About Us

Heather has practiced yoga in Eugene since 1995 and has learned from some of the best teachers in town as well as around the country and world.  In 2007 she earned her RYT 200 certification in Hatha Interdisciplinary (drawing from multiple lineages for what is now largely known as Vinyasa) and is now an Experienced RYT and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. She formulated the vision for Mudra while a full time working mom.  She envisioned Mudra as a hip studio with shorter length classes that allow one to get an inspired yoga practice in and move along to the other great life practices off the mat.  Heather firmly believes in the power of yoga to strengthen the body and mind, build resiliency, heal trauma, increase joy and to provide steadiness in a fast-paced world. Building a sense of community and belonging by practicing at a dedicated yoga studio heightens these benefits. She enjoys teaching a practice that combines fluid sequences, challenging postures and relaxation that leaves students feeling refreshed, motivated and balanced.

Anne-Marie creates a welcoming environment for all practitioners. Her sequences are crafted to support and develop flexibility, strength, and mindfulness. In her classes, you’ll find her floating around the room giving intentional, energetic assists and you might find yourself challenging your edge! She hopes, through her guidance, students feel inspired to carry the transformative benefits of yoga into their lives beyond studio walls. Anne-Marie is an E-RYT 200 and a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider.

A native Virginian, Anne-Marie moved to Eugene in pursuit of an outdoors and family-centric lifestyle. Off the mat, you can find her in full on mama-mode, exploring new trails, climbing, cooking fresh fare, and attempting to garden.

Glen has been teaching yoga for many years in Eugene and, in years past, he has been voted Best Yoga Teacher by the community in the Eugene Weekly. He was certified as a Sivananda Yoga Teacher in 1994, though his training began much earlier as his mother taught yoga and spirituality for over three decades. Glen’s devotion to yoga carries over into the way that he engages with students in his ever present, kind and thoughtful manner.

Karen began her yoga journey practicing Astanga yoga in 2009. Moving to Eugene in 2014 she sought out an active practice focused on core engagement, breath and alignment. She found a yoga hOMe at Mudra. She completed her 200 hour teacher training at Mudra in 2019. Karen brings strength, exploration and joy to her teaching. She is committed to yoga as a journey of practice. Listen for her giggle during class as a reminder to enjoy the practice.

Initially Kasandra was drawn to the the physical aspect of yoga; and the kind of class where you could get a hard workout and a six pack. As she began to dig deeper into yoga and all of its teachings, however, she discovered so much more to yoga and the mind/body connection. She realized that her mind needed the practice just as much, or even more, than her body did! While she still loves a challenging class, she also appreciates and equally enjoys a slower paced, meditative class. Yoga has become a lifestyle; a process of connecting, and getting to know herself both on and off of her mat. Kasandra finished her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2013 and could not be happier! She has since taught over 1000 classes and workshops, and has lead and hosted several retreats in Canada. She is grateful to have discovered her passion and love for yoga, and to be able to share it with others!

Lindsey discovered her love for yoga in 2010 and completed her 200 hour teacher training with the nationally renowned, Tiffany Cruikshank.  With over 1000 hours of teaching under her belt, she is now a Yoga Alliance Experienced-Registered Yoga Teacher and Continuing Education Provider. Lindsey’s joyful instruction style combines alignment, anatomy and creative sequencing to inspire students in the deepening of their practice.

Louise began Ashtanga Yoga training in 2004 with Paul Dallagan in Thailand. Currently she enjoys combining the flow of ashtanga with a deeper awareness of alignment and use of props. She also specializes in gentle and prenatal yoga. She has worked in a variety of settings including yoga studios and a drug and alcohol detox center. Louise’s yoga practice has not only encouraged her to move into the unknown with optimism but has also kept her grounded through the changes of life, big and small. She enjoys sharing the yoga journey with her students!

Mariah is passionate about the benefits yoga provides and aims to inspire others to practice. Her favorite poses are those, like Camel, that encourage the practitioner to find comfort in discomfort, learning to relax through difficult situations. Mariah completed two teacher trainings and now finds much joy in exploring her vinyasa-style teaching and personal asana practice. Mariah’s positive outlook on life is infectious!

Shanti began her career as a yoga educator in 2007. She is a 500hr. E-RYT and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider. She began her own practice as a child learning from her parents who were deeply influenced by the eastern philosophies of health and well being, Shanti has spent the last ten years strongly committed to sharing her understanding and experience of yoga with many people. The practice is her passion. Whether educating in a group setting, private lesson, or retreat, the transformative experience that yoga offers has inspired her over and over again both to educate and to practice.

In these modern times, Shanti has found the tools that are built into the yoga practice to be extremely effective in managing health mentally, physically, and emotionally. The joy of sharing her own experience of these benefits is what she draws on in each class she leads.

Shanti is dedicated to holding a space for people who are interested in exploring their own unique expression of yoga. Physically, she creates sequences that support the development of both strength and flexibility. Mentally, she weaves the dynamic breath practices that are fundamental in yoga to develop the ability to focus and calm the mind. Emotionally, it is her highest hope that anyone feels secure and confident in their personal practice.

Steph leads from a place of joy, good humor, strength and dedication. She was introduced to yoga in the early 2000s and started developing an integrated practice upon moving to Eugene in 2009. As a longtime Mudra student and RYT 200, Steph gravitates toward a more physical practice for grounding and to learn how to move in new ways. She teaches vinyasa and restorative yoga, and aims to bring a happy, down-to-earth vibe to the classes she teaches. Steph loves learning how yoga fits into every part of her life, and spends the better part of her days laughing, playing with her dog, staying active, and gardening. She is easy to laugh with and enjoys creating a welcoming space in which to share the practice.