| Nancy Kirkland, RYT |
Nancy began practicing yoga as a teenager in the 1970's relying on books and a popular
syndicated TV program for her early instruction. In 1987 she began taking classes in
Minneapolis and since that time, for nearly twenty years, she has trained with instructors in
the Iyengar tradition. Ramanand Patel, Roger Cole and Patricia Sullivan are highly respected
teachers with whom she studies regularly. A student at The Yoga Room from 1995, she
soon became a teacher and eventually purchased the studio in 2002. Nancy holds a 1,000
hour teaching certificate from the Southern Institute for Yoga Instructors and is registered with
Yoga Alliance at the highest level. She worked in the medical field (domestic and
international sales and marketing) for twenty years before making this a full-time profession.
As the owner of the studio, Nancy welcomes your comments or suggestions.
syndicated TV program for her early instruction. In 1987 she began taking classes in
Minneapolis and since that time, for nearly twenty years, she has trained with instructors in
the Iyengar tradition. Ramanand Patel, Roger Cole and Patricia Sullivan are highly respected
teachers with whom she studies regularly. A student at The Yoga Room from 1995, she
soon became a teacher and eventually purchased the studio in 2002. Nancy holds a 1,000
hour teaching certificate from the Southern Institute for Yoga Instructors and is registered with
Yoga Alliance at the highest level. She worked in the medical field (domestic and
international sales and marketing) for twenty years before making this a full-time profession.
As the owner of the studio, Nancy welcomes your comments or suggestions.
| Kaaren Engel, RYT |
| Kaaren began practicing yoga in 2000 with Betty Larsen at The Yoga Room. She retired from the practice of law and began her second career as a professional artist by this time. Yoga quickly became a passion for her. Since that first class, Kaaren has attended workshops with Ramanand Patel, Patricia Sullivan, Francois Roualt, Roger Cole and taken classes with a number of excellent teachers. In March 2005, Kaaren completed a 1,000-hour course in yoga teacher training offered by the Southern Institute of Yoga Instructors. Teaching is her way of passing along the wealth of information which has been shared with her by her own guides and teachers. |
Anna Carlsson, RYT
Anna Carlsson is one of the first graduates from The Yoga School and is certified and
registered with Yoga Alliance. She hails from Sweden and has traveled the world
working at Scandinavian Airlines as a Flight Attendant for 15 years. In 1999 she moved
to the US with her husband and two children. Anna has a background in gymnastics
and dance along with working out at the gym. Being a "gym-rat" for many years she
discovered yoga at a fitness club. She is endlessly fascinated with how yoga teaches
the mind and the body to work together to achieve peace, and she approaches her
teaching as a way to help students experience this wonderful connection. Anna has
regularly attended workshops with senior instructors Ramanand Patel, Patricia Sullivan
and Betty and John Charping.
registered with Yoga Alliance. She hails from Sweden and has traveled the world
working at Scandinavian Airlines as a Flight Attendant for 15 years. In 1999 she moved
to the US with her husband and two children. Anna has a background in gymnastics
and dance along with working out at the gym. Being a "gym-rat" for many years she
discovered yoga at a fitness club. She is endlessly fascinated with how yoga teaches
the mind and the body to work together to achieve peace, and she approaches her
teaching as a way to help students experience this wonderful connection. Anna has
regularly attended workshops with senior instructors Ramanand Patel, Patricia Sullivan
and Betty and John Charping.
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| Wallace Joiner, RYT |
| Originally from Memphis, TN, Wallace moved to Nashville to pursue a career in the art world. She tried yoga as a way to reconnect with her body after the birth of her first child. She quickly realized yoga would play a considerable role in her life, and she wanted to share the gift with others. She pursued teacher training through the Southern Institute of Yoga Instructors and is registered with Yoga Alliance. She is currently pursuing Iyengar certification and studies regularly with Iyengar-certified teachers in both weekly classes and workshops. In addition to the study of asana, she is deeply committed to the study of yogic philosophy. Wallace is the current President of Yoga Society of Nashville. |
Miles, RYT
Larry Miles is a 6th grade math teacher at Cameron Middle School in Nashville. He
has been an educator for six years. He enjoys helping students understand
mathematical concepts and developing the ability to solve real-world problems. This
year, Miles began a 'yoga club' at his school, where he hopes to teach students about
body awareness, physical movement, as well as relaxation techniques. Miles'
appreciation for yoga began about five years ago after borrowing a Rodney Yee tape
from a friend. After his the first home practice, Miles was immediately captivated.
Drawn in by yoga's physical demands as well as its ability to help still the mind,
Larry Miles is a 6th grade math teacher at Cameron Middle School in Nashville. He
has been an educator for six years. He enjoys helping students understand
mathematical concepts and developing the ability to solve real-world problems. This
year, Miles began a 'yoga club' at his school, where he hopes to teach students about
body awareness, physical movement, as well as relaxation techniques. Miles'
appreciation for yoga began about five years ago after borrowing a Rodney Yee tape
from a friend. After his the first home practice, Miles was immediately captivated.
Drawn in by yoga's physical demands as well as its ability to help still the mind,
Miles has continued to study yoga on his own, as well as recently completing Yoga Teacher Certification training at
The Yoga School in 2007. Miles has traveled for much of his life, living in Germany for several years as well as
Okalahoma, Georgia, and South Carolina. Having the opportunity to travel has given Miles a unique perspective on the
similarities and differences between various cultures. Miles hopes that this insight will allow him to communicate the
benefits of yoga effectively to those with whom he comes in contact.
The Yoga School in 2007. Miles has traveled for much of his life, living in Germany for several years as well as
Okalahoma, Georgia, and South Carolina. Having the opportunity to travel has given Miles a unique perspective on the
similarities and differences between various cultures. Miles hopes that this insight will allow him to communicate the
benefits of yoga effectively to those with whom he comes in contact.
| Katie Noss began her study of Yoga over five years ago shortly the birth of her twin daughters. During her first Yoga class with Karen Renner, a knowlegeable and inspiring teacher, she became hooked. At the end of that first class, lying in Savasana, she knew that she wanted to learn more. Katie is intrigued by the vast physical possibilities of this ancient art, while simultaneously appreciating the inner awareness a yoga practice fosters. She pursued her teaching certification in 2007 through The Yoga School in Nashville, where she studied with Nancy Kirkland, Zo Newell and Fran Cegelka. She has also attended workshops with noted instructor, Roger Cole, and continues to be deeply influenced by author and teacher, Judith Hanson Lasater. Katie believes taht Yoga is for everyone, and whether young or old, in shape or out, new or returning to yoga-there is a spot for your mat in her class! |
| Katie Noss, RYT |