Elena Haykin, Yoga Instructor

For many years yoga was just one of my competitive and recreational athletic activities like gymnastics, running and skiing.

After a skiing accident in 2003 and the surgeries that followed, I turned to yoga practice in search of healing.  I tried various types: Bikram, Iyangar, Ashtanga, Viniyoga and restorative. In yoga I discovered a very personal, physical, emotional and spiritual balance.  This exploration allowed me to find my own style of practice and encouraged me to become an instructor.

It is my desire to share my passion and knowledge with you, and for you to discover the healing power of Yoga.

Allow me to be of service to you in the life transforming practice of Yoga.

I am trained and certified yoga instructor in classical Hatha Yoga, RYT-200 registered at Yoga Alliance. In my continuing education I have expanded my skills in a variety of yoga styles and applications that allowed me to find my own approach in personal practice and as a yoga instructor. For students of all levels I emphasize the integral link between your physical body and mind via synchronized breathing, as you reach for a deep connection between your internal wisdom and the true self.

With education and many years of experience in physics and engineering, I am fascinated by the fact that many aspects of yoga can be explained by Quantum Theory. I apply my knowledge of Quantum Physics and connect with the ancient wisdom of yoga.

I currently teach Vinyasa flow, Power Vinyasa, Hot Yoga, Restorative and Yoga Nidra. I am also trained in Yoga Therapy and have a series of classes for special therapeutic needs such as Yoga  for Cancer Survivors™, yoga for arthritis and osteoporosis, and yoga for anxiety and depression.

With a commitment to ongoing education, I regularly attend workshops and conferences with nationally regarded master teachers such as Gary Kraftsow, Richard Freeman, Shiva Rea, Seane Corn, Judith Hanson Lasater, Ana Forrest Dharma Mittra and Dr. K.Poole.

Training and Education

• RYT_200 hour  Certified Yoga Teacher, registered with Yoga Alliance – classical Hatha Yoga,      Panchamaya model based on teachings of Sri. Krishnamacharya and Viniyoga™

• Yoga Teachers Training for Cancer Survivors™; Professional Yoga Therapist Program™ (PYT-500hr), with Joseph Le Page in Kripalu, Stockbridge, Massachusetts
• Master of Science Degree, Physics and Electrical Engineering, Polytechnic University in St. Petersburg, Russia