In your words, what is yoga?

Yoga is a path where you can find the freedom to be your best self, work through obstacles to freedom, joy, and happiness. I am a student of the Krishnamacharya lineage that follows the 8 limbed path of yoga and of Rod Stryker's Parayoga tantric path. Learning to master the mind and harness the Prana are key. The physical, mental and emotional elements always work together. 

What yoga teachers have impacted me the most?

Rod Stryker and Seane Corn are my teachers. I also love the Yoga Sutras and studying yoga philosophy. I want to continue to learn forever. 

What inspires my teaching?

Anything and everything inspires me! Depending upon the day, inspiration could come from...

Nature, especially the ocean, reading, relationships...the list is endless. As a teacher, I simply want to create space for people to discover and become their best selves. 

A RYT-500 Yoga Alliance instructor, Claire teaches a dynamic vinyasa flow with the intention of creating a moving meditation. She encourages students to find the lightness and the joy in their own practice, both on and off the mat. She is a certified Pilates instructor, a Reiki Level 2 Practitioner and also holds a NASM-certification for personal training. She has significant experience with spinal injuries and frequently works with students recuperating from injuries. She leads international yoga retreats every year. Mind-body fitness is her passion. 

In January 2010, Claire was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. Yoga aided her healing throughout treatment and recovery. Learning to live with cancer inspired her to earn her Yoga for Cancer Therapy certification and she now also teaches classes specifically for people living with cancer. Learn more at oceansoulyoga.com.

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