Elissa completed her RYT-200 under the instruction of Patti Doyle and Lori Pagliaroni at Thames Street Yoga. Elissa took her first yoga class in 2007 and although she was initially drawn to the exercise aspect of the practice, over the years she realized that the moving meditation she fostered on the mat was when she felt most at peace, and that mindfulness carried over into her life off the mat, as well. She strives to help her students find their own connection of body, mind and breath with creative sequencing and a focus on proper alignment.

Elissa also loves challenging asanas like arm balances (especially handstands) and hopes to give her students the confidence and instruction needed to attempt postures that they may find intimidating, as well as encouragement that it is ok to fail and laugh, as that’s all part of the journey.