About Cindy (Yoga and Life Coaching)
About Cindy
I have been passionately involved in Yoga and Wellness practices for close to 30 years.
This makes me a senior an seasoned teacher and practitioner!
I stumbled upon Yoga and Meditation in college, when my family life and health
were miserably falling apart, and I realized I was going to need strong tools
to manage stress and maintain my well being.
My first class awakened me to spirit and to new places in my body and mind.
Yoga and all that it represents allowed me to see “my story” but connect to my spirit.
It helped me deal with the stresses of my unhealthy past and see it all as a great teacher and a gift.
I was instantly hooked and found the practice to be a soothing salvation, a trusted therapist
~ my god, goddess and best friend.
My life was like the “phoenix rising from the ashes.”
I survived a difficult childhood, and came out healthier as an adult.
I learned to discern what I no longer wanted to attract in life, and to go after my dreams.
For me, Yoga was and continues to be a great mentor for life!
I absolutely adore teaching creative movement.
It works to heal and refresh body, mind and soul.
I have witnessed its power personally and professionally.
Known for my eclectic classes that weave elements from Vinyasa, Kundalini, Iyengar,
Yin, Restorative, and Therapeutic Yoga into my all of classes.
You never quite know what I will pull out of my sleeve,
but you can definitely expect fresh air, cool tunes, a spiritual directive,
an amazing workout, and a deep Shavasana and Meditation to finish.
I creatively draw into each class the wisdom of the eight limbs of
Ashtanga Yoga theory using breath, spiritual awareness, creative movement, imagery,
humor, psychology, relaxation and soul awareness.
I have a B.A. in Movement Therapy & Psychology,
and a Yoga Alliance eRYT 500 Hr & YCEP certification.
Other credentials include advanced certifications from
The White Lotus Foundation ~ Ganga White & Tracey Rich,
Seane Corn, Erich Schiffman, Bryan Kest, David & Doug Swenson, Duncan Wong,
Paul Grilley, Cheri Clampett & Arturo Peal and Judith Lasater.
In 2017, I completed my Wellness Coaching Certification Program
from The Martha Beck WayFinders Program, and began taking Yoga off the Mat.
Life Coaching is essentially Yoga of the Mind.
After years of taking care of people’s bodies and spirits,
I saw the need to also heal our minds.
My aim is to help people overcome everyday obstacles that get in the way
of them finding their true self, as well as their life’s dreams.
Working with the science of Neuroplasticity, I work to remove old patterns of thinking
and belief systems, helping to create newer and healthier ways of seeing and living life.
Often, integrating yoga and wellness practices into my teachings,
I lead people to find greater happiness in everyday life ~ to find peace in every moment!
Much of my work is doing one-on-one’s on the mat, in person, on the phone, or via Zoom.
Here to help, heal, love and live our lives to the richest.
My family and I live in Los Gatos.
When not doing Yoga, I enjoy cooking, gardening and playing with my daughter and pooches.
Resume Available Upon Request
I am proud to offer a resume with 30+ years of extensive study and education from teachers all over the world. The journey has been splendid and I have loved and grown beautifully from it all.
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Our Teachers
Jessica Williams
Jessica Williams
Jessica Williams
Jess is a trauma-informed, advanced yoga teacher dedicated to fostering community and empowering individuals through mind/body connection and self-compassion.
There have been many times throughout her adult life where she has struggled, but yoga has always come to the rescue -
everything about the 8 limbs of yoga has always resonated and supported her. Along with other various traditions and teachings they have given her relief and resources to reset herself.
Seeing others share similar struggles with the fast paced modern living, especially mothers dealing with neurodiversity, & others being in that sandwich generation of juggling kids and aging parents, this has really ignited her passion in helping women in particular to thrive, not just survive. Her teachings offer a myriad of tools to regulate the nervous system, release tension & rest, thereby enhancing well-being. Her goal is to see others to shine their unique light.
I specialize in the gentler styles of yoga such as restorative and yin but also love slow flow vinyasa.
Amy Schendel
Jessica Williams
Jessica Williams
Amy stumbled into yoga when she was attending a summer ballet intensive over 20 years ago and was instantly hooked.
As a new mother of 2 children a pediatric occupational therapist she had her hands full of stress and tension. Yoga was her and continues to be her go to place for stress reduction, comfort, resetting and truly connecting to the awe of life.
Amy is a long time student of Cindy's and completed her 200 hour yoga and meditation teacher training program under Cindy's tutelage.
She holds a 200 hour Yoga Alliance certification and works one on one with clients who have injuries, special needs or simply need a reset into their yoga and meditation practice.
Amy's teaching style is sweet and nuturing. She has an abundance of understanding and a keen intuition. You will love working with her. She is Cindy's #1 fill in when Cindy is unable to teach. She also provides valuable assistance for our coaching clients. We love her!