Tina

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random questions

for tina

your first contact with yoga:

I was first introduced to yoga while living abroad in Finland. I practiced Ashtanga with Petri Räisänen, in Sanskrit & Finnish.

biggest passion/interest other than yoga:

Book Arts (the book as an art form)

dream destination:

Tibet

3 things you couldn’t live without:

Love (giving & receiving)

Laughter

Sunshine

favorite spot in Chicago:

It’s a toss-up: my bed; outside in the summer (a green space or the beach); botanical gardens/conservatory

early bird or night owl :

Night Owl

classical or hip hop:

Hip Hop (I love to dance!)

My yoga journey began 13 years ago while living abroad and searching for alternative methods for coping with life-long chronic asthma and related symptoms. After dedicating myself to a regular practice and combining it with zazen meditation, Tibetan medicine, acupuncture, and various types of massage therapy, I eventually found my way to a more balanced and healthful way of life.

I have practiced and taught a variety of styles of yoga including Astanga, Hatha, Bikram, Anusara, Vinyasa, and Iyengar. The intensity of each class I teach depends on the group’s dynamic and individual requests, and include students from beginner to advanced level in the same practice.

It has been an exciting and educational path and I have been blessed to meet many truly wonderful people from all over the world.

I am grateful for my continued opportunities and personal growth, and hope to share my experience and knowledge with my students to help them find comfort and strength as they heal and grow.

Tina

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