Hi, I'm Marie (she/her)! I enjoy cooking, drinking tea, making pottery, and playing with my three cats. I love all forms of movement and am happiest when moving and resting in community. My classes are strong and grounding. You can expect a joyful flow that offers opportunities for personal exploration and rest. My playlists have lyrics and range from soul and disco music to 80's rock and Latin pop.

Ann Thu (she/her) loves all things yoga. Her yoga journey began in 2009, and since then she's found healing, happiness, and freedom, physically, mentally, and spiritually. After a severe bike accident left her with a spinal compression fracture, her approach to yoga focused more so on strengthening and alignment. She brings this approach to her style of teaching. Her style stems from her Jivamukti Yoga Spiritual Warrior training -- a strong dynamic flow -- and from the many teachers who she has learned from.

Hi, I’m Jess! I’m a therapeutic yoga teacher who knows yoga is not about achieving a pose—it’s about supporting the whole person. Through individualized, accessible, and trauma-informed practices you will leave each session feeling balanced, calmer, and more open to what lies ahead.

Hi, I’m Sunset (they/them). I feel most content when I’m outside on a warm, sunny day. I enjoy growing my own vegetables, rock climbing, and making chainmail jewelry. My classes have a tender, warm vibe. You can expect a creative, playful sequence with variations & alternatives for you to choose from. My vinyasa classes include arm balances & inversions; like every posture, these are optional. I use dim lighting and play ambient music with no vocals.

Hi I'm Christina (she/her)! I enjoy The Beatles, paddle-boarding, colorful lights, and the scent of eucalyptus in the air. As a guide, I hope to provide a space by which students can explore their relationship with their inner teacher, release what no longer serves the nervous system, and integrate yogic philosophy both on and off the mat. My playlists can consist of a combination of ambient-acoustic rhythms, indie-electronic beats, and cinematic textures.

Eunice has taught yoga in the Korea and the Bay Area, receiving her training in Korea. In her offerings, she strives to cultivate a sense of harmony and connection to ourselves and others. Eunice is committed to facilitating a nurturing and supportive environment where people feel encouraged and empowered to explore their unique paths. She shares yoga with the intention to help others come back to their inner awareness and experience its openness and expansion through movement, mindfulness and meditation.

My name is Sofía Lara Carbone and the pronouns I use are she, they, ella, elle. I find joy swimming in the ocean on a sunny day, cooking vegan food, and spending time with my guinea pig. You can expect a class that tends to the needs of each student as they arise, hoping to foster self-love and cultivate collective strength. The music I play during my classes range from soothing synths, handpan music, ambient sound bowls, nature soundscapes, and vocal melodies to reggaeton, cumbia, and indie/folk/pop from Latin America and Spain.

Hi, I’m Maryam! By day, I work in education, and I’m always drawn to spaces where people can explore, learn, and connect. I feel most like myself when I’m moving and spending time outside in the sunshine ☀️ My classes are flowy, a little sweaty, and always evolving—expect a mix of sequences that keep things interesting, with time to land and linger (especially in my favorite pose- half pigeon). My playlists are mostly instrumental with some of my favorite folk songs and cultural tracks woven in.

Hi, I’m Arielle "Tonks" Tonkin (they/them), I’m an artist, educator and an organizer off the mat. I offer a slower, soulful flow with long holds for strength-building and granular cues for deeper awareness. I emphasize breath and energy awareness not only as a tool to support mental and physical well-being but to cultivate more personal and political agency and dignity. Our Yoga for the Queer Community class will also include writing and drawing. Regular creative / expressive practices help me be kinder to myself and others: I hope it will support you, too, each of us doing our own small part towards collective liberation. Come celebrate life in a body together!

Hi, I’m Moni (she/her), and I teach Jivamukti Flow here at Banana. I’m originally from Hungary, so you’ll hear a little accent—and a lot of enthusiasm. I love cooking vibrant vegan meals and spending time hiking in nature whenever I can. You can expect strong, full‑body flows with a big emphasis on alignment. I offer hands‑on assists to help you feel energy move clearly through your body. My playlists lean upbeat and positive, designed to keep you moving with joy.

Hey I'm Julia (she/they)! I love to garden, sit outside, and hangout with my cat. In my classes I try to use accessible language to create an inviting space for everyone to feel a little bit more free inside their bodies. The playlist may vary, but will most often be a mix of breezy soul and R&B grooves.

Hi, I’m Sybil (she/her), a Peruvian living in the Bay Area for the past five years. I love sharing cacao, offering bodywork as a massage therapist, and embracing life as a mom to a toddler. Nature, travel, baking, and meaningful connection are at the heart of what inspires me. My classes are rooted in awareness—of the body, mind, and spirit—moving through a gentle yet profound flow that invites both softness and strength. I love weaving in sound, especially during savasana, where I offer a soothing sound bath to help you fully land and integrate. Music is a big part of my practice, and you’ll often hear instrumental and Latin tracks that bring a sense of rhythm, warmth, and flow.

Hi! I'm Parul (she/they) I enjoy getting lost in an art project, crocheting, and hiking. My true love is the ocean. and coffee. lots of coffee. My introduction to yoga was a very personal one, which shows in my teaching style. Rooted in culture and tradition, you can expect fun little stories/background on the sanskrit names of poses or little snippets of yoga philosophy thrown in. I guide students not only in ways to practice their physical strength and balance, but also offer moments of reflection for their way of thinking and being in the world. My playlist tends to lean instrumental covers of nostalgic millennial pop with some of my favorite movie soundtracks thrown in. As a neurospicy yogi, I tend to steer clear of songs with too many lyrics that may be distracting.

Greetings, I'm Kristine aka Kitty. Besides being an undercover cat and Yoga nerd, I also love to sing, dance, make people laugh, and bake yummy home-cooked treats to share with my community. Outside of dance and yoga, you can find me staring at flowers and painting. I offer soulful practices led by breath with deeply meditative flows and juicy stretches that help you awaken your senses and attune to your subtle body. I hope you can come away feeling held and nourished. Can't wait to practice with you. Meow <3

Hello, I'm Nellie! My classes are grounding, and invite students to cultivate equanimity, ease, and sweetness in everyday life. I love offering assists that help bring more awareness and joy into each pose. When I'm not in the studio, you'll often find me knitting or getting really excited about seasonal fruits and vegetables, dreaming up something delicious to cook and share with the people I love. 

Hi I'm Rafineè Hashi! I'm a licensed MFT Sex Therapist and have a long standing diverse personal practice of: Hatha, Kundalini, and Vinyasa. I enjoy creating floral arrangements, and cooking. My classes offer an eclectic playlist, mindful movement, and breathing through a series of sitting and standing asanas. Props recommended: blanket, blocks, strap.

Hello, I’m Edi (they/them)! I find immense joy in catching sunrises and sunsets, tasting the sparkle of effervescent drinks, the playful use of sound effects in daily life, discovering what lights others up, and continually learning about our world through science, art, and lived experience. My classes offer a breath‑led vinyasa practice that invites curiosity, compassion, and mindful movement, with an emphasis on balancing effort with sweetness and ease. My playlists tend to be eclectic and atmospheric, with a mix of both vocal and instrumental tracks.

Hi! I’m Gabby (she/they). I love sunbathing in my backyard, playing guitar, and hanging out with fluffy dogs.

In class, you can expect a fun and dynamic sequence, with emphasis on mindfulness and self compassion. You can also expect a soundtrack of groovy beats and gentle instrumentals. I look forward to flowing with you on the mat! :)