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We have a family of twelve instructors and our weekly schedule features a variety of classes for all levels.

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.

Annually, we have an Artists' Exhibition and Open House celebration featuring local, cutting edge Art and Music. We look forward to getting to know you, on and off the mat!

Karen Gavrilov

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 alignment and balance 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, a Keen Eye, and Passion for good food. note: Karen was voted "best Yoga Instructor by City Link Magazine in 2007"

Benito Gonzalez

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,Loyalty, and Passion.

Kate Brescia

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: Steadiness, Positivity, and Openness.

Sheila Mandell

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 Enthusiam.

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 Passion, Creativity, and an 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 Compassion, and Integrity and her wacky sense of Humor.

Carole Krady

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, Authenticity, and really good Foodie Connections.

Karen Romani

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: Caring, Commitment and Gentleness.

Lisa Garcia-Pumper

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 Generosity, Compassion, and Bringing People Together.

Margit Hamilton

1. Favorite place to meditate? Somewhere quiet, alone and incognito.
2. How did you discover Yoga? Looking for peace and calm during a difficult time.
3. What have you given up that still tempts you? The impulsiveness 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.

Margit received her teacher training through the YogaFox/Red Pearl program with Yoga Alliance. Margit also earned a BA in Elementary Education at FAU, (specializing in Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages.) 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.

  Tara Shea Ananda

Tara Shea Ananda brings over thirty years of training in dance, yoga and Pilates to her classes and private instruction. A natural teacher with an innate understanding of body mechanics, Tara Shea began to teach dance classes for children and adults by the age of 15. In 1996, she started teaching Ashtanga yoga in the Fort Lauderdale area. She has performed in local dance companies and has been known to appear at an occasional art party or event with one of her original, performance art pieces. Currently, Tara Shea incorporates Ashtanga and Vinyasa yoga, Pilates, dance, Ipsalu Tantra Kriya, hula-hooping, poi spinning, bike riding and ocean walks and swims into her personal workout and health maintenance program. Tara Shea’s life experiences along with a creative and spiritual background have given her the colors for a brilliant palate from which she creates a challenging but fun and exploratory atmosphere for classes and workshops.
The three gifts she shares with the world are honesty, playfulness and the love of dance.

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.

Jayne Mills

1. Favorite place to meditate? Lakeside hammock. Heaven on Earth!
2. How did you discover Yoga? Don't remember.
3. What have you given up that still tempts you? Men with accents.
4. Favorite type of food? Gramma's garden served with fresh biscuits.
5. What or Who inspires you? My 3 children and the enlightened among us.

Jayne has been an avid yogini since 1988, studying primarily in the styles of Bikram and Ashtanga yoga.  She is a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance, completing her formal training through the YogaFox/Red Pearl collaborative program in 2009.  Jayne relies daily on her asana, pranayama and meditation practice to balance her busy life as a Certified Investment Management Analyst, Financial Advisor and mother of three teenagers.  Jayne enjoys writing and teaching about the connection between yoga and financial well-being.