Cynthia started practicing yoga at the age of 19 and has not stopped since. She had dabbled in many forms of yoga before experiencing Bikram. “I am fortunate for the path my practice took me, as like a storybook, chapters of my body, mind, spine and soul began to grow.” Cynthia was certified in Bikram Yoga in 2003 and spent 3 years working for Bikram at Headquarters. True dedication and growth allowed Cynthia to unexpectedly take on the USA and World Yoga title in 2007. Upon her return to the US in 2010, her life would take on a whole new meaning: with tremendous faith, hope, love and joy she invites you to join her on her next adventure as owner of Bikram Yoga Mountain View. Read the profile >>
The 3rd Door
Fitness reshaped Daniel’s life, figuratively and literally, by providing him with health and a direction for a career. With over 20 years in the fitness arena, his passion is brighter than ever. Daniel has managed a team of professional trainers, owned his own studio, and has worked with people from the ages of 8 to 80 with an array of fitness goals. What he has come to learn is that most people end up wanting the same thing: to look good, to feel good, and to be healthy -- for the rest of their lives. And, of course, to have fun. These form the premise for Daniel’s exercise prescription. Read the profile >>
Core Studio
Hsin-Hsin began her SPX Fitness journey in 2008. As a biglaw attorney working long hours, Hsin-Hsin searched high and low for a fitness regimen that could work her out both mentally and physically. Hsin-Hsin was hooked after taking her first SPX class, not knowing that three years later she would go on to open Core Studio, the first SPX studio in Northern California! Hsin-Hsin teaches Core SPX at Core Studio, and is passionate about SPX's benefits and focuses her classes on developing core strength with flexibility as well as a mind-body awareness. Hsin-Hsin finds teaching SPX incredibly rewarding and loves to see the development brought to her students' bodies, minds and lives. Hsin-Hsin is thankful for the ability to bring health and fitness into people's lives and is ever... Read the profile >>
Katheryn Curi Mattis has always been active in sports. Growing up in New England she played basketball, field hockey, lacrosse and chased her younger brother and older sisters around. In high school she picked up rowing and took the passion for the sport through all four years of college. After college, she stumbled upon cycling and her drive, dedication, passion and love of the sport and the competition lead her California where she competed as a professional for 8 years. She raced all over the world, standing on many podiums along the way. After retiring from the sport in 2010, she diversified her athletic interests and now enjoys swimming, yoga, running, hiking with her dog, and in general, being outside. She loves sharing her passion for being active and healthy with others and has... Read the profile >>
K-Fit Studio
Kendrick is a fitness expert, nutrition counselor, and coach. He is also the official coach of the “Run Like A Diva” National Running Series as well as the coach fo the myrtle Beach Mini Marathon. “I can comfortably say that I love what I do! I'm changing lives while sharing with the world what I enjoy the most; A fit, happy life.” Kendrick hopes to motivate those Read the profile >>
Studio Rincon
After playing a wide variety of intense sports for over eight years, and after six sprained ankles, Lauren gave up the jersey, threw on her yoga pants, and rolled out her mat. Needless to say, she probably won't ever look back. Her mom brought her to her first yoga class at the age of thirteen. She has since completed over 400 hours of training and is also a certified children's yoga instructor. Lauren is also a certified personal trainer through NASM. Yoga started out as a supplement to her sporting activities but has grown to become part of her daily life. For Lauren, everyday is a joy knowing that her "work" is her passion and her "work" directly and positively impacts her students. Read the profile >>
Yoga Belly
As a kid Matt Sharpe attempted almost every sport on the planet. As an NCAA Division I athlete he tried almost every training method imaginable. After graduate school Matt found yoga nursing an injury and never looked back. Nothing matched the mental and physical aspects of yoga. A graduate of Avalon Yoga's 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Teacher's Training in Palo Alto, Matt focuses on creating a balance between strengthening and stretching to prepare for whatever life wants to throw into the mix. Matt is grateful for the opportunity to have studied with some of the Bay Area greats such as Anirudh Shastri and Kelly McGonigal. His classes reflect a mix of traditional principles and poses tied to a strong flow of movement with an easy philosophical approach. A cyclist, a runner, and a desk jockey,... Read the profile >>
William got hooked on yoga instantly when he first started his practice in 2004. He deepened his yoga experience by becoming a certified Power Yoga instructor through YogaSource Los Gatos. He has had the incredible opportunity in teaching throughout the Peninsula, including at 24 Hour Fitness, Gold's Gym, Crunch, Planet Granite, and YogaSource Palo Alto. His inspiration comes from his love of working with people, enjoyment of physical movement, and his love for really cool pop music, which he uses as his backdrop at every class. William's style focuses on ujjayi breath, core work, tons of vinaysas, and lots of laughter. His style could be described as challenging and fast-paced, core driven, and ridiculously fun. William currently teaches at Yoga Belly in Mountain View, CA which he... Read the profile >>
