You know what’s the worst?
When you try so hard to find a yoga class that feels welcoming and relatable—but then intimidating poses (argh!), out-of-touch instructors, and yoga snobbery keep showing up, leaving you totally frustrated and disconnected.
And when you feel like a party-crashing oddball, you know what happens?
You.
Give.
Up.
Your motivation to exercise drains away faster than your phone battery at 1%.
You stop showing up to class.
And there you are, once more, watching the yoga express zoom by while you're left standing on the platform.
You know what? To hell with that nonsense.
When you try so hard to take care of yourself, commit to a healthy lifestyle, and find inner peace---but then getting to yoga class becomes one of the most stressful things to accomplish (aargh!), and finding a yoga studio that understands recovery seems impossible, leaving you totally overwhelmed and frustrated.
What you need is a studio where you can be perfectly imperfect
At Luminous Recovery Yoga, we’re not interested in Instagram-worthy performances—and what a relief, right?
Instead, we stand for:
Helping real people, not pretzels.
Giving the middle finger to perfection.
Creating a consistent yoga practice that works for—not against—you.
Dive into tailored classes, a genuine community, and the freedom to practice in your favorite leggings (you know, the ones with that questionable hole).
Simply join our virtual family, and watch your amazing transformation unfold. Experience yoga that's approachable, steadfast encouragement, and the luxury of practicing on your own terms.
Welcome to Luminous Recovery Yoga. We're not just a studio—we're your sanctuary from unrealistic expectations, rigid schedules, and feeling like a fraud.
From Yoga Frustration to Yoga Infatuation: I've Walked That Path
I'm Kari! Once upon a time, yoga and I were not friends. To be honest, I walked out of more classes than I ever stayed to take. I was that person who put down my mat, struggled through the first five minutes (or less), and then hopped off, bundled everything up, and bolted out the door. Yoga?
More like "no-ga" for me!
But, as life would have it, I eventually found my groove. It took time, patience, and some soul-searching to feel comfortable with the poses, find a teacher, and discover a yoga space that allowed me to relax into the experience. And when I did, it changed everything.
I decided to move my studio online because let's face it, getting to yoga class can be stressful. Who wants to cram a yoga class into their schedule and almost hit pedestrians on the way to something that's supposed to provide peace and calm? Not me, and I'm guessing, not you either.
When I teach yoga classes, I'm all about supporting you. I'm not practicing on the mat with you; I'm focused on guiding you and offering verbal assistance, looking for cues that you might need a little extra help. Your success is my success, and I'm here to help you through every step of the journey.
I have years of experience teaching both new and seasoned yoga practitioners, and I'm a person in recovery too. I understand the unique challenges of finding a practice that helps you regulate your body, mind, and spirit. That's why Luminous Recovery Yoga is different – it's a space tailored to your unique needs as a person in recovery.
So, whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned yogi, or perhaps you've tried yoga in the past and it didn't work for you, I'm here to tell you: it's never too late to begin. At Luminous Recovery Yoga, it's my honor to provide a safe and effective space for you to discover this practice for yourself.
Teaching Credentials:
I am a Tier 3 Certified Baptiste Yoga Instructor; RYT-500; Certified Yoga of 12 Step Recovery Space Holder; Trained in the Yoga of Recovery methodology; BA in Religious Studies from Humboldt State University.
Ready For A Yoga Revolution?
At Luminous Recovery Yoga, we offer accessible and engaging online yoga classes tailored for individuals in recovery. Our classes blend yoga philosophy with recovery wisdom, providing a supportive environment where you can connect with yourself and grow stronger, both mentally and physically.
The Luminous Recovery Yoga Podcast
This is the podcast experience you’ve been waiting for! Every episode is a short, personal share with experience, strength, and hope on a recovery-related topic. Then, we transition to a short, gentle yoga practice. Why does this work so well? Because, “the issues live in our tissues” (and I don’t mean your 🤧!).