Hi. I'm GraziE.
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My personal yoga journey began in 2005 when I started taking classes at my local gym and was drawn to continued study as I began to feel more “in” my body and to experience physical and emotional releases during the practice.
I completed a 30 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher training with Jared Sam at Kalani Oceanside Retreat, Pahoa, HI in 2014 and followed that with a 200 Hour RYS Yoga Alliance Yoga Teacher Training at JP Centre Yoga, Boston, MA with Daniel Max and Magi Pierce in 2015. I have taught at Kalani Oceanside Retreat in Hawaii, the New Life Foundation in Thailand, Gould Farm, Berkshire South Community Center (In the Berkshires, MA), and Life in Motion Yoga Studio in New York City. In addition to teaching yoga, I’ve enjoyed a long career in the theatre, primarily as Producing Director at Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. I enjoy photography, music, and the outdoors. All of the photographs on this website were taken by me on my adventures around the world. |
Testimonials
“Despite his popular classes often being attended at full capacity, Michael always managed to make the time to give individualized attention to every student. He has a genuine ability for making all participants feel special and nurtured. He is an excellent teacher and embodies all that entails: thorough planning, concise informed instruction, attention to detail and respect for all students.” -Tristan, Australia |
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“Michael introduced me to a yoga practice that delivered to me what I had been searching for many years as I battled with addiction. He offered an asana practice customized to my individual needs providing me deep relaxation along with restoration of my physical, mental and spiritual well-being. The practice he offered provided a level of self-awareness and self-acceptance that I did not consider possible when I arrived at New Life Foundation.”
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“The handful of yoga classes I’ve tried until I found Michael’s class had no mental component, went really fast and my primary takeaway was shame at my inability to keep up. When I shared yoga just wasn’t for me, people would assure me that I just hadn’t found the right teacher yet. That turns out to have been entirely true. Grazie’s class is an empowering experience where I am never confused or feel left behind. The poses are explained clearly and opportunities for personalized modifications are provided constantly. Most importantly, there is a deep mindfulness component to his practice and I finish each class more mentally balanced and serene.”
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