Val Guadagno

Yoga Teacher

I came to yoga to add balance and depth to my own wellness as a supplement to my career in medicine as well as my experience in fitness. I felt the rewards of practicing yoga with such clarity that I pursued becoming an instructor myself. Now, I focus my classes on promoting growth in physical and mental well-being, I look forward to practicing with you.

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

Welcome hOMe.

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SUN SIGN

Aries

WHY YOGA

To help myself and others find their peace, to be more mindful both on and off the mat, and do good for the body, mind, and spirit.

LIFE BEFORE YOGA

Stressful and very little motivation for bettering my body, mind, and spirit. Victimization and blaming was also very high. Feelings of the world caving in on me during tough times. A lot of darkness would always cloud me.

LIFE AFTER YOGA

Awareness, inspiration, hope, trust, forgiveness, patience, compassion, openness, welcoming drive to be the best version of myself. Feelings of light through the darkness.

3 WORDS THAT DESCRIBE ME

Grateful, open, intuitive

MY FAVORITE MANTRA

"One day at a time" / "Practice makes progress."

IF I WAS AN ANIMAL, I WOULD BE

A Cat

I’M SCARED OF

Feelings of rejection and failure

MY TEACHING STYLE

Fluid, organic, universal.

MUSIC THAT YOU MIGHT HEAR IN MY CLASS

Variety of instrumentals such a Indian flutes or soothing piano, Trevor Hall, Sol Rising, Satsang, MC Yogi, beautiful chorus. I love exploring new music and creating playlists so I have an open mind to all kinds of genres.

WHEN I AM NOT PRACTICING

Working at my other job(waitressing), sunbathing, napping, or out in nature.