About Me
Yoga with Sandra
I’m Sandra, a RYT-500 yoga guide and social justice advocate in South Florida. I believe an at-home practice whether with private classes or with on-demand videos can be just as powerful as showing up at a studio.
My yoga journey began in 2018 when I took my first vinyasa class. During the class, I was quickly drawn to yoga’s ability to cultivate inner calm and balance through movement, breath, and mindfulness. Inspired, I completed my 200-hour training that same year and subsequently began teaching yoga classes across DC.
When the pandemic hit in 2020, I became an online yoga teacher, where Zoom became my yoga room. Straightaway, Yoga with Sandra was born to create community during isolation and uncertainty. Undeniably, at that time I needed to feel connected not only to my practice but to my community.
I deepened my studies in 2023 by completing a 300-hour training at Ignite Yoga and Wellness, where I learned more about honoring yoga’s roots and history. This advanced training allowed me to become an RYT-500 yoga teacher.
While I love teaching yoga in the energetic community of a studio, I’ve also found a lot of joy in teaching privately and online. Teaching private classes has allowed me to reach more students and create an inclusive yoga space that can be accessed wherever you are. We start each practice with a centering intention and check-in, so we can be present together. I provide clear verbal cues and demonstrate each movement, so you can feel confident flowing through the sequences. I hope to see you in my online or in-person classes soon! Let’s grow our practice together!
My Approach
Why Yoga with Sandra?
I believe yoga is more than physical exercise – it’s a path of self-discovery to cultivate a deeper connection to ourselves and the world. As a teacher, my mission is to create a safe, inclusive space to explore mind, body, and spirit through our practice.
As a yoga teacher, I take an intentional approach to sequencing creative, dynamic classes suitable for all levels. I aim to help you warm up, open up, and strengthen your body while connecting with breath and inner self. With intention and an energizing playlist, I enhance your experience and guide you through a transformative journey of growth.
→ Every body is a yoga body.
Yoga is for every body, regardless of shape, size, or ability. I provide pose variations and props so everyone can find what works for them. My focus is helping students cultivate a mind-body connection and find ease.
→ I am here to guide your flow, but you know your body best.
You know yourself best, that’s why I encourage you to listen to yourself and make adjustments as needed. You are the expert on your body and mind. I provide structure with cues, starting with breath to help you feel confident.
→ Yoga is a practice, so let go of any expectations and go with the flow.
Practicing yoga is not about “perfection” or “mastering” poses. It’s showing up with an open mind and willingness to learn within your body. Yoga has a rich history in social justice and activism we honor by cultivating awareness and compassion. By embracing where you are, you can deepen your practice and honor what brought you to yoga.
→ Props are your friends, pose hierarchy is not.
During class, I emphasize props as support, not weakness. Props help deepen and add comfort. I reject pose hierarchy that suggests some poses are more important. Instead, I encourage exploring what feels authentic without judgment or comparison. Hierarchy limits practice.
As a yoga teacher, I hold deep respect for the Indian and African roots of the ancient practice of yoga. I am humbled by the wisdom of the yoga teachers who have guided me on my path, imparting their knowledge of the practice’s rich history and how it intersects with the struggle for social justice.
I believe that yoga is more than just a physical practice; it is a powerful tool for self-study and personal growth. As a teacher, I am committed to honoring the traditions and origins of yoga while also making it accessible and inclusive for all. I recognize that there is always more to learn and am dedicated to ongoing self-study and growth as a practitioner and teacher.
I am proud to be part of a community of yoga teachers who share my passion for social justice and who are committed to using our practice as a means to promote equity and liberation. I am grateful for the opportunity to share this practice with others and to create a space where all students can feel seen, heard, and valued.
