bernadette

miller

e-ryt 200hr

Bernadette’s yoga roots began to grow while living in San Francisco in 2003. She began an apprenticeship in the style of Bhakti Yoga. Born with a passion for movement and dance, yoga became second nature. She practiced many modalities of yoga in the years to follow and has a great appreciation for sweaty vinyasa flows, and gentle slow stretches. Becoming a certified teacher in 2013 through SLO Yoga Center and again in 2019 specializing in Yin yoga. She believes her teaching is molded from her almost 20 years of taking classes with beloved teachers and the wisdom they bestowed. She knows that practicing yoga will help you understand how the mind and body are intrinsically connected. Her teaching focuses on alignment, breath, flexibility, long held stretches and holding space for her students to feel it all.

billea dyson

ryt 200hr | inferno hot pilates

Billea Dyson is one of the first Inferno Hot Pilates instructors on the Central Coast and owner of the former Central Coast Yoga and Pilates studio we now know as Pure Yoga and Wellness. Billea is a pioneer in wellness for the county and mentor to many. She completed her 200hr YTT in 2020 and has a passion for health and wellness. A lifetime fitness lover, she loves to see help others achieve their goals and feel good! Billea has a background in nursing as is a proud mom of two daughters and a son. She guarantees both fun and results in every class!

brittini

soó

e-ryt 500hr | yoga sculpt | Kettle Bell

After years in the professional world, Brittni found her lifelong passion of sharing the art of yoga, fitness, nutrition and wellness as a yoga teacher and Ayurveda Wellness Counselor, to make sure everyone has confidence about the way they look and feel. Brittni has a 500 hr RYT yoga certification with a yoga extension masters in both yoga and yoga sculpt. Brittni has two goals in life; to be happy and to inspire others. Born and raised in San Diego she moved to SLO to cultivate community and teach. Her classes are just as much alignment based as they are fun and her MO is maximizing the time on your mat to remember your infinite potential. No matter what class you take, you can expect to flow to the beat of the music and have a life changing breakthrough with a belly laugh or a a yummy dose of happy tears. Her words to live by: "You were born with the ability to change someone’s life—don’t ever waste it.” —Dale Partridge

Cassidy represents the mutual balance between joy and compassion — her goal during class is to celebrate the power of movement and meet you exactly where you are on your journey. She completed her Yoga Sculpt certification at Pure Yoga and Wellness in early 2022 with guidance under Brittni Soó, of The Yoga Standard. With years of dedication to her personal health and fitness journey she is thrilled to inspire others to feel confident and committed to a practice of their own. While seeking a passion that aligned with her current career as a hair stylist, Yoga Sculpt was the perfect answer to further her dedication of empowering others to seek motivation and movement blended with the meditative components of yoga.

Chelcy Westphal is a registered yoga teacher, certified functional movement specialist, personal trainer, pilates instructor, and nutrition coach. She brings her experiences as a collegiate volleyball player and background in physical therapy to work with clients of all athletic backgrounds and limitations. As a multi-passionate person Chelcy enjoys practicing and teaching many different styles of yoga; from Restorative to Power Vinyasa to Sculpt. Chelcy graduated from Cal Poly with a degree in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration with a concentration in community recreation and non profit administration. As the Operations Director for Paso Robles Physical Therapy she leads a compassionate staff working within the north county to restore function and pain free movement for those in rehabilitation. She takes the principles that she has learned in physical therapy with the traditions of the ancient yoga practice to guide clients to make empowered mindful steps towards their best self.

"I work with those who are overwhelmed by the many choices in fitness, disconnected from their physical and emotional bodies, and ready to embrace joy in wellness. Through a compassionate approach to physical fitness, and an intentional approach to life, I hope students leave class feeling inspired, empowered, and strong."

greg

hazelhofer

ryt 200hr

As a life long wrestler and weight lifter Greg has always been a practitioner of movement. He started a career in teaching Special Education and Coaching wrestling in 2009 in the Bay Area. Shortly after he began his yoga journey on a whim in an effort to help heal his back when he was told he would need surgery. He immediately fell in love with the practice and started seeing the results. He was able to wrestle, coach and live without pain!

He moved to Atascadero in 2014 to teach and coach at Atascadero high school. It was then that he started practicing at what is now PURE Yoga and Wellness!

He continued his practice and in 2020 decided it was time to take it to the next level and get a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher certificate. After completing his training he was still eager to learn more and completed an advanced mentorship program with Khristine Jones out of Morro Bay. Since then he has incorporated yoga into all aspects of his life and thoroughly enjoy sharing the gifts of practicing yoga.

grace

berg

E-ryt 200hr

Grace is passionate about living an abundant life and helping others to do the same. She began to practice yoga regularly after college while working a desk job. It started as a way to improve her posture and reduce stress but quickly became a healthy obsession. In yoga, she discovered a beautiful way of integrating therapeutic care for her body, mind and soul all at once. She trained as a yoga instructor through the Yoga Works teacher training in 2010. After teaching yoga and working as a massage practitioner and doula for several years, she took a break to devote attention to her growing family and all things birth, baby and pre and postpartum care related. In her classes, she hopes you’ll build an appreciation for your amazing body, an awareness of prana, and a greater sense of presence.

When not practicing yoga, you’ll find her adventuring with her 4 young kids, homeschooling, hiking, reading, or stopping to smell the roses.

irina

astrom

e-ryt 200hr

While on the East Coast exploring her passions in Hatha, Ashtanga and Bikram yoga styles, Irina completed her 200-hr CYT at the North Carolina School of Yoga. Soon after, she completed additional yoga teacher training certifications in Children’s and Teen yoga, inspired by her own children’s curiosity to learn and understand the 8 limbs of yoga.

Her style of teaching focuses on balance, guiding her students through a challenging and introspective sequence. Irina draws application from her own personal experiences to create a pathway for her students to discover a conscious awareness of their own mind, body, breath connection. Irina has also pursued her passion for natural healing and completed certification as a Sacred Medicinal Healing Woman, continuing to apply her ever evolving natural healing knowledge and insight to her teachings and personal development.

jacqui

gaston

e-ryt 500hr | yoga sculpt

Jacqui found yoga here on the the central coast in 2010. She originally started yoga hoping it would help with anxiety and stress. Not only did it help, but she quickly fell in love with everything yoga had to offer. Every time she came to her mat she felt a sense of calm, just simply moving with her breathe. She loved the community that came with her yoga practice. Within a year she found that vinyasa yoga was where her heart was. She loved challenging her body and mind with every class. The fact that you never knew what was coming with each class and instructor was her favorite part.

In 2013 Jacqui completed her 200 hour training in San Luis Obispo and began teaching. In 2017 she completed her advanced 300 hour training under Noah Maze and Rocky Heron in Hollywood. Delving into advanced training was one of her most rewarding experiences.

Jacqui is experienced is hatha yoga and well known for her vinyasa and power flow classes. Expect to be challenged, sweat, and most importantly have fun!

jessica

otter

inferno hot pilates | yoga sculpt | kettle bell | Mindset coach

Jessica's yoga experience began 2 decades ago with Bikram in SLO. Throughout these years she fell off and on the yoga wagon, but was blessed to find what is now Pure Yoga and Wellness and was immediately addicted to the community, high quality teachers, and magical space. This fit right in as a necessary balance with her journey of personal development and training, while also serving the community as a paramedic for over 20 years. Caring for (and often lifting) humans while on shift work (24-48 hr shifts) for a living can take a toll on the body and mind and her yoga and Pilates practice kept her sustainable in both, while reminding her of her JOY!

She has completed Level I, II, and III training for Inferno Hot Pilates (IHP) and also obtained certification in mindset coaching- a practice that uses Time-Line Therapy for MASSIVE transformation in any area of life.

It is her honor and sincere pleasure to practice with our community whether along side of you in class or guiding you in remembering YOUR POWER AND JOY.

Karlie

Higginbotham

e-ryt 500hr | yoga sculpt | YACEP® | kettle bell |inferno hot pilates | mindset coach

Karlie Higginbotham is the founder and owner of PURE Yoga and Wellness which was born out of her love and dedication to her practice and community. She’s on a mission to help you create a healthy sustainable routine through her compassionate leadership. We value the importance of your authenticity and welcome you to come as you are.

Karlie is known for her authentic, joyful attitude and ability to weave meaningful messages with lighthearted moments in class and life. Her in-class superpowers are epic timing, fun transitions, and binge-worthy playlists. You will walk away from her classes feeling energized and empowered to be authentic, pure you.

Karlie has over taught thousands of classes over making her a E-RYT as well as trained and certified in Yoga Sculpt, Inferno Hot Pilates and Kettle Bell training and is currently enrolled in a 300hr YTT with Susanna Barkataki through Ignite Yoga Institute. Aside from trainings you can feel her immense gratitude to all her teachers along the way. She is a forever student and prioritizes expansion for herself and those around her. Additionally, she is a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider® so keep an eye out for upcoming workshops and trainings.

melissa highland

TYS Yoga Sculpt & Personal Trainer

Meet Melissa, an enthusiastic Yoga Sculpt instructor dedicated to inspiring your journey towards a healthier, happier self. With a Kinesiology degree from Cal Poly and certification as a Personal Trainer, she is well-equipped to guide you on your path to wellness. Melissa solidified her commitment to this journey in 2022 when she completed her Yoga Sculpt teacher training.

As a fellow traveler on the human journey, Melissa deeply understands the value of a dedicated movement practice for overall well-being. She firmly believes in yoga's transformative power for the mind, body, and spirit. Melissa infuses each class with her passion for learning and growth.

Join Melissa for a class, and prepare to leave feeling joyful, accomplished, and energized!

Morgan Jaleh Dehmohseni

e-ryt 200hr

Morgan is an experienced yoga teacher with a decade of teaching all styles of yoga under her belt. Her passion lies in creating an immersive experience that allows practitioners to fully connect with their bodies. Through skillful transitions, she keeps her students engaged and present throughout the practice. Morgan's classes are enhanced by soul-stirring music, adding an element of inspiration and joy.

Currently pursuing her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Cal Poly, Morgan is dedicated to furthering her knowledge and understanding of psychosomatic modalities. Her goal is to expand her expertise and delve deeper into the mind-body connection.

Outside of her yoga practice, Morgan finds delight in dancing, spending time in nature, exploring acupuncture, and indulging in sound baths. She cherishes life's moments with her partner and their three beloved dogs.

solene fabre

ryt 500hr

Finding balance, equilibrium in the challenge of experiencing life but also in the beauty of it, is what inspires Solène. Her journey is about being in harmony with the body and mind, developing strength, adaptability, and connection within, through a spiritually and physically organized yoga practice.

Certified in 2020 she keeps a continuing education, especially with Jason Crandell’s Yoga method, and is a member of the Yoga Alliance.

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