How did you get started at Dfly?
I graduated college in May 2020 and struggled in the following years with the chaos of the pandemic and transition into adulthood. I thought a new hobby might help, so I did one month of unlimited classes and immediately got hooked.
What was your yoga/barre experience before Dfly?
I did yoga while I was a college student at UW. My practice was pretty sporadic due to school, but I loved doing yoga on the terrace in the summers!
What do you enjoy most from attending Dfly classes?
Having one hour a day where I’m off my phone! It’s an hour where I’m fully unplugged and don’t have to worry about being reachable or responding to anyone. It’s just me and my mat.
Have you experienced any changes in your total well-being since taking classes?
I feel so much more connected to my mind and body! The poses take my full attention so there’s no room for my mind to wander. I was also burnt out and never actually thought to ask myself if I enjoyed what I was doing. Now I am able to appreciate the value in pausing and reflecting—I take what serves me and leave the rest!
How often do you attend classes? Favorite class?
I aim to attend classes 3-4 times a week! My favorite classes are Jake’s Yoga Up and Colleen’s Flow and Yin. I always leave Jake’s classes laughing and Colleen’s feeling very zen (especially in the winter when it’s taught by candlelight).
Please feel free to share any other thoughts you have about Dfly, hot yoga, or your life as we would love to know more about you!
When I’m not at dfly, I work as a paralegal for the state government! I enjoy biking, watching movies, ultimate frisbee, pickleball, and reading while being snuggled up with my cat Olive.
