Mary B
Instructor
certifications
200 Hour YTT Certification
My Teaching Style
I strive to teach classes where students can tap into their body awareness and moving meditation. My teaching is marked by focused, alignment-based cues; given with the intention of helping people understand the mechanics of their body. I like to offer creative escalation sequences, challenging balances, moments for organic movement, and space for silence. My favorite movement feels expansive and dance-like. I hope students feel embodied and peaceful leaving class.
Experience
I began practicing yoga about 8 years ago, as a supplement to classical ballet training. Yoga was a freeing and non-judgmental environment, where I learned about my body mechanics for injury prevention. As I continued dancing through my undergraduate at UW-Madison, my yoga practice continued to grow into a more and more important part of my life. In the last 2 years, I have taken an interest in contemplative practices and the spiritual roots of yoga. I am grateful to be a member of the Dfly community. Thank you for sharing your practice with me!
Favorite Pose
Trikonasana/Triangle: I enjoy the process of getting my hips and shoulders in one flat plane in this pose. Triangle is great combination of stretch across the inner thigh, strength in the obliques, opening across the chest, and energy through the arms to the fingertips.
Favorite Quote
“It is possible to live twenty-four hours a day in a state of love. Every movement, every glance, every thought, and every word can be infused with love.”
—Thich Nhat Hanh
Why I Love Dragonfly
Dragonfly is a place where anyone and everyone can practice yoga! I appreciate that there is no one set method at Dragonfly—students and staff of all backgrounds can find a place here. I love the small, close community feel with all the benefits of a well-established, high-quality studio.
Little Known Fact About Me
I play the cello, and my interest in music always inspires me to move and create in new ways!
Mary B's Class Schedule
