yoga for beginners - $10 drop-in! Cancelled
March 15, 2025 •
9:30 am - 10:30 am
5009 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC
Heidi Leigh
Hi, I’m Heidi Leigh and I’ve been teaching yoga for over 10 years, since moving to Winston Salem. I have three “kids” – Oliver Runyon Twist (5 yo), Pinky Alessandro Fiorucci (4 yo) and King George Phillip I (1 yo).
I have been lucky enough to have an amazing lifetime before becoming a yoga teacher. Traversing the country from FL to CA to NC, I worked in the film industry as the personal assistant for Sandra Bullock while filming A Time to Kill, in Disney HQ and for the NHL Florida Panthers. Spending so many years in office jobs gave me such an appreciation for how yoga impacts the way my body feels and the importance of building movement into the day.
My path to the mat started in 1995 when I was living in Los Angeles. My first class was with Bryan Kest and my relationship to the practice of yoga was an immediate love affair. 2005 was the year I went for my teacher training at the “Miami Beach Yoga Shala” and I had to navigate the storms on and off the mat as Katrina hit Florida. But life is full of changing weather and yoga has helped me build personal resilience.
My classes are challenging and joyful, and never the same. I plan my classes around you and your fellow party people. My goal for each class is for you to discover new opportunities for your practice – working muscles, building strong postures, creating good energy and overall finding happiness for all. I will never ask you to go past the point of fun, but always find your own rainbow connection. Song requests are welcome and everyone has music veto rights (except when Prince is on).
Disclaimer: I don’t always mean “last one”; I don’t know right from left; and I’m a middle child.
Certifications:
Yoga Alliance Member
Certified in Chair Yoga for Seniors with Carol Krucoff
Miami Beach Yoga Shala RYT200/Ashtanga
Description
If you’ve always wanted to try yoga but weren’t sure where to start, this class is for you. Designed specifically for beginners, Yoga for Beginners helps you build a solid foundation in both movement and mindfulness. In this class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of breath and body alignment while moving through gentle, accessible sequences. As you strengthen your body and improve flexibility, you’ll also connect with a deeper sense of calm and self-awareness that will stay with you long after class. Whether you’re looking for a great workout or a way to reduce stress and find balance in your life, this class offers a welcoming, supportive space for you to start your yoga journey. No experience required—just bring an open heart and a desire to grow.