Yoga at Living Yoga

“Yoga”, a term meaning integration, is a practice or “tool” that when used intelligently, promotes well-being and integration throughout your body, mind, and life.  Yoga is an art, science, and philosophy, and at Living Yoga, we enjoy bringing it all together to meet each student optimally.

Yoga Instructors in Denver

Steven Norber was first exposed to yoga as a pre-teen in the early 1970s. Steven’s study of yoga began in 1976 while attending high school in St. Louis, MO.  His teacher, Jill Feldman, created a safe and nurturing environment for high school students to explore ‘inner space,’ utilizing yoga asana and meditation as a vehicle for the inward journey.  Yoga opened (re-opened) the door to sacred movement and a path where, after studying yoga, ballet became his means for self-discovery and expression. As such, the early years of Steven’s career in dance had yoga asana placed on the back burner.
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Kelly Moore is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor (Level 3) and is Certified with IAYT (International Association of Yoga Therapists).

Kelly was introduced to Iyengar yoga in 1995, inspired during a time of life transition. The experience of yoga brought a sense of grounding, introspection, and bliss. Travels to India include studying with the Iyengar family in Pune as well as with Swati and Rajiv Chanchani … continue reading

Lisa Gallagher began exploring yoga in earnest after moving to Denver in 2006. Yoga greatly eased the stress of moving and introduced her to a community of lovely people. Lisa was fortunate to have generous and inspirational teachers who guided her to deeper practice and to teacher training with Francois Raoult in Rochester NY. The training revealed to her the expansiveness of yoga. Lisa continues to study with wonderful teachers like Steven and Kelly at Living Yoga. She has also studied with Judith Hanson Lasater and has been certified in restorative yoga. Lisa is living proof that when you take your first yoga class, “there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to.” (Quote thanks to Bilbo Baggins and JRR Tolkien)

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Eleanor Himmler began practicing yoga in the 70s in what she now calls “sloppy yoga” style. She attended her first Iyengar yoga workshop in the 80s and learned not to hyper-extend her knees — a revelation — and her knee pain went away. She was hooked. Studying at the Colorado School of Iyengar Yoga (CSIY), she became fascinated with the detailed muscular alignment instruction. Through Iyengar yoga, Eleanor not only lost knee pain, she gained arches in her feet. She’ll happily tell you the whole story… continue reading

Lauren Hess first experienced meditation at age 13 and asana at age 26. She has taught yoga since 1992 in a wide variety of settings (health clubs, yoga schools, senior centers, and a dental office) to a wide variety of people. She loves empowering people to take charge of their health. Lauren attributes her longevity as a massage therapist (30 years and counting) to her yoga practice, and has found meditation to be invaluable to her as a cranio-sacral practitioner.

Kelly Anne Paolini came to Iyengar yoga in 2011 after many years of practicing other styles of yoga. After regular attendance at a chain yoga studio led to chronic hip pain, the discovery of Iyengar yoga opened her eyes to the importance of proper alignment and technique. Following intensive study with Jeanne Ann Walter, Kelly Anne began teaching in 2013. Kelly Anne loves sharing her passion for Iyengar yoga with her students and particularly enjoys teaching beginners. When she’s not doing yoga, you will often find her hiking with her husband, dancing in a Zumba class, or cheering her children on the sports field.

Dawn Greaney Dawn teaches yoga, strength training, and Essentrics®. She has trained and practiced in Iyengar for over 20 years and is a Level 4 Essentrics® instructor. Her classes are known to be challenging and fun, rooted in the foundations of alignment and informed by her ongoing studies in biomechanics and movement. Her goal is to help increase body awareness and encourage exploration beyond perceived limitations.

Alice Rasmussen is a Certified Iyengar yoga teacher and has been teaching yoga for many years.  Alice began the practice when she bought the book “Light On Yoga” by BKS Iyengar in 1976, prior to any Iyengar classes in town.  Alice studied with the Iyengar family and continues to study with many senior Iyengar teachers. 

“Yoga has helped me and continues to help me navigate life’s journey, both physically, and emotionally.  I’d be lost without it!”

Christine Walderhaug.  My experience with yoga began in 1998, the same year I started my career as a middle school English teacher. With Rodney Yee videotapes and a foundations course at the Colorado School of Iyengar Yoga, I learned enough to feel the power of yoga to ground, support, and nurture.

My practice has evolved over the years as I continue to study with Craig Kurtz, Leslie Bradley, Kelly Moore, and Robin Thorpe. Iyengar yoga provides me with a sustainable practice to manage chronic back pain due to scoliosis.

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Sara Mahowald  Hi! I’m Sara (she/her).  When I was 13 years old I was diagnosed with moderate scoliosis. My pain was minimal in childhood, but in college, my back pain was so bad I couldn’t find a decent sleeping position. In 2015 I found an Iyengar yoga class taught by Robin Thorpe specifically for those who have scoliosis, and I never looked back. The focus on anatomy and structure is what drew me in, and my newfound yoga practice helped me manage my back pain. In 2019 I took yoga teacher training courses with Leslie Bradley and Craig Kurtz, and I continue to attend yoga teacher development classes on a monthly basis with Kelly Moore and Steven Norber.  Continue reading…

Angie Woyar has been a student of yoga since 1999 and is an Intermediate Junior 1 Iyengar yoga teacher. She has studied twice in India with the Iyengar family and regularly studies with her mentors and other senior teachers from across the globe.

Angie’s love of movement is what drives her to teach in a way that is approachable and light-hearted. Her intention is to bridge the gap between perfection in an asana and being content with where we are.

Angie sees that the practice of yoga asana should be available to all, no matter gender, race, age, or ability, and she strives to help everyone interested in deepening their understanding of yoga.

   Brad Denning‘s interest in yoga began in earnest in 2008. He initially sought a yoga practice to rehabilitate various traumas and sports injuries and became impressed with the results from the precise alignment and sequencing required in the Iyengar tradition. He greatly values the opportunities he has had to study with the Iyengars in Pune, the experienced local Colorado teachers, and those in the greater U.S. Iyengar yoga community. With the continued assistance of these teachers, he continues to delve into the benefits yoga has to offer as both an ongoing student and teacher, including the rehabilitation of the body, mind, and spirit. To honor the founders of Iyengar yoga, he prefers an interactive class that blends the pragmatic nature of yoga with a touch of humor, to help students reach their own evolving goals. He is eager to share this practice with others.

Juliet Sherwood is an accomplished yoga teacher and practitioner. In 2002 she became a certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and has since added additional yoga paths to her teaching. While she has studied extensively with the Iyengars and most senior Iyengar teachers, she also holds certificates from Yoga Alliance, Sivananda Yoga, and has trained with other renowned teachers such as François Raoult and Francisco Kaiut.

Juliet has spent time studying in various locations around the world, including France, Belgium, and India, where she has taken workshops with the late Faeq Biria, François Raoult, and Swati and Rajiv Chanchani. Just in the last few years, she’s studied Yin Yoga at YogaWorks in Pasadena and found the work similar to Francisco Kaiut’s. She developed a unique approach to yoga called Healthy Joints, which emphasizes holding poses for longer periods of time to strengthen muscles and open joints. This practice is especially suited to older students while still being challenging for all ages. It is meditative, tranquil, and exhilarating at the same time.

Juliet, an octogenarian who has undergone hip replacement surgery after a fall in January 2021, teaches by issuing verbal instructions while mostly staying seated. She loves her students and strives to bring kindness, tranquility, and love to every class. In addition to her yoga practice, Juliet holds a BA in French from the University of North Carolina and a master’s degree in journalism from CU. She has written articles for various newspapers and worked as a copy editor. Juliet is also a proud mother to two daughters, two sons, and six grandchildren, most of whom are yoga practitioners or teachers. She currently resides in an apartment with her 15-year-old orange cat.

Our Yoga Studio

We welcome students of all levels, ages, sizes, shapes, abilities, and backgrounds who come with an interest in learning. We observe that consistent committed practice brings profound positive changes to students both physically and to the internal experience.  

FAQ’s:

Do I need to bring anything? Just yourself. Our studio is equipped with mats, belts, blocks, blankets, chairs, and other useful props. If you prefer to bring your own mat you are certainly welcome to.

What should I wear? Clothing for class needs to be flexible and easy to move around in.  Leggings, shorts, and T-shirts are commonly worn. Restrooms to change in are available.  Shoes are left outside the yoga studio.

Should I eat before class? As a general rule, it is best to consume larger meals 2-4 hours prior to class, and for some, a small snack before class is beneficial.

Is the room heated? The studio thermostat is set to normal room temperature.

If I am running a few minutes late can I still attend? Yes. If you arrive to observe that the class is seated with eyes closed, simply wait outside the studio door for a few minutes until eyes are again open, and then come on in.

If I am not feeling well should I come to class? If you are ill or someone in your household (or in close proximity) has tested positive for COVID-19, you are welcome to attend virtually via Zoom.  A Zoom registration can be found on the schedule for most classes. 

Iyengar Yoga

Iyengar yoga is known for its method of practicing and teaching yoga brought forth by yogacharya, BKS Iyengar. The practice is accessible to most people through creative ways of meeting the unique needs of each individual. Alignment, attention, sequencing, and timing are all brought together to create an experience that is profound and transformative. 

Certified Teachers in the Iyengar method have undergone years of rigorous study, training, and testing.   

More information about Iyengar Yoga can be found on the IYNAUS (Iyengar Yoga National Association of the US) site https://iynaus.org/.