Yoga is a journey of the self, through the self, to the self.
~ Bhagavad Gita

About

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Joanne hails from Ohio, U.S.A, but has traveled and lived all over the world, including Alaska, India, Europe and China. Wherever she goes, Yoga is a faithful companion. 

Joanne started teaching in Alaska over twenty years ago under the guidance of amazing teachers and mentors that instilled in her a heartfelt practice, free from competition and judgement. 

She has spent over six years living in India, teaching and training students from all over the world for their 200 and 300 Hour Yoga Alliance certification and helped co-ordinate and teach in over 25 YTTC's. She also wrote three Yoga asana manuals to aid students in their certification process. She herself proudly became a Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance in 2015.

Besides being trained and certified in a wide variety of traditional yogic styles and disciplines from Iyengar to Ashtanga, she is also specialized in pre/post natal yoga, children's yoga, senior yoga, yoga for MS/ Arthritis and other physical conditions and continues to build upon her E-RYT 500, RPYT and RCYT certifications, accruing over 7,000 teaching hours and 2,000 hours of training. 

Joanne's motto is, "Yoga is for everybody and every body". She is grateful to be offering more private yoga lessons to individuals of all levels, while continuing to teach Yoga Wellness Retreats and Yoga Teacher Trainings; creating a supportive and transformative environment for all. 
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Yoga is for Everybody and Every Body
TESTIMONIALS

~I am blessed to have had amazing teachers throughout my Yoga studies and practice. They have taken many forms and some of my biggest teachers have actually been my 'students'. 
It is only because of them that I have been able to grow and continue to share all that yoga has to offer with others. Thanks, All~ Me.
"Joanna was one of my Teachers during my 200 Hour Teacher Training in India. Not only did she inspire the way I teach Yoga, but also how I approach my own Yoga practice. Confidence and Headstands are all just fine, but for me the healing aspect of Yoga, both physically (I struggled with an old Hernia-injury) and spiritually, were sparked through Joanna's wisdom. I know I would jump at any chance to practice Yoga with the woman that can teach you more about using a block, a strap or bolster than you can dream of."
-Nicole Wagenstetter, Munich, GERMANY
Nicole currently teaches at several Yoga studios in Munich and is a creative writer. 
She shares some of her insights and musings on her personal blog: 
http://spiritualworldblog.com/
"..Joanna has been one of my teachers during my TTC in Goa, India in 2014. Her classes beside being perfectly structured between theory and  physical practice gave me something I needed the most, confidence. Confidence in myself and in believing that one day I could actually become a yoga teacher. I remember  how much I had to struggle with the language and in giving instructions, but then there was Joanna's smile and right advice. I could have not asked for more and now that I am back to Italy and I am actually teaching yoga, I always keep in my mind her beautiful smile and pictures of her funny and special way of being..."
-Eleonora Ignazzi,  Florence, ITALY 
Eleonora is currently teaching Yoga with a smile and heart felt approach at: http://radiciyoga.it/ele/
"Jo's classes opened parts of me that I did not know were shut.  The emotional healing that I went through was so cathartic that I felt like a totally new person after my course. I cannot tell you why, what or how, but her attitude to life, her experience as a teacher and student, words and guidance through meditation and asana opened my heart and mind to a new understanding of yoga and a new found respect for my body too. I hope to have taken this forth in my own teaching and given my practice of yoga it's healing element with my own spin.
Thank you Jojo!!  Always in my heart, thoughts and guidance for inspiration.  All the best to you and those you teach you lucky beings you!!! Love Jojo ;)"
                                            
                                             -Jo Crago, UNITED KINGDOM

Check out Jojo's Facebook page to see where she'll be teaching her fun, energizing and well-balanced classes for all levels:
www.facebook.com/nowwouldntyouliketoknowyoga
"Joanna is a magnificent teacher and my first teaching experience would not have been the same without her. She is knowledgeable, gentle, caring, empathetic, nurturing, and makes you feel comfortable...even when practicing Kurmasana. Joanna helped me find my natural style of teaching and has given me the confidence to continue my journey as a yoga teacher. Most importantly, Joanna is a lovely human and I feel blessed to have learnt from her teachings."                                                
       - Callum Carr, Australia/British Columbia and Beyond
Check out Callum's and his business partner, Spencer's exciting new yoga clothing line for men at:
​https://www.instagram.com/corpsethreads/
"Joanna taught me asanas and alignments during my 200-hr YTTC in 2014. There aren't many people in this world that I feel at ease with on the first meeting itself but Joanna's big, beautiful eyes and encouraging smile immediately put me at ease. Each one of her classes was well thought out, informative and fun, with Joanna always reminding us to listen to our bodies. Her gentle spirit combined with her knowledge of Yoga will be a great asset to any student or aspiring yoga teacher's journey."
- Karen Faye D'Souza, New Delhi, INDIA
"Joanna is a great teacher! I met her in India during my 200 hour YTTC in may 2014. That was one of my best experiences in my life. Joanna was the best teacher whom you can ask about difficult questions and get support any time. She showed to me that there is possibility to found solutions for every one in yoga... It doesn't matter how much flexibility you have. Just believe in the meaning of yoga and keep moving, continue... That's what I did... With passion to yoga and meditation, I started my classes in Stockholm. Thank You for inspiration. Namaste!"
- Weronika M., Stockholm, SWEDEN/POLAND
To find out more about Weronika and where she is sharing her beautiful classes, 
visit: www.weranord.me 
"Jo’s passion for yoga is clearly conveyed through her teaching.  Always willing to share her experiences as a yoga teacher, empowering us to understand ourselves, our students and how the benefits of yoga can help us heal.  These lessons were invaluable when I started teaching yoga and I can still hear her saying listen to your body, which I now say to all my students.  Most of all Jo taught me patience with my own practice; to be gentle yet challenging with my students and to enjoy the yoga journey wherever it takes me for which I am forever grateful."
                                       -Jane Forster, UNITED KINGDOM
Since Training with Jo, I have taught yoga in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, UK, Sri Lanka and created Bespoke Retreats with my partner offering Yoga & Surf, Yoga & Natural Nutrition and Snow & Yoga Retreats in Cornwall, Portugal. 
www.bespokeretreats.com
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"I met Jo at teacher training in Dharamsala, India. Being quite nervous about starting a teacher training course, I was a little worried, but Jo instantly made me feel welcome and confident with her positive attitude and clear and passionate understanding of Yoga. As the course went on I felt more and more comfortable about learning my teacher training from her, as she was entirely immersed in the Yogi lifestyle. She made learning easy as her teaching was clear and concise, and brought an amazing, fun and beautiful energy to the class. The main thing I have taken away and use today in my teaching is the fact that Jo really focused on performing asanas safely always protecting the spine which I think can sadly be missed in classes all over the world. I also loved the special little touches of motivation and encouragement she brought to our classes, including print outs and readings. I can not recommend her as a teacher or practitioner highly enough and do hope you get the chance to experience her sincere and beautiful classes." 
- Nadia Saadi, Oxford, U.K.
Nadia offers lovingly created and centered group classes around each individual's requirements. 
www.nadia-yoga.com
"When I went to India to do 200 hours yoga certificate I was not really sure that is what I wanted to do. Even to the day prior starting, I was questioning myself, but once I met Joanna and took her first class I realized she was the perfect teacher for me. She inspired me and made me see yoga with the real meaning of it."               
                                                                      - Gloria Malone, Florida, U.S.A. 
"I have met amazing teachers guiding me through the joy of the Yoga practice, and I thank them all. However, meeting Joanna was a real blessing. She is a truly inspiring person and teacher. The warmth of her smile, her always kind words towards every individual, her knowledge, and experience make you feel confident, strong and capable no matter what. With her guidance everything is at your reach. 
From the very moment you walk into one of her classes you are then surrounded by her so special energy.
Jo makes you understand that Yoga is for all, and not only for those who can bend or stretch further, and that every practice is a real achievement. Not only do I recommend Joanna as a teacher, I can not wait to meet her again, somewhere in the world to keep learning from her!"
- Caro, Lepe, SPAIN