Danielle Deanda
Ladera Ranch,USA
Summary
Dynamic service industry professional with over twenty years of experience, including fifteen years dedicated to teaching yoga and more than 3,000 hours of instruction. Recognized for a calm presence that fosters a positive environment, whether navigating the hustle of a busy restaurant or guiding students through the tranquility of savasana. A college degree complements extensive knowledge as a yoga instructor, enhancing the ability for optimal health and greater longevity of the joints. Experienced in nurturing creativity, kindness, and compassion in children while promoting their overall well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Fine Dining Server
Mastro's Oceanclub
08.2025 - Current
Server
Miyuki Restaurant
09.2011 - 04.2020
FireFlex Yoga Instructor
Active Wellness- Yoga for Firefighters
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Functional Flow for Firefighters
Yoga Instructor
Pacific Edge Climbing Gym
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Strength and Surrender
- Core Conditioning
Yoga Instructor
Breathe Los Gatos
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Warm Conditioning Flow
Nanny
Kathleen Dwyer
12.2012 - 05.2017
Yoga Instructor
Watsonville Community Hospital
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Senior Strength and Yoga
Bartender/server/catering
In the Raw Sushi
07.2005 - 03.2011
Bartender
Leon's on The Restless Ribbon
10.2007 - 05.2008
Server
P.F.Chang's China Bistro
06.2003 - 07.2005
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Exercise Science
California State University, Monterey Bay
05-2020
Associates of Sciences - undefined
Tulsa Community College
01-2005
RYT 500, RYT 200 - Ashtanga And Hatha Yoga
Mount Madonna School of Yoga
Santa Cruz, CA01-2011
Skills
- Extensive wine and food pairing knowledge
- Extensive knowledge of foods and food services including proper handling
- Adequate training in exceptional customer care and proper table etiquette
- Maintain and deliver positive attitude
- Social, outgoing, friendly
- Time management
- Money management
- Leadership, training of new staff
- Maintain and deliver support for co-workers
- Awareness of guest’s needs at all times
- Strong communication skills
- Detail-oriented
Certification
- E-RYT 500, Yoga Alliance - 2010- Present
Timeline
Fine Dining Server
Mastro's Oceanclub
08.2025 - Current
FireFlex Yoga Instructor
Active Wellness- Yoga for Firefighters
12.2017 - 09.2019
Yoga Instructor
Breathe Los Gatos
05.2014 - 01.2015
Yoga Instructor
Pacific Edge Climbing Gym
09.2013 - 10.2016
Nanny
Kathleen Dwyer
12.2012 - 05.2017
Yoga Instructor
Watsonville Community Hospital
04.2012 - 04.2013
Server
Miyuki Restaurant
09.2011 - 04.2020
Bartender
Leon's on The Restless Ribbon
10.2007 - 05.2008
Bartender/server/catering
In the Raw Sushi
07.2005 - 03.2011
Server
P.F.Chang's China Bistro
06.2003 - 07.2005
Associates of Sciences - undefined
Tulsa Community College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Exercise Science
California State University, Monterey Bay
RYT 500, RYT 200 - Ashtanga And Hatha Yoga
Mount Madonna School of Yoga