Crystal's journey with yoga is grounded in an exploration of self-acceptance and holistic healing. For her, yoga is a transformative experience of mental wellness, physical empowerment and spiritual centering. As a former athlete and gymnast, Crystal was initially drawn to yoga as an alternative to higher intensity exercises to support chronic pain issues. As someone who has been afflicted with crippling depression and anxiety, she quickly discovered her appreciation for yoga's healing benefits to support mental & emotional well-being.
In 2017, Crystal began her teacher training journey with a mindfulness-based & trauma-informed Raja Yoga program at the Niroga Institute in California. She recently completed the Vinyasa teacher training at Flow Yoga in the Spring of 2024. Her style of teaching incorporates mindful movements with meaning, deep relaxation and approachable sequences for any body type or level of strength and flexibility. When she's off her mat, Crystal serves in the community as a mental health advocate and certified peer specialist. She is active in her church and is a proud mom, wife and dog lover!
CERTIFICATION:
200hr Vinyasa
200hr Trauma-informed Raja Yoga
Meditation-based Stress Relief
Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist
TEACHING STYLES:
Flow
Flow & Chill
Candlelight Slow Flow
Vinyasa
Hatha
Yin&Sound
Deep Chill
Christ-centered Faith-based yoga