At the time, I was deep into fitness and the bodybuilding lifestyle. I’d only practiced yoga a handful of times before diving into a 30-day intensive. Looking back, I’m deeply grateful for that experience and the lovely soul who led me to this path (thanks, Kate).

But the real story starts six months earlier…

I had flown to Thailand on a mission to heal. After years of struggling with on-again, off-again addiction—starting at the ripe age of 13—I knew something had to change. I checked into a holistic rehab center, not realizing that the universe had far bigger plans. That journey led me to incredible teachers, counselors, and spiritual guides who introduced me to practices that would change everything. Yoga wasn’t just movement—it was a gateway to something deeper.

It wasn’t a straight path, but I kept coming back. And every time, yoga met me where I was.

In 2017, I enrolled in the residential program at the Himalayan Institute, immersing myself in the study and practice of yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda. I attended hundreds of lectures, trained extensively, and became certified as an ERYT-500 Yoga Teacher and Ayurvedic Yoga Specialist. More than that, I found a profound connection to these ancient sciences—not just as knowledge, but as a way of being.

Those years shaped me in ways I can’t fully put into words. They renewed my body, mind, and soul.

I continue to study under the guidance of my teacher, Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, PhD, and draw inspiration from the Sri Vidya Himalayan Tradition—wisdom that has stood the test of time, guiding seekers toward clarity, resilience, and freedom.

Beyond the Mat

When I’m not teaching, you’ll probably find me outdoors, in the ocean, chasing waves on a longboard. I also have a long history in web design, helping conscious brands thrive in the digital world.

More than anything, I believe in the transformative power of practice—that if we commit to showing up for ourselves, even in small ways, we can shift our energy, clear our minds, and move through life with more ease and purpose.

I’d love for you to join me on this path… just as you are.