Ida has practiced Yoga her entire adult life. She says, "Yoga has been my safe space in this beautiful, but tumultuous world." Yoga has been the perfect complement to Ida's work as a Psychotherapist. She received her first Yoga certification from Yoga in the World. She then certified in the Hot26 Classical  Hatha series, Jivamukti Spiritual Warrior, and Yin Yoga. Ida holds a deep appreciation for the a practice. She feels Yin Yoga is a "magical, healing deep practice". 

 

Ida has studied and holds certification in Mythical Storytelling, as well as Yin Yoga from Kelly Kamm Yoga. In Ida's classes, you can expect a deeply physical practice accompanied by storytelling. and an eclectic playlist. Ida considers teaching Yoga personal and an art form.

Gabrielle is a Jersey native originally from Cranford. It was at her home studio, Alluem Yoga, where she discovered her love for yoga. In 2015 Gabrielle moved to Boston to go to school at Emerson College, where she studied theater and education. While in school, Gabrielle found Yogaworks Back Bay, a studio that was walkable and welcoming. After taking classes Gabrielle decided to take a leap and apply to work at the front desk. Eventually, she decided to sign up for the 200hr teacher training program, studying with teachers Caitlyn Visconte and Renee LeBlanc, graduating in December 2016. Between now and then Gabrielle, has been committing her time to teaching theater, while continuing her yoga practice daily and very excited to be teaching now with Surya Yoga Academy. Gabrielle's yoga style is very Vinyasa flow with a fiery twist.

Nina originally turned to yoga to alleviate back pain and through a regular practice she’s found healing physically and mentally. She obtained her 200 hr RYT and 35 hr Yin training through Powerflow Yoga. Through the asana practice and connection to breath, her classes aim to challenge you to be present, to peel back layers of conditioning, to learn, grow, and ultimately be better humans. Nina hopes you will also take away a sense of belonging, connection, and community through her classes.

Originally from Virginia, Kaitlyn began her yoga journey while attending James Madison University and has continued to deepen her practice ever since. She obtained her 200 hr RYT from Feel Better Yoga. A former elementary school teacher, she brings a nurturing and intentional approach to each class, combining her background in education with a passion for mindful movement. She teaches power vinyasa, yin, restorative, and strength-based classes, offering uplifting and creative sequences that meet students where they are. Her teaching places a strong emphasis on breathwork, meditation, and trauma-informed practices, cultivating a supportive and grounded space for students to explore, heal, and grow — both on and off the mat. Kaitlyn hopes you will find a sense of community and connection through her classes.