Barb Plunkett

RYt-500

Barb became a yoga enthusiast living in Northern Cal in 2011 by walking into an Ashtanga Studio to practice. Immediately she recognized Pranayama (breathing) through Asanas (postures) helped reduce stress and anxiety. Barb began teaching in 2017 and continued her education becoming certified in Healing Emphasis Yoga in 2021 as a Yoga Therapist.

Along with flow classes, Barb’s education in teaching modalities earned her certifications in numerous techniques. Her tools include Dr. David Berchelli’s TRE (Trauma Release Exercises) along with Inner Vision Yoga’s CSR (Core Stress Release) as well as Somatic Emotional Release techniques. Coupled with a Doctorate from Walden University (dissertation topic: Managing Chronic IIlness), Barb strives to help people manage a host of conditions allowing greater personal freedom.

Yoga specializations in Yin, Myofascial Release, Yoga for Osteoporosis and Arthritis, Meditation and Nidra, Restorative, Trauma Release, along with Vinyasa Flow and continued work around Chakra balancing; have helped Barb to promote wellness and self-reliant healing. Barb teaches postural alignment noting that all bodies are not the same. She also works to open energy flow by activating the Chinese Meridians. Compassion, education, and life experiences; shine light on her dedication to helping others become the best version of themselves.

“I strive to blend aspects of ancient eastern traditions to our modern western lifestyles. Becoming a yoga teacher helps me cope with life on life’s terms and to live a better life. Let me help you shine through balance of body, mind, and spirit.”