DeAnna Shires Nielsen, M.Ed. E-RYT 500 & Reiki Practitioner, has been studying and practicing various aspects of yoga since 1993. In 2005, DeAnna created the “Breathe Into Recovery” program for those healing from addiction and is a strong believer of Yoga for Emotional Healing and has been training teachers and offering workshops since 2007 through her “Breathe into Awareness” Programs. Always a student, DeAnna is currently studying Ayurveda and Vedic Astrology with The American Institute of Vedic Studies under he guidance of Dr. David Frawley (Vamadeva) and Yogini Shambhavi.
Beyond asana that is approachable for all, DeAnna incorporates Ayurveda, Psychology of the Subtle Body, Pranayama, Meditation, and Mantra into her classes for a holistic yoga experience. Her playful spirit encourages laughter, exploration, and the freedom to "Bliss Out" and Just “Be”.