​Down Dog Sedona Bios
Elle Everett - E-RYT 500, Reiki Master and Ayurvedic Health Counselor. She has been incorporating the principles of Ayurveda into her yoga classes as well as holding workshops to share this knowledge with others to help them have better digestion, sleep, and quality of life.
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Elle has a passion for working with others to help them find peace and happiness through the mind-body connection. Elle founded Down Dog Sedona to provide a space to practice yoga but also to bring people together as a community. She believes that yoga is for everybody and that it is not about how deep you go into a pose but rather the integrity of the pose to avoid injuries. She emphasizes centering and finding the breath in the beginning and the end of practice. Asana is only one of the eight limbs of yoga. Elle feels that the emphasis of yoga should be inclusive of the other limbs and not just the physical practice. Check out Elle's blog for more Ayurveda and wellness topics.
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Everett - RYT 200
Co-owner and Elle's husband, Everett never thought he would "Do Yoga." Now? Today, not only is he a yoga business owner with Elle, he swears by yoga as it has provided him with the physicality of movement and strength conditioning that he loves, along with what the before-unforeseen-benefits of meditation, breathing and relaxation can do for his blood pressure and demeanor (ask Elle). Everett prefers a fast-paced, Vinyasa Flow practice. As he says, "Nothing too fancy, just a block and tackle-type approach with a lot of cueing, a lot of movement, and a lot of opportunity to sweat."
Alicia - RYT 200
Alicia, brings a wealth of passion and love to her teaching. Introduced to yoga seven years ago, she has since cultivated a dedicated practice, which has flourished further since her relocation to the Verde Valley. Alicia firmly believes that yoga is accessible to everyone and is eager to share its transformative power with others. With her compassionate approach and commitment to inclusivity, she aspires to guide her students on their own journey of self-discovery and holistic well-being.
Christa - RYT 200
Christa discovered yoga while trying to heal from multiple running related injuries. Her physical and emotional state were not aligned and she knew she needed to find something that was physically challenging and emotionally satisfying. Soon yoga became a way of life. In 2023, she decided to take Yoga Teacher Training through Down Dog Sedona. This is when Christa discovered her true passion for teaching yoga. “I have been a Montessori teacher for 15 years. Montessori and Yoga, for me, seemed to have many parallels. They both are a process of discovery. Christa’s approach to yoga remains focused on awareness, strength, and breathing. In her class you can expect a gentle approach to settle the mind and body.
Kelly - RYT 500, E-RYT 200, YACEP
Recently relocating to Sedona from Carmel, Indiana, Kelly has been practicing and studying yoga for over 20 years, with 10 years of experience teaching a variety of yoga styles including Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow, and Yin. A dedicated Angel Ambassador volunteer at Sedona Yoga Festival since 2018, she is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners alike, emphasizing authenticity and self-acceptance. Kelly integrates traditional and modern yoga practices, aiming to help her students connect with their breath and find a sense of inner peace during their practice. She believes the benefits of yoga extend beyond the mat, encouraging everyone to carry that sense of peace and mindfulness into their daily lives.
Kim – Master Certified Life and Relationship Coach, Certified Sedona Soul Transformational Coach, and a Certified Yoga and Pilates Instructor
Starting her spiritual journey over 20 years ago due to insomnia and the stress associated with being a CPA in the corporate world, Kim began taking yoga classes, which cured her insomnia and deepened her connection to her body, mind, and spirit. Achieving amazing results, Kim decided to share the benefits of yoga by creating her own wellness company where she taught yoga at corporate functions and other venues. Kim continued deepening her spiritual journey by becoming a Life and Relationship Coach where she provides healing and teaching to people to optimize and fulfill one's self and personal relationships. Kim has a gentle method and manner and acts as a spiritual guide to assist people in connecting with their hearts to live their best lives.
