Giana Montoya

ERYT-200, Shala Owner, Forrest Yoga Certified, Aerial Certified
Giana Montoya

In our Yoga practice Shiva is responsible for change through destroying the ego, and letting go of negative habits and attachments. Thus the power of destruction associated with Lord Shiva has great purifying power. In our main space, you will see a large statue of Shiva in his form, Nataraj, the “Lord of the Dance” to inspire and remind us to let go, open ourselves to change, and gracefully move through life. Our teachers create a safe space of acceptance and encouragement.

Together we move to strengthen the unity of body, mind, and spirit. Each class offers a creative dynamic series of poses blended together with breath, music, and inspiration. A flow of energy and expression is created that strengthens your body, eases your mind, and touches your spirit.

The Shiva Yoga Shala is a safe home for transformation. Our entire team is here to serve you on your journey.

Welcome hOMe.

Profile details

SUN SIGN
Cancer
WHY YOGA
Yoga helps me live in my better self more often
LIFE BEFORE YOGA
Broken
LIFE AFTER YOGA
Connected
3 WORDS THAT DESCRIBE ME
Creative, Passionate, Authentic.
MY FAVORITE MANTRA
“Happiness is when what you think, say, and do are in alignment.” – Ghandi
IF I WAS AN ANIMAL, I WOULD BE
Tortoise, T-Rex, or Raptor
I’M SCARED OF
Ignorance and apathy
MY TEACHING STYLE
Soulful, Honest, Transformative
MUSIC THAT YOU MIGHT HEAR IN MY CLASS
Kirtan, Neo-soul, funk, acoustic, silence – just prepare to have your soul moved :)
WHEN I AM NOT PRACTICING
Teaching and dancing Latin dance at my studio/company Elegant Studios Event Center/ Elegant Rumba Dance Company, hanging out at home with my 14 rescue animals, or soaking in my bathtub and watching Netflix (yes both at the same time.)