When and where did you complete the teacher training?
Acapulco Fall 08

How or why did you start practising Bikram Yoga?
I had been practicing yoga for years but my practice needed direction, I definitely found it in the Bikram Series.

How was your very first Bikram class?
It was intense but I knew it was the real deal.

What is your most important advice for the students?
Something my favorite teacher said ‘when you judge yourself you only break your own heart’ so just breath.

What did you want to be as a child when you grow up?
I never wanted to grow up.

What would you do if you didn’t teach yoga?
I work the summer as forest fire fighter.

What is your favourite quote?
Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.- Einstein

Which one is your least favourite pose in the series?
Standing Head to Knee- locking the knee is the hardest thing I’ve ever done.

What are you most proud of in your life?
My dog.

What is your first thought in the morning?
I hope it snowed last night.

What do you treasure the most?
Freedom.

Tell us about your first kiss.
It was scary and awkward but continuously got better and better. Not unlike yoga!