SAN FRANCISCO, CA

HOT HIIT FLOW & HHF W/ WEIGHTS & POWER YOGA TEACHER

Carrie was a competitive soccer player and has always been active. The first time she stepped into a Yoga studio was for a 90 minute Bikram Yoga class. She's never looked back, the discipline of the Yoga practice and mental strength it provides you is unmatched. Her love for Yoga + movement is poured into each and every class she teaches.

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Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Carley grew up an avid runner, skier and athlete. Fitness classes have always supplemented her routine, which is why she fell in love with Hot HIIT Flow; each class is consistently challenging and diverse. Carley stands by a simple view - If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you. Carley uses creative sequencing to help her students increase intensity and step out of their comfort zone.

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Alix is also a Lead in the Hot HIIT Flow Program. Alix lives a double life in San Francisco: Yogi by Dawn and Techie by Day. A former collegiate cheerleader, Alix's classes are upbeat and guaranteed to make you sweat! She emphasizes quality over quantity, with a focus on form and alignment. Get ready to GO in her classes!

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Hillary was initially drawn to the mat for physical benefits - she quickly discovered a much deeper level of mental, emotional and spiritual benefits that came from practicing yoga. In June of 2014, Hillary completed her 200hr teacher training program in Trocones, Mexico. It was an amazing experience that inspired her to share what she found in yoga with others through teaching. Hillary teaches an energizing vinyasa-based flow that emphasizes linking breath to movement. Her intention is to suit all levels, and to leave students feeling balanced, strong, relaxed and refreshed.

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Taylor is also a Lead in the Hot HIIT Flow Program. Taylor was first introduced to Bikram yoga in 2012, and was later introduced to Vinyasa yoga after years of long days working in restaurants. Through yoga, Taylor began to open up all the deepest, darkest corners of her mind and allow light to shine through. After moving back to the city, Karma Yoga's doors were coincidentally just opening! Taylor found a home with Karma Yoga and has stuck around ever since. Taylor is a spark of energy and mixes her connection with people and love of life into her classes.

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Kalen is also a Lead and a Teacher Trainer in the Hot HIIT Flow Program. Kalen found Karma shortly after the studio opened it's doors. She instantly fell in love with the community and classes! Kalen loves a good booty burn, arm pump and motivational quote. If you're not a morning person, her early morning classes will definitely make you one! Expect high energy classes, dancing and a playlist that appeals to all!

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Dana (RYT- 400) instantly fell in love with the vinyasa flow practice because of the physical challenges that it presented along with the aspect of tying breath to movement. What really won her over was how she felt after leaving each class -- grounded, calm, and ready to take on anything. Dana completed her first 200 hour training with Banyan Gallagher in Costa Rica in 2017. She's been at Karma Yoga ever since! Dana's classes offer a strong and flowy practice, challenging her students with creative sequencing plus great music.

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Kaitlyn started practicing yoga while in college on the east coast as a way to clear her head and stretch after long runs. When she moved to San Francisco, she immediately fell in love with Hot HIIT at Karma Yoga. Prior to Hot HIIT training, Kaitlyn also expanded her love for yoga by completing her 200-hour yoga teacher training at Yoga Flow. Kaitlyn's goal in her class is to show students that all you need is a mat to get in a killer workout!

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Megan has always been drawn to intense "all-out" workouts. She is driven by that "leaving it all on the court, field, mat, etc..." feeling and naturally found Hot HIIT Flow classes. After about 3 years of taking classes in San Francisco and feeling a deep sense of community with the studio, she decided to begin her teaching career. Megan's classes emulate what she loves so much about taking Hot HIIT - you can expect an intense and consistent workout that leaves you feeling powerful and exhausted in all the best ways.

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Emilie is also a Lead and a Teacher Trainer in the Hot HIIT Flow Program. Emilie began her love of fitness as a competitive basketball player, spending most of her time traveling on different leagues across California. After college, Emilie focused on running as her main form of "competition" and has raced in 4 half marathons. This also led to her discovery of Karma Yoga, and she has been a member for 5 years. Emilie leads her Hot HIIT Flow classes with the same level of intensity and competition that drove her athletic career. Be prepared to push yourself while having a laugh along the way!

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Melody is also a Lead and a Teacher Trainer in the Hot HIIT Flow Program. Melody fell in love with Karma and the community while she was preparing for the CA Bar Exam in 2019. The studio was her safe space back then and she’s been around ever since! She’s a proud Bay Area native and you’ll see that spice shine through in every single one of her classes! She'll push you in class with some throwback tracks and tons of energy! When she’s not in the studio taking or teaching hot HIIT, she’s either whipping up a craft cocktail or training to box!

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Michelle is also a Lead and a Teacher Trainer in the Hot HIIT Flow Program. Michelle found her new favorite workout with Karma Yoga in March 2020 and quickly fell in love with the Hot HIIT classes. With a background of 10+ years in competitive cheer and dj-ing, she loves the challenge of Hot HIIT and obviously, the music. She is a Bay Area native and loves to add some hyphy to her class. Off the mat, you can catch Michelle walking around with her pup, going to shows, or trying out a new restaurant.

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Samantha had been living in San Francisco since March of 2017, which is when she discovered Karma Yoga, where she’s been an avid member and now a teacher since August 2021! She is a fitness enthusiast who can also be found playing Gaelic Football on Treasure Island in the summers! Samantha loves Techno, EDM and Deep House with an occasion throwback! Her classes will be high energy and a ton of fun!

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Talya's sister introduced her to yoga in college and she immediately fell in love with the mind-body-heart-soul connection. It cultivated healing and growth in her body and became her avenue for mindfulness, a safe space to recognize and feel emotions. In her class, you can expect a dynamic, well-rounded flow and an energetic playlist with music from all genres. She is eager to help students attempt challenging asanas to learn more about their bodies and strength, but most importantly find peace and joy through breath and movement.

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Katie turned to yoga shortly after receiving a cancer diagnosis. She appreciated that yoga helped her to build strength while empowering her to tune into her body. She fell in love with the practice so much that she wanted to enable others to feel powerful and reconnect with their bodies, which to her, is what Karma Yoga SF is all about. Katie’s classes are dynamically sequenced and will be sure to challenge you mentally and physically. Each class is carefully sequenced so that every student can achieve their edge.

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Samira dove into yoga, breathwork, and writing in the early 2010's during a difficult chapter of her life to guide her through her healing. She hopes to inspire her students in various ways and spread joy, strength, and positivity through the power of yoga. She is especially attracted to the history and philosophy of yoga. Samira believes in always being a student of the practice. While flowing with Samira, you will ignite your core and use your body, mind, and soul in full to guide you through your practice.

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Lauren found Karma Yoga in 2019 and immediately fell in love with the workout and studio community. She has always led an active lifestyle through sports, group fitness and running and had always wanted to teach group fitness but never found the right class so once she found Karma, she took the first step in her teaching career! She loves both teaching and taking classes. She'll challenge you to push yourself during class and promises a killer playlist to help keep you going through that last round!

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Growing up Elyse was confused by her mothers love of yoga and meditation because she didn’t understand the impact. She later looked for ways to overcome stress and anxiety, she turned to yoga and has been practicing for over 10 years. She continued to deepen her own practice by getting certified in 2019 and found Karma Yoga returning to her love of vinyasa.When she’s not in the studio, she is outside with a coffee in hand.

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The yoga studio is one of Sevilla’s favorite places to be - when she is not teaching, she is likely taking class. Sevilla received her RYT-200 in 2022 in Costa Rica. While off the mat, she enjoys watching the sunrise, extra sweet lattes, and spending time in the sun. Sevilla fell in love with Karma’s sweaty classes and inspiring community after moving to San Francisco. Her classes are created with the intention to get her students into their bodies by moving through a strong flow and connecting to their breath.

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Sarah's yoga journey began in college, as yoga helped with her physical wellbeing as an asthmatic and her mental wellbeing. As a recent transfer to SF in 2020, Sarah found Karma Yoga when she started at the front desk. She then went through Karma's Yoga Teacher Training. Gaining deeper knowledge of yoga has helped her translate the principles and skills of the practice to her daily life and her creative teaching approach. Outside teaching, Sarah enjoys walks around the city, reading new books, and spending time with friends.

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Briana started working at the Karma Yoga front desk while working on her grad school dissertation and quickly fell in love with the Karma community! She has been practicing yoga for 10 years, initially to counterbalance the stress of school and sports. Briana completed her 200 hr training with Karma in Spring 2023, and jumped right into teaching after. From her classes, you can expect a fun range of music, from folk to funk, and meditation that taps into her background in research/behavioral economics and interest in mindfulness.

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Katie (RYT-200) began practicing Bikram yoga with her mom as a girl, and has been on her own yoga journey ever since. She has always found herself most attracted to classes with creative sequencing and bumping music - which led to her straight to Karma. She completed her 200hr teacher training at Karma under Carrie Brackin, and her life was forever changed! Katie teaches a challenging, yet accessible flow that will leave you feeling grounded, strong and invigorated. Katie’s class emphasizes proper alignment, while letting the music and breath guide you.

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Born and raised in the East Bay, Stephanie started practicing yoga as a teenager with her mom. While attending college, Stephanie leaned further into her yoga practice as a way to maintain balance in her life. She quickly realized that yoga extends beyond the body and helps her practice gratitude and patience. After moving back to San Francisco, Stephanie found Karma and was hooked. Stephanie’s classes are fun and challenging, with a focus on helping students create space for themselves. When she’s not at Karma, Stephanie works at a museum.

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Antonia discovered Karma in 2018 and instantly fell in love! Her passion for movement extends beyond the studio, encompassing outdoor adventures like hiking and running. For Antonia, pilates is more than just a workout; it's a vital form of stress management and self-care. She thrives on challenges, both in her personal fitness journey and her teaching, aiming to empower mind and body. With an eclectic playlist that spans house to trap to R&B, she's excited to share her killer tunes with you, making every session a truly fun experience.

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For Eve, there is a clear connection between physical exercise and mental clarity, self-confidence, and happiness. As an attorney, former D1 collegiate basketball player, and all around active gal, improving on physical and mental strength is a way of life. Eve will challenge you to push yourself and empower you to do the same with her unparalleled, upbeat positive energy. Off the mat you can find Eve at the beach, hiking, dancing, spending time with family and friends, or finding the next best ice cream spot in the Bay.

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Maya was born and raised in the Bay Area and is happy to be a part of the Karma community in San Francisco. She hopes to teach uplifting HHF classes that make her students love movement as much as she does!

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Hilary brings a unique blend of athleticism and mindfulness to every class. As a former gymnast, she discovered early on that daily movement is a source of joy and nourishment for the mind and soul. Hilary's journey to the Karma was driven by her passion for hot vinyasa yoga, overall well-being, and high-intensity interval training. Her goal is to create a HIIT experience that boosts your physical fitness and leaves you feeling strong, balanced, and uplifted, on and off the mat. Beyond the studio, Hilary enjoys hiking and playing tennis.