Kristen is a Texas-raised yogi, dancer, and dog mom. She was introduced to yoga in college as a way to complement her love of dance. After experiencing the joy, comfort, and stillness yoga brought to her life, she felt called to share this transformative practice with others. As a 200-hr registered yoga teacher, Kristen now aims to inspire and empower her students by sharing tools to support their minds and bodies both on and off the mat.

Allison is an ERYT500 and PRYT with over a 1,000 hours of training including advanced asana, pre/postnatal, pilates, Restorative Yoga with the great Judith Lasater and trauma informed training working with both veterans and the pre/postnatal populations. Allison considers herself a lifelong learner. She has been practicing yoga since 2008; her true passion for yoga was sparked during her first pregnancy in 2011. Now as a mother of 3 girls, her own sanity is found on the mat. She's been an educator for years, but in different capacities. First as a public school art teacher, a mother and now a yoga teacher and a Birthing from Within Mentor and Certified Doula and Childbirth Educator. She enjoys leading sweaty soulful vinyasa flows as well as guiding momma's to be and postpartum moms through mindful meditations and sweet pre/postnatal flows. Her classes are full of energy and challenging flows, but she always gives her students the guidance to listen to their own bodies and make modifications as necessary in order to have complete autonomy over their practice. Allison truly believes students should meet themselves where they are and grow from there.

For Kim, yoga was love at first Savasana over a decade ago. It was both the most awkward and incredibly peaceful experience within the span of an hour she had ever had. After dealing with chronic pain and mental health issues, she knew that it was the power of breath, movement, presence, and self-inquiry that would lead to her healing and liberation. She received her 200-hr YTT certification in 2014, left her full time law office job, and began her life as a full time traveling yoga instructor for over 3 years. In 2017 she completed her 300-hr advanced training.

Always a student, Kim has also completed courses in Core-Strength Vinyasa, Thai Yoga, Yin Yoga, Breathwork, and various meditation & yogic breathing practices. Students can expect Kim to teach from a place of intuition and authenticity, offering loving guidance through discomfort and bliss, and an opportunity to show up and meet yourself exactly where you're at on your path.

Growing up as a dancer, Laurel has always felt drawn to movement as a form of expression. She decided to dive further into the practice of yoga at the beginning of the pandemic as a way to stay active. She found that the practice of yoga has so many layers that she was eager to peel back. Laurel felt called to obtain her 200-hr YTT at Wild Heart Yoga in the Fall of 2021. She aims to extend her learnings of powerful yogic philosophy, mindfulness, asana sequencing, human connection, and spirituality to her students. Laurel holds a safe space where individuals are free to explore poses and the physical and mental sensations that accompany them.

Originally from Alabama with an accent to prove it, Leslie has now been in Austin 20 years. As a former gymnast her curiosity sparked when saw a class full of handstands through a window in her old gym. Leslie dabbled on and off the mat for years. As life happened and her practice deepened, she noticed she was showing up for the stuff between the ears. Being aware of her body was easy, the mind was a whole other animal. Yoga helped with stress and peace of mind and making peace with a changing body.

Leslie shows up as herself, authentic and open. Building community is important to her. If you’re shy, come to her class - she’ll make sure you make some new friends. Her playlists keep you motivated and she’s cool if you want to sing and dance.

We all have different musculoskeletal structures and Adam’s classes focus on ahiṃsā (the ethical principle of non-harming), to be mindful of how our bodies feel and not how poses look. His classes are crafted to guide you through mindful movements to safely build strength and stability through careful alignment, so you can find the expansive freedom found within.

Practices are stimulating, energizing, and designed for a full-body and mind connection. You can expect an authentic, non-judgmental teaching style; his intention is to help you find your inner wisdom to create a more disciplined, healthy, fun, and spiritually connected life.

Adam received his 200-hr YTT from Wild Heart Yoga and recently completed a 32-hr meditation teacher training.

Lea, a Tucson, Arizona native, rooted herself in Austin, Texas. Infusing her classes with desert wisdom, she offers grounding amidst life's chaos, drawing on her personal practice that nurtures confidence, releases anxiety, and deepens the mind/body connection. Beyond the mat, Lea savors the simplicity of Austin living - lakeside strolls, paddleboarding, and lounging with her 20-pound cat, Lou.

Crystal first tried out yoga in high school in a world religions class. During her own roaring 20s was when she got hooked on the way a challenging class made her feel. She learned that when we keep showing up, we are capable of a lot. She attained her first YTT certification at The Little Yoga House in 2016, where she taught kids aerial and family yoga. Since then, she has received her 200 YTT certification from Yoga East Austin and Wild Heart Yoga. Crystal enjoys tapping into that magical moment when one finds the calm in a challenging pose.

Keira found her way to yoga as a way to manage stress and focus on her mental well-being. When she moved to Austin five years ago, Wildheart quickly became her second home, providing her with a supportive and vibrant community where she earned her 200-hour teaching certification in 2021. In her classes, Keira blends fun, power, and intention, with a strong focus on the mind-body connection. She aims to create an empowering space where students leave feeling stronger, more confident, and deeply connected to themselves. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, Keira's classes invite you to explore your potential and cultivate inner strength in a welcoming and playful space.