Andrew has been a yoga junkie since the day he first stepped foot on the mat. His love affair with arm balances began the first time he put his hands on the floor and became acquainted with Crow Pose. He has been splitting his time between standing on his feet and standing on his hands ever since. His path to teaching was an inevitable journey as his love affair with the practice continued. Andrew finds the greatest joy in watching his students discover their own amazing radiance through the offerings of the yoga practice. Andrew considers himself to be a very lucky tour guide on the yoga journey, and considers it an honor to have the privilege to teach. My teacher training, and the shared knowledge of some amazing teachers for whom I am eternally grateful, helped facilitate my... Read the profile >>
Alumni-Ambassador Cilla Stoll "Yoga has changed my life. Several years ago I tried my first yoga class and was hooked. After years of beating myself up to try to stay fit I found the practice challenging but therapeutic at the same time. When you let go of ego and practice with focus on breath, the meditative quality of yoga is rejuvenating and what I call the fountain of youth. I’ve done several teacher trainings, became 200 hour certified teacher with Yoga Alliance but continued my education with Baron Baptiste. The element of alignment with spiritual focus was what makes the practice speak to me. I became a Baptiste Certified Instructor and am always a student of yoga continuing my training in many different styles. I’m honored and humbled to share my love of yoga in my studio... Read the profile >>
With an intention to help others, I spent many years working as an attorney, teacher, community activist and fundraiser before I became a yoga instructor. My own yoga practice, inspiring teachers and dear friends revealed to me my calling to teach peace through yoga. My goal is to create a safe place where students can practice yoga together and let go of all judgment and distractions and open up to clarity, pure love and potential. In a soulful vinyasa flow style, I emphasize the fundamentals of alignment while leading a strong, steady-paced “moving meditation” accessible to all levels. I am a certified yoga teacher through the Yoga Alliance and have trained with accomplished teachers in a variety of different styles. I am a dedicated student and practitioner of vinyasa flow,... Read the profile >>
Forever Om, Lake Forest Health and Fitness Center, 2Hot
Alumni Ambassador "I have always been one to push myself physically. I was a ballerina and gymnast for 13 years when I was younger, then later in life took up fencing, karate, and belly dancing. I was also a bit of a gym-rat, pumping iron and running my heart out on the treadmill. Sound familiar to some? Well, back in 2000, my husband, Don, who was taking yoga classes at our local health club, urged me to try out yoga thinking that it would be a great balance to my workouts. Right away I was hooked. But my competitive nature took over, wanting to perfect every pose and look good doing it. I practiced yoga in that manner for many years. Then in 2006, as a contestant on CBS' Survivor: Cook Islands, my life and my yoga shifted dramatically. Survivor is a physically and mentally draining... Read the profile >>
As a child, teen, and young adult Pete participated in almost any sport you can imagine. However he followed his passion and played collegiate baseball at Stetson University, and ultimately for the Milwaukee Brewers minor league. Pete was also a participant in the 2004 Olympic Games held in Athens, Greece. "Looking back on what I was always told was the "right" way to train, I can only say one thing… What was I thinking? If I had only come across CrossFit 10-15 years earlier… Who knows?" Since 2005 Pete has been personal training and involved in different areas of the fitness industry. He maintains “Routine is the enemy.” CrossFit Carbon is an opportunity for him to share his knowledge, experience and passion for fitness with others. Ivy is a former cross-country runner,... Read the profile >>
Flywheel Sports
Tracy brings her energy and passion for riding to Flywheel Highland Park. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Tracy has always led an active lifestyle. Whether biking the trails around Chicago, competing in races, or hiking the mountains of Arizona, she always pushes herself to the limits. Tracy’s love affair with indoor cycling started back in college when she was looking for ways to build her endurance for the upcoming race season. She has not missed a pedal stroke since! Tracy aims to deliver a ride that makes you push yourself to new heights. Tracy’s passion for music translates into an exhilarating choreography for all her rides. Every class features a mix of alternative, pop, electronica, dance and hip-hop. Tracy’s rides are rhythmic, her transitions are fluid and... Read the profile >>
