I offer integrative health education based on my personal yoga practice and study.
I have taught yoga practices since 2002 and offered yoga-based therapeutics since 2007.
My teaching is informed by the master instructors who have guided me as well as the perspectives and understanding gained in credited coursework in anatomy, physiology, biology, kinesiology, cadaver dissection and therapeutic movement. To formalize my decades of study, I earned a master of science in yoga therapy at Maryland University of Integrative Health. I am registered as a certified yoga therapist with IAYT. I am also a certified iRest Level 1 teacher. My scope of practice includes physical postures, breathing exercises, restorative yoga, and mindfulness techniques such as meditation and heart-centered communication. While all this training may sound rather serious, I do not take myself seriously. I believe that a little humor goes a long way. I also believe that I am funny — and I’m not shy about it.
I primarily study with Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D., PT. I serve as a guest lecturer for Judith’s advanced trainings in Restorative Yoga. I also serve as her senior teaching assistant at workshops around the United States, when I’m not at the front of the class. Judith, Lizzie Lasater, and I co-teach several online courses. For a taste of how we work together, check out our different series on YouTube.
My first book, Teach People, Not Poses, was released by Shambhala Publications on August 29, 2023.
Continuing education is my specialty.
I offer digital courses and in-person instruction.
Virtual Sessions like Asana Lab via Zoom. Digital courses at lasater.yoga. Retreats and weekend intensives. Whether you are interested in exploring a personal practice or building skills as an instructor, I teach body and movement sciences as they relate to practice along with asana, pranayama, and other limbs of yoga.
If you'd like to learn more, please contact me.
“Mary’s classes have the gentleness and compassion needed for beginners as well as the challenge required for advanced students. She finds ways to help her students develop their own daily practice.”
