Teachers
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Sheri Delaney
Hometown: Oak Park, IL
Training and Education: Senior Katonah Yoga Teacher, Continuing studies with Nevine Michaan (Katonah Yoga Founder) 2012-present, 200 Hour Conquering Lion (Jivamukti Style Vinyasa) 2010, Lehigh University, Major: Economics, Minor: Communications. OPRF/Lehigh University Swim Team, OPRF Water Polo Team.
What to expect in class: I teach lighthearted Katonah Yoga classes focused on calming the nervous system, building strength, and releasing unnecessary tension.
Three artists that best reflect your playlists: Sooooo hard!! Phish, Karen O, Spoon...come and find out ;)
Passions outside of yoga: Writing screenplays/fiction, hiking and nature, playing tennis!
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Andrea Lissuzzo
Hometown: Longmeadow MA/western MA
Training and Education: Chicago yoga Center with suddha Weixler; Ashtanga Teacher Training with Richard Freeman, Yogaview advanced teacher training; significant practice with revered teachers Sara Strother, Noah Maze, Kino McGregor, Tim Miller, Lino Miele. BA Northwestern U; MA U Chicago; PhD U of I Chicago; movement modalities have evolved over time but has included triathlons, marathons and an Ironman (Europe 1995); currently peloton, golf, long walks/hikes and most importantly, yoga.
What to expect in class: a place move safely, pay attention, connect inward and share space with others interested in the same
Three artists/genres that best reflect your playlists: always evolving
Passions outside of yoga: aside from dogs, who are a major obsession, I care very deeply about mental health, my own as well as in the people and communities around me. As a social worker/ therapist, I hope my instruction is infused with wisdom for both on and off the mat.
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Cat Acquaviva
Hometown: Elmhurst, Pennsylvania
Training and Education: 200-Hour Pure Yoga (vinyasa) 2010, 80-Hour Prenatal: Prenatal Yoga Center, 80-Hour Prenatal: Jenny Langham, Doula Certification: Doula Trainings International, BFA in Modern Dance Performance: University of the Arts
What to expect in class: My classes always have a nurturing undercurrent and are meant to help my students become educated practitioners for the purpose of caring for your body in a sustainable, maintainable way.
Three artists/genres that best reflect your playlists: Leif Vollebekk, Beck, Brian Eno
Passions outside of yoga: Playing piano, reading, hiking and needle felting!
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Alison Riazi
Hometown: Wilmette, IL
Training and Education: 300 hour YTT at Laughing Lotus, NY 2013, 200 hour YTT at Corepower, Chicago 2009. University of Iowa, Double Major in Dance and Therapeutic Recreation (working with people with disabilities), Danced professionally 2008-2015.
What to expect in class: I teach a thoughtful class sequentially moving through the chakra system, encouraging students to embrace their inner dancer.
Three artists/genres that best reflect your playlists: Masood Ali Khan, Parra for Cuva, Lykke Li, there's too many to choose from!
Passions outside of yoga: My dog Noche baby, enjoying our garden grow, going to concerts with my husband!
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Taylor Duff
Hometown: River Forest, IL
Training and education: 2016, Mad Dogg Spin certification. 2013-2014, Level 2 teacher training, Yoga Sculpt Certification, Hot Power Fusion Training. 2013, Power Yoga 200hr Certification, CorePower Yoga. 2010, DePaul Univeristy, BA in History of Art & Architecture and English Literature
What to expect in class: Movement that makes your body feel good! Rooted in strength, mobility and flexibility; my classes are designed to help you feel your best and take on the world off your mat. Whether we are challenging ourselves or blissing out; you’ll get a little bit of everything.
Three artists/genres that best reflect your playlists: Florence + the Machine, Hozier and nostalgic hits/covers
Passions outside of yoga: i enjoy getting lost in a good book and keeping up to speed with the latest fashion trends.
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Gabrielle Johnson
Hometown: Omaha, NE
Training and Education: Continuing studies with Kyle Miller (Senior Katonah Yoga Teacher) Ally Bogard and Josie Schwitzer (Senior Katonah Yoga Teacher) 2018-present, 500 hour YogaWorks Training in 2013, MFA in Dance from NYU 2017, BFA in Dance from the LINES Ballet 2013
What to expect in class: A Katonah Yoga practice where we'll go inwards, do some postural alignment, breathwork, and use the practice to move energy and maintain a strong and mobile body!
Three artists that best reflect your playlists: Rhye, Chet Faker, Andrew Bird
Passions outside of yoga: Dance, fashion and interior design!
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John Shostrand
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
Training and Education: 200-hr Vinyasa Training, 2018. 300-hr Yoga Therapeutics and Iyengar Training, 2021. Ongoing Katonah studies, 2022. (Additional 30/hr per week for a year at a PT clinic.)
What to expect in class: Students can expect Katonah Yoga with emphasis on technique as a means to focus on longevity in the practice.
Three artists/genres that best reflect your playlists: Rufus du Sol, Odesza, Lane 8
Passions outside of yoga: Cooking, photography, and electronic music production. I’m great cook but less great at music production - have fun doing things you’re “bad” at!
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Lauren Marmol
Hometown: Bridgeport, CT
Training and Education: 200 Hour Vinyasa Yoga with Angela Meyer 2013, 500 Hour Power Yoga with Jason Crandell 2019
What to expect in class: My classes are a supportive space where everyone feels empowered to find strength and peace in their own body.
Three artists/genres that best reflect your playlists: Beautiful Chorus, James Blake, Lofi hip hop
Passions outside of yoga: I love painting and DIY projects!