Chris

Chris began teaching aerobics on the West Coast in 1980 and continued sharing his passion for movement—even during his years living in Italy—until 2020. Over the decades, he has guided a wide range of dance, step, and spin classes, always blending rhythm, strength, and joy.

In the early 1990s, a visit to the Kripalu Yoga Center in Massachusetts opened a new path. Chris began weaving yoga into his classes, first through mindful warmups and cool downs, and eventually as a central part of his life and teaching philosophy.

A professional designer and artist, Chris later became a visual arts educator and has spent more than 20 years inspiring creativity in New Haven’s public elementary schools.

In yoga, Chris discovered a practice that unites body, mind, and spirit—and he was instantly hooked. In May 2025, he completed his 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at CENTER Yoga + Wellness, led and mentored by Petra Appleget.

Chris brings enthusiasm, curiosity, and joy to every class. He approaches both teaching and practice with a “beginner’s mind,” always eager to learn, grow, and share the transformative power of yoga.