Yoga

Stephani Sutherland, PhD, RYT500, has been practicing Yoga since she took her first group class in 1995, and studying Yoga since 2007. Stephani practices Viniyoga, a breath-centric practice that includes asana, pranayama, chanting and meditation, and study of the Yoga Sutras. She trained with renowned teacher Gary Kraftsow, MA, E-RYT500, C-IAYT, founder and director of the American Viniyoga Institute, completing the 500-hour Viniyoga Foundations Program in 2013. Viniyoga has evolved from the lineage of the teachings of T.K.V. Desikachar and T. Krishnamacharya of Madras, India. Since 2017, Dr. Sutherland has served as Faculty in the Yoga Therapy Training Program at the Soul of Yoga in Encinitas, CA. Dr. Sutherland brings a unique perspective, combining her many years of training and experience as a neuroscientist and communicator together with her dedication to the study and practice of yoga. Stephani is available to teach private yoga classes, group workshops or trainings according to your specific needs and interests.