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RACHAEL'S BIO
Rachael approaches yoga from an artistic mind. As a graphic design artist and photographer, she has a unique ability
for understanding the lines created during movement. Rachael’s intrigue for yoga has intertwined with her love for art,
particularly inspiring her photography.
As an outdoor enthusiast, Rachael enjoys rock climbing, surfing, paddle boarding, wake boarding and wake surfing.
These passions have encouraged Rachael to pursue Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga (SUP Yoga). This practice has
enhanced her appreciation for the divinity of nature, while challenging her body to perform with balance, agility and strength.
Drawn to water and warm climates, Rachael has pursued teaching opportunities beachside in St. Thomas, Miami,
Cape Cod, LA and New York. Rachael is a fully insured 500-hour RYT yoga instructor certified through Yoga Alliance. Her yoga training has been basedin New York City through YogaWorks. In 2009 Rachael received her 200-hour Teacher Training under the guidance of Sarah Bell and Jodie Rufty. Her 300-hour Professional Program was also fulfilled with the YogaWorks. Rachael completed a six-month apprenticeship with senior teacher Chrissy Carter and a second apprenticeship with Jodie Rufty. In addition, she is certified in Restorative Yoga through Jillian Pransky. In 2012 Rachael began teaching SUP Yoga. She is WPA
(World Paddle Association) Paddleboard & SUP Yoga certified; including CPR, AED & First Aid certified. From April to October Rachael offers SUP Yoga classes just an hour north of NYC.
Rachael draws inspiration from her students and continued learning. Rachael's unassuming and caring nature allows her to nurture her students and create a comfortable space for all who practice under her guidance.
TEACHING STYLE
Rachael's teaching style offers a blend of teachings from the Vinyasa and Iyengar traditions.
Vinyasa, which means “breath-synchronized movement”, tends to be a more vigorous style based on the performance of a series of poses called Sun Salutations, in which movement is matched to the breath. You to move from one pose to the next on an inhale or an exhale. This technique is also called Vinyasa Flow, or just Flow because of the smooth way that the poses run together and become like a dance.
Iyengar's method, a form of hatha yoga, is based on giving primacy to the physical alignment of the body in the poses.
Rachael approaches yoga from an artistic mind. As a graphic design artist and photographer, she has a unique ability
for understanding the lines created during movement. Rachael’s intrigue for yoga has intertwined with her love for art,
particularly inspiring her photography.
As an outdoor enthusiast, Rachael enjoys rock climbing, surfing, paddle boarding, wake boarding and wake surfing.
These passions have encouraged Rachael to pursue Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga (SUP Yoga). This practice has
enhanced her appreciation for the divinity of nature, while challenging her body to perform with balance, agility and strength.
Drawn to water and warm climates, Rachael has pursued teaching opportunities beachside in St. Thomas, Miami,
Cape Cod, LA and New York. Rachael is a fully insured 500-hour RYT yoga instructor certified through Yoga Alliance. Her yoga training has been basedin New York City through YogaWorks. In 2009 Rachael received her 200-hour Teacher Training under the guidance of Sarah Bell and Jodie Rufty. Her 300-hour Professional Program was also fulfilled with the YogaWorks. Rachael completed a six-month apprenticeship with senior teacher Chrissy Carter and a second apprenticeship with Jodie Rufty. In addition, she is certified in Restorative Yoga through Jillian Pransky. In 2012 Rachael began teaching SUP Yoga. She is WPA
(World Paddle Association) Paddleboard & SUP Yoga certified; including CPR, AED & First Aid certified. From April to October Rachael offers SUP Yoga classes just an hour north of NYC.
Rachael draws inspiration from her students and continued learning. Rachael's unassuming and caring nature allows her to nurture her students and create a comfortable space for all who practice under her guidance.
TEACHING STYLE
Rachael's teaching style offers a blend of teachings from the Vinyasa and Iyengar traditions.
Vinyasa, which means “breath-synchronized movement”, tends to be a more vigorous style based on the performance of a series of poses called Sun Salutations, in which movement is matched to the breath. You to move from one pose to the next on an inhale or an exhale. This technique is also called Vinyasa Flow, or just Flow because of the smooth way that the poses run together and become like a dance.
Iyengar's method, a form of hatha yoga, is based on giving primacy to the physical alignment of the body in the poses.
Also, check out Rachael's company BRIDES LOVE YOGA
