April 2024 Yogi of the Month

Ayumi

Ayumi has completed over 600 classes in two years! We're so thankful for her friendly, consistent presence in our YogaSpark community.

Q: How long have you practiced yoga and what other forms of exercise do you like to do?


I have been practicing hot yoga for 3 years. Other than yoga, I like swimming, skiing and riding on bicycles.


Q: What brought you to YogaSpark?


When we moved from Tokyo to New York 2 years ago, it was absolutely essential for me to find a new studio. Thanks to my husband who is also a Yogi now, he searched the new neiborhood and found YogaSpark !

I immediately became addicted, and already completed over 600 classes at YogaSpark.


Q: What do you love about practicing hot power yoga?


I am thankful to all my teachers. All classes are fun and challenging. I also love the heat and the sweat.


Q: Can you give a word or phrase that describes yoga to you?


Concentration.

I try to concentrate on my breathe and empty my head when practicing.


Q: What's your current favorite song to flow to?


80s and Taylor Swift


Q: Do you have a favorite quote?


Where there’s a will, there’s a way.

We have the same quote in Japanese, and I like to challenge myself.


Q: What yoga pose do you love practicing right now?


Warrior series. It makes me feel powerful and strong.


Q: Tell us one non yoga factoid about you.


I am a Disney fan, and love Disney Cruise.