Alisha Vasquez

Alisha Vasquez
500 hour certified
Alisha has long been interested in health and fitness and views yoga as the perfect form of exercise, providing flexibility, strength and cardiovascular health. Initially drawn to the practice because of the physical benefits, she has come to appreciate yoga as a more holistic path towards health. Alisha received her 200-hour teaching certificate from Cloud Nine Yoga and her Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton. She shares her passion for yoga with adults and children alike, always striving to keep her Vinyasa flow classes creative and diverse. Her style is energetic and athletic, while maintaining balance, incorporating deep stretching and meditation. Alisha wishes to guide her students through a well-rounded practice, showing them how yoga ultimately reconnects us to our truest, most peaceful, and blissful selves.

Favorite Yoga Move: 

Handstand because it’s playful but also requires intense dedication and focus. It teaches me to devote myself fully towards a goal, while letting go of my attachment to the outcome.

How Has Yoga Benefited You The Most: 

Yoga has dramatically changed the way I see myself. It has helped me to realize my worth and to approach life with self-assurance instead of doubt and fear.

Reason Started Doing Yoga: 

Reason Started Doing Yoga: I was very interested in fitness and dance and I found that yoga contains elements of both. I continue to be drawn to yoga because of this combination of power and grace.

5 Words That Describe Your Teaching Style: 

Creative. Energetic. Fluid. Eclectic. Introspective.
 
 

Classes I Teach

Lunchtime Yoga

This quick flow class is action-packed to make sure you tap into each major muscle group of your body. Moving through a combination of standing and seated postures, you will lengthen the muscles that tend to tighten during long hours of sitting. Though the class is designed for all levels, it will challenge you as you work up a sweat on your lunch break.

Ra Vinyasa Level 2

This class is for students who are familiar with basic poses and would like to advance their practice through arm balances and inversions. Poses will flow together with fast and fun transitions, but modifications are also available for the various levels of practitioners. Come prepared to sweat and work hard in a non-competitive atmosphere while also taking the time to slow down your thoughts and go within.

Ra Strength 2

This class is a great complement to your regular yoga practice. You will learn to incorporate strength training exercises into your standing and balancing yoga postures. Each class is a full-body workout, with exercises for the upper body, lower body, and abdominals. Student may choose their own level of difficulty by using heavier or lighter weights, or even no weights at all.