Bree Ponder-Koenig E-RYT 500
Vinyasa*Power Flow*Yin*Restorative*SUP*Hot*Sculpt*
Lead Trainer & Developer of 200 Hour Yoga Instructor Programs
Inspired by my teachers, peers and students, my main focus in each class I teach is proper alignment and safety. I use descriptive cues to guide my students through challenging transitions and into progressively more intense asanas. Expect detailed instructions, pranayama exercises and positive affirmations to heighten self awareness and increase the benefits of each posture. I aim to guide each student through a transformational yoga experience that leaves them feeling successful, renewed and empowered.
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I HEART YOGA, Dana Point, CA * 2015 to Present Developer & Lead instructor of 200 Hour Vinyasa Yoga Certification Program * 2013 to Present Yoga in the Park, Vinyasa, Yin, Gentle Flow, Power Flow, Sculpt, SUP Yoga I HEART YOGA IN MEXICO * 2014 to Present Yoga Retreats in Baja California, MX YOGA FOR ADDICTION RECOVERY * 2013 to Present CHAPTERS OF CAPISTRANO San Clemente, CA * 2010 to Present SOVEREIGN HEALTH San Clemente, CA * 2013 to 2015 ABLE TO CHANGE San Juan Capistrano, CA ASANA FIT, San Clemente, CA * 2007 to 2016 Foundations, Yin, Yoga Sculpt, Vinyasa, Hot 26, Hot Power Fusion * 2010 & 2011 Lead Trainer & Co--Developer of 200 Hour Hatha Yoga Certification Program THE YOGA SPOT, San Clemente, CA * 2008 to 2009 Svaroopa (Restorative) Yoga 24 HOUR FITNESS, San Juan Capistrano, CA * 2007 to 2008 Power Yoga, Pilates Basics |
TRAINING
300 hour ADVANCED TEACHER TRAINING -2017 Awakened Life School of Yoga 1 YEAR RESTORATIVE APPRENTICE -2008 Ann Perry of The Yoga Spot 100 HOUR HOT POWER FUSION -2008 Jay Murphy of Corepower Yoga BIKRAM APPRENTICE -2007 Inez Shed of Aha Yoga 200 HOUR TEACHER -2006 Brigette Kristen & John Gaydos of Yoga Works GROUP X FITNESS INSTRUCTOR -2006 24 Hour Fitness |
Bree Koenig, E-RYT 500
Hello, my name is Bree,
I am eager to pass on this incredible gift that is clarity of mind and peace through the moving meditation of yoga!
I was introduced into this lifestyle in 2003 when a friend of mine took me to a Bikram Yoga class. After many years of dance and gymnastics Yoga came very natural to me and I was immediately fascinated. I had suffered a number of great tragedies in the previous year that brought me into a state of deep depression and despair. Through Hot Yoga I was able to find a healthy outlet for my sorrow. As I began exploring different styles of Power Yoga I discovered the amazing benefits and improvements in my physical body.
The first Restorative Yoga class I attended was a Svaroopa Yoga class in 2005 with Ann Perry at The Yoga Spot. I then uncovered the influence that Yoga can have through meditation to calm the mind and bring tranquility to the self. That first Svaroopa session left me feeling like I had just received a full body massage as well as undergone an emotional liberation. I was able to completely relax and free myself from some of the internal sadness that I had buried deep inside myself, I actually cried during class. For the first time I was able to calm my mind completely and truly find a sense of release, at that moment I was completely PRESENT.
I was truly inspired that day. I had found myself after being so very lost. I had found the path in which I was to follow for the rest of my life . . . I want to inspire others onto this healing yoga path.
In 2006 I received an excellent education from Birgitte Kristen and John Gaydos for my 200-hour Teacher Training Certification through “Yoga Works”. The following year I had the privileged of being able to work one on one with Ann Perry, owner of "The Yoga Spot", for over a year to learn Svaroopa and Restorative Yoga. That experience taught me how to use props as a tool to understand the balance between working and relaxing my body. My experience with restorative yoga taught me the importance of maintaining a deep sense of inner calm through all situations and now inspires my personal teaching style. Even in Power yoga there is a need for stillness of the mind to receive the most benefits and perform at your fullest potential.
I am extremely passionate about the healing possibilities that any yoga style can provide your whole being, mind, body and spirit. I would love to share my knowledge and passion for yoga with you and your loved ones.
Namaste,
Bree
I am eager to pass on this incredible gift that is clarity of mind and peace through the moving meditation of yoga!
I was introduced into this lifestyle in 2003 when a friend of mine took me to a Bikram Yoga class. After many years of dance and gymnastics Yoga came very natural to me and I was immediately fascinated. I had suffered a number of great tragedies in the previous year that brought me into a state of deep depression and despair. Through Hot Yoga I was able to find a healthy outlet for my sorrow. As I began exploring different styles of Power Yoga I discovered the amazing benefits and improvements in my physical body.
The first Restorative Yoga class I attended was a Svaroopa Yoga class in 2005 with Ann Perry at The Yoga Spot. I then uncovered the influence that Yoga can have through meditation to calm the mind and bring tranquility to the self. That first Svaroopa session left me feeling like I had just received a full body massage as well as undergone an emotional liberation. I was able to completely relax and free myself from some of the internal sadness that I had buried deep inside myself, I actually cried during class. For the first time I was able to calm my mind completely and truly find a sense of release, at that moment I was completely PRESENT.
I was truly inspired that day. I had found myself after being so very lost. I had found the path in which I was to follow for the rest of my life . . . I want to inspire others onto this healing yoga path.
In 2006 I received an excellent education from Birgitte Kristen and John Gaydos for my 200-hour Teacher Training Certification through “Yoga Works”. The following year I had the privileged of being able to work one on one with Ann Perry, owner of "The Yoga Spot", for over a year to learn Svaroopa and Restorative Yoga. That experience taught me how to use props as a tool to understand the balance between working and relaxing my body. My experience with restorative yoga taught me the importance of maintaining a deep sense of inner calm through all situations and now inspires my personal teaching style. Even in Power yoga there is a need for stillness of the mind to receive the most benefits and perform at your fullest potential.
I am extremely passionate about the healing possibilities that any yoga style can provide your whole being, mind, body and spirit. I would love to share my knowledge and passion for yoga with you and your loved ones.
Namaste,
Bree
