Jeff Sears
RYT-200
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A certified registered Hatha Yoga teacher with over 200 hours of training (RYT-200) with Rasika Yoga School (City Yoga of Columbia), Jeff began practicing yoga 15 years ago to help keep his body and mind in good physical condition while in recovery. After receiving the therapeutic benefits of yoga and becoming more grounded in all areas of his life, he was convinced that transformation through yoga is not only possible but also empowering and enjoyable.
Jeff believes that yoga is most beneficial when applied to practical, everyday life experiences. This philosophy means he presents his classes in a way that best serves his students and simplifies a seemingly complicated practice. He offers a challenging yet accessible yoga class that is infused with philosophy, breathing, anatomy and alignment. He is continually growing both as a teacher and a student. His training is ongoing and constantly evolving. His dedication and passion for yoga allows him to continually grow while sharing all of his knowledge and enthusiasm with his students.
Heal Your Body. Heal Your Soul.™
Meredith Phipps
CYT
Meredith Phipps is passionate about helping others discover ease, increase wellness and resilience, and improve their quality of life. She is a trauma-informed, certified yoga therapist and enjoys helping others personalize their own practice to meet their individual needs. She currently teaches, leads, and shares mind-body wellness across the US and internationally, and is thrilled to be a part of Palmetto Yoga, serving the Columbia, SC community.
Meredith is a military wife, mother of three, and buddies with her therapy-dog-in-training named Barley. Her favorite thing about yoga is the new and ever-growing relationship she creates with her body as she ages. If not on her mat, she’d rather be skiing, riding a horse, or visiting her home states in the SW…but usually she’s hanging out with Barley.