THE ANANTA YOGA TEACHER DIRECTORY
Are you looking for a yoga experience that will inspire and transform your life both on and off the mat? Are you looking for a teacher to guide your journey in a rich and dynamic way? ANANTA teachers are known for their knowledge, passion, dedication, and creativity. The difference is in the details. Contact one of our highly qualified teachers today:
BRENDA MORAN: CONNECTION
Brenda Moran is a E-RYT 200, RYT 500 and Yin Certified Yoga Teacher.
She has been teaching in the Napa Valley since early 2015, completing her 200 hour teacher training at Rev Yoga Napa with a focus on Vinyasa Yoga. Brenda has now completed her 300 hour Advanced Teacher Training through the custom developed system of ANANTA, under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier. She holds additional certifications in Yin Yoga Levels 1 & 2, and Reiki.
Her curiosity led her to many great teachers like Maty Ezraty, Annie Carpenter, Patrick Beach and Pete Guinosso of Yoga Tree in San Francisco.
Brenda teaches in both English and Spanish, specializing in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin and Reiki. Her teachings are inspired by the Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series, Yoga Chikitsa (Yoga Therapy). She enjoys weaving in some Philosophy and Pranayama (breath work) into her teachings in order to have a fulfilling practice. On and off the mat.
Contact Brenda for private, small group, and livestream opportunities at: [email protected]
She has been teaching in the Napa Valley since early 2015, completing her 200 hour teacher training at Rev Yoga Napa with a focus on Vinyasa Yoga. Brenda has now completed her 300 hour Advanced Teacher Training through the custom developed system of ANANTA, under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier. She holds additional certifications in Yin Yoga Levels 1 & 2, and Reiki.
Her curiosity led her to many great teachers like Maty Ezraty, Annie Carpenter, Patrick Beach and Pete Guinosso of Yoga Tree in San Francisco.
Brenda teaches in both English and Spanish, specializing in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin and Reiki. Her teachings are inspired by the Ashtanga Yoga Primary Series, Yoga Chikitsa (Yoga Therapy). She enjoys weaving in some Philosophy and Pranayama (breath work) into her teachings in order to have a fulfilling practice. On and off the mat.
Contact Brenda for private, small group, and livestream opportunities at: [email protected]
ELLISON WOFFORD: AWAKEN
Ellison Wofford is a RYT® 500HR, YACEP certified yoga teacher and the founder of Recital 8; a meticulous amalgamation of music, philosophy, and repetitive movement in the forms of lyrical Vinyasa, contemplative Yin, awakening Yoga Nidra, and immersive crystal singing bowl experiences, with each practice respectful of Ashtanga (the 8 Limbs of Yoga).
Originally from South Carolina, Ellison moved to Napa, California in 2013 to pursue a career in the wine industry and is now the General Manager of RAEN Winery. With this big move, she simultaneously and serendipitously found yoga. Since that first class in June of 2013, Ellison has been dedicated to the practice.
Ellison earned her 200HR Yoga Teacher Training through Napa Valley Yoga center in the spring of 2019. She immediately began teaching at local Napa studios and continued to seek higher education opportunities, completing her 300HR Yoga Teacher Training and Yin Certifications Levels I and II in the first half of 2020 under her mentor Leila A. Fortier of Ananta Yoga.
Ellison specializes in Ashtanga-informed Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, Yoga Nidra, and empyrean crystal bowl sound immersions. She is currently studying the Ashtanga Primary Series under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier, who practiced under and is certified by Tim Miller. Always seeking opportunities for education, she has attended numerous workshops and seminars by teachers including Tim Feldmann, Patrick Beach, and Jill Abelson.
To her practice and to her teachings, Ellison brings a deep-seated passion for music, self-inquiry, and expression. Her intention is to awaken and heal both the individual and collective soul through each and every one of her offerings.
Contact Ellison for private, small group, and livestream offerings at: [email protected]
Originally from South Carolina, Ellison moved to Napa, California in 2013 to pursue a career in the wine industry and is now the General Manager of RAEN Winery. With this big move, she simultaneously and serendipitously found yoga. Since that first class in June of 2013, Ellison has been dedicated to the practice.
Ellison earned her 200HR Yoga Teacher Training through Napa Valley Yoga center in the spring of 2019. She immediately began teaching at local Napa studios and continued to seek higher education opportunities, completing her 300HR Yoga Teacher Training and Yin Certifications Levels I and II in the first half of 2020 under her mentor Leila A. Fortier of Ananta Yoga.
Ellison specializes in Ashtanga-informed Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, Yoga Nidra, and empyrean crystal bowl sound immersions. She is currently studying the Ashtanga Primary Series under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier, who practiced under and is certified by Tim Miller. Always seeking opportunities for education, she has attended numerous workshops and seminars by teachers including Tim Feldmann, Patrick Beach, and Jill Abelson.
To her practice and to her teachings, Ellison brings a deep-seated passion for music, self-inquiry, and expression. Her intention is to awaken and heal both the individual and collective soul through each and every one of her offerings.
Contact Ellison for private, small group, and livestream offerings at: [email protected]
LILIANA GARCIA: LOVE
Liliana Garcia is an RYT 500, YACEP certified yoga teacher in Napa Valley, California.
Yoga Certifications:
12/16/18: RYS 200 @ Napa Valley Yoga Center.
Teachers: Courtney Willis and Nicole Hall.
6/28/20: YTT 300 @ Ananta Yoga Without Limit. Teacher: Leila Fortier.
Specialized Certifications:
6/12/19: Prenatal Yoga Level 1 @ Mama Tree.
Teacher: Jane Austin
12/13/19: Prenatal Teacher Training Level 2 @ Mama Tree.
Teacher: Jane Austin.
Includes: Couples Childbirth Preparation, Post Partum and Baby & Me classes.
10/20/19: Yin Yoga TT Levels 1&2 @ Ananta Yoga Without Limit.
Teacher: Leila A. Fortier
I am honored to witness the Sacred Journey.
Contact Liliana directly to inquire on her sacred pre and postnatal offerings: [email protected]
Yoga Certifications:
12/16/18: RYS 200 @ Napa Valley Yoga Center.
Teachers: Courtney Willis and Nicole Hall.
6/28/20: YTT 300 @ Ananta Yoga Without Limit. Teacher: Leila Fortier.
Specialized Certifications:
6/12/19: Prenatal Yoga Level 1 @ Mama Tree.
Teacher: Jane Austin
12/13/19: Prenatal Teacher Training Level 2 @ Mama Tree.
Teacher: Jane Austin.
Includes: Couples Childbirth Preparation, Post Partum and Baby & Me classes.
10/20/19: Yin Yoga TT Levels 1&2 @ Ananta Yoga Without Limit.
Teacher: Leila A. Fortier
I am honored to witness the Sacred Journey.
Contact Liliana directly to inquire on her sacred pre and postnatal offerings: [email protected]
MONICA RAE CORTEZ: COMPASSION
Monica Rae Cortez is an RYT® 500, YACEP® certified yoga teacher in California’s Bay Area. Monica comes from a strong background working in education and mindfulness. Monica works as a Mindfulness Teacher for Elementary Education in the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District. She is passionate about empowering her students with tools for self regulation and strengthening their mind-body connection.
In 2017, Monica began practicing Vinyasa yoga to enrich her self care routines. Monica went on to complete her 200HR. Yoga Teacher Training through Yoga Community in Sonoma in 2018. In June 2020, Monica completed her 300HR. Advanced Teacher Training through ANANTA under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier, specializing in the art of teaching yoga. She holds additional certifications in Yin Yoga levels 1 and 2 through ANANTA.
Monica’s personal practice is informed and inspired by the Ashtanga method. She is currently studying the Ashtanga Primary Series under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier. She specializes in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, kids yoga, mindfulness, and women’s circles. With thoughtful intention, Monica creates and holds safe spaces to foster community and connection.
Contact Monica Rae directly to inquire on her mindfulness and movement offerings: [email protected]
In 2017, Monica began practicing Vinyasa yoga to enrich her self care routines. Monica went on to complete her 200HR. Yoga Teacher Training through Yoga Community in Sonoma in 2018. In June 2020, Monica completed her 300HR. Advanced Teacher Training through ANANTA under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier, specializing in the art of teaching yoga. She holds additional certifications in Yin Yoga levels 1 and 2 through ANANTA.
Monica’s personal practice is informed and inspired by the Ashtanga method. She is currently studying the Ashtanga Primary Series under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier. She specializes in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, kids yoga, mindfulness, and women’s circles. With thoughtful intention, Monica creates and holds safe spaces to foster community and connection.
Contact Monica Rae directly to inquire on her mindfulness and movement offerings: [email protected]
SYDNI BOOTH: EMPOWER
Sydni A. Booth is a RYT® 500HR certified yoga teacher and co-owner of ANANTA, a registered yoga school without borders educating communities nationally and internationally.
Sydni comes from a strong background in leadership and consulting in the gourmet food and restaurant industry. She has created and overseen operations in multiple restaurants, coffee shops, and cafes as well as led several Whole Foods Market grocers. In 2016 she was featured in the documentary, "Conscious Capitalism."
In 2017, Sydni began practicing Vinyasa yoga under Leila A. Fortier, later completing the ANANTA 200HR Yoga Teacher Training in Costa Rica in 2019 and graduated ANANTA's 300HR Advanced Teacher Training in spring of 2020. She holds additional certifications in Yin Yoga levels 1 & 2. Sydni is a passionate student of the Ashtanga method, currently studying Nadi Shodhana, the Ashtanga Second Series under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier.
In 2019 Sydni left her full time career of over 20 years to assume the role of co-owner, director, and lead assistant of ANANTA, organizing ANANTA's international events and trainings. Sydni combines her strong leadership and organization skills with a proficiency in teaching that lend to the structure and sustainability of all of ANANTA's offerings.
Contact Sydni directly to learn more about her offerings at: [email protected]
Sydni comes from a strong background in leadership and consulting in the gourmet food and restaurant industry. She has created and overseen operations in multiple restaurants, coffee shops, and cafes as well as led several Whole Foods Market grocers. In 2016 she was featured in the documentary, "Conscious Capitalism."
In 2017, Sydni began practicing Vinyasa yoga under Leila A. Fortier, later completing the ANANTA 200HR Yoga Teacher Training in Costa Rica in 2019 and graduated ANANTA's 300HR Advanced Teacher Training in spring of 2020. She holds additional certifications in Yin Yoga levels 1 & 2. Sydni is a passionate student of the Ashtanga method, currently studying Nadi Shodhana, the Ashtanga Second Series under the guidance of Leila A. Fortier.
In 2019 Sydni left her full time career of over 20 years to assume the role of co-owner, director, and lead assistant of ANANTA, organizing ANANTA's international events and trainings. Sydni combines her strong leadership and organization skills with a proficiency in teaching that lend to the structure and sustainability of all of ANANTA's offerings.
Contact Sydni directly to learn more about her offerings at: [email protected]