Anne Marie D.
Instructor
Certifications
Dragonfly Hot Yoga Flow & Lift
My Teaching Style
I love bringing the energy up in my classes! Flow and Lift always feels like a party to me. The class I teach is meant to be fun and motivating, and I do that by coordinating upbeat music with the sequences and exercises throughout class. I encourage students to listen to their bodies, always offering options to lower the impact of the pose or different ways to increase the intensity. We meet the challenges of the class wherever our bodies (and minds) are at, strengthening them while staying safe. My goal with each class is for students to leave their mats feeling stronger, more powerful, and ready to bring the energy from our class into their world.
Experience
I’ve always had a passion for fitness, and I’ve been practicing yoga regularly since 2013. I knew as soon as I started that I would continue for the rest of my life. I was initially drawn to the practice of yoga because of the physical benefits—it’s an amazing workout, and I love the way my body feels after each class—but yoga became a passion for me because of the mental and emotional benefits, and I believe I’ve grown to understand myself better because of it. I’ve practiced at a number of studios in different states as I’ve moved around, and I began my teaching journey in 2026. I became certified in Flow & Lift and joined the Dragonfly teaching family shortly after. I’m honored to be a part of this amazing community of instructors and fellow yogis in the Madison area!
Favorite Pose
Garudasana (eagle pose)! I love this pose because I can feel it in every part of my body. It is a challenging combination of balance, strength, and such deliberate positioning (as are many poses, but I feel it more so in this one). It’s one of those poses I need to really think about to get into, but once I’m there, it’s like I could fly. I feel graceful and powerful. It’s an opportunity to build heat and strengthening tension in your body that sets you up for an amazing release later in your practice. I feel so strong and at peace in this pose, and my body feels amazing afterwards.
Favorite Quote
“All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost.”
– J.R.R. Tolkien
Why I Love Dragonfly
I love Dragonfly because the moment you step through the doors, no matter which studio, you’re part of the family. The atmosphere created by the staff, instructors and yogis is so warm and inviting, I can’t help but smile. I feel lighter and happier after every class.
Little Known Fact About Me
I am an ex-adrenaline junky and I can solve the Rubik’s cube in under 2 minutes.
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