Yoga Instructors in Monroe, North Carolina (Union County)

I discovered yoga in 2018, after a friend was diagnosed with preeclampsia and her doctor had recommended yoga. Initially we went in search of relief for her, but I too was greatly impacted by this healing practice. I had recently lost my grandmother and was unaware how much it was weighing on me. It was in this first class that I experienced great healing. I instantly immersed myself in everything Yoga. After a year of daily practice, self study, and dedication, I knew this was the path that I was meant to take.

The first teacher training that I attended was with Mr. and Mrs. Totman. After meeting one of their former graduates, I was so impressed with her skill and knowledge that I was drawn to their school. After taking a few classes with them, I knew that I needed to attend their teacher training. This was my first step towards making yoga my career, not just my hobby. I completed my 200 hour yoga alliance certification in 2018. Since then, I have taught over 200 hours in the Statesville area and continue my training as I work towards my 300 hour certification with Victoria Martinez.

For me, yoga is so much more than asana. So, in my classes I focus on recovery, through self-love, mindfulness, and community. When I found yoga, I was suppressing my grief in a way that I was not allowing myself to process. The movement with breath allowed me to slow my mind and truly be in the moment. The teachings of Yoga, reignited the higher energies within me, that even I didn’t understand. Book after book, class after class, I could feel the healing. We’re all recovering from something and I want to hold space for others to experience that healing.

Under stress you find yourself with poor, or lack of, coping mechanisms, but you are ready to take the steps towards learning new ones?
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Are you or someone you love in the process of recovering from something and are seeking a supportive and nurturing space?
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Have you experieced trauma that has lead to poor self image and need a practice that can remind you of just how beautiful you really are?... See More

Swati Bhende is a certified & experienced teacher offering Traditional Hatha Yoga of India for all ages for past 12 yrs. She is also certified in prenatal & postnatal yoga & children's yoga. Some of the specialized classes offered are yoga for toddlers / preschoolers, gentle yoga, partner yoga, family yoga,
mixed levels yoga. There is emphasis on practicing deep relaxation & pranayam along with yoga stretches & poses. Read more on website about karma yoga & yoga etiquettes. I also offer yoga workshops and sell yoga props at discount to help yoga students get good quality props for less. Learn from Swati how yoga diet & meditation are as important as doing yoga on the mat. Along with group yoga classes, Swati is available for private & semi-private yoga sessions, corporate yoga & more ...... See More

I have been teaching in the fitness industry for about 20 years. I know the aches and pains that athletes and sportsminded people have, i have them too! That's where my specialty lies in continuing to give the fitness minded person the challenge they are used to, while beginning to tune into and see their bodies in a different way and learn to use the breath to relax.... See More

Classes in Aikido, Judo, Chen Tai Chi and Kundalini yoga. See website for fees and class schedule (www.taigado-center.com).