the original crew 2002

We offer Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, Flow Yoga, Meditation, Pre Natal and More. Located in a walk-up 2nd floor studio infused with natural light and ocean breezes, our main studio windows open East onto the Middle River. Watch the sun rise as you make your sun salutations and the moon rise as you melt into final relaxation. Relax in our T-Lounge with a complimentary cup of tea, or shop our great recycled clothing section with lots of designer goodies. Recycling doesnt have to be dull. If you have some like-new clothes and accessories you no longer wear, we'll take a look. If we sell them for you we'll share the profits. Its a win-win-win!

Also check out our exclusive line of Red Pearl Yoga clothing, with in-house designed graphic T shirts.

We have a family of twelve instructors and our weekly schedule features a variety of classes for all levels. We want to keep growing with you.

Our events, and workshops can be viewed on the events page, or call the listed telephone number on our contact page. Our beautiful space is also available for rental for privately-organized gatherings and workshops.Our Lotus Groove (every third saturday) is postponed until further notice.

Twice-yearly, we have an Artists' Exhibition and Open House celebration featuring local, cutting edge Art and Music. We look forward to meeting you. Namaste.


Instructors

Karen Gavrilov

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Near the sound water makes.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? My chiropractor loaned me a Raquel Welch book of Bikram Yoga.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Procrastination...Can we talk about that later?
  4. Favorite type of food? Last night --gnocci w/ truffle , tonight...?
  5. What or Who inspires you? The resilience of the human spirit.
Karen earned her Ashtanga Teacher Certification at It's Yoga in San Francisco in 2001 and taught Yoga at Stanford University and the Palo Alto YMCA. She returned to South Florida, opening Red Pearl Yoga in 2002. Trained in Classical Ballet for 12 years, she brings a love of detail to her teaching. Karen has a fine arts/Photography Degree from the University of South Florida. She is also a Visual Stylist for Neiman Marcus since 1993. Three gifts that she brings to the world are: creativity, attention to detail, passion for sharing good food. note: Karen was voted "best Yoga Instructor by City Link Magazine in 2007"

Benito Gonzalez

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Next to the water.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? Yoga Journal Magazine.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? The custard fruit tarts!
  4. Favorite type of food? Raw
  5. What or Who inspires you? My mother and Yoga.
Benito is certified to teach Ashtanga Yoga from Miami Yoga Shala. He is a voracious learner and has studied with Shri K. Pathabbi Jois, Tim Miller, Richard Freeman. He studies extensively with Kino MacGregor and Tim Feldman, and is currently working through 2nd Series Ashtanga. Benito has a college degree in Mass Media from the University of Mexico. Three gifts that he shares with the world are: warmth, and helping others to appreciate the moment, and his dedicated self study.

Kate Brescia

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Somewhere there's a breeze.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? My Mom
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Caffeine
  4. Favorite type of food? Food shared with family & friends-- and cheese!
  5. What or Who inspires you? People who openly share their wisdom & love
Kate is a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance and certified at The Yoga Center of Deerfield Beach. Her life long love of dance and movement inspires her creative yoga classes. She has a degree in finance from the University of Florida. Three gifts that she shares with the world are: compassion, joy, and great parties.

Sheila Mandell

  1. Favorite place to meditate? In my car. Parked.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? Passed by a yoga studio, wondered what the buzz was all about.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Nothing. I practice moderation.
  4. Favorite type of food? Fish, Rice, and Vegetables
  5. What or Who inspires you? Travel, and the amazing people you meet along the journey, Music, and 2008 US Election!
Sheila was born in the Phillipines, and has lived in Los Angeles and in Manhattan. In NYC she discoverd Yoga, while working in finance. She left the Corporate World to follow her passion for studying and sharing Yoga and all it can offer. Sheila's Yoga training was primarily with Rolf Gates of Prana Power Yoga in NYC. She has additional intensive training with Seane Corne, Sri. K. Patthabhi Jois, Kino MacGregor, and Jordan Bloom. She continues to develop her self and her study and share that growth and exploration with her students. Three gifts she shares with the world are her Generosity, Sincerity, and Excitement about Life

 

Jess Elizabeth

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Everywhere.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? A statue of Shiva my father got in India
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Chocolate. I swear it calls to me in my sleep!
  4. Favorite type of food? Indian, Thai, Sushi and anything that my daughter Sage cooks up.
  5. What or Who inspires you? Absolutely. Every. One.
Jess has been teaching yoga for 10 years in South Florida. A Professional Yoga Therapist, and a Certified Kripalu Yoga Insructor, Jess specializes in Prenatal Yoga as well as Restorative Yoga Therapy. Her recent journey with Cancer has led her deeper into the spiritual aspects of the yogic philosophy. She loving challenges her students to integrate the lessons and gifts of yoga into their daily lives. Three gifts she shares with the world are acceptance, unconditional love and a myriad of blossoming talents not yet known, even to her.

Deborah O'Brien

  1. Favorite place to meditate? The ocean.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? Raquel Welch video (thanks Mom!)
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you?Being late.
  4. Favorite type of food? Avocado, in all its manifestations!
  5. What or Who inspires you? Yoga. It's expanded all aspects of my life.
Deborah completed, with honors, the YogaFox/Red Pearl collaborative Teacher Training program in August of 09. She is very passionate about introducing new people to Yoga and Wellness and facilitates this thru Community Outreach and philanthropic ventures such as Relay for Life (elected event chair 2010) and The Smart Ride . A classically trained singer, Deb spent much time in the Theatre, both onstage, and behind the scenes in production/technical. She finds Yoga a tool to heal and rebalance, reminding us how to better use our bodies and minds, bringing strength and stability to our daily lives. Three Gifts that she shares with the world are her Passion, Creativity, and incredible Voice.

Erika Adrey

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Surrounded by nature's beauty.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? In a gym class ten years ago.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Many things, and I've never looked back.
  4. Favorite type of food? Dark chocolate, avacados, and olives.
  5. What or Who inspires you? Friends and family, my teachers, and the healing power of yoga
Erika earned her Yoga Alliance 200hr Teacher Training thru Ananda Yoga Hatha Training with Lisa Pumper, Joy Kochmer and Surrendran Panderran. She chose Hatha because of the broad spectrum that it covers and now teaches Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Meditation and Fundamentals classes. Erika has practiced for over 10 years and was self taught for the first five with DVD's and books. Erika holds a B.S. in International Business and is also educated in Veterinary Medicine. Three gifts that she shares with the world are her wacky sense of humor, Compassion, and Integrity.

Carole Krady

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Any quiet place where the feeling is right.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? A friend brought me to a Kundalini class.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Stage diving at punk shows
  4. Favorite type of food? Dessert- cupcakes are a weakness
  5. What or Who inspires you? Travel--I learn so much from the people I meet
After discovering yoga in 1998 Carole has developed a devoted practice and passion for yoga that continues to grow and expand. Her classes inspire students to achieve their inner greatness through alignment, strength building and self awareness. She has completed teacher trainings with Anusara founder John Friend and Prana Vinyasa Flow Yoga founder Shiva Rea.  She also completed Shiva Rea’s Pre natal yoga training.Three gifts she shares with the world: Humor, Sincerity and really good Foodie Connections.

Karen Romani

  1. Favorite place to meditate? On the beach under a full moon.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? Through bellydancing!
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Cheese and Dairy
  4. Favorite type of food? Sushi
  5. What or Who inspires you? My students- each day something magical happens between us.
Karen Romani, certifed in Integrative Yoga Therapy since 2000,specializes in Restorative Yoga, as well as Yoga integrating breathwork and energy. Her most powerful life changing work has been Lightbody Meditation. She believes we all have the potential to find our personal power, discover our service to humanity and in creatively combining the two, we can live out our daily lives contented. In addition, Karen(aka Bint al Azar) has been bellydancing for 15 years. Three gifts that she shares with the world are: enthusiasm, joy and a playful spirit.

Lisa Garcia-Pumper

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Anywhere I am when I do asana.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? After a difficult pregnancy.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? South Beach.
  4. Favorite type of food? Can I say everything?
  5. What or Who inspires you? My husband Scotte & son Tyler.
After several years of study and teaching the Astanga Vinyasa system Lisa expanded her knowledge by earning her certification from the Hatha Pradipika Research Institute. She is registered teacher with Yoga Alliance. Lisa is dedicated to helping students have a better understanding of their bodies and how to obtain optimal living. Three gifts that she shares with the world are her Generosity, Loving Hands, Big Heart.

Margit Hamilton

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Somewhere quiet, alone and incognito.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? Trying to find a sense of peace and calm during a difficult time.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? The impulsive of bad decision-making.
  4. Favorite type of food? Sushi & Thai. My mother's baklava and manicotti and my oma's dutch pancakes.
  5. What or Who inspires you? My mother Kim, and my grandmother, Mary.
After practicing yoga intermitantly for over ten years, Margit became more focused and regular in her practice in the past few years. She graduated from the YogaFox/Red Pearl collaborative Teacher Training program and is certified through the yoga alliance. Margit also graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelors in Elementary Education, more specifically TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages.) Margit enjoys experiencing new and different cultures, and loves to travel as much as possible. She also enjoys photography, music, and the outdoors. Margit believes that yoga is a way to bring strength, flexibilty, and freedom to oneself, both internally and externally. She truly feels blessed to be teaching yoga and sharing something so close to her heart with those around her. Three gifts that Margit shares with the world are: kindness, empathy, and enthusiasm.

 Andy Levie

  1. Favorite place to meditate? Morikami Gardens
  2. How did you discover Yoga? Taking a class at my gym with Myrna Mccoy.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Dessert.
  4. Favorite type of food? Greek.
  5. What or Who inspires you? Pattabhi Jois, Tony Horton, and my family.
In 2006, Andrew met his yoga guru Myrna McCoy inspiring him to embark on a rewarding journey. Through dedication and practice, he has developed a sound yoga foundation consisting of various styles including Ashtanga Vinyasa. Andrew has earned a Yoga Alliance RYT Certification, a YogaFit Level 1 Certification, and an American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification.  Andrew holds a B.S. in Hospitality Management. Yoga connects the mind, body, and spirit together. In addition to the numerous benefits, yoga offers spiritual and personal enrichment.

Tamara White

  1. Favorite place to meditate? The beach.
  2. How did you discover Yoga? A very close friend.
  3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Snow.
  4. Favorite type of food? Fresh seafood and cheese.
  5. What or Who inspires you? The sunrise and true love.
Originally from Calgary, Canada,Tamara has been in South Florida since 2003.Tamara earned her RYT200 hour yoga training with Fox Vinyasa .Tamara's eclectic teaching style incorporates Pranayama with a variety of methodology and techniques; This allows her to tailor her classes to the unique needs of each student. Through the awareness that Yoga has brought Tamara, she has been able to tap into her serenity on and off the mat. Three gifts that Tamara shares with the world are: calm, committment, passion.





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