mariska swartz
I have been practicing yoga for 20 years & teaching yoga for 10 years.
I grew up in South Africa where I was a competitive junior tennis player. I moved to the U.S. to accept a scholarship to play & study at Montana State University. I stayed in America to start a tennis coaching career & a few years later I was introduced to yoga & was hooked immediately. I coached tennis while practicing yoga for 10 years & then was ready to apply my leadership skills to yoga.
In New Zealand I have had the fortunate experience of being a head teacher at the studios I have taught at. Over multiple training experiences in the U.S., New Zealand, & Australia I have learned from world renown teachers (Baron Baptiste, Sarah Powers, & Rod Stryker). Important key lessons I have learned are; to be my authentic self, to really “see” my students, & how to become more still & appreciate the depth & importance of Yin Yoga & meditation (mindfulness). Stillness is a great teacher as it gets us in touch with our authentic self & our inner wisdom.
My approach to leading classes is grounded & flexible that always considers the students needs & where they are at physically & mentally. I focus on leading students through connection, compassion, & simple yet profound yoga experiences.
My passion for yoga lies in helping & improving the lives of others as well as guiding my life of continuing study & self-evolution.
Please join me for the pleasure & benefits of yoga in an inspiring & relaxing environment.
Mariska

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