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Emily Bedard

Emily Bedard, vinyasa yoga teacher at The Castro Room in San Francisco, close-up portrait with long wavy blonde hair in soft natural light

What is your #1 priority as a teacher? What do you most hope to impart to your students?Presence, resiliency, safety.

Why is this important to you?Presence, safety, and resiliency are central to my teaching because they help create a space where people can reconnect with themselves, navigate discomfort with compassion, and cultivate trust in their bodies.

How would you describe your style of class?Nourishing flow with sound healing.

Who is/are/were your principal teacher(s)?Nat Kendall, Jeremy Falk, Rachel Wilkins.

From what lineage(s) do you take inspiration?Mindfulness, Bhakti, somatics.

How warm do you like the room?75-80°F.

What's your favorite yoga book?Awakening Shakti by Sally Kempton.

Instagram@emilybedardsf

Websiteemilybedardyoga.com

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