Kristy brings her infectious humor and love of Yoga to each of her classes. A mother of two wonderful kids, 19 and 6, Kristy decided against re-entering the “rat race” after the birth of her daughter and instead chose to spend her days teaching what she loves. Her classes are an uplifting blend incorporating movement, static postures, breathing techniques and meditation for stress reduction. Kristy also offers classes to people living with Multiple Sclerosis thru the MSF. She is currently studying to complete her 1200 hr Therapeutic Yoga certification with JJ Gormley-Etchells, (a 5-year student of TKV and Kausthub Desikachar). A certified yoga instructor registered with Yoga Alliance, Kristy opened The Barefoot Yoga Studio in hopes of offering the physical, mental and spiritual benefits of yoga to everyone who wishes to experience it.

Sarah Forrest finds her inspiration as a prenatal yoga instructor in her recent experience as a new mother. Her practice incorporates a balance of mindfulness, presence, and patience through pregnancy, and strength of body and mind in preparation for childbirth and motherhood. The depth and meaning of her practice has been enhanced by her own pre and post natal experiences. Sarah began practicing yoga in 1998 and earned her prenatal yoga certification in 2008. Sarah has a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a Master’s degree in African Studies, and is currently working on a second Master’s in psychology. Sarah embraces the powerful and unique connection between the mind and body throughout pregnancy and as a new mother. Her prenatal yoga class promotes serenity and vitality for both mommy and baby.

Tammy began on her yoga path in 1998 after being diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. A search for happiness and health in her life brought her to yoga. She began teaching in 1999 when her yoga teacher moved away and her classmates needed a teacher. This set into motion Tammy’s lifelong journey of yoga study. Inspired with the balance, contentment and awareness yoga brought to her life, sharing yoga with others is her passion. Tammy is a Certified Yoga Alliance Teacher 200 HR. Her studies include Iyengar, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa flow yoga. She is also a Reiki II practitioner. “It is my intention for each class to create a space for compassion, transformation and healing. Each class is a form of moving meditation in which we use the body and the breath to quiet our minds so that we may listen to the wisdom of our own intuition, our Inner Voice. "

Kayla started practicing yoga five years ago as a form of relief from years of gymnastics and day to day stresses at work as a Rehab Tech at the Twin Cities Hospital. Wanting to help others through holistic means she became a certified yoga instructor in 2007. Kayla is a humorous and passionate teacher with a lot of energy. She incorporates Iyengar’s style of prop usage, focus on alignment, and modifications with enough freedom for students to have an individual pace. Her background as an athlete and Rehab Tech. has given her the ability to use her personality and understanding of the human body to let students find their own strength, grace and peace in her class. We are very excited she is starting this fresh path with us as our newest instructor.

Her interests for interacting roles of body, mind, and spirit in health have drawn Diana to the commitment of helping others to achieve their fitness and wellness goals. Diana is a sports medical fitness trainer, aerobics & gymnastics teacher, to include personal training, Pilates, and several group fitness certifications. She is currently completing requirements for the Certified Holistic Fitness Practitioner program. Registered with the National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association, Diana includes sport yoga, mind-body fitness specialist, and mental skills training specialist into her practice.

Epoch Fitness joins Barefoot Yoga!!

Bonnielee Cuevas (owner Epoch Fitness) is a Health and Fitness guru and Lifestyle Expert. Breaking the mold by being a full figured fitness expert she has been able to motivate many towards reaching their goals. In today's society "Fad" diets and workouts are circulating and becoming trends. But after years in the fitness industry Bonnie has found that sticking with the basics and what has worked for years is what allows clients to be most successful. Bonnie is President/CEO Epoch Fitness, Lifestyle Expert, Fitour Certified Group X Instructor, Fitour Certified Personal Trainer, Fitour Certified Primary Nutrition Specialist, Author and Motivational Speaker.

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Epoch Fitness joins Barefoot Yoga!!