North Haledon, NJ
Ali
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Ali graduated Boston University and Western Maryland College with a Masters degree in deaf education. She taught deaf children for 5 years before having her first child. Ali trained to teach yoga classes to children, through Karma Kids Yoga in Manhattan.
Ali is a busy Mom who raises her 5 kids and maintains a busy and fulfilling work schedule.
"Hot Yoga has changed my life. I now have the opportunity to incorporate my love for yoga with my love for children. To be a Yoga teacher is the perfect medium to accomplish this."
Anayra
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NORTH HALEDON, NJ
RUTHERFORD, NJ
Anayra completed her initial 200 hour yoga teacher training with The Yoga Institute and continued her studies Anusara founder John Friend completing over 100 hours of training with him and
over 200 hours of training with senior Anusara teachers Jackie Prete, and former senior Anusara teacher Doug Keller.
When Anayra isn't teaching Hot Yoga classes and Pilates, she is a high school English teacher in Jersey City. She has also developed yoga and Pilates programs for at-risk teenagers. She is currently working on her second master's degree in education.
“My love of Yoga began when I was an undergraduate student at Seton Hall University where I double majored in Religious Studies and English. After taking a Zen and Yoga class I knew that yoga was something that I would pursue.”
Caryn
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NYACK, NY
NORTH HALEDON, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
The appeal of wanting to be a yoga teacher was to have a career which would very much benefit others as well as her. She began her training in the summer of 2004, and has never looked back.
Caryn has an International Business Degree, but being a gymnast for many years growing up, the Hot Yoga style very much appealed to her as it combines flexibility, strength, intensity and grace.
“One of my favorite quotes is from Audrey Hepburn. ‘Remember, if you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm…As you grow older you will discover that you have two hands: One for helping yourself, the other for helping others.’"
Dianna
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NORTH HALEDON, NJ
Dianna draws upon the wisdom of many great teachers and integrates the ancient teachings of Yogic philosophy. She embodies a deep sense of love and gratitude for all who continue to guide her growth and development as a yoga student and instructor.
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“I teach an inspiring and poetic yoga class. My vinyasa style flows from the infinite wisdom of the heart. Playful and light, the class is infused with love and filled with joyful celebration.”
Dr. John
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NORTH HALEDON, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
In 1995, Dr. John had begun practicing Yoga on a daily basis to enhance his martial art practice. It began with Power Yoga and he steadily practiced postures in conjunction with his Martial Art teaching and practice. In 2000, Dr. John met his future wife Natalie and they started practicing Hot Yoga classes together in NYC. Over the course of many years Natalie and Dr. John have practiced many other yoga variations.
Born in New Jersey, Dr. John together with his wife Natalie Surie has two daughters, Sydney & Skylar Surie. Dr. John is a licensed Chiropractor in active practice since 1997 and has a full time chiropractic office in Paramus New Jersey. From the age of 12, Dr. John has been training in the Martial Arts and has been teaching steadily since the age of 16. Trained primarily in Hapkido, Dr. John has also trained extensively in USA Goju, Kung Fu, Judo, and Shaolin Chin Na.
“Blending the healing art of Chiropractic and other alternative healing principles with yoga has provided me with an endless supply of tools used to help lead others onto the path of health and wellness.”
Jody
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NORTH HALEDON, NJ
RUTHERFORD, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
Qualified as a teacher for 10 years, Jodieis a passionate and committed practitioner.
Jodie ran the Rutherford yoga studio on her own before becoming part of the FIRESHAPER family.
“I started out as a teacher 10 years ago with a seed in my soul and a vision in my heart. I offered experience and teachings in hopes of cultivating a supportive, loving environment and that's just what I accomplished. I have helped to create a community of likeminded people whose desire was to make healthy changes in their lives so they could live with more vitality and passion.”
Kass
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NORTH HALEDON, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
Kass is a licensed physical therapist and has worked actively in the sports medicine field for 10 years.
After having her second son in 2007 Kass found her passion for Hot Yoga as the bridge of a pursuit for a healthy mind and body. She immediately felt a positive change in her life and an immediate connection with others who practiced Hot Yoga techniques. Yoga quickly became her way of life.
“I combine my enthusiasm and love of Hot Yoga with knowledge of alignment, body mechanics, anatomy and physiology.”
Maggie
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NYACK, NY
NORTH HALEDON, NJ
RUTHERFORD, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
Maggie began practicing Bikram and discovered a strength in herself she didn’t know she was capable of, which she tapped into both in and out of the studio. While working on her Master’s Degree in mental health counseling Maggie decided to take her practice to the next level and become certified to teach others to find their own mental and physical strength. Maggie graduated from training in the fall of 2009 and taught at her home studio in Burlington, VT for six months, she then moved to NYC to build on both her teaching and her life.
Originally from New Jersey, Maggie moved to Burlington, Vermont to pursue a BS in Social Work. She spent several years working with at-risk youth and young people with autism during and after college.
Maggie is grateful to be able to help other people improve their lives through yoga as she strives to do.
Natalie
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NYACK, NY
NORTH HALEDON, NJ
RUTHERFORD, NJ
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A native Australian, from Queensland’s Gold Coast,since 2002, Natalie has been faithfully teaching and practicing Hot Yoga along with a variety of other postures and advanced variations.
She enjoys nurturing her children with love and shares her passions of travel and yoga with them.
“I welcome you to join me at FIRESHAPER. I believe in the limitless power of self and raise my family through the most caring and healthful means possible.”
Sabrina
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NYACK, NY
NORTH HALEDON, NJ
RUTHERFORD, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
For years Sabrina was looking for something to fill the void that was created when collegiate sports were over. When a friend introduced her to Hot Yoga classes that void was filled. She went on to take her Hot Yoga teacher training course in New York and has just started her 2nd 200 hour certification.
Sabrina grew up immersed in athletics playing three sports in high school and soccer and track throughout college.
“I wish to combine my love and knowledge of all sports with yoga, the union of the mind, body and soul.”
Scott
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NYACK, NY
NORTH HALEDON, NJ
WESTWOOD, NJ
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Sue Z
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NORTH HALEDON, NJ
RUTHERFORD, NJ
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Sue has been practicing Hot Yoga since the winter of 2007, under the instruction of Natalie Surie, director of the Hot Yoga New Jersey locations at Westwood and North Haledon.
From softball, lacrosse, tennis, to figure skating, she has always been an active person.
“I am passionate about sharing the effects of yoga classes with others. During my class, staying in the moment, quieting the mind, connecting the breath to the body, and using the 90 minute moving mediation in whatever ways that serve you for that day are emphasized - focus, be still, and breathe."
