Alanna likes to mix running and cross training to stay physically active for my mind, body and soul. She has completed 4 marathons and has found cross training to be an essential component for runners. When she was injured and could not run, she stumbled upon…
Anayo thinks BREATHE is a welcoming community, and that everyone should try a class. He hopes to see you on the mat!
Andy discovered yoga in 2004 when his college roommate returned from a teacher training in LA and brought him to his first Bikram class. While the first class is a bit of a blur, by his 2nd class, Andy was hooked…
As a psychologist, yoga practitioner and Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Aura’s primary focus is on body and mental well-being through ancient practices that foster the power of health…
Movement has become one of the greatest gifts in Baker’s life. What started as ‘let’s do this Saturday morning class for fun’ almost 2 years ago for him, has become a way to reconnect with his heart, quiet his mind and appreciate the body God has blessed him with…
Barbara began lifting weights and practicing yoga because she was experiencing joint pain. “I wanted to strengthen the muscles around the joints while also nourishing them, and the more I did both, the more I realized that it also helped with my depression…
Yoga has been a part of Carlin’s life for decades. She started in college and has completed two 200-level teacher trainings, one at the Yoga Institute in Mumbai. She is currently working toward her 500 level with Janet Stone…
Eileen grew up in Colorado where nature and outdoor activities were her sanctuary. After a series of sports-related injuries, she discovered yoga as a low-impact practice that not only supported her physical recovery but also offered the same therapeutic…
In May 2022, a friend brought Ethan to his first Hot 26&2 class. The class was the 60 minute variant. He quickly went back for another with his friend. After that he moved back to his home state of N.J. By November 2022, he signed up at Simply Hot Yoga & Fitness…
Evan offers open meditation classes at BREATHE. His experience comes from years of personal practice, formal and informal leadership in Mindfulness organizations in education, and a deep interest in the teaching of G.I. Gurdjieff, an Armenian-born mystic…
Jackie started her hot yoga journey in 2008 at Sumits Yoga in Arizona. She quickly developed a passion for the practice, combining the discipline of Hot 26 with the one-breath-per-posture movement of Vinyasa flow. After moving to California, she and her mother…
Jason Felitto is a Sonic Alchemist who is passionate about sharing the transformative power of sound and breath to help people achieve optimal well-being. For the past decade, Jason’s journey in sound healing has taken him from the US to Southeast Asia…
John Zurek was born and raised in Arlington, MA and has been practicing yoga and other movement arts since 2006. He has been a certified yoga teacher since 2013 when he completed a 200-hour teacher training at Kripalu Yoga Institute in Stockbridge, MA…
Justin moved to Boston in 2012 after completing his undergraduate studies in Biology, Human Physiology, and Forensic Science. Working on the mat as an avid Yoga Practitioner and Teacher, and off the mat as a Clinical Program Manager in Oncology, Justin’s…
Kelsey is a professional medium, healer, and yoga and Inferno Hot Pilates teacher whose approach is rooted in integration—mind, body, breath, and spirit. She discovered yoga in her early twenties and later fell in love with Inferno Hot Pilates after a hand injury…
Kumar became an Inferno Hot Pilates (IHP) instructor in July 2018. He was so passionate about the practice that he flew to Indianapolis just to get trained! Currently, he is one of the few teachers who are trained in levels I and II in IHP. Most people who…
Lauren’s journey with BREATHE Cambridge began in February 2023 when she joined the Karma crew. Her dedication to her practice and her passion for helping others led her to deepen her knowledge by completing her IHP training in March 2025. She believes that…
Lea’s classes are where sweat meets smiles and great music takes you away! With her playlists featuring English, Arabic, French, Afrobeat, reggaeton and more, she creates an atmosphere that motivates YOU to push harder and move faster—just when you think…
Lenore moved to Cambridge a few years ago after landing a job as an immunologist at a cancer research startup. She grew up in Boulder, Colorado, and loves all things outdoors. She found BREATHE in early 2023 after trying a few different yoga studios…
For years, yoga was something Lerato practiced casually on and off — but if she’s being honest, she never really “got it.” The only part she truly looked forward to was savasana at the end of class…
Lindsay believes that movement and music can be medicine. Her teaching goals are to show you that you are always capable of more. You CAN do it!
Lucas began his career as a Tae-Kwon Do Instructor. After a major accident, including spinal injury and broken bones, his life changed significantly. In the years following, he suffered from chronic pain and depression…
In 2012, Lynn’s sister-in-law convinced her to try a Hot26 class. During their car ride to the studio, Marilyn gave her the lowdown on the proper etiquette of the yoga room. Because Lynn is a firstborn perfectionist, the litany of rules and structured format immediately…
Marcie sees fitness as a joyful practice that fuels a lifestyle of strength and personal growth. She designs classes that make people feel powerful, motivated, and connected. She’s passionate about creating workouts that are as fun as they are challenging…
A daily Ashtanga practice has shaped Maria into who she is today. She understands and appreciates the discipline required to be a student of Ashtanga Yoga. Maria extends her deepest gratitude to Sharath Jois and Randy Aromando, who have inspired her…
Nina was introduced to yoga as a 15 year old, taken to a Hot 26 class after track practice by her parents. The challenge of the hot room, combined with the rare sense of mental clarity and joy, brought Nina back to her practice again and again over the last 10+ years…
For over 20 years, Nora has been teaching yoga and dance classes to students of all ages. Nora took her first Yoga class in college as a dance major and was immediately drawn to a practice that not only helped her transform her body and mind into more connection…
O’Ine discovered Hot 26 yoga almost 20 years ago and fell in love with the challenge, the discipline and the sense of calm it brought to her life. She completed her Hot 26 teacher testing at BREATHE in 2022 and continued her journey…
Rachelle is a special educator with Boston Public Schools. Her yoga journey began in 2012 with her students through a weekly yoga group. Through this experience she started to realize the powerful effects of yoga on the body…
Ever since she was 3 years old, Regan has valued creativity in movement, as she grew up practicing all different styles of dance including ballet, jazz, hip-hop, modern, and lyrical…
Rich Ray is a KPJAYI Level II Authorized Ashtanga Teacher and the director of Ashtanga Yoga Portland Maine. In 1998 he made his first trip to Mysore, India to study with Pattabhi Jois and has made numerous trips to study with Sharath. At the same time…
Robin Ivy Payton is an E-RYT 500 & Continuing Education provider. She is a former aerial and yoga studio owner who offers yoga teacher trainings including Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Aerial & 200 Hour certification. Robin completed various trainings with…
Sara’s classes are fast-paced, form-focused, and built to make you feel stronger and more confident from the inside out. With years of weightlifting experience and a clear understanding of how the body moves, she teaches students how to build strength safely and…
Sean has been practicing yoga for 13 years, his intention is finding joy, wisdom, and meditation in the practice. During the last 5 years and 500 hours of trainings with Jared McCann, he has been very consistent in his practice, and is excited to share his eclectic style…
Sharon McGrath is a yoga teacher, Breathwork Facilitator, and Energy Healing Practitioner dedicated to helping others reconnect with their bodies, release stored tension and trauma, awaken inner vitality, and promote self-healing. Her healing journey began in 2002…
Shelley Cates is a yoga teacher, Pilates instructor, breathwork facilitator, entrepreneur, and community builder with over two decades of experience in movement, mindfulness, and personal transformation. She holds certifications in Vinyasa Yoga, Hot26/Bikram Yoga…
Tim discovered yoga in 2018 as a way to find balance and relieve stress while serving as a submarine warfare officer in the U.S. Navy. What started as a grounding practice in a high-pressure environment quickly grew into a passion for movement, mindfulness, and…
Vivek began his yoga journey in 2013 with Mysore class in Bangalore, India, 100 miles from the birthplace of Ashtanga Yoga. Consistent practice over time shaped his approach to life. Vivek believes in yoga as a lifestyle, not just exercise. He is grateful to his…
Yash loves to move. He is a 4th Duan rank practitioner of Tai Chi and Xin Yi Dao. When he’s not practicing martial arts, you can find him out on his bike by the Charles or on the Minuteman Trail, at least when the Boston weather allows it. Last year, after a yearlong…
Yaya thrives in the heat of the hot room, where the fusion of intense workouts and positive energy sets her spirit ablaze. With a passion for music, she navigates life with a soundtrack that reflects her diverse tastes, from soulful melodies to heart-pounding beats…
