Yoga For Life, Not Just the Mat
Teacher of spiritual knowledge based on the yogic tradition
Yoga For Life, Not Just the Mat
Teacher of spiritual knowledge based on the yogic tradition
Shanna SmalL Yoga
Yoga As a Spiritual Journey
Yoga is more than movement—it is a pathway home to yourself. Rooted in ancient tradition, my teaching honors yoga as a spiritual journey that extends beyond the mat and into the depths of the heart. While asana is a tool, the authentic practice is about inner transformation—awakening wisdom, resilience, and a connection to something greater than ourselves.
I guide students through breath, stillness, and self-inquiry, weaving in philosophy, tradition, and accessibility so that yoga is not just practiced but lived. In a world that moves fast, I offer space to slow down, to listen, and to remember.
This is yoga as it was meant to be—not a performance, but a return.
Yoga is more than movement—it is a pathway home to yourself. Rooted in ancient tradition, my teaching honors yoga as a spiritual journey that extends beyond the mat and into the depths of the heart. While asana is a tool, the true practice is about inner transformation—awakening wisdom, resilience, and a connection to something greater than ourselves.
Pillars
Community
Yoga is not meant to be practiced in isolation—it thrives in connection. Community is the heart of this journey, a space where we hold each other up, learn from one another, and grow together. In my teaching, I cultivate spaces where all are seen, valued, and supported, honoring yoga’s roots as a practice of unity. When we heal in community, we remember that we were never meant to do this alone.
Knowlede From the Source
The yoga I teach is not based on trends or personal invention—it is grounded in the rich wisdom of spiritual texts that have guided seekers for centuries. The Yoga Sutras, Bhagavad Gita, Devi Mahatmyam, and other sacred teachings form the foundation of my approach, ensuring that every practice, every lesson is rooted in tradition. These texts are not relics of the past but living wisdom, offering timeless guidance for modern life. By honoring these sources, I uphold the integrity of yoga and share it in a way that respects its depth, history, and purpose.
Accessible
True yoga meets you where you are, honoring your unique body, experiences, and needs. I am committed to making yoga accessible by offering variations, props, and an approach that centers inclusivity over aesthetics. Rooted in tradition and guided by compassion, my teaching ensures that yoga is not a privilege but a practice available to all. Because when yoga is truly accessible, its wisdom reaches everyone, just as it was always meant to.
Trauma Informed
Yoga is a powerful tool for healing, but only when offered with care, choice, and understanding. My trauma-informed approach creates a supportive space where students can reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and move at their own pace. There is no pressure to perform—only an invitation to explore, breathe, and be. Rooted in compassion and tradition, this practice honors each person’s journey, recognizing that healing is not a destination but a process of coming home to oneself.
