ABOUT LESLIE

Leslie is originally from New York and grew up with a tremendous passion for Athletics and Dance and she has always incorporated them into her life. After relocating to Florida in 1991 she had a career change from the Advertising Industry to Fitness on a full time basis. As co- owner of one of S. Florida's most successful Fitness Centers, Michael's Body Scenes, for 12 years, she has stayed on the cutting edge of the industry where she discovered Yoga. It was life changing for her and again her focus moved her to a full time interest in studying, practicing and eventually teaching Yoga. Her Yoga Journey began in 1995 and has been a wonderful experience for which she is very grateful. She is no longer owner of the gym and is teaching full time both at Michael's and privately. Although the Yoga fills her life with much joy and pleasure, her husband Andy and their two children make her life complete. "The Yoga really helps to balance it all."

Leslie has intuitively followed her heart along this journey and always brings her intuition to her classes. She loves the intensity and the sensitivity of the practice. Having studied anatomy and kinesiology, her focus on alignment is not just about safety but is also a form of Dharana (concentration, the 6th limb). Her style is intelligent and organic. She looks to inspire students to take their experience off the mat and into their everyday lives. The Physical Practice is the foundation of her classes but the spiritual, mental and emotional aspects of her teaching are what enrich the experiences of her students.

Leslie is certified with Yoga Alliance ERYT 500 (experienced registered yoga teacher). She is mostly self taught but attributes much of her style to her teachers, Rodney Yee, Seane Corn, Bryan Kest, Paul Grilley and John Friend. Leslie also had the privilege back in 2002 of studying with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois while he was here in the states. She has studied under many other nationally recognized teachers. Since 1995 she has attended many conferences and teacher trainings throughout the country. Her classes combine a variety of styles including Vinyasa Flow and Yin Style Yoga and appeal to all level students. She also teaches free clinics monthly to introduce new students to yoga or to help her more advanced students further their practice. Each month they take on a different theme. The clinics are open to everyone and it’s her way of giving something back to community that has supported her throughout this journey. Leslie has contributed to helping develop a sense of yoga community in South Florida, encouraging networking and social activities for her students. She is often referred to as a teachers teacher and has enjoyed encouraging others to pursue their path as yoga teachers.

Leslie has also developed in a new direction with her teaching. She has a diverse group of Private clients. She has enjoyed sharing her knowledge and experience with students that have specific needs. Adapting the practice for individuals that have all types of injuries, Parkinson’s Disease and those that are being treated for Fertility Issues have become her specialty. She has seen remarkable results in easing the stress and balancing the emotions associated with fertility treatment by applying her knowledge of the chakras and a softer practice. Teaching one on one has been very rewarding and challenging.

Her most recent adventure on this Journey is traveling with groups of students and fellow teachers on retreats. Planning and facilitating these trips gives her and her students an experience unlike practicing regularly at a studio. These retreats are not only about yoga but about breaking through fears, letting go, changing your environment and being free. She has been to Costa Rica and is taking a group to Mexico (Isla Mujeres) November 6-11. The next one will be in 2010 to Greece or Italy, check back for details and consider joining her for the next adventure. See Adventures page for more details

Leslie also teaches workshops regularly on the Chakras, Hands on Adjusting to enhance your practice, Yin Yoga and Saraswati, "Goddess Flow". She is available for group instruction, semi private or private sessions and individual consultations. Click here to see Sun Sentinel article and video.

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