Serenity Prayer

God grant me the courage
 to accept
the things I cannot change
The courage
to change the things I can
And the wisdom
to know the difference

About Serenity Yoga and Stephanie Martin

Stephanie Martin  
Bree McGregor Mei Wong
Carl and Jean Myers Michael Little
Jenelle Frey Michelle Listiak
Kasandra Lor Missye Campbell


Stephanie Martin
Stephanie Martin is the owner of Serenity Yoga. She has been teaching for 15 years. She has mainly studied with anusara teachers and credits much of what she has learned from to Desiree Rumbaugh and Christy Burnette. She is certified through Yoga alliance and is currently studying for her Kriya Yoga Certification. Stephanie says that what she loves most about teaching is the deep intimate connection and sharing that happens when she steps onto the mat. "There is a sacred space that is created. I immediately feel present and in the moment, fully focused on the group and their energy."

Stephanie says that she is grateful to be able to offer this beautiful space to the community. It continues to grow and evolve from the love and commitment of the teachers and students. The studio helps to provide a place in the community to connect deeply with one self and to others. It is a place were all are welcome.

Stephanie plans to continue to study and attend workshops as often as she can. "I will always be a student of yoga, life keeps me humble and there is always more to learn. My greatest teachers truly have been my students."

"Life is a balancing act. Its most definitely my friends and family and the yoga community that keep my heart open and my spirit lifted."


Bree McGregor
Bree entered the fitness industry in 2004, instructing high intensity workouts for U.S. Marines here in Yuma. She moved to England in 2007, and while teaching fitness classes in corporate and private health clubs, she was introduced to the Vinyasa style of Hatha yoga.

The flowing asanas (physical poses) and ujjayi breathing challenged her physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It introduced a total well-being far beyond the benefits she’d experienced through high-impact exercise. After initial study and training, Bree created a class that combined basic flowing asanas, breathing techniques, isometric strength training, and Pilates. Her goal was to limber and strengthen muscles, clarify minds, and enlighten spirits.

Having recently returned to Yuma, Bree hopes to continue teaching and studying yoga. Her qualifications include Practical Yoga Instructor Training, Yoga Essentials I & II Continuing Education, and Practical Pilates Instructor Training, through the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. She is also an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor.


Carl and Jean Myers
Carl and Jean Myers, co- facilitators of Insight Meditation Yuma, have studied and practiced meditation together for over 17 years. There is no charge to attend the group but donations in gratitude for Serenity Yoga are welcomed.


Jenelle Frey
Jenelle Frey began teaching yoga one year ago, after relocating to Yuma from her native state of Colorado. Initially, she was drawn to yoga in 2005 as a way to relieve stress while she worked as an inner city middle school teacher. Today, Jenelle sees yoga not only as a tool for relieving stress but also as a preventative measure against physical, mental, spiritual and societal decline. In addition, she hopes yoga will become a “way-of-life” for her students; one in which they make a conscious choice to live more healthy, compassionate and peaceful lives, to better themselves, their families and their communities. You’ll find Jenelle instructing the following classes: Gentle, Mommy & Me, Prenatal & Family yoga.

Jenelle recently completed a 30 day intensive yoga training program in Sedona Arizona and is currently directing the family programs at Serenity Yoga. Contact number: 928-720-6226


Kasandra Lor
Like many people who are drawn to natural healing arts, Kasandra Lor came to Reiki through her own personal healing crisis. Her doctor had recommended massage therapy to help her learn to relax. Her massage therapist had just learned Reiki. Kasandra was awed at the gentle power in her therapist’s hands. She could feel a deep heat and a profound sense of peace envelop her. There was no way of knowing how transformational those treatments would be! She learned Reiki and then apprenticed with her Reiki master so she could also teach this wonderful healing modality.

After teaching second languages (French and English) near Vancouver, BC for 15 years, she resigned her position in 1989 and has been sharing healing arts since. Reiki, and then later the gentle movements of T’ai Chi Chih have brought insight, healing and peace to those who have been looking.

Kasandra is so pleased to be offering Reiki treatments and classes in quiet healing energy of the sacred space that is Serenity Yoga. Check out the lunch time T’ai Chi classes too! Kasandra can be reached at 928 210-5198 or at wellwellwell@roadrunner.com.

 


Mei Wong

In 1980 I had a car related accident which left me with two broken legs. I was blessed to be alive after it happened. In 1994 I decided to join the fitness club in Yuma for some aerobic classes, and shortly after, I discovered the yoga classes which were being taught by Stephanie Martin. I took the classes and I fell in love with yoga. Yoga brought me great gratitude towards my life and I gained my confidence back.

In 2002, Stephanie mentored me and I began teaching at the Fitness Center. Soon Stephanie opened up her own studio. I was teaching for her in exchange for classes. A year later I decided to teach exclusively at Serenity Yoga and I've been teaching there ever since.

Throughout the years we have had a few Master Teachers come to the studio and give workshops and trainings. I have learned a lot through these trainings and because my family is very supportive of me I am able to travel in and out of state for the never ending study of yoga and share with others all that I learn. I must say though, that I feel I receive so much more than I believe I give.


Michael Little
Mike is a certified instructor and a registered Yoga Therapist who has been teaching for over 7 years. He has a passion for helping his students to improve and maintain their ranges of motion, flexibility, balance and strength. His classes are eclectic and he mixes in other body movement systems. His intention in every class is to work the entire body {toes to head} to release stress and maintain body functionality. He has done extensive studies and taken many classes in yoga therapy, anatomy, alignment, body mechanics, Anusara principles and other yoga styles. He is a 2nd degree black belt and taught martial arts for many years before coming to yoga.

As part of his Yoga Therapy practice, Mike also is available for reflexology, Marma Point Therapy and Thai Foot Massage.

Mike's classes will relax and energize you and are great for cross-training or enhancing a yoga practice.


Michelle Listiak

Michelle began yoga as a way to find balance with her job. At her first class, she was surprised that yoga developed strength as well as flexibility. While creating awareness of the body, Michelle discovered the freedom - physically and mentally - in being present with the breath.

Anusara Yoga’s connection with the principles of nature resonated deeply with Michelle. Born and raised in Yuma, her appreciation for the intrinsic beauty in nature was cultivated by horseback riding and the tranquil spirit of the desert. Celebrate the spirit of nature through yoga!


Missye Campbell info coming soon!

 

 

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