Abbey Brewer, RYT (200), NCTMB, CPI, CNMT, CR, CPP has been a certified yoga instructor since 1998. She is an experienced dance instructor, and has formed the performance group, "Anjali", integrating the art of dance with yoga. Her knowledge in musculoskeletal anatomy and human kinetics is prevalent in all of her classes. She teaches anatomy and physiology,  is an accredited neuromuscular therapy and rehabilitation educator, and maintains a full Pilates apparatus training practice. Her yoga classes combine all of her knowledge with classical yoga techniques including: pranayama, vinyasa, meditation, inversion, balance, and most of all her immense love of yoga! All levels -Intermediate/Advanced.

Abbey is a certified prenatal yoga instructor.  She has experience as a doula, is a certified prenatal massage therapist, and is the co-creator of "Womb Wellness", a comprehensive prenatal massage certification program. She practiced prenatal yoga throughout her  own pregnancy and knows first hand how yoga helps achieve a healthy pregnancy. Her prenatal yoga class incorporates relaxation, hip openers, strengthening, and pranayama with an emphasis on safety. Email Abbey at embraceyoga@msn.com.

Wanda DeVaughn, LCSW, E-RYT (200), RYT (500) is certified in Integrative Yoga Therapy, and has completed her 500 hour certification in India through the Himalayan Institute. Classes begin and end with meditation, and include instruction on yogic breathing and asanas. Her classes are generally a flow of postures, which will sometimes be held for several breaths in order to explore the nuances of the pose. She emphasizes listening to your own body, and staying aware of what is right for you in each moment. Her classes are gentle, but you will increase strength, tone, flexibility, and focus. You will reduce the effects of stress, and deepen your connection with inner wisdom and serenity. Beginning and continuing students are welcome.

Becky "Jyoti" Huff, RYT (200), a graduate of Peachtree Yoga Center, is currently working toward her 500-hour Yoga Alliance Advanced Studies Teacher Training Certification through Asheville Yoga Center in Asheville, NC. She is thrilled to be sharing the healing, transformative effects of yoga at Marietta Yoga.  Classes are taught in a flowing Vinyasa style, interlinking poses through a series of movements along with held postures to build strength and balance.  Becky's classes focus on a three pronged approach to healing the mind, body, and spirit through a combination of asana, pranayama and meditation, with an emphasis on instruction and attention to detail. All Levels - intermediate. Email Becky at beckyyoga@gmail.com.

Vicki Knight, M. S. Ed., E-RYT (200), is a former educator and counselor. Through yoga Vicki found relief of pain from scoliosis and arthritis, and even the emotional pain of divorce. Wanting to share this miracle with others, she earned her 200 hour teacher training through Peachtree Yoga Center in 2003. She attends workshops with some of the great Masters including Baron Baptiste, Shiva Rea, Sean Corne, Richard Freeman, Roger Cole, Tias Little, Doug Keller, Ana Forrest, John Friend, and recently visited the Satchidananda Ashram in Virginia to learn about Integral Yoga and ashram living. Vicki teaches Vinyasa Flow yoga in which each movement is synchronized with the breath and each pose flows freely into the next. She combines the principles of Iyengar (alignment), Anusara (flowing with grace), and Ashtanga (dynamic) to build strength, flexibility, stamina, and balance. Vicki’s classes are fun and you will also gain a better understanding of your body. She teaches all levels from beginners to intermediate and advanced. Email Vicki at vsknightnga@aol.com.

Linda Spencer, RYT has practiced yoga at Marietta Center for Yoga and Well-being since 1999. In 2004 she completed a 200 hour yoga teacher training at Tallapoosa Center for Inner Arts and is registered with Yoga Alliance. Since 2004, Linda has taught yoga classes in several venues and is grateful for all she has learned. Linda's passion is attending classes and workshops because the joy of learning never ends. She offers a gentle yoga class that is designed for all levels. The slower paced practice increases body awareness by breathing, focusing, and relaxing into the sensations of holding a pose.

Lynn Louise Wonders, LPC, RYT, is a licensed professional counselor, a registered yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance (200 hr.) and is an experienced teacher of meditation, tai chi and chi kung. Lynn combines her traditional training in psychology with 17 years of training and experience with the gentle arts to provide 8 week classes on Sunday evenings at Marietta Center for Yoga & Wellbeing. Lynn has trained with many masters and teachers from all over the world and has developed a unique ability to help people in traditional society create and cultivate their own personal meditation practice that blends nicely with their lifestyle regardless of spiritual and/or religious orientation. She offers the following courses available by advance registration:

Mindfulness Meditation:

• Becoming the Gentle Observer - For those wishing to begin a meditation practice and/or learn the art of mindfulness.

Meditation:

• The Deep Well Within - For those who wish to go deeper into their meditation practice to learn more about themselves and the flow of life force within them.
• Tai Chi and Chi Kung Basics - An opportunity for people to learn a very accessible and basic flow of movements and breath exercises that brings both rejuvenation and relaxation at the same time.

If you wish to register for one of these courses, please contact Lynn Louise Wonders directly for further information. lynnlouisewonders@comcast.net or 404-455-5805.

• Beginners are welcome in all of the following classes: Beginning, Beginning to Continuing, and All Levels .
• All of the above classes will accommodate the students who are in attendance on the day of the class.
• Beginning to Continuing includes instruction for beginners and poses beyond beginning level poses.
• All levels tends to be more strenuous to accommodate those who are capable and ready for more advanced poses.
• Intermediate to Advanced classes are for those who know the poses and are physically ready to move from pose to pose without any assistance, and/or know the correct modifications for themselves.