500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher

Yoga Alliance Certified

Intention

I offer an accessible and grounded vinyasa flow, where participants feel safe, supported and inspired to be more present with themselves. These classes often lean into dynamic sequencing and balancing postures, and are refined in real-time to support the evolving needs of the group.

When teaching, I will always encourage my students to honor their unique experience by breathing and moving in a way that feels good in their bodies. Offering opportunities for expansion, modifications and reminders for gentleness is an important part of how I hold space.

After more than a decade of teaching yoga to both adults and children — across the United States, as well as in Japan and India — I feel more committed than ever to fostering collective wellness and nurturing communities of care. With each class, I aim to rejuvenate the spirit of community by setting a tone that inspires a deeper connection to self and a greater appreciation for others.

Over the years, I’ve begun referring to this style of teaching as Nourishing Vinyasa. All of my classes are guided by the flow of movement with breath, with undertones of self love and collective wellness.

For questions and inquires, please contact molly@cultivatebalance.com.

Learning

2,000-Hour Ayurvedic Practitioner Program, Alandi Ayurveda Gurukula, Boulder, CO

August 2016 — May 2018

RYT 500 Yoga Certification, Sampoorna Yoga, Goa, India

Winter/Spring 2014

RYT 200 Yoga Certification, Bodden Institute for Yoga, Palm Desert, CA     

Summer 2013

YogaFit Level 1, Nashville, TN

October 2013

MizzouRec TigerX Yoga Instructor Certification, Columbia, MO

Spring 2011

Bachelor of Arts – Women’s & Gender Studies; Minor: Leadership & Public Service; Multicultural Certificate, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

August 2010-December 2013

Teaching

Yoga Teacher & Ayurvedic Practitioner — The Summer Moon, Sacramento, CA

June 2023 - August 2024

• Led yoga, taught monthly workshops and guided the Ayurveda section of the YTT

• Please see examples of past workshops HERE

Yoga Instructor — Yoga on The Farm, Rancho Cordova, CA

Summer 2023, Summer 2024

• Taught outdoor all-levels yoga to a variety of students

Guest Teacher & Workshop Facilitator — Yoga Pearl Boulder, Boulder, CO

As needed, since 2019

• Seasonal wellness workshops, yoga classes and weekend immersions

Teacher in Residence — Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA

April 2021

• Facilitated three retreat groups over the course of one month

• Held space for more than 50 students in orienting to the space, honoring the land, intention setting, and connecting as a group

• Taught twice daily yoga and/or Ayurveda classes

Virtual Yoga Instructor — Yoga for Friends, offered via Zoom

Spring 2020 — present

• Weekly and/or monthly yoga classes (access the recordings HERE, using the code: yogafriends)

• Donation-based and community-centered

Yoga Instructor — Butterfly Pavilion, Westminster, CO

Summer 2018 — Winter 2021

• 1-3 monthly classes taught to a variety of students and levels of ability

• Created and maintained a Full Moon Yoga offering for two years

• Guided a variety of workshops featuring yoga, Ayurveda and intention setting

Volunteer Yoga Instructor — Kitten Yoga at Denver Animal Shelter, Denver CO

Summer 2017, 2018, 2019

Yoga Instructor — Earth Yoga, Boulder, CO

December 2016 — January 2020

• Integrated fundamental teachings of yoga to guide a holistic yoga practice

• Created a safe and inspiring ambiance

• Taught 1-3 weekly classes in the style of nourishing vinyasa

Kid’s Yoga Instructor — “Yoga Sprouts” kids camp

Fall 2017, Summer 2018

• 6-week yoga series for preschoolers

• Emphasizing play, while practicing embodiment, compassion, patience and respect

Yoga Instructor — Shri Studios, Longmont, CO

April 2017 — December 2017

• 1-2 weekly yoga class

• Taught in the style of Vinyasa Yoga Flow:

  • These all level classes introduce the alignment, breath and connection that are an integral part of your yoga practice. This class can be adapted to any beginner needs as well as creating heat and tapping into the flow. Either way each student is given the time and space in each posture to fully absorb the numerous benefits to both your body and mind. Connect, breathe and step into the flow.

Kids Yoga Instructor and Classroom Assistant — Willowwind School, Iowa City, IA

January-August 2016

• Facilitated playful yoga classes for preschool and elementary children

• Prepared & led a week-long spring break Yoga Camp for preschoolers

• Assisted in the Montessori preschool classroom

Yoga Instructor — Downward Dog Yoga & Fitness, Coralville, IA

January — August 2016

• Integrated fundamental teachings of yoga alignment with chakra theory, pranayama and vinyasa to guide a holistic yoga practice

• Led a variety of yoga classes and workshops

Yoga Instructor & Course Coordinator for teach training — Sampoorna Yoga, Goa, India

Winter/Spring 2015

• Taught 3-4 ninety minute power vinyasa yoga classes each week to the public

• Facilitated a smooth and supportive experience for yoga teachers in training

Yoga & English teacher — O Yoga / Indigo Language School, Okayama, Japan

July — August 2014

• Incorporated yoga as a beautiful medium of expression for teaching English to Japanese children and adults

• Effectively taught daily yoga classes to groups who spoke little to no English

Yoga Instructor & Camp Counselor — Montecito Sequoia Lodge, Kings Canyon National Park, CA

Summer 2012, 2013, 2014

• Instructed up to four yoga classes each day to a wide range of abilities

• Led yoga activities for kids groups ages 3 to 18

• Guided yoga hikes & meditation, often at sunrise

• Facilitated a rejuvenating and inspiring experience for guests from around the world

TigerX Yoga Instructor — MizzouRec, Columbia, MO

August 2011 — December 2013

• Encouraged and guided students of all levels through a vinyasa yoga practice

• Provided a positive and encouraging environment

Contact: molly@cultivatebalance.com