Los Angeles
Brentwood

Brent Laffoon

I’m not much of a believer in past lives, but I’m not sure how else to explain my connection to yoga. I took my first class in June of 2010, when I was 35 years old, and while I don’t remember everything we did, I remember it all feeling strangely familiar. It wasn’t just the physical practice, though; it was the journey inward. I felt like I’d rediscovered a path I’d been traveling a long time ago that I’d somehow gotten lost from. More than anything else I’d ever done or anywhere else I’d ever been, yoga felt like where I belonged – so much so that a couple weeks later, after taking two or three more classes, I decided I should become a teacher. In October of that same year I went to Bali and completed a 300-hour teacher training with Radiantly Alive, and less... Read the profile >>

Caley Yavorsky

The Hub

Caley Alyssa CHHC - Certified Holistic Health Counselor AADP - Certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners 500 RYT - 500 Hour Registered Yoga Instructor A Los Angeles- based yoga teacher & holistic health counselor (HHC), Caley received her HHC Certification through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York, her 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification through Yoga Tree in San Francisco, and her 500-hour teaching certification through Dharma Mittra Yoga in New York. Caley teaches vinyasa-based classes at Studio Surya Yoga in Venice and The Hub in Brentwood (as well as private and corporate lessons.) She also designs and leads seasonal cleanses for individuals, yoga studios and businesses. With ballet shoes on her feet at 3 years old,... Read the profile >>

Chris Plourde

Revolution Fitness

Chris Plourde is a Los Angeles based personal fitness expert with over 15 years of experience. His clients range from competitive triathletes, cyclists and runners to general fitness enthusiasts, new moms and celebrities. In addition to his private clients, he runs a uniquely challenging, small group training camp which utilizes his fun, effective and safe training style. Chris also teaches Spinning and Yoga at www.RevolutionFitness.net in Santa Monica where his passion for coaching others to reach their fitness goals and beyond is apparent in the popularity of his classes. As an advisor with www.GetFitGoPlay.com , a non-profit organization, he is involved in helping high-school students achieve an understanding of how to lead a healthy, fun and adventurous lifestyle. Chris has... Read the profile >>

Julie Diamond

Burn 60

Julie Diamond is a well-known, highly regarded Personal Fitness Trainer who is passionately committed to empowering clients to reach their maximum fitness potential. Her dynamic approach to health & fitness is FUN & EDUCATIONAL --- with TOUGH LOVE mixed in. She began her career in Washington, D.C. before landing in Los Angeles CA. With over 15 years experience behind her, Julie custom tailors each client's program in order to meet their individual fitness goals. She has trained clients of all ages (ranging from 5-93 year old) & all fitness levels (from beginners to pro athletes). She is widely recognized for her vast knowledge & skills. These attributes combined with a fin approach to exercise has led Julie to compile an impressive list of clients including... Read the profile >>

Kaleigh Walker

Corepower, Maha Yoga

Kaleigh Walker grew up in a family full of avid athletes, fitness enthusiasts and dancers, so being active has always been a huge part of her life. She began teaching dance and junior golf in her teens and continued throughout college at the University of Kansas. When Kaleigh moved to Los Angeles to join the corporate world in 2005, she lost touch with some of her favorite physical activities. Yet soon after her move, Kaleigh was introduced to yoga. She quickly realized the profound physical and mental benefits that could be achieved with a regular practice and became hooked! As she continued deepening her yoga practice, she became more confident of her true calling in life - to leave the corporate world and get back to teaching! In 2008, Kaleigh completed her 200-hour yoga... Read the profile >>

Lesley Logan

Equinox

Lesley Logan is a Power Pilates certified Pilates instructor. Born in Lodi, Ca and raised by her mother Lisa and father Mike a personal trainer and coach, physical fitness was always emphasized as an essential element in maintaining a happy and balanced life. Lesley discovered Pilates in 2001 during a mat class in Orange County at Body Arts and Science. Lesley immediately loved the discipline Pilates demanded and its focus on core strength to gain better posture, length and flexibility. After her first class, she knew that she found her passion, and began taking classes incorporating the reformer, mat, and other apparatus. Shortly thereafter, Lesley began her training to receive her certification as an instructor with Power Pilates in Beverly Hills, CA. She continues to further her... Read the profile >>