James Serra

Jimmy Serra is a Certified Ayurveda Yoga Specialist, and a Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor through the Himalayan Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy. He has taught hot yoga, vinyasa, and all levels classes 7 years. In a never- ending quest to listen to his own body and spirit, he encourages his students to meet themselves on the mat and life everyday. More important than physical form on the mat, he believes that conscious awareness of each breath and movement on the mat will bring students to their next level in practice.

Jimmy also has an in-depth background with exercise physiology as an AFAA fitness instructor and health coach for almost ten years. He credits his mother in helping him to cultivate his spirituality and intuitive healing capabilities and was initiated into the studies of Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki and Quantum Touch, where he later received certifications as Reiki Master. Jimmy serves as a mentor teacher for male yogis helping to foster spiritual evolution and intuitive alignment of men on their path to wellness.  Jimmy is an educator, facilitator, and wellness provider at yoga retreats, seminars, and yoga teacher trainings. He specializes in Ayurvedic medicine, individualized mind-body-spirit programs, mantra and meditation, and holistic nutrition.

In 2016, he initiated a meditation project within the state of CT's maximum level security prisons and continues to support humanitarian efforts and yearly fundraisers for child and animal welfare. Jimmy has also owned a successful business, Choppers Barber Shop, in the local area for the past 25 years. In his free time he enjoys cooking, riding his motorcycle, hiking with his dog, and spending time with family and friends.