MICHELLE MAZUR         

OBJECTIVE

Using my knowledge of the ancient philosophy of yoga, I want to help and heal others through implementing my in-depth
understanding of the body and how it relates to the nervous system.

CERTIFICATIONS

• CYT, E-RYT – 500 hour Yoga Therapy (Yoga RX), Loyola Marymount University
• 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher
• Yoga Philosophy, Loyola Marymount University

TEACHER TRAINING 

• Teacher Training - Yogaworks 
• Completed three Teacher Trainings with Lisa Walford, Jasmine Lieb, and Maty Ezraty
• Completed one Advanced Teacher Training, (invite for teachers only)

EDUCATION: 15 year personal yoga practice

Styles of Yoga studied and qualified to teach include:

• Ashtanga (2nd Series completed)
• Iyenger (Iyenger Institute under senior student of   Mr Iyengar, Manuso Manas)
• Vinyasa Flow (Yogaworks Style)
• Viniyoga/ Yoga Therapy under Gary Kraftsow                                     

Completed a multitude of workshops from world renown master teachers including: to name just a few…

IYENGER STUDY:

• Manuso Manas (Iyengar, studied teacher training for 7 years)
• Ramanan Patel 
• Roger Cole (Iyengar and anatomy specialist)
• Donna Hallaman 
• Lisa Walford (Master Iyengar teacher, Yogaworks)
• Aadile Palkhivala
• Lois Steinberg (Iyengar Theraputics)
• Kofi Busia (Iyengar Institute)
• Marla Apt
• Paul Cabanese

ASHTANGA STUDY:

• Richard Freeman 
• Maty Ezraty and Chuck Miller
• Jorgen Christensen 

VINIYOGA, MEDITATION, PRANAYAMA STUDY:

• Gary Kraftsow (creator of the Viniyoga style)
• Leslie Kaminoff (breathe specialist)
• Amy Wheeler
• Chase Bossart
• Jasmine Lieb

YOGA PHILOSOPHY STUDY:

• Robert Birnberg (Yoga Therapist who specializes in  yoga philosophy
• Dr.John Casey
• Dr.Chris Chappel

YOGA THERAPY STUDY:

• Dr Larry Payne
• Dr Linda Lack
• Dr John Casey
• Dr Chris Chappel

VINYASA FLOW STUDY: to name just a few

• Annie Carpenter 
• Vinnie Marino
• Seane Corn
• Rodney Yee

 SURGERIES: I have had two hip surgeries and a spinal fusion. I have a hands on experience how to help rehab from specific surgeries because of my own experience. Spending so much time with orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists have taken my yoga therapy training to another level. I believe my work is the next step you need to take after these surgeries when your physical therapist gives you the release. I run and jump ,practice yoga and do everything I did when I was younger.THese surgeries have not taken away anything from my life just given me more knowledge to help others on their journey.

EMPLOYMENT & EXPERIENCE

National Yoga Institute: Santa Monica, CA  - September 2008 – Present

Run Teacher Training Program: My teacher training program focuses on presenting students with the proper tools for discovering their own
personal direction as a future yoga teacher.  In learning all the various styles of yoga, and with regard for their own personal strengths and
practice, my program guides students in deciding not only which style they want to focus, but also to whom they want to teach.  Program
consists of...

Yoga Practice  -

• Learning to develop and deepen a daily asana practice while increasing strength, flexibility, stamina, and balance

Anatomy  - 

• Study focus of the text ‘Anatomy in Movement’, learning an anatomical language suitable for teaching
• Learning proper Iyenger alignment (very strong focus, especially for my “Yoga for Dancers” teacher training); and learning to receive
  and perform hands-on adjustments

Yoga philosophy – 

• Learn about the ancient texts to help deepen the knowledge of yoga

Meditation – 

• Utilizing Pranayama (breath) to create an inward focus for deeper levels of awareness and balance in the     mind and body

Teaching Skills – 

• Learning how to properly sequence poses to create a balanced flow in class
• Tailor sessions for both individual and group instruction, as well a beginner to a more advanced student.
• Learn to work with injuries, overweight, stiffness, and seniors and learn how to modify all postures/classes to fit these students
• Ayurveda - Introduction

Yoga Therapy – Introduction

• Learning how to utilize yoga as a form of therapy for chronic illnesses, pain, and suffering and then how to implement accordingly based
  on the special needs of the student

Freelance Private Yoga Instructor catered specifically to each individuals needs - January 2004 – Present

Yogaworks - January 2004 – September 2008 (Assisted principal senior teachers before I started teaching.)

• Jasmine Lieb, senior yoga therapist 
• Annie Carpenter, senior Vinyasa flow teacher 
• Lisa Walford, senior Iyengar teacher.

Brentwood Yoga (Owner/Yoga Teacher) - January 2003 – December 2006

Taught Various Yoga classes including:

• Iyengar (Level 1 and 2)
• Vinyasa Flow (Levels 2 and 2/3)
• Intro to Yoga (for elderly and obese/overweight)
• Yoga for Dancers (focus on proper alignment for dancers to help and prevent injuries)
• Restoratives for elderly and injured

USC Hospital (Volunteer )  - June 2008

• Taught a specialized yoga retreat for Alzheimer’s patients

AFFILIATIONS

• Member of International Association of Yoga Therapists 
• Member of Yoga Alliance

OTHER SKILLS

• Highly trained ballet dancer, American Ballet Theater, Have studied Pilates for 20 years, Gyrotonics
• For 25 years have studied alternative medicine, nutrition, and homeopathy

Please contact me for request of personal recommendations and/or further information.  Namaste!