Instructors & Staff / Laurel Goeke
Laurel Goeke
Studio Director & Founder
Email: laurel@sweetbayyoga.com
Why I Practice
Yoga has been my one constant through many moves, motherhood and life itself. Practice gives me strength and acceptance of the journey as a whole.
Why I Teach
Yoga is a tool to reach a shared quiet place. Each of us connects to ourselves, and opens to the world around us in a new way. Being present with others in these moments is deeply sustaining for me.
Qualifications
Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher; Teaching 2003-present; Training/ certification (London, Holland, Spain & India); Apprenticeship with John Schumacher; BA Wells College, Aurora NY; MA London School of Economics
Other
I'm especially grateful to Louise Hoyt for introducing me to Iyengar Yoga & for her unwavering support. I've studied with many teachers in just as many countries, including extended stays in India. The teachings of Kofi Busai, Dona Holleman, the Iyengar family, Pema Chodron & the poetry of Mary Oliver ground my practice and teaching. My greatest joys: being mother to my 3 favorite people, learning languages, and schnoodles + mini bernedoodles past & present. All inspire me daily!