Alex Reynaldo / Instructor

Alex has been practicing and teaching yoga since 2014. Yoga cultivates mindfulness and balance in the mind/body which she believes are key for a happy, healthy and fulfilled life. Driven by her passion for community, she offers hatha, vinyasa and yin yoga, as well as AcroYoga and slackline practices.

Amanda Gray / Instructor (she/her)

Amanda Gray (she/hers) is a trauma-informed registered yoga instructor who has taught yoga since 2016. After taking her first vinyasa flow class in 2011, Amanda immediately recognized the emotional and physical benefits the practice offers and was inspired to learn as much as she could about it, which led to her eventual pursuit of teaching it to others. Studying under Natasha Rizopolous of Down Under Yoga in Boston, MA deeply influenced Amanda’s style, which is centered around alignment and accessibility. Amanda combines alignment cues, playful energy and a passion to serve others to create classes that are safe and accessible and encourage students to deeply connect with themselves, in both mind and body. 

Amanda’s classes range from traditional vinyasa to restorative. She is a certified pre-natal instructor, and is currently enrolled in a 300 hour trauma yoga certification program. At the end of 2024 she will have over 500 hours of teaching certifications. She is a life long learner who strives to evolve her knowledge and her classes. She’s particularly interested in how to support the sacred origins of yoga while respecting the people and traditions who cultivated it and enjoys studying yoga philosophy through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion.

Off the mat, Amanda is a certified end of life doula. She nourishes her spirit with live music, travel, and reading and of course- yoga workshops. 

Anna Wold / Instructor

I’m a Yoga instructor that would like to help others enjoy the practice as much as I do. I first started practicing yoga in college. I needed movement and flexibility in my life and fell in love with the way yoga changed the way I felt physically and mentally after my first session. I have practiced with both online yoga videos and in person studios. Recently I completed both the 200 hour and 500 hour yoga certification course work. My goal with a Yoga practice to quiet my mind, build strength and flexibility, and encourage community on and off the mat. Practicing yoga has improved my posture, helped me to be thinking in the present, and encouraged better breathing practices. I look forward to practicing yoga with you!

Anni Brown / Instructor

Anni is a seasoned yoga instructor with over a decade of teaching experience across various disciplines including Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative Yoga, and Pranayama, backed by over a thousand hours of teacher training. Passionate about creating a healing environment for all yogis, Anni's classes are characterized by a blend of dynamic movement, mindful breathwork, and deep introspection, fostering strength, flexibility, and inner awareness. Her compassionate presence and intuitive teaching style allow students to feel supported and connected as they explore their practice. Anni believes in yoga as a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, guiding her students to cultivate balance, harmony, and well-being both on and off the mat. Through workshops, retreats, and private sessions, she offers personalized guidance, empowering individuals to deepen their practice and reconnect with their inner selves. Anni is not just a yoga instructor; she is a dedicated healer and guide, committed to supporting her students on their path to holistic wellness and self-realization.

Breann Vail Davis | Instructor (she/her)

BREANN DAVIS IS A RYT-500 AND IS A CERTIFIED TRAUMA SENSITIVE YOGA FACILITATOR THROUGH THE TRAUMA CENTER. SHE IS A LIFELONG STUDENT OF VINYASA, MEDITATION, RESTORATIVE, YIN, AND ANUSARA PRACTICES.  BREANN BELIEVES THAT YOGA IS A GROUNDING ANCHOR IN HER LIFE, AND HER PASSION IS TO HELP OTHERS CULTIVATE A DEEPER CONNECTION TO THEMSELVES THROUGH THE TEACHINGS OF YOGA AND MINDFULNESS. BREANN FIRST MOVED TO MOAB AS A RIVER GUIDE, AND SHE’S ALWAYS UP FOR ANYTHING CREATIVE OR ADVENTUROUS. SHE LOVES ROMPING IN THE DESERT WITH HER HUSBAND, DAUGHTER, AND TWO DOGS.

Carlie Boeve / Instructor (she/her)

Carlie’s movement journey began in 2009 on a water ski team building human pyramids and participating in partner adagio acts all while on water ski’s. From there, her love for movement grew. She was constantly on the hunt for active ways to move her body while working alongside like-minded individuals to achieve goals. In 2015, she started teaching and performing as an aerialist in Grand Rapids, MI. Eventually finding Acro Yoga and falling in love with the concept of putting two bodies together to create something beautiful. She spent the summer of 2019 traveling teaching Acro Yoga at festivals and meeting the most amazing people. Carlie is ecstatic to be able to work alongside others while they find comfort within their own bodies and create a sense of safety to explore and play. Acro Yoga Is an extremely fun way to learn communication and teamwork.

Crystal Blanks-Bunch / Instructor (she/her)

Crystal discovered yoga in 1999 when she was pregnant with her son. She was searching for a way to help her body feel good as it prepared itself for the childbirth journey.  Yoga was not available in her area at that time so she would find yoga programs on TV and later the internet. Crystal quickly realized that yoga was not only good for my body, but also my mind. She continued to practice over the years mainly on her own, but also in studios as she would travel. When she moved to Moab, Utah Crystal became a regular student at the local studio. She met an instructor at the studio who introduced her to Inbody Academy, where she would eventually study and complete her 200 YTT program.  The teacher training program touched on many yoga styles; Restorative, Gentle, Hatha, Vinyasa & Yin, and Yin. The course had many different teachers with many different specialties. Crystal became so intrigued by the academy and what she was learning that she enrolled in a 200 Hour Mindfulness Program which, was completed in October of 2020. Crystal is so grateful for her education, and now instructs yoga on a daily basis. For Crstyal, yoga is about the balance between mental and physical wellbeing. Her classes combine both Mindfulness and Asanas to bring together the mind and body with breath. She currently instructs Gentle Yoga, Hatha, and Restorative Classes. Crystal believes yoga is for all ages and all body types, therefore she offers many variations to make poses available to anyone who is willing to join her on the mat

Courtney Reese Hill | Owner / Instructor (she/her)

Courtney’s love for yoga blossomed in 2012, as she was trying to find Holistic ways to deal with stress. She was hesitant to try yoga at first, fearing that she couldn’t keep up. She quickly learned that yoga is a practice that is done for your own mind and body. Courtney’s yoga practice is rooted in Baptiste Power Vinyasa and the practice of mindfulness. Courtney has been practicing both Buddhism and Baptiste yoga since 2012. She completed her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Radiance Power Yoga in Boulder, Colorado. Since completion of this program, she has continued to learn, teach, and practice Yin Yoga, Restorative, and Kids Yoga. In addition to wellness certifications, Courtney holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology. She currently practices Radiologic Technology and Computed Tomography in Moab. Her work in healthcare and medicine gives her a deep understanding of the human body and how it functions. Courtney taught yoga full time in Denver for 2 years before moving to Moab to open Desert Power Yoga. When she’s not teaching or working at the hospital, courtney enjoys hiking with her dog, paddle-boarding, snow shoeing and traveling.

Danny Baril / Instructor

Danny has been teaching since 2015, focusing mainly on his passion of power vinyasa yoga. After finishing his 200 hour certification, he has gained more experience through a 50 hour extension program and a 40 hour level 2 teacher training, along with many hours on his own mat. His goal is to guide you to be the best version of yourself through awareness of mind, body, and spiritual connections. Through building these connections in class, you can create a love and support for yourself that will empower you to take charge of your life off the mat and into the world. Being an avid rock climber and backcountry snowboarder, Danny has looked to yoga to compliment an active lifestyle with attention to breath, movement, strength, and flexibility. He is also known as DJ Dan Dasana, where he gets behind the turn tables and curates a soundtrack of ambient, deep house, and down tempo live mixes for special yoga classes.

Debb Ashby / Instructor (she/her)

Meet Debb, a warm-hearted and fun yoga teacher dedicated to making yoga accessible and inclusive for all.  When she is not on the mat, you can usually find her in nature among the desert rocks and creeks that she has called home since 2011. 

Drawing from decades of personal yoga practice, NASM CPT, and 200-hour YTT certification, Debb has developed a deep understanding of the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga. Her belief is that true connection and transformation in yoga come from creating a safe space for students to explore their inner sensations and emotions.

Eli Hollibaugh / Pole Instructor (she/they)

Eli is a passionate pole dance instructor dedicated to empowering students through strength, grace, and self-expression. With a vibrant teaching style and a focus on creating a safe space for personal growth, Eli inspires each individual to unlock their potential, one spin at a time.

Check out their schedule here : https://momence.com/sign-up/member?hostId=33921

Jill Kuzman| Instructor (she/her)

Jill began practicing yoga 7 years ago during recovery from a broken leg. Unbeknownst to her at the time, this was the beginning of a new life path. Her yoga journey has now brought her to India twice and fulfilled over 500 hours of training in the practices of Hatha, Iyengar, Ashtanga Vinyasa and Restorative. In her classes you can expect a challenge, an air of positivity and a reminder that yoga is a practice of growth and healing. When not teaching in the studio, she can be found mountain biking, practicing yoga on her paddle board and doing handstands absolutely everywhere.  

JoAnn Miller / Instructor

JoAnn fully believes that yoga is too important to be taken seriously. As a self-taught yogi, JoAnn began to share her love and passion for the practice with friends on her college campus. This casual gathering of friends evolved and Squirrel Squirrel Yoga Club was formed! Through teaching, JoAnn discovered the deep pleasure that comes from the work and not the reward. She decided to pursue formal training and went on to study and teach all around the world. Her classes focus on the why and how of yoga asana interwoven with flow, fun, and whimsy!

Kate Lammons / Instructor

Kate recently completed her 200 hour YTT in Nelson, New Zealand with registered yoga alliance school Kindred Studio. She connected with yoga in 2013 had loved it for its grounding quality, empowering nature, and lovely community. She is excited to develop her style in practice classes with Desert Power Yoga and is grateful to the studio and the community for welcoming her in! 

Lindsay Distefano / Instructor

Lindsay is a fun loving, adventurous spirit. After graduating high school, she dipped her toes in the yoga world & fell in love. Shortly after, she took on solo world adventure, only to deepen her passion for the yogi lifestyle. She received her 200 hour training from Boise Om School in September 2020. From mind, body, soul connection, to the sense of home on the mat, she loves everything yoga stands for. Lindsay looks forward to her students sharing energy, sweat, and determination. She strives to share the unique journey she has experienced with yoga to her fellow students, and watch them blossom into something they never realized they could be come!

Molly Gurney / Instructor (she/her)

Molly started her yoga journey in Brattleboro, VT, inspired by forest fairies, gurgling streams, and the feeling of moss on bare-feet. After getting her Masters in International Development and Social Change in Massachusetts, she led intimate dialogues in communities to allow folks to reckon with the climate crisis through facing difficult emotions as a collective. As a 200 YTT, she strives to bring this facilitation of authenticity to her yoga classes. Molly has dabbled in gymnastics, partner acrobatics, dance, and is excited by any chance to experience embodied meditation and connection. Molly is also passionate about breath work and has studied the breath from a spiritual, physical, and emotional standpoint for much of her life. For Molly, yoga is about integrating self, community, and universe. She values accessibility, awareness, acceptance, authenticity, and deep engagement of mind-body-spirit in her yoga classes. She strives to remain open as a lifelong student and teacher.

Rob Neilson / Instructor

Hello!  Meet Rob, a dedicated taiji (tai chi) practitioner and instructor.  Rob loves training and teaching taiji, and his enthusiasm and commitment to the art will motivate you to also fall in love with taiji.  Rob is also a Naturopathic doctor and Acupuncturist, and believes that taiji, yoga, and qigong are fundamental to being healthy and well.  He believes that by moving your own qi with these forms of exercise, one can experience incredible energy, health, and joy in this life. 

Taiji helps teach the body how to move in harmony with nature.  Allowing our body to move as effectively and fluidly as possible.  In this art we learn to let go of old holding patterns and tensions, and relearn a new way of moving through the world. 

Sam Metzner / Instructor (she/her)

Sam, RTY-500, is originally from Chapel Hill, NC, and received her 200-hour training at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in 2015 after receiving her B.A. in Art. She discovered yoga in college while taking classes in the Iyengar tradition as a means to center and help cope with anxiety, but soon fell in love with the depth of the practice beyond asana. She also recently completed her 300-hour advanced teacher training with Darren Rhodes, Sam Rice, and Brigette Finley of Yoga Oasis in Tucson. Sam is passionate about the tradition of yoga as a way to unite the body, mind, and heart while exploring access to our true selves. She is committed to helping her students practice fully and deeply, whatever that may look like for them. Sam draws inspiration from classical forms of asana and her goal is to create classes that are safe and empowering with a focus on alignment.  When not on the mat, you can find Sam out in nature with her rescue pitbull Nova, mountain biking and making art

Sarah Krsna / Instructor

Sarah Krsna loves yoga and can’t wait to join you on the mat in the transcendental moving meditation that yoga is for her. Yoga gives expression to gnostic concepts which cannot be put into words: union in a world of duality.

Tierra Groff / Instructor

Tierra began her movement journey as an athlete, spending many days outside skiing, climbing, mountain biking, swimming, and one day in to the hot room for a Pilates class. She was immediately taken aback at how, after so much of her own exercise practices, she was challenged by this seemingly easy body weight training. She began attending regularly for a year, amazed at how well her body performed in her daily activities, and was delighted when a friend recommended her teacher training. She started her training a year ago, in the fall of 2023, and has been teaching passionately ever since. Still growing and learning, she is moved by every individual that attends her class and is constantly exploring new flows and styles to include all bodies. 

Torey Sadowski / Instructor

Hi, my name is Torey, and I am grateful to support you on your yoga journey. My classes are designed to encourage a peaceful mindset through meditation, intentional breathing, and asana practice.

My passion for yoga began in 2013 when I discovered Hot Yoga (26&2) in Marietta, GA. This path eventually led me to earn my 330-hour Hot Yoga teaching certification from the Original Hot Yoga Academy in 2022. I gained valuable teaching experience during an internship in Lone Pine, CA in 2023, and most recently, furthered my studies in Goa, India, where I completed a 200-hour RYT certification in Ashtanga Vinyasa Flow at Sampoorna. 

I look forward to sharing the transformative benefits of yoga with you.

Monika Stankovičová / Instructor

Monika's love for sports and body activities began during high school in Slovakia. She studied sport and health coaching. However, it was her first yoga class in 2013 that ignited a deep passion within her. From that very first class, she experienced a sense of inner peace that she had never felt before, and she instantly fell in love with the practice of yoga.
Monika considers herself fortunate to have had an exceptional first yoga teacher who emphasized the connection between breath and body movement. This foundational understanding became the basis for her yoga journey. Yoga helped her overcome health issues in 2016 and she has been dedicated to it ever since.
She continued her yoga studies in Portugal and the USA, and is currently working on her licenses for Face Yoga. Monika completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training and believes that yoga is for everyone and is a non-competitive practice. She believes that Yoga allows individuals to experience a profound connection of mind, body, and soul. Monika also recognizes the importance of mindfulness and breathing in the practice of yoga. She also enjoys paddleboarding, mountain biking, hiking, canyoneering, and learning to ride her dirt bike.
Monika's journey with yoga and her love for sports and physical activities reflect her dedication to living a balanced and fulfilling life. Through her teachings and practice, she aims to inspire others to discover the transformative power of yoga and to embrace a holistic approach to well-being.

Nicole Tironi / Instructor

Nicole has been practicing yoga for 14 years. She began her journey when she started her career as a licensed massage therapist (LMT) at the age of 18. Throughout the years, her love & passion for health & wellness, and genuine care for other has grown immensely. She has taken countless of continuing education classes in massage therapy, including Reiki. Always wanting to further her practice in yoga, but just never felt drawn to any specific place or course to do so. Finally though.

After moving to Moab in March 2023, she fell in love with the area & the local studio ; Desert Power Yoga. She immediately joined the YTT there that began in April, and completed it in January 2024. She is now a certified yoga teacher! YAY :)

Shannon Miller / Instructor

Shannon has been practicing yoga for 10 years. From the moment her first class ended she knew that it was something she would be doing for the rest of her life. Dancing had always been therapy for her and when yoga was introduce a whole other level of healing occurred. Mind, body and spirit became more aligned. Yoga had saved her in the darkest time, had become her path way to healing. She has been visiting and playing in the magical Moab desert since she was 12, hiking biking, dirt biking, paddle boarding and enjoying just about everything Moab has to offer. She was finally able to make it her and her 4 beautiful children’s home 5 yrs ago. After being here and placing some roots the door of opportunity opened up and allowed to attain her 200 hour YTT. THANKS DPY!!  Sooo blessed and excited to share her passion in the soulful balancing practice. YAY YOGI!

Tiger Keogh (she/her)

Tiger Keogh is a Moab native who has been enjoying life in the desert for decades & has been practicing yoga asanas for  the past 20 years.
When the opportunity arose to take the 200 hour yoga teacher training course here in Moab, Tiger signed up, eager to learn more & practice all the aspects of a yogic lifestyle.
Studying under Courtney, Sam & Crystal was everything Tiger hoped for: clarity, respect for self & others, safety consciousness, and living with presence & awareness.
Tiger hopes to continue her yoga practice for years to come & may take up teaching others in the future; especially gentle yoga & restorative yoga.