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Stay up-to-date on the latest from Asheville Yoga Center with our blog! Meet our teachers and hear them share more about their lives and yoga practice. Read tips on how to integrate yoga more deeply into your life off the mat. Learn more about inspirational teacher training programs, and discover new ways to deepen your practice!

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Gota Cebrero: A Journey of Yoga, Culture, and Connection

This month, we’re honored to shine a spotlight on Gota Cebrero, a beloved instructor at Asheville Yoga Center whose life journey is as rich and diverse as his teaching. From the southern reaches of Argentina to the tranquil mountains of Asheville, Gota’s path has been one of continuous exploration, deep spiritual connection, and an unwavering commitment to sharing the transformative power of yoga.

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Gota Cebrero: A Journey of Yoga, Culture, and Connection

This month, we’re honored to shine a spotlight on Gota Cebrero, a beloved instructor at Asheville Yoga Center whose life journey is as rich and diverse as his teaching. From the southern reaches of Argentina to the tranquil mountains of Asheville, Gota’s path has been one of continuous exploration, deep spiritual connection, and an unwavering commitment to sharing the transformative power of yoga.

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Instructor of the Month: Kimberley Puryear

Taking one of Kimberley Puryear’s classes is to get an hour-long education in authenticity and self love. The moment you lay out your mat in her Tuesday evening Yin class, you are welcomed by Kimberley with a smile (usually followed by a funny one-liner). Although the class is always packed,

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Instructor of the Month: Michael Johnson

Michael Johnson is a compelling mix of creative yoga instructor and curious student of the mind. The root of his interest in meditation lies in its ability to help with neurological disorders and for developing wellbeing. Michael’s worldview and meditation practiced changed when he read Buddha’s Brain by Rick Hanson and

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Community Member Profile: Liz Goodman

What is your “Yoga Story”?
I doubt if I will ever be finished with the story, or, I hope not. Yoga is the one activity that touches all senses, when open to it, both mind and body. I am grateful for how the practice has helped me to grow in being compassionate to the journey I am on.

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Is Yoga Enough?

How Ayurveda Compliments Your Yoga Practice By Stephanie Keach Hatha Yoga does an amazing job at strengthening, stretching and detoxifying the body, while helping to replenish and rejuvenate all the internal glands and organs. Yet for some, it may not be enough for full wellbeing. Yoga has a sister, her

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5 Yoga Tips for Aging Gracefully

1. Pelvic Floor Usually we think anti-sagging, anti-wrinkling, anti-balding when we see “Aging Gracefully”, but honestly those things don’t make us graceful. How about not having to wear a big, bulky diaper? Yup, GBK (Go Beyond Kegels) I say. My students will tell you I am not shy to drop

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“Keep some room in your heart for the unimaginable.”

– Mary Oliver

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