Brandy is the driving force behind Heart & Soul Yoga and The Local Wellness Foundation, dedicated to fostering a thriving community through yoga. As a passionate advocate for mental and emotional health, she empowers individuals through her impactful "Work-IN Workshop," equipping thousands with tools to manage stress and promote personal growth.
Brandy makes yoga accessible to all, reaching veterans, children, seniors, LGBTQ groups, individuals with special needs, and families affected by suicide and cancer. Her expertise has earned recognition from organizations like the Los Angeles Mental Health Department and CalMHSA. With certifications in cognitive behavioral therapy, a 500-hour RYT, trauma-informed yoga and sound healing, she prioritizes diversity and inclusion through partnerships with agencies such as Whittier Union High School District, HYC, Rio Hondo College, REACH, Regional Center, LGBTQ Center and LA County Mental Health Department.
As a curator of wellness events and workshops, Brandy emphasizes mental health in our communities. She advocates for diversity and inclusion in mental health and has created a template for Meridian Yoga for mental health, offering evidence-based tools to address stress, depression, PTSD, and anxiety—transforming lives and redefining yoga’s role in mental health care.
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When she’s not inspiring others on the mat, you can find Ruthie exploring the great outdoors, traveling, or hiking with her two furry companions—Sol, the wise German Shepherd, and Luna, the playful Labrador Retriever. 🐾🌲 Together, they keep her grounded and inspired, one Down Dog at a time!
Join her every Monday morning at 9 AM and Tuesday at 6:30 PM for Hatha Flow classes infused with a heart-centered approach, where you'll connect deeply with your spiritual self while moving mindfully through your practice. 🧘♀️✨ Ruthie believes yoga is not just an exercise; it's a powerful tool for self-care, healing, and personal transformation!
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Hatha Yoga: Experience a gentle and welcoming Hatha Yoga class designed for all levels. Ruthie blends postures, breathwork, and meditation to help you build balance, strength, and mindfulness.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, this class offers a supportive space to connect with your body, calm your mind, and rejuvenate your spirit.
Restorative Yoga: Join Karen every Monday at 8pm for a transformative yoga experience centered on relaxation. Utilizing props such as bolsters, blocks, straps, and comfy blankets, her class creates a nurturing space for your mind and body to explore rest and comfort. Her all-level gentle yoga flow class is designed for everyone, with no prior experience required. Expect stretchy, slow movements choreographed to a sweet playlist crafted just for this class, allowing you to unwind and rejuvenate.
Rooted in communal healing, Karen brings a sense of gentleness and empowerment to every class she teaches. Her approach encourages students to make their practice uniquely reflect their personal yogic journey, emphasizing body autonomy. With a 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Certification from the Tree Yoga Cooperative and two Restorative Yoga Teacher certifications from Judith Hanson Lasater, Karen is well-equipped to guide you.
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Restorative Yoga: Join Karen every Monday at 8pm for a transformative yoga experience centered on relaxation. Utilizing props such as bolsters, blocks, straps, and comfy blankets, her class creates a nurturing space for your mind and body to explore rest and comfort. Her all-level gentle yoga flow class is designed for everyone, with no prior experience required. Expect stretchy, slow movements choreographed to a sweet playlist crafted just for this class, allowing you to unwind and rejuvenate.
With 18 years of experience in Hatha and various other styles of all-levels yoga, Dahhee is a dedicated and passionate teacher committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for her students. Her classes are designed to empower individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, emphasizing mindfulness and body awareness.
She believes in the transformative power of yoga and strives to inspire her students to connect with their bodies, minds, and deep strength. Dahhee's classes offer a harmonious blend of strength and flexibility, encouraging a deeper understanding of your own unique journey.
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Sculpt Yoga: Join Dahhee for Sculpt Yoga with weights every Monday and Wednesday at 6:30 PM. This is a dynamic class designed specifically for those over 40, blending strength training and yoga to enhance flexibility and build muscle. This class incorporates light weights and resistance movements alongside traditional yoga poses, promoting overall fitness and vitality. Participants will engage in low-impact exercises that focus on core strength, balance, and mobility, all while cultivating mindfulness and relaxation. Join us to invigorate your body, boost your energy, and connect with a supportive community dedicated to healthy aging.
Madi is dedicated to helping her students build strength, flexibility, and mental focus through intentional movement. Specializing in Vinyasa yoga, her classes feature playful flows, soothing stretches, and energizing dynamic poses that challenge the body while calming the mind.
With a background in crafting fun and upbeat playlists, Madi creates an inviting atmosphere where students can enjoy feel-good music throughout their practice. Whether participants come to the mat for fitness, clarity, or balance, Madi’s goal is for everyone to leave feeling lighter than when they arrived.
Join Madi in her journey to inspire others through yoga and discover the joy of movement!
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Vinyasa Flow: Vinyasa Flow is a dynamic and fluid style of yoga that links breath with movement. In this practice, poses are sequenced together in a continuous flow, allowing for a seamless transition from one posture to the next. Suitable for all levels, Vinyasa Flow emphasizes the importance of alignment and breath awareness, making it accessible for beginners while still offering challenges for more experienced practitioners. Classes often incorporate creative sequences, encouraging participants to explore their bodies and cultivate strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Whether you’re looking to build endurance or find relaxation, Vinyasa Flow provides a welcoming space for everyone.
Jazmin is a yoga and wellness guide who offers grounding, accessible classes focused on mindful movement, breath, and balance. Her teaching style blends gentle strength, mobility, and relaxation, creating a welcoming space for students of all levels to reconnect with their bodies and reset their energy.
She believes yoga is a tool for self-trust, nervous-system regulation, and sustainable well-being—both on and off the mat.
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Hatha Yoga: Experience a gentle and welcoming Hatha Yoga class designed for all levels. Ruthie blends postures, breathwork, and meditation to help you build balance, strength, and mindfulness.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, this class offers a supportive space to connect with your body, calm your mind, and rejuvenate your spirit.
Evelyn is a devoted breathwork facilitator and holistic coach who creates a nurturing space for healing, personal growth, and self-connection. Her own transformative journey of self-healing revealed the profound power of breathwork, inspiring her to share this life-changing practice with others. With a deep passion for guiding individuals, Evelyn helps her clients release unhealed wounds and embrace their authentic selves. Join her to explore the transformative potential of breathwork and embark on a path to inner peace and empowerment.
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Tranformational Breathwork: Experience a transformative breathwork session designed to elevate your mind, body, and spirit. In this guided practice, you'll learn a powerful breathing technique to help let go of deep-rooted emotions. As you connect with your breath, you'll unlock the potential to release stagnant energy, alleviate stress, and gain clarity on your journey.
Sessions offer a safe and supportive environment, allowing you to explore your inner landscape and embrace healing. Evelyn leaves you feeling rejuvenated, centered, and inspired to live your most authentic life. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your relationship with yourself through the power of breath!
Mercedes is a life long yoga practitioner and a former dancer. She simply cannot imagine life without movement! Her classes create a space to develop both physical and emotional resilience. In her classes you find a variety of frequency imprinted bracelets that help not only enhance the yoga practice, but also help mitigate life’s little challenges.
Mercedes is also an avid reader, so be prepare to laugh and to learn new things in her classes. You can find her all over Los Angeles at wellness events spreading the word on the benefits of grounding.
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Myofascia Yin:
This class helps to relieve tension in the connective tissue throughout the body. Participants use tennis balls, breath, and gravity to improve mobility and blood flow, and decrease soreness and pain. This class can be challenging, but the benefits are immediate and long lasting. All level practitioners are welcome!
Restorative Yin
This is a passive style of yoga that works on the connective tissues of the body - fascia, ligaments, tendons, bones, and joints - that are not normally exercised in active yoga practice. The postures are held over 90 seconds, so as to go deeper than the superficial or muscle tissues.
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