Kimberly
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The first time I walked into a yoga studio was 24 years ago, and I had no idea what to expect or even really knew what yoga was. I was both curious and nervous, but I just had a feeling that the experience would be profound. I learned about this yoga studio, the first of its kind in our little rural town, from a woman who was in one of the group exercise classes with me at the local YMCA. She was a few years older than me and had boundless energy, positivity, and a glow that encircled her. During spin class one day, she announced that her yoga studio was opening soon and invited me to check it out. Well, if yoga was contributing to her endless energy, it certainly couldn't hurt to give it a try.
I walked through the door of Betsy's yoga studio and, after my very first class, I knew I had found what I'd been seeking: a practice and path to self-discovery and transformation. Not only did Betsy become a dear friend, but also one of my respected mentors on my journey of yogic study and then through yoga teacher training. The Himalayan Institute is my yoga home. My continuing study of yoga philosophy and yoga science is guided by teachers from a long line of a living tradition. I earned both my 200 hour and 500 hour yoga teacher training credentials at Himalayan Institute of Buffalo, a campus that is closer to where I live. With my foundation formed by a beautiful living tradition, and training in the science and anatomical knowledge, I welcome the privilege to teach, share, explore, and honor this pathway with others. |
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I live in rural southwestern New York State in an area that is the northern boundary of Appalachia. Where I live complements the many dimensions that define me. I love food and am lucky to live in a region that abounds with farms of all sizes that provide healthy, nutritious food for our local food system. My "day job" is a regional food system planner: how many people can say that their job is the most perfect extension of their interests? I sure can!
My wife and I grow seasonal food in our backyard farm and delight in trying new veggies and recipes that showcase the seasonal bounties. We are surrounded by the beauty of the rolling hills of the Eastern upland forests of northern Appalachia and love to immerse ourselves on wooded forest hiking trails (lots of uphill walking!). When we are blessed with the beauty of winter, we strap on snowshoes, cross-country skis, or warm winter boots and explore the trails on the cushion of snow.
My wife and I grow seasonal food in our backyard farm and delight in trying new veggies and recipes that showcase the seasonal bounties. We are surrounded by the beauty of the rolling hills of the Eastern upland forests of northern Appalachia and love to immerse ourselves on wooded forest hiking trails (lots of uphill walking!). When we are blessed with the beauty of winter, we strap on snowshoes, cross-country skis, or warm winter boots and explore the trails on the cushion of snow.
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