Lisa Stephens-Haskins

Lisa's journey in yoga began with a personal search for a new, fun, and creative way to exercise, which led her to attend her first yoga class. This pivotal moment sparked a lifelong passion for the practice, transforming both her personal and professional life.Yoga Training and CertificationsLisa has been a dedicated student of yoga since she first entered the practice. She completed a Prana Flow 200-hour teacher certification program through the Samudra School of Living Yoga at Yogani Studios in Tampa, Florida, under the guidance of Micheline Berry from Venice, California. This rigorous training laid the foundation for her teaching career, emphasizing the importance of linking breath with movement and integrating prana (breath/life force) while maintaining structural alignment.Following her initial certification, Lisa expanded her expertise by obtaining specialized certifications, including:Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga certification from Stephanie Keach at Asheville Yoga CenterYoga for Oncology Patients certification under Dr. Sarah RauschRestorative Yoga certification with Nancy MacDonald (Shanti Vinyasa) at the Lotus PondTeaching PhilosophyAs both a student and teacher of Vinyasa Flow, Lisa's focus is on linking breath with movement and integrating prana while maintaining structural alignment. She encourages students to find their own internal space of stillness and peace, energizing and strengthening the body through mindful practice. Lisa is dedicated to creating a safe, peaceful, and nurturing environment where students can explore freedom of movement, learn to listen to, honor, and respect their bodies, and cultivate wellness.Personal Journey and MotivationLisa's yoga practice has been a source of strength and healing, especially as she coped with the loss of both her parents to cancer. Yoga provided her with the ability to find peace and cultivate wellness amid life's significant challenges. Inspired by her personal experiences, Lisa aims to share this awareness with her students, introducing the transformative potential of yoga to others.Professional BackgroundOriginally from Tampa, Florida, Lisa is a graduate of the University of Tampa, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems. She currently works as a ServiceNow CMDB Architect in Information Technology at Moffitt Cancer Center and has held various roles since she began her IT Career at Moffitt in October 2012.ConclusionLisa believes yoga is a gift—one she is honored to share with others. Her teaching combines technical expertise, compassion, and a deep personal understanding of yoga's transformative power. Through her classes, Lisa strives to empower students to find peace, strength, and wellness, regardless of where they are on their personal journeys.