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How Yoga Found me & Shaped My Life
My Journey
I grew up a gymnast for nearly a decade. My curiosity for athletics continued and I became a competitive cheerleader and ended up winning a NCAA title with Oklahoma State in 2016. For a while I enjoyed the structure and rigidity that came with it, but when I moved from Kansas to Arizona after graduating college, I was craving a different motion. Yoga found me and honestly, at first, I hated it. I thought it was too slow & boring. I used to fall asleep in savasana. But overtime, I started to slowly fall in love, not with what Yoga did for my body, but for my mind.
I later attended YTT in the jungles of Costa Rica, to leading corporate movement experiences with Lululemon, teaching across Arizona, supporting former athletes and those navigating chronic pain, to running a Non-Profit for Children & Teens, and facilitating Women’s retreats.
My journey with yoga has allowed me to traverse many landscapes and communities. Yet through every experience, I remain a student first, continually learning from this practice & the people it brings into my life.
❋ Intentional Structure
I teach to my audience. I do not teach from a book or script. Every class is different, as I have never taught the same class twice. I attune to the energetics of the space so that whether you are a first time participant or a seasoned yoga student, you are welcome, guided and comfortable in the space.
I teach vinyasa flow, yin & pre-natal / postpartum yoga
❋ Curated Energy
From the warmth of lighting & ambiance, to the music that is curated throughout, everything is intentionally brought together for a memorable experience
❋ Seasoned Facilitation
I have taught yoga the last 6 years across the valley of Arizona, in corporate spaces, large wellness events, hosted retreats, guided bachelor and bachelorette parties, taught at several studios and held private 1:1 sessions.
I have spent the last 5 years teaching at a well-known Bouldering gym here in Phoenix, Black Rock and thoroughly enjoyed teaching to the widespread backgrounds and cultures amongst my students I have made life long connections and grown relationships that I will cherish forever amongst the community.
❋ A Supportive & Welcoming Space
I always tell my students this practice is what you make it and what is best suited for you when you step on your mat. Whether you feel resonate with the cue’s I offer or you need to take rest, the space is there for you to take what you need.
Student Reflections
“I stumbled onto Hayden’s classes right when I had first moved to Arizona. I was feeling homesick and wondering if I had made the right decision with the move, but I was told yoga can help you destress, relax, and align, so I gave her class a try.”
“Throughout the class, Hayden would ask us to breathe through our emotions and thoughts, actively releasing them to the ether and focusing on feeling our bodies more deeply. I was hooked. She didn’t offer a verbal step-by-step solution, but a forum for me to work through what was in me. I came back the next week, and the week after that, and before I knew it, I had been going to Hayden’s weekly class for two straight years.”
“There were moments where the internal tension was high, and some deep pigeon poses caused me to inexplicably cry, but afterward it felt like relief, like a constraint had been broken and a wound had been healed.”
“Hayden speaks to the inexplicable part of yoga: how it helps release stress, anxiety, and emotions through releasing fascia and deeper breaths. She is very good at pacing the class, cueing the breath and leads with her voice. So even if you are not looking, you can follow along.”
“I leave class feeling ready for the week, while deeply connected to my body and renewed.”
Sheldon C. - Former Student
“Hayden’s classes are moments that I, and so many others, look forward to starting our weeks with. It helps correct that crucial mind/body balance right when it’s usually needed most.”
“The familiar rhythm of your weekly flow is well-balanced with the challenge of new, ever-changing poses. Your kind, caring character, your voice, and your messages carry beautiful healing power. And your musical taste and curation of the queue in alignment with the flow is on point. It’s easy to follow, simple, and absolutely delightful.”
“I’ve been to dozens of instructors across the US and even other countries. Hayden is in my top 1%.”
“If I went in with a lot on my mind, when I leave, I’m back to being calm, aloof, and present. If my body was sore or in pain before, I feel relaxed, limber, and better connected after. It’s a proper reset to nudge getting back to being ‘in the pocket’, where I’m my best self. Countless times, I’ve left saying - “That’s exactly what I needed.”
J.T. - Former Student
“Hayden’s yoga is truly my favorite part of every week. I’m glad to have gotten the chance to join for the last two years! There is a real connection between her and her students.”
“I appreciate the blend of beginner-friendly postures with more challenging ones, allowing me to explore my own physical limits. I enjoy the opportunity to flow on my own at the end of each practice to suit my needs and creative expression. I look forward to her adjustments in savasana, every class”
Cheng H. - Former Student“Hey Teach, Can I Get That Track?”
I always joke with my students that there is no better compliment as a yoga teacher than when your students ask, “what song was that?” and I happily share.
Many of my students have asked for a central space to find my yoga flow playlists, so I thought this was a great place to offer more insight. Catch my latest tracks and playlists from over the years via Spotify. (Type “flow” in search bar for class tunes)
Important FAQ’s
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Absolutely! I specialize in tailored 1:1 work with my students and also have experience hosting small & large group events in corporate settings, nature centered spaces, bachelorette trips & more.
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I do! I ask that additional compensation is given for time, gas & travel accommodations depending on the location! We can discuss in a free connect call
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1:1 Sessions: $75-$150
Groups under 10: $120
Groups over 10-20: $200-$250
Groups over 20-40: $350
Groups over 40: $700-1,000
Bachelorette/Bachelor Parties: $250 (2hrs, yoga mats, large speaker)
Corporate - Large Wellness Events: $500-$1,500
Retreats: Custom pricing -
I have been a student of yoga for 8 years and taught across the valley for 6.