In the second installment of Studio Stories, we’re joined by the warm and wise Yiamunaa. Learn why downward dog is her GOAT pose, how great yoga isn’t just about great flexibility, and all the joys that come with letting go – and showing up on the mat as you are.

It’s easy to get hung up on form in asana. The challenge is figuring out how to use these shapes in a way that serves us best.

Get to know fellow Ziva Yoga practitioners in our brand-new Blog series Studio Stories, featuring conversations with members about their perspectives on yoga — and on life and lessons beyond asana. First up - meet Vern!

Alternate nostril breathing is a very common breathwork technique in yoga, and one that we certainly do a lot of at the studio.