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Practice Notes: Stabilizing the Shoulders in Weight-Bearing Postures

Practice Notes: Stabilizing the Shoulders in Weight-Bearing Postures

In this Practice Notes tutorial, I break down 4 cues to create more support and stability in the shoulders whenever bearing weight on the hands. Not just limited to yoga asana, but this also applies to cross-training and maybe even your sport! Join me as I guide you through the steps.

Featured Writing: Cait in SurfGirl Magazine!

Featured Writing: Cait in SurfGirl Magazine!

I grew up reading surf magazines - they were almost like a Bible to me - with pages tagged and tear-out posters plastered on every wall. As a grom, my dream was to be featured in the pages of those magazines. When I realized that pro surfing was not in the cards for me, my dream shifted to seeing my writing featured on those pages.

Yoga for Surfers + Athletes: 3 Ways a Regular Practice Can Support You

Yoga for Surfers + Athletes: 3 Ways a Regular Practice Can Support You

With winter just around the corner, now is the time to start prepping the body and the mind for the first swell of the season. There are many ways in which a regular yoga practice can support your cross-training and surfing, but for me, these are my top 3:

Upcoming Retreat: Surf + Yoga in Nicaragua with GLOW!

Upcoming Retreat: Surf + Yoga in Nicaragua with GLOW!

I’m stoked to be a part of GLOW’s first ever Surf & Yoga Retreat and this one is all about cultivating presence on the mat & in the water. This week will leave all students feeling invigorated, confident, and connected as we dive deeply into the healing power of yoga & salt water, alike.

Yoga for Everybody: 5 Restorative Poses for a Recharge

Yoga for Everybody: 5 Restorative Poses for a Recharge

Life can be busy. And slowing down and really resting is rarely on our list of things to do. More often than not, we wait until we are forced to rest, whether that be due to burn out or illness or suffering an injury. Enter Restorative Yoga…

International Yoga Day + My 'Yoga Story'

International Yoga Day + My 'Yoga Story'

Yoga came into my life when I was 21 years old. Growing up I was an avid athlete – I played soccer and basketball, I was a competitive surfer, and I loved to run and train. Slowing down, moving with compassion, and sitting in stillness were words that most definitely weren’t in my vocabulary, let alone things that I ever practiced regularly…

New Playlist: 60min. Restorative Yoga + Relaxation

New Playlist: 60min. Restorative Yoga + Relaxation

A new Spotify playlist created for an hour-long Restorative Yoga practice to inspire rest and relaxation. Think of this as switching into your “do not disturb” mode. Grab some pillows and blankets, turn down the lights, hit play, and seep in the stillness… Allow it to help you refill your cup!

MFR for Surfers (y Todxs): Neck Tension Relief

MFR for Surfers (y Todxs): Neck Tension Relief

These three simple + effective myofascial release (MFR or self-massage) techniques are my go-to when I’m experiencing tension in my neck. Whether I’ve been logging hours paddling around on my surfboard or working over my desk + computer, these techniques tend to give me immediate relief... And the best thing, you don’t need any tools!

April Wellness Workshop: Spine Health

April Wellness Workshop: Spine Health

For this month’s wellness workshop we will be exploring myofascial release (MFR) techniques and gentle movement to support a supple and healthy spine. This workshop will benefit every body: Whether you spend a lot of time sitting at your desk during the week or put in hours working over your garden bed… Surfers and athletes will of course benefit from these techniques too!

Yoga for Surfers: Pre-Surf Mobility + a Post-Surf Recovery

Yoga for Surfers: Pre-Surf Mobility + a Post-Surf Recovery

I thought it’d be fun to share pieces of my practice in hopes that it’ll inspire you to roll out your mat and maybe provide you with some fresh ideas to incorporate into your own practice and/or teaching. My goal with these are to keep them short, sweet, and most importantly, effective. So if you’re interested, click through for these two mini sequences!

Practice with Me: Anytime Online with The Salty Club

Practice with Me: Anytime Online with The Salty Club

Did you know that you can practice with me anytime online over on The Salty Club App? Well if you don’t know, now you know! And I highly recommend checking out this incredible surf-inspired platform, if you haven’t already…

Journal Prompts for Monthly Reflection + Goal Setting

Journal Prompts for Monthly Reflection + Goal Setting

Taking the time to reflect and to set goals helps me to cultivate a clear and intentional path for navigating my day-to-day. If journaling is new to you and you’re looking for a place to start, or if you’re just looking for a little inspiration, here I share five journal prompts for monthly reflection and goal setting.

Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Upper Body

Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Upper Body

As promised from my previous Practice Notes, here are some of my favorite Child’s Pose variations for a little upper-body unraveling! These shapes are super yummy for the shoulders, chest, and upper back. Enjoy!

Self-Care Club: My Favorite Tools for Myofascial Release

Self-Care Club: My Favorite Tools for Myofascial Release

Self care and MFR have been synonymous for me these days. MFR is great to add into a self-care routine because it doesn’t take much time, and you don’t really need a whole lot of space or many tools… But, if you wanted to invest in some high-quality MFR tools to add to your self-care tool kit, then here I share three I can’t live without.

Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Low-Body Love

Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Low-Body Love

Child’s Pose. It’s one of those poses that just feels good. And the beauty of this pose, like all of the other poses we move through on our mats, is that we can make subtle adjustments within the shape that can totally change the intention and sensation of the shape…

A Fresh Schedule with New Classes for 2021

A Fresh Schedule with New Classes for 2021

It’s a New Year and life is still kinda weird so why not go ahead and switch things up a little bit!? I’m really excited about this new weekly schedule that features 3 different group classes: Flow, Yin + MFR, and NEW Sculpt Yoga. Classes are offered in-person and online. I hope to see you on your mat!

2020 in Rearview: 11 Things I've Learned This Past Year

2020 in Rearview: 11 Things I've Learned This Past Year

Needless to say, 2020 has been a challenging year for us all, affecting humans all across the globe. But I believe that challenges eventually pave way to solid foundations, growth, and expansion. So I thought it would be nice to compile, and share, a list of lessons that 2020 has taught me, and this is what came to mind…

Yin Yoga for Surfers: Unravel Tight Shoulders and Hips

Yin Yoga for Surfers: Unravel Tight Shoulders and Hips

Unlike its ‘yang’ counterpart (the beloved Vinyasa flow), Yin yoga is a practice that focuses more on stillness and introspection. Here I share 6 poses that can be strung together for a 30-minute Yin Yoga sequence to help you unravel tension in the shoulders and the hips — Great for surfers, athletes, weekend warriors, and everyone in between!

Now Available: Gift Certificates for Movement & Mindfulness

Now Available: Gift Certificates for Movement & Mindfulness

Give yourself, or someone you love, the gift of self-care! Gift Certificates are now available starting at $10 -- These are great gifts or stocking stuffers and can be used for the Friday "Feel Good" Flow, or for in-person or online private yoga session(s).

3 Tips to Boost Your Immune System — For this Season, and many more to come!

3 Tips to Boost Your Immune System — For this Season, and many more to come!

As we find ourselves stepping into what we commonly refer to as “flu season,” still bobbing and weaving our way through a pandemic, there’s a lot of talk around boosting our immune systems, and for obvious and very good reasons. But a strong immune response isn’t just critical now, it’s crucial for keeping us healthy and resilient throughout every season of our life.