Briana Penzarella

Hi there!
My name is Briana and I originally started out in this world as a professional Opera singer. Little did I know that the universe had other plans! And now I’m a full time Yoga teacher in manhattan, New York! 

I lead beginner to intermediate levels of Vinyasa Yoga.
My flows can be quite dynamic. My flows can be strong & core focused as well as slow and restorative-it all depends on the level of the group and their overall energy. And one thing I’m known for is my integration of Bhakti Yoga where we chant sacred Sanskrit Mantras to set the theme, direction and mood of class. I lead it in a call and response method so that we all take a moment to learn the mantra line for line then sing it all together and with additional support of my harmonium. We’ll chant at the beginning of class as well as at the end so as to bring our Yoga journey in full circle to Devine completion.

In addition I teach private harmonium lessons for anyone curious about taking on a more immersive Mantra practice.

I also love to incorporate Mudras (Yoga for the hands) which help’s to support and focus one’s intention.

Every so often I’ll take a more restorative approach to the vinyasa practice with a lighter flow, filled with restorative postures for longer, melting holds.

I work with a few mature crowds whom of which have gone through double hip & knee replacements. This requires me to take things in a more Hatha direction. Less flow, and with more static holds, and rests.

Ive also begun teaching water aerobics with URBN Playground, one of the luxury residential fitness groups I teach Vinyasa Yoga for.