Hattie Hodes
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced 200 hr RYT with a true commitment to connecting with people. Offering a nurturing approach and passion for holistic health, ready to thrive and grow in any yoga environment. Brings understanding of yoga principles and ability to quickly learn and implement new techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in teaching and guiding asana practices. Strong relationship to movement overall and willingness to learn new ways of teaching outside of yoga.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Yoga Instructor
Centered Studios
Chicago, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Yoga teacher at a local studio with experience teaching classes for upwards of 22 people.
- Weekly teacher of two 75 minute yoga class influenced by vinyasa and hatha styles.
- Integrates breath work and breath cues throughout class to create the most relaxing and powerful class experience for all.
- Experience teaching a variety of ages and ranges of motion, an ability to adapt and expand class based on student needs.
- Offers demos and verbal cues to help guide students through their most rewarding practice.
- Investment in continued study of the mechanics of the body, the foundations of yoga, and nervous system education.
- Employs effective communication skills to foster a supportive and inclusive class environment.
- Collaborates with fellow instructors to exchange teaching methods and improve overall class offerings.
- Consistently takes yoga from advanced teachers 4 times a week in addition to teaching two classes.
- Instructs diverse yoga classes, focusing on alignment and breath control to enhance student practice.
Server
Letour Brasserie
Evanston, IL
03.2025 - Current
- Experience working in a collaborative and fast paced environment where team work is essential to success
- Connecting with guests who live on the North Shore on a regular basis
- Cultivating positivity and community within each and every guest interaction
- Comfort tackling unpredictable challenges and remaining calm in the face of chaos
- Ability to stay focused and physically engaged for long periods of time
Private Yoga Instructor
Self-employeed
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Offers private yoga lessons to folks in Chicago
- Curates class plan to the needs of the student
- Uses trauma-informed principles in order to cultivate trust and safety between client and teacher
- Strong customer service skills through years of work in the theatre and restaurant industry offering positivity and deep listening.
- Uses lessons from varying methods and teachers (8+ years of personal yoga practice )
Education
No Degree - 200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training
School Yoga Institute
Lake Atitlán, Guatemala11-2024
Bachelor of Arts - BFA Acting
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-2024
Skills
- Vinyasa Yoga
- Hatha Yoga
- Yoga Philosophy
- Strong Movement background (dance, fitness, yoga)
- Meditation Techniques
- Pranayama Breathing
- Customer Service
- Holistic Health
- Communication
Accomplishments
- Increased studio attendance by drawing in my community to attend class
- Successfully developed workshops for nervous system restoration including yoga, breathwork, and journaling.
- Began as sub at Centered Studios and was offered an official class within two months
Timeline
Yoga Instructor
Centered Studios
07.2025 - Current
Server
Letour Brasserie
03.2025 - Current
Private Yoga Instructor
Self-employeed
01.2025 - Current
No Degree - 200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training
School Yoga Institute
Bachelor of Arts - BFA Acting
University of Minnesota