NAMASTE
PROFILE - RYT 200
Mary has been a devoted yoga student for over two decades. She began her studies of Hatha yoga at Integral Institute in New York City, initially to find relief from a sports injury. She soon discovered the benefits of yoga to be above and beyond the physical. Mary has since studied with renowned teachers, including Seane Corn and Shiva Rea, at numerous studios, in the many different styles of yoga. It was while practicing prenatal yoga, twelve years ago, that Mary became inspired to teach. She finally took the plunge when Daniele Jarman began offering Vinyasa teacher training at Exhale Yoga (now Ignite Yoga Center) in 2009. She is eternally grateful to her mentors and fellow students for providing such a supportive environment in which to fulfill her training.
A fine artist and graphic design professional for over 20 years, Mary brings a sense of creativity to her practice and encourages her students to do the same. Mary is continually inspired by her fellow teachers, the local - and global - yoga community, and perhaps her greatest teacher of all, her daughter. Mary finds daily inspiration for her practice in motherhood, making art and sharing the healing aspects of yoga with her students.
Specializing in kids yoga - from baby and me to teens - Mary has spent over 1000 hours in the field teaching at schools and studios throughout New Jersey. She also offers family, gentle and prenatal yoga - as well as corporate, group and private Vinyasa classes for all levels and ages.
In 2015, Mary launched her yoga-inspired women's and children’s clothing brand Lotus & Bug, bringing her passion for yoga and design together.
BACKGROUND
TRAINING
200 Hour Vinyasa Teacher Training
Exhale Yoga Studio, Livingston, NJ
RYT 200 Through Yoga Alliance, completed August 2010
EXPERIENCE
Beginner and Gentle Yoga Instructor
Private Clients
September 2010 - Present
Children's Yoga Instructor, Ages 5-12
La La Land Yoga, Nutley, NJ
May 2019 -
Children's Yoga Instructor, Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Charles H. Bullock School, Montclair, NJ
September 2017 - 2020
Staff Yoga Instructor
Montclair Cooperative School, Montclair, NJ
September 2015 - 2020
Children's Yoga Instructor, Early Ages - 8th Grade
Montclair Cooperative School, Montclair, NJ
January 2013 - 2020
Children's Yoga Instructor, Ages 6 and Up
Ignite Yoga Center, Livingston, NJ
September 2010 - June 2019
Vinyasa and Prenatal Yoga Instructor
Powerflow Yoga, Bloomfield, NJ 07013
February 2019 - June 2019
Children's Yoga Instructor
St. James Preschool, Montclair, NJ
September 2017 - June 2018
Baby and Me Yoga Instructor
Powerflow Yoga Kids, Bloomfield, NJ
September 2017 - May 2018
Tween Girls Yoga Instructor
Franklin Elementary School, Bloomfield, NJ
September 2017 - November 2017
Gentle Yoga Instructor
Core Yoga, Florham Park, NJ
May 2013 - June 2016
Beginner Level Yoga Instructor
Ignite Yoga Studio, Livingston, NJ
March 2013 - November 2015
Prenatal Yoga Instructor
Ignite Yoga Studio, Livingston, NJ
August 2012 - November 2015
Children's Yoga Instructor, Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
Edgemont Montessori School, Montclair, NJ
January 2013 - June 2015
Children's Yoga Instructor, Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Burnet Hill Elementary School, Livingston, NJ
January 2014 - March 2014
Children's Yoga Instructor, Ages 4 and Up
Younique Yoga, Cedar Grove, NJ
November 2012 - August 2013
Creative Movement and Yoga Instructor, Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Bradford School, Montclair, NJ
January - June 2013
Kindergarten Yoga Instructor
Lacordaire Academy, Montclair, NJ
September 2012 - May 2013
Children's and Family Yoga Instructor
Exhale Yoga, Livingston, NJ
October 2010 - June 2012
Preschool Yoga Instructor
Union Congregational Preschool, Montclair, NJ
September 2011 - May 2012
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Karma Yoga Instructor
Pregnant and Parenting
Parent Linking Program for Teen Parents, Passaic High School, Passaic, NJ
September 2017 - April 2019
Girls Yoga Instructor, Kindergarten - 3rd Grade
Girl Scouts of New Jersey, Montclair, NJ
September 2013 - February 2018
Children's Yoga Instructor - Afternoon Workshop -Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Riker Hill Elementary School, Livingston, NJ
March 2019