Gerry McDonald, RYT found her first Iyengar teacher, Joan White, in 1982 and knew immediately that this was the system she’d been looking for. She has been instrumental in creating an enthusiastic yoga community in the Capital district. Gerry’s greatest satisfaction in teaching comes in cultivating her student’s awareness of the inner actions within the stillness of each pose and observing the evolution of their experience of this wonderful art and science. She is grateful to yoga for the deep personal pleasure she derives from her practice and for the wonderful community it has placed her in.
Marge McGreevy, RYT LMT has been teaching yoga since 1996. She also brings with her knowledge and experience gained from 30 years of practicing Shiatsu and Massage Therapy. She began teaching yoga when she realized how much it would benefit her clients. Her deep interest and knowledge of the energy system of our bodies gives her a unique awareness of the profound affect yoga has on the health of our bodies. She has a deep respect for the power of yoga to enhance our core strength and loves the Iyengar method because of its precise attention to the proper alignment of the body
Laura Garrison, RYT has practiced various styles of yoga since 1976, and the Iyengar style yoga since 2001. She considers yoga to be a central practice for healthful living, embracing its philosophical and spiritual foundation..
Eileen Daugherty is a Certified Iyengar Yoga teacher at the Introductory I-II Level. She has studied and practiced yoga since 2008 and finds the practice of Iyengar yoga to be life changing. She particularly loves the focus on alignment and detail. Her recent certification in Shiatsu has deepened her understanding of the body’s energy system and appreciation of practice.
Melanie Gloeckner, RYT has studied yoga since 1998 at the American Meditation Institute and The Yoga Loft. Her classes focus on bringing the benefits of Iyengar style yoga to daily life
Jessica Becker is Certified at the Senior Intermediate I level. She has taught Iyengar Yoga in the Hudson Valley for 22 years and currently owns Clear Yoga in Rhinebeck, NY. Jessica works with methodical detail, building awareness and understanding. She teaches with dynamic energy, humor, humility, and a deep love and respect for the teachings of BKS Iyengar.
Brian Hogencamp is a dedicated yoga practitioner and Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher – CIYT Level 3 (Intermediate Senior I, 2016). He has devoted his life to sharing the art, science, and philosophy of yoga according to the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar and family. The depth of his knowledge and incredible ability and willingness to help us move forward on our yoga journey make his workshops rewarding to all who attend. More at www.iybrian.com.
Paul Menard has been a passionate practitioner of yoga since 2002. His background in the performing arts adds a special elegance and grace to his teaching of yoga. He has a MA in Adult Education and studies regularly with Iyengar teachers in NYC.
