Claire Mark
Claire Mark
Number of Years Teaching
25
Teaching Style
Vinyasa with smart sequencing
Inspiration
My students, family, and friends
FAQ
What inspired you to teach yoga?
I was blown away by how yoga made me feel. I honestly never thought I'd be a yoga teacher but as I continued to practice I knew I wanted to share the experience with others. It is my greatest joy to teach and I love the experience of teaching on retreats because we have more time to explore and practice and go deeper than we would in a regular class setting.
Who are your most influential teachers?
My most influential yoga teachers are Maty Ezraty, Natasha Rizopoulos and Peter Rizzo and my most influential teachers in life are my parents, my sister and my partner Jason.
How would you describe your classes?
Vinyasa with healthy alignment and creative flowing sequences that are challenging but won't overtax your body.
Why do you feel retreats are transformational?
Retreats are an incredible place for transformation on and off the mat. On the mat we have more time to explore longer practices, work on different poses and workshop challenging asanas. Off the mat we dive deeper into meditation and also have time to connect with other like minded people away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. The combination of these two things allows people to open up, release and let go of old habits and patterns that no longer serve them and choose to make new commitments to healthy living as they head home.
What is your favorite pose to teach?
Triangle, handstand, wheel, down dog... I can't pick just one!!
What is your favorite pose to practice?
Handstand variations
Where are your favorite places to travel?
Places that I've never been before!