Amber LaPointe - E-RYT 500

I wasn't aware that there were different types of yoga and gentle yoga wasn't the one for me at the time. It took me seven years to step on a mat again, but when I did it felt like home. After that, I practiced and took classes when I could and I often visited Kripalu a couple times a year. During a visit I noticed that every time I passed by the catalog display a little voice inside me would say "yoga teacher training". I ignored it. But every time I went back to Kripalu, it got louder. Finally, in January of 2007, I listened and started looking for a training program that suited my needs. I completed my yoga teacher training in April of 2007 and became a RYT, Registered Yoga Teacher. I now have over 8,000 hours of experience teaching yoga classes, workshops, yoga for the workplace/office, yoga for athletes, yoga teacher trainings, and yoga retreats.In my teaching, I try to keep things light and fun and accessible to all. I strongly encourage people to listen to their body, to find a balance between effort and ease, and to breathe... can't do a pose? Just breathe. I work to help my students integrate the mind, body and breath in a way that leaves them feeling calm, yet strong and renewed. I grew up in small town outside of Ithaca, NY. I have a diverse work and education background. My work experience includes sales and marketing, management and leadership, real estate, interior design, and other miscellany. I have owned and helped manage several businesses over the years which has helped me develop a diverse skill set. My thirst for knowledge kept me busy in my younger years. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business and several certificates (one year programs) including, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Hospitality Management. Some of the things in life that I am passionate about are my children, teaching and sharing yoga with others, nature, today's environmental issues, and healthy food (especially when it is shared with friends and family!). I enjoy many outdoor activities including hiking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, and snow shoeing.I feel honored to have the opportunity to own such a transformative business. If everyone did yoga, the world would be a better place. Thank you for taking the time to learn about me. Namaste!