Teacher Details

CHRISTINE CAIOLA
TEACHING CREDENTIALS

Christine Marie Caiola is a native of Birmingham Alabama, with a strong foundation in dance and gymnastics. After graduating with a BA in Psychology in 2000, Christine returned to Birmingham and began studying Ashtanga Yoga under Akasha Ellis, who received his training in Bangalore, India. In March of 2002, Christine received her Yoga certification from David Swenson, a renowned American teacher and one of the first Westerners to learn the Ashtanga system under Master Sri K. Pattabhi Jois.

Since her certification, Christine spent five years teaching Ashtanga yoga in the Birmingham area. During that time, she developed her practice under many noteworthy Yoga masters, including Shiva Rea, Doug Swenson, Bryan Kest, David Life, and Sharon Gannon. In 2008-2009, Christine lived and taught in England, where she not only received a teacher training in Shiva Rea’s Vinyasa Flow technique, but also practiced the Jivamukti method at Jivamukti London on a regular basis.

Christine incorporates these various styles into a modified Ashtanga practice, drawing from her experience in other methods, while retaining core Ashtanga princples. Ashtanga combines a specialized sequence of postures with focused, rhythmic breathing. When combined, the postures create a continuous flow of energy that heats and invigorates the physical body. Consistent practice of these postures develops a meditative awareness of the mind/body connection, in which a lighter, stronger physical body gives way to a clearer and more peaceful mind. Christine’s ultimate goal is to help others explore this intensely physical practice and lead healthier, happier, and holier lives.
 

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