Maria is a certified yoga teacher based in New York, blending movement, breath, and vision to cultivate alignment, resilience, and longevity.
She discovered Katonah Yoga in 2024 while searching for a practice that would help her heal her relationship with her body after experiencing chronic pain and a sudden, temporary loss of vision. Yoga became more than just movement—it became a tool for self-inquiry, healing, and strength. Now, she helps others do the same.
Maria completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training with Anton Brandt and The Sacred Fig in Bali and is currently studying for her Katonah Yoga certification with Abbie Galvin and Nevine Michaan, accumulating over 100+ hours of practice. She has also trained with renowned teachers such as Grace Dubery, Tony Lupinacci, and Desiree Pais.
Maria works with individuals who experience chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, or seek to build longevity through movement. In her workshops, she guides people through the process of creating vision action boards—integrating the physical, mental, and energetic aspects of their lives to cultivate clarity and forward momentum.
Her teaching is rooted in the belief that understanding the body as a house—its patterns, structure, and breath—is the key to feeling good and moving with ease. She helps students build a practice that is both functional and transformative, guiding them toward a deeper connection with their own bodies so they can move through life with more awareness, confidence, and vitality.
