Christy Newsome

Professional Yoga Therapist. RYT-500, ERYT-200

I have been practicing yoga for 20ish years. I received my 200-hour certification through Peachtree Yoga Center and my 500-hour and professional yoga therapy certification through Etowah Valley Yoga. I am registered through the Yoga Alliance and a member of IAYT. I am also pursuing Thai Yoga Bodywork certification with Michael Sitzer.

I offer all levels hatha style classes, as well as restorative, yin, gentle, chair, and vinyasa classes. My philosophy to teaching is that all yoga is therapy and should create space in your body. I encourage students to listen to their bodies, to let go of ego, and to honor wherever they are on any given day. Focus is on safety via proper alignment, complete breath, and FEELING a pose in your body, rather than achieving some idea of a “perfect pose."

I am a teacher at heart. I was the director of technology & computer teacher for 17 years at a private elementary school, teaching and supporting both children and adults before pursuing a full-time yoga career. I have a B.A. in business & computer science from Furman University & a M.S.Ed. in curriculum, integration, & technology. I also coached gymnastics and cheerleading over the years. I bring a kind heart and a passion for helping people become their better selves to my classes and private sessions.

I also love reading...and coffee...and New York City...and the Braves.