lifelong practice. In addition, Selena loves to share the benefits of yoga with perinatal women and has completed pre and postnatal yoga studies with Iyengar teacher Leslie Lytle.
Dara Paprock M.A., RYT 200 Dara Paprock and Lake Hills Yoga 512-484-8958 darapaprock@gmail.com sites.google.com/site/lakehillsyoga/	W	Therapeutic, "Stress Free Yoga", Hatha, Ashtanga and Kundalini	Dara creates a relaxed atmosphere for all levels of yoga. Offering variations and assists for asanas her yoga classes flow effortlessly focusing on safety, strength, stamina and flexibility.
Monica Paredes 512-638-5050 www.heartpracticeyoga.com	NW, C	Kripalu-certified instructor, Anusara influence	Parent & Toddler Classes integrating yoga, breathwork and meditation with songs, storytelling, and learning activities for kids ages 22 mos. - 4 years. Specialty workshops, individual/group instruction, and yoga parties.
Sanieh Patricia 512-470-2362 sanieh@saniehyoga.com www.saniehyoga.com/	N, NW, C	Prana Vinyasa Flow™	Full-spectrum, energetic approach to the fluid body flow of yoga as taught by Shiva Rea. Classical and innovative approach to vinyasa and the state of flow drawn from Krishnamacharya’s teachings, Tantra, Ayurveda, Bhakti, and Somatics. Workshops, Privates, & Yoga Trance Dance™ .
Dow Patterson 512-328-7939	C, S	Anatomical Yoga	Yoga asanas with a focus on self awareness and mindfulness of alignment, anatomy and balancing strength with flexibility.
Nina Perales Namaste Austin! 209 Pedernales St. 78702 512-744-8044 info@namasteaustin.com www.namasteaustin.com	E, Various	Hatha, Power Yoga Flow	Power Yoga Flow Classes by Donation Only. The focus of these classes is on the breath and alignment for a healthy mind and body as influenced by Bryan Kest. Native bilingual Austinite teaches in the vibrant East Austin community.
Desirae Pierce Breath and Body Yoga 4800 Burnet Rd. Suite 440-D in Rosedale Village 512-374-1021 desirae@breathandbodyyoga.com www.breathandbodyyoga.com	N - C	Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga (Flow Yoga)	This method of Flow is a dynamic combination of precise education, intuitive discovery, profound knowledge and experiential practices that results in transforming limitations into power. No other process utilizes so many tools to tap into one's hidden potential for achieving authentic personal power and living an extraordinary life. Discover your power.
Shannon Potts-Hickey Tree of Life Yoga www.treeoflifeyoga.org	C	Eclectic, Prenatal, Postpartum	Comfortable intimate setting in central Austin. Classes appropriate for beginners and intermediate levels. One of the original Yoga Mommas, we also offer prenatal classes and postpartum yoga with baby.
Pure Austin Fitness 907 West 5th Street #201 512-474-1800	Central	Power and Vinyasa	Power Yoga combines active breathing with a series of powerful, flowing movements to build strength and stamina. Vinyasa Flow is a high energy class that challenges you with heat-inducing vinyasa flow.
Pure Bikram Yoga 3600 N. Capital of TX Hwy #140A 512-328-4949 info@purebikramyoga.com www.purebikramyoga.com	West	Bikram's Hatha	Bikram Yoga works every muscle, joint, tendon, ligament, organ and gland, building core strength, flexibility and balance. Students practice 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises in a heated room in 90 minutes. All levels are welcome.
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Keith Ragsdale keithragsdale@gmail.com	C	Eclectic Hatha, Vinyasa	An eclectic mix that spans between the traditional Iyengar method (using props with a focus on alignment) and Shiva Rea's dance-inspired movements (incorporating music as a catalyst for the practice). Local influences: Gioconda and Keith Kachtick.
Vidya Ramirez-Wheeler Materna Yoga Center maternayoga@yahoo.com	N, C, S	Prenatal, Postnatal, Restorative, and Hatha	Prenatal and Postnatal classes provide a safe, nurturing environment for all mothers and mothers-to-be. Hatha classes are taught in the tradition of Swami Sivananda of Rishikesh, India. Emphasis on pranayama, complete relaxation, and stillness that exists within oneSelf.
Zareen & Ajay Shah Rasik Yogasana 512-899-8495 zareen9@gmail.com	SW	Holistic, eclectic, traditional, Iyengar/ Hatha	De-stressing , de-toxifying and therapeutic yoga for the city-dweller. Includes asanas, mental attitudes,yogic views and practices,dietary guidance. Ideal for beginners, intermediates seeking stress relief , self-advancement and growth. Workshops, private instruction, corporate classes.
MaryAnn Reynolds Well-Being Associates 512-507-4184 mareynolds27@gmail.com www.wellbodymindheartspirit.com/yoga-classes/	Various	Eclectic	Beginner's Yoga Beginner's Mind, Unwinding (restorative), Non-Sweaty Office Yoga, and Yoga for Kids, in your home, studio, office, or classroom. Beginners and mixed levels, individuals and groups, all ages welcome. 16 years of yoga experience, influenced by Iyengar, Sivananda, Vinyasa Flow.
Tonya Riley Everyday Yoga with Tonya 512-266-1202 antonyoga@hotmail.com	W	Vinyasakrama	Gentle to intermediate-level 90 minute pilgimages of body, breath and mind. Classes usually include vinyasa / asana with ujayii breathing, rests, pranayama, and meditation. Began teaching in late 1995. Studies with Srivatsa Ramaswami and some eclectic practices.
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