Tammy Brahan is a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance and a member of The International Association of Yoga Therapists. She also has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Nursing, as well as 21 years of experience as a fitness instructor. Tammy began a private yoga practice in January 2001, as a cross training method and a means to  recover from athletic injuries. She quickly discovered a passion for the life transforming benefits of yoga and a strong desire to learn more about this ancient system. Since then, she has trained with renowned master yoga teachers Baron Baptiste, Seane Corn, Doug Swenson, Beryl Bender Birch, Jonny Kest, Paul Grilley,  Ana Forrest, Patricia Walden, Maty Ezraty, and Barbara Benaugh.

Presently, she is continuing her studies in the heart-oriented style of Anusara Yoga and is designated as an "Anusara-inspired" yoga teacher. She has trained with Desiree Rumbaugh, Doug Kellar, Raye Lynn Rath, Martin and Jordan Kirk , Jordan Bloom and the founder of Anusara Yoga, John Friend. Tammy's teaching style is an eclectic blend of many styles, yet, all of her classes emphasize the Universal Principles of Alignment unique to this style of yoga. Anusara Yoga is considered to be one of the most spiritually uplifting, and therapeuticlly effective styles of Hatha Yoga in the world today.

Last year in Cincinnatti, Tammy completed a Yoga Therapy Teacher Training with John. This training focused on the  diagnostics and treatment of specific injuries to the neck, shoulders, lower back, hips, knees and feet. She incorporates this valuable information in each and every class that she teaches.

Tammy is a mother of two,  an avid runner, and plays tennis competitively. She has experienced first-hand the strength and focus that yoga has brought to these and other areas of her personal life. In addition to her classes at the studio, Tammy has affiliated with Pine Grove Behavioral Health Women's Center, Gentle Path, and the Professional Enhancement Program to provide yoga classes for patients being treated for eating disorders, chemical dependency and other addictive behaviors. As a teacher, she approaches her classes with enthusiasm, compassion and respect for the individual.  She encourages her students to embrace the practice of yoga as much more than a physical form of exercise. It is a means to open the heart, to listen to the inner voice, and ..... to discover the power within.

tammy@theyogaroom-ms.com

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Susan Bone has been practicing yoga on a regular basis for the past three years. She has a background in teaching group exercise and personal training (AFAA certified). During her yoga study, Susan has attended workshops offered by FiTour, Yoga Fit (level 1 and seniors), Doug Keller, Magnus Ecklund, Nora Hudson and Tammy Brahan. Most recently Susan has attended workshops taught by Anusara professionals Jordan and Martin Kirk, John Friend, founder of Anusara, and Jordan Bloom. For Susan yoga provides an opportunity to be with herself without any distractions. Yoga is a personal journey to enhance breath, strength, focus, concentration, and surrender; all of these practical for everyday living.

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Holly Buckner has been a fitness instructor in some vein for nearly a decade, and prior to that she was a dancer an avid believer in movement. She was led to yoga through a friend and mentor, and she has taught yoga for three years. Prior to studying with Tammy, Holly primarily studied and taught the Yoga Fit philosophy. Now she has seen the light and has discovered the mind, body, and spirit connection that Anusara Yoga teaches. She plans to continue studying Anusara with an emphasis in Power Yoga. Recently Holly has had the opportunity to study with Jordan Bloom and Martin and Jordan Kirk. She is excited about Anusara Yoga, the Universal Principals of Alignment, leading with your heart, and sharing what she has learned with others!

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Yoga has become the foundation from which I am rebuilding my life. In the past, I have been a stressed out, working mother of two who has felt that her life was about getting through one day in order to get on to the next. Through a regular yoga practice, I have discovered that the cycle I was in was destructive, and I now try to focus on each day for what it is - a blessing and a gift. I am now, with the help of Anusara, listening to my heart and making decisions that are positive and reaffirming. I wish for all yoga practitioners the ability to manage the inevitable stress of life while finding joy in every day.

Peace,
Holly

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Lisa Diggetts grew up on a farm in the foothills of the Ozark mountains in Arkansas. She moved to Hattiesburg in 2000 with her two daughters, and she trained to be a massage therapist. Lisa has been practicing massage since 2002 and is a partner of Therapeutic Kneads day spa in Hattiesburg. In addition to being a massage therapist, Lisa has received training to further help heal her clients through reiki, meditation and angel communication. Lisa's goal in leading guided meditations is to teach others how to safely quiet the mind and connect with God to obtain a healthier body and peace of mind.

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Debbie Moss has studied yoga for over 7 years. She has been a student of Tammy's for the past 5 years, and was encouraged by Tammy to begin teaching. Debbie primarily practices a yoga that blends the heat building workout of Power Yoga with the alignment principles of Anusara and the relaxation and stretching found in traditional Hatha yoga. She has attended several yoga workshops, including those conducted by nationally known yoga teachers Doug Keller, John Friend, founder of Anusara Yoga, and Jenni Fox. In the spring of 2006, she spent 10 days exploring the yogic lifestyle and learning meditation techniques at the Himalayan Institute located in the Poconos of Pennsylvania. In addition, she has a strong background in Kripalu yoga with its emphasis on a thorough understanding of the basic yoga poses, as well as lengthening the spine and maintaining alignment.

Her class includes vinyasa flows, balancing poses, and a relaxation segment. It emphasizes developing an inner focus and strengthening and lengthening the body.

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Yoga has been a constant in my life for over 7 years. It's something that I have kept up with consistently. It challenges me and keeps my attention. It has been the defining factor in my personal transformation. When I began my yoga practice, I was completely out of shape. It was hard for me to just stand in Mountain Pose, standing with good posture, because my body was so out of alignment. I suffered from chronic back pain, as well. My yoga practice slowly evolved. I became more balanced both mentally and physically.

Yoga has been the catalyst for change in my life during the past several years. It has helped me to become strong of mind and body. I've learned to focus my mind and to better deal with the stresses of everyday life.

Namasté
Debbie

debbie@theyogaroom-ms.com

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Jaime Taylor is the mother of a six year old, and has had an at home yoga practice with him for nearly two years. She, herself, has been practicing yoga for 3 years, beginning with Kripalu principles of basic yoga poses and Hatha style for restoration. For the past year, she has studied Anusara under Tammy’s instruction. Jaime has attended workshops by Magnus Eklund and Martin and Jordan Kirk.
Jaime is currently working as a registered massage therapist (RMT 306), and has practiced in the Hattiesburg area for seven years. She opened Therapeutic Kneads Day Spa in August of 2002. During her massage practice she has continued her education and received additional certifications in Reflexology and Reiki.

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