Volunteer Yoga Instructor for Volunteers at Miles Thrift Store, class is in a barn overlooking and apple orchard
Elena Shuster
Waldoboro,ME
Summary
Dynamic Yoga and Meditation Instructor with a proven track record teaching Yoga in corporate office situations at Kohls and Ann Taylor, adept at client assessment and adaptive teaching strategies. Successfully led diverse classes, enhancing student engagement and personal growth through tailored practices. Skilled in asana and mindful breathing, fostering a supportive environment for all abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Miles Thrift Store
04.2024 - Current
Instruct 75 minute Hatha Fun Chair Yoga and Meditation incorporating principles of Hatha, Yin Yoga, Adaptive Gentle Chair Yoga and Gentle Yoga and Big Bodies Yoga and Yoga Philosophy. Class sequence varies with attendees abilities. Average class size is 8 students.
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Kohl's Corp
09.2014 - 01.2022
- Lead twice weekly 90 minute Level 1 Hatha Yoga and Meditation practice with an average class size of 8 students. Incorporated Yin Yoga and Yoga for Bigger Bodies principles. Average class size 10 students.
Private Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Private Clients
05.2013 - Current
Lead Individualized 90 minute Yoga and Meditation practice with private clients in person and/or via Zoom. Adapted poses and class sequencing for specific clients needs. Worked with students on their personal goals and advanced practice with students abilities.
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Ann Taylor/Loft Corp
08.2013 - 04.2014
Lead weekly 90 minute Yoga and Meditation practice at corporate headquarters, incorporated Yin and Yoga for Arthritis and Chronic Pain principles as needed.
Education
500 Hour Certification - Hatha Yoga And Meditation
Integral Yoga Institute
New York, NY12-2023
200 Hour - Hatha Yoga
Integral Yoga Institute
New York Ny05-2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Design
The New School For Social Research
New York, NY01-1975
Skills
- Client assessment
- Asana practice
- Mindful breathing practices
- Anatomy and physiology
- Deep Relaxation
- Adaptive teaching strategies
Certification
- Certified RYT 500 Integral Yoga Institute New York 2023
- Certified RYT 200 Yoga Alliance
Interests
Timeline
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Miles Thrift Store
04.2024 - Current
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Kohl's Corp
09.2014 - 01.2022
Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Ann Taylor/Loft Corp
08.2013 - 04.2014
Private Yoga and Meditation Instructor
Private Clients
05.2013 - Current
500 Hour Certification - Hatha Yoga And Meditation
Integral Yoga Institute
200 Hour - Hatha Yoga
Integral Yoga Institute
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Design
The New School For Social Research