ABOUT KIERSTEN

After a series of Snowboarding-related injuries combined with less-than-intelligent training left Kiersten unable to walk, stand, or even sit, she began studying Yoga, Pilates, and the subtle nuances of body mechanics which support healthy and sustainable athletic modalities. After years of rehabilitation involving Yoga and Pilates, she recovered from a broken back and a blown-out disc, restoring her strength and functionality and avoiding major surgery in the process. Experiencing the relief from pain and the unparalleled mental focus Yoga and Pilates facilitate, Kiersten seeks to share — in a playful, curious manner — what she has learned from these practices. She aims to bring precise body awareness to her classes: what muscles are working and why; how can one strengthen and stabilize; where can one safely let go; when can one do more core (always).

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

Kiersten is a certified 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (300HR with Dylan Werner of One Movement Yoga; 300HR with Briohny Smyth and Dice Iida-Klein of Bryce Yoga; 200HR with Linda McGrath of YogaSource Los Gatos), and a Certified Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. In addition, Kiersten is certified in Anatomy Trains Modules I and II (with a focus on myofascial anatomy and functional movement); completed a week-long immersion course in Anatomy Trains with Tom Myers and Karin Gurtner; is a certified Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist [FRCms] with Hunter Cook; and has trained in Hot Pilates with Gabriella Walters. Kiersten attends multiple workshops each year to deepen her Yoga studies.

 OUTSIDE THE STUDIO 

Kiersten holds a PhD (2014) from Stanford University.