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Kathy is a certified Yoga Teacher and has been practicing since the late 90's.
After just one hour of practice, she was aware of how completely different and
soothing Yoga felt to her body, in comparison to anything else she had done.
Within 6 weeks of her initial practice she was at her first Yoga retreat.
Her love for Yoga and the realization of how Yoga has changed her life, inspired
her to become a Yoga teacher, so that she could share the wonder and beauty
of this ancient style, working with body, mind and spirit together. She continues
to take as many workshops, teacher training programs and seminars as she can
fit into her busy teaching schedule, and has studied with many Master teachers
such as Jonny and Bryan Kest, Doug and David Swenson, John Friend,
Charlie Pivert, Jill Miller, Robert Boustany and Baron Baptiste.
Realizing that Yoga "changes you from the inside", she is eager to work with
students of all levels, encouraging them to open their hearts and to be always
receptive to what the Universe has in store for them, knowing that it will be an
opportunity for spiritual growth.
Kathy can be reached for any information at yogikathy@gmail.com
Kathy Verstegen / Teacher
All our teachers are extensively trained and certified and their passion for teaching
shows, as they each bring their own creative and innovative style to the program...
Suhail was raised in San Antonio as a gymnast from the young age of 7.
He competed in the Junior Olympics in High School and later in NCAA
Gymnastics for the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied
Classics & Neurobiology. After beginning graduate school in research
medicine in Philadelphia, he realized he couldn't spend the next 8 years
of his life in a lab and clinical setting - so he filed for a leave of absence
and moved to a small fishing village in northwest Japan. He calls this his
year at "Walden Pond" where he spent time hiking, skiing, deep sea fishing
and teaching Yoga. Subsequently he began travelling the world under the
auspices of the United Nations Economic and Social Council, working in
development and has taught Yoga on all 7 continents!
Suhail was inspired to begin his Yoga practice by his aunt in India and
approaches it as a science of the mind manifested through physical
asanas (postures). He has since obtained formal certification in the United
States through YogaFit Levels I, II, III, & IV. In 2008,
Suhail was called back to San Antonio to help with the family business and
continues to practice and teach Yoga as a vehicle toward well being for all.
He serves on the Board of Directors of Musical Bridges Around the World,
and is a Trustee of the Mind Science Foundation.
Feel free to contact him at: suhail.arastu@gmail.com
Suhail Arastu / Teacher
Yoga began at a young age for Terry. An immersion into Yoga asanas,
meditation and philosophy began at age 19, through self--study and
practice. By age 23, living in Kankakee Illinois, he had taught several
six weeks courses at both the local YMCA and Junior College. Returning
to the Southern Illinois University, he was initiated into Transcendental
Meditation (TM), and began a twice-a-day meditation practice that continues
today. However asana practice took a back-seat to meditation and became
more infrequent over time.
After turning 50, Terry returned to the physical practice of Yoga, and later
took levels I, II & III Yoga fit teacher training courses. Around the same time
he acquired a teaching position at the Spectrum Health Clubs (currently
Gold's Gym) and has been teaching at several of their locations for 4 years.
Inspired to move forward in his career as a well-established Yoga teacher,
Terry registered for the 200hr RYT certification program in the Shambhava
Yoga at the Soshoni Yoga retreat in Colorado, where he enjoyed organic
vegetarian foods, all forms of Yoga instruction, various meditation classes,
and after each day of long study hours he looked forward to evening Kirtan.
Since the Shambhava experience, Terry has become a level I MCKS (Pranic Healer through a course taught by
Master Stephen Co), and gained a greater understanding of the chakra system and how they are structured and
work in the physical and etheric or light body.
Terry's goal at Yoga in Motion is to provide all student members with well-balanced, well-designed Yoga and
meditation classes, with the intent to enhance overall physical, mental and spiritual balance, including deep
relaxation through meditation. It's essential in today's fast paced world to provide each student with effective
tools to de-stress, find peace and establish quietness.
Feel free to contact Terry at yogainmotionsa@att.net
Terry Ruel / Owner / Teacher
Harini's yoga journey began in chidlhood and she grew to love the practice.
Originating from in Southern India, yoga grew to be Harini's passion and part
tradition. She has had the blessing of having walked the path of all four
aspects of yoga: Bhakti, Gynana, Karma and Raja.
After completing her Masters in Microbiology, she decided to deepen her
practice and completed her first teacher training in Hatha Yoga in India in
2005. After coming to the US and having a family, she again turned back
to yoga, all the while practicing. Again, she became certified in flow
based yoga, from Yoga, Yoga in 2013. Additionally, she completed a
22hr restorative training from Judith Lasater.
Her teaching style includes Hatha, flow-based Hatha, Vinyasa, Prenatal and
Restorative yoga. In her class, she encourages students to find their edge,
yet be compassionate to themselves and awaken the inner spirit. Her personal
practice includes chanting, pranayama and meditation.
You can contact Harini at harinino1@hotmail.com
Harini Srinivasan / Teacher
Meara is a San Antonio based yoga teacher, she has completed her 200 hour
teacher training course at through Yoga Yoga and has been teaching public
classes since June 2015.
Meara is also a certified Montessori teacher, professional violinist, equestrian
(horse lady) and currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Counseling from
Texas A&M University at San Antonio.
You can reach Meara at mearamcmains@yahoo.com
Meara McMains / Teacher
Aida Omar / Teacher
