I discovered yoga after the birth of my first child, when my body and spirit were yearning for deep rest, renewal, and connection. What began as a practice of recovery soon became a way of life. Years later, I completed my 200 HR YTT certification with Jessica and Al Noche of Kramas Yoga, inspired to share the gifts yoga had given me. In my classes, I aim to create an inclusive space where students feel both grounded and uplifted — a place to explore strength, softness, and stillness. My teaching emphasizes mindful movement, breath awareness, and the importance of community, so each practice becomes not just a workout, but a journey inward and a chance to connect outward. Above all, I hope to help others find what I found through yoga: rest, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

Marilyn discovered Kundalini Yoga early in the winter of 2011 when the snow was flying. It was the time of year when things can get stale and monotonous. She was looking for something new and compelling to capture her attention. After participating in a few classes, she felt called to explore Kundalini Yoga more deeply. The kriyas (exercise sets) offered tried-and-true combinations of movement, mantra, mudra, breathwork, and meditation that spoke to her soul. The deep relaxation period with the gong included in every class helped to pry away residual tension and cultivate a sense of peace. Over time, the community of people she connected with through Kundalini Yoga became her family. What Marilyn loves about Kundalini Yoga is that it’s for every type of body, every fitness level, every stage of life. Its effects can often be felt immediately. Her classes encourage students to build a sanctuary for their body, mind and spirit. Students are given the tools to create an experience and develop awareness. One of Marilyn’s favorite aspects of teaching Kundalini Yoga is hearing that someone’s practice has helped them feel more relaxed and ready for whatever comes next. Better yet is the knowledge that the life-enhancing techniques learned in class carry over into daily life and beyond. Pronouns: she / her / hers

I discovered yoga after the birth of my first child, when my body and spirit were yearning for deep rest, renewal, and connection. What began as a practice of recovery soon became a way of life. Years later, I completed my 200 HR YTT certification with Jessica and Al Noche of Kramas Yoga, inspired to share the gifts yoga had given me. In my classes, I aim to create an inclusive space where students feel both grounded and uplifted — a place to explore strength, softness, and stillness. My teaching emphasizes mindful movement, breath awareness, and the importance of community, so each practice becomes not just a workout, but a journey inward and a chance to connect outward. Above all, I hope to help others find what I found through yoga: rest, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

Bekah Gant is an E-CYT500, with over 500 hours of yoga and meditation training and over 2,000 hours of teaching experience. She is also an Usui Reiki Okuden (level two) practitioner. Her classes and reiki sessions offer people permission to ease into friendship with their own bodies, minds, and spirits, with a view toward the greater universal good; and she delights in giving participants a beautiful, affirming, and energy-balancing experience.