Andrew Kahn is certified by the Yoga Alliance as an ERYT (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher) and is an LMT (Licensed Massage Therapist.) He has been practicing yoga since 1981 and teaching since 1986. Mr. Kahn has extensive training in Yoga from the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Massachusetts, where he studied and taught as a resident for four years. He was the Holistic Health Director of the DeSisto School in Massachusetts and an athletic supervisor at the JCC on the Palisades in Tenafly, NJ. Andrew graduated Magna Cum Laude from Ramapo College's Honors Program with a BA in Psychology and studied clinical psychology in Fordham University's PhD program before shifting his attention to yoga and holistic healing.
Andrew is a founding member of the Gainesville Yoga Teachers Association (GYTA). He has taught Holistic Health Education for the Government and at the University of Florida. As a yoga practitioner and spiritual seeker, Andrew cultivates a peaceful presence. He seeks to increase health, vitality, creativity, and joy within himself and to facilitate the same process in others. Peace of mind is an experience of stillness and connection even within the midst of activity. As more people achieve an inner peace, this radiates outwards into the family, community, and throughout the world.
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Andrew is a founding member of the Gainesville Yoga Teachers Association (GYTA). He has taught Holistic Health Education for the Government and at the University of Florida. As a yoga practitioner and spiritual seeker, Andrew cultivates a peaceful presence. He seeks to increase health, vitality, creativity, and joy within himself and to facilitate the same process in others. Peace of mind is an experience of stillness and connection even within the midst of activity. As more people achieve an inner peace, this radiates outwards into the family, community, and throughout the world.
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Robin Maza is a New York State licenensed Massage Therapist. Robin graduated from Queensborough Community College's massage therapy program, with an Associates Degree in Applied Science. Robin has furthered her education with a certification program in Prenatal Massage, in addition to graduating the Thai Massage School of Chaing Mai, Thailand.
Robin bases her practice on listening to her clients with both her heart and her hands, compassion, and a desire to help others help themselves, through achieving physical and mental self awareness.
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Christina Rau has been practicing yoga for over 15 years. In 2005, she earned her certifications in Sport Yoga and Spencer Pilates through the National Exercise and Sport Training Association. Her classes blend Hatha and Astanga yoga to focus on strength, flexibility, endurance, and overall fitness. She also teaches aerobics and body conditioning for local continuing education programs. She's been with Peaceful Presence for over a year and loves every minute of it.
Shoshana Lazar is a NESTA certified Yoga Instructor. Practicing for eight years and teaching for four, Shoshana specializes in women’s classes; specifically pre-natal yoga and all-level classes. “I recognize that because each woman is different, it is important for each of us to realize our own potential,” she says.
Shoshana is also available for private lessons. Please contact the Peaceful Presence Yoga Studio for more information.
Robin bases her practice on listening to her clients with both her heart and her hands, compassion, and a desire to help others help themselves, through achieving physical and mental self awareness.
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Christina Rau has been practicing yoga for over 15 years. In 2005, she earned her certifications in Sport Yoga and Spencer Pilates through the National Exercise and Sport Training Association. Her classes blend Hatha and Astanga yoga to focus on strength, flexibility, endurance, and overall fitness. She also teaches aerobics and body conditioning for local continuing education programs. She's been with Peaceful Presence for over a year and loves every minute of it.
Shoshana Lazar is a NESTA certified Yoga Instructor. Practicing for eight years and teaching for four, Shoshana specializes in women’s classes; specifically pre-natal yoga and all-level classes. “I recognize that because each woman is different, it is important for each of us to realize our own potential,” she says.
Shoshana is also available for private lessons. Please contact the Peaceful Presence Yoga Studio for more information.
"Andrew Kahn was a student of mine in Kripalu Yoga Teacher Training. He was an extraordinarily fine student and a gifted teacher. His classes are taught with skill, confidence, gentleness and spirit."
Deva Parnel, Director of Yoga Education Kripalu Center, 1995
"It feels so good to be in the hands of a 'PRO.' Thanks for the yoga experience."
Harville Hendrix Ph.D., Author of New York Times Bestseller, Getting the Love You Want. 12/2/2001
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