
Hometown?
Born & raised in L.A., Parents moved me to H-town (Houston) as a teen, Orcutt has been my hometown for over 8 years since 2014!
How did you get into Yoga?
I was a troubled teen. My therapist recommended Yoga & Meditation & I fell in love with the calming effects they have on me. I've practiced for over 12 years now, got my teaching certificate here in Orcutt, now I own the same studio! Full circle moment <3
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
Healing.
What is your spirit animal?
Hummingbird.
Class Style?
Full of sweat, strength, & soul filling energy.
Odd Fact?
My middle name is Mabell- named after the Beatles song.. Michelle, ma Belle these are words that go together well…
-Jenn Barajas is the owner of Vida Yoga-
Jenn Barajas
Aries

Hometown?
The beautiful Astoria, Oregon
How did you get into Yoga?
I grew up as a dancer so I got introduced to Yoga at a young age, but didn't really get into it until after I had my first child. It helped me reconnect my muscles again.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
Connection
What is your spirit animal?
A Salmon
Class Style?
Fun with a lot of movement and strength
Odd Fact?
I love peanuts with pickles
Kilee Crow
Virgo

Hometown?
Litchfield, New Hampshire
How did you get into Yoga?
I found yoga through a 10-days for $10 dollars deal as a broke 18 year old college student. I practiced on and off for ten years before fully committing to a daily practice, and ultimately becoming a teacher myself after discovering LYT Yoga which resonated in my body and spirit. Yoga has helped me through the many transitions, stressors, and difficult moments in my life. I find the best way to calm my mind and brighten my spirit is through asana.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
Awakening.
What is your spirit animal?
Cat…naps in sun spots and all!
Class Style?
Fun, challenging, and core-centric!
Odd Fact?
I’m the youngest of 6 kids.
Catherine Ferraro
Capricorn

Hometown?
Santa Maria, CA
How did you get into Yoga?
I really got into Yoga after reading the book 'Autobiography of a Yogi'
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
Inspirational
What is your spirit animal?
Cat
Class Style?
Challenging, fun, meditative
Odd Fact?
I am a triplet
Lauren Ortega
Virgo

Hometown?
Orcutt, CA <3
How did you get into Yoga?
I started really practicing in my 30’s and it immediately resonated on a soul level. I found a sense of centeredness. Started teaching only a couple of years later. Forever a student.
In one word describe what Yoga mean to you:
Connected
What is your spirit animal?
According to my medicine cards, Raven
Class Style?
Intentional, Inward Focused, and Encouraging
Odd Fact?
I have the same birthday as both my Great Grandmother and my Grandfather.
Trisha Stewart
Scorpio Sun/Leo Moon/Sagittarius Rising

Hometown?
I'm a world traveler - I have never called any one place home.
How did you get into Yoga?
I can't recall a time when yoga wasn't part of my life - I believe yoga is embedded in my DNA.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you? While I don't have a hometown, I consider yoga my spiritual home; yoga grounds and sustains me and continues to teach me something new every time I step onto my mat - the opportunity to share with others is something I take very seriously.
What is your spirit animal?
Coyote
Class Style?
Inclusive, non-judgmental, positive, and playful - but you'll work hard!!
Odd Fact?
Too many to mention; I embrace not only my oddities, but celebrate the uniqueness of everyone who joins me on the mat in my classes.
Patricia Graham
Leo

Hometown?
Born in Detroit, Michigan, raised in Dearborn, after College I moved to Fresno with friends, moved to Pasadena, then Monrovia with my husband and finally settled in Orcutt.
How did you get into Yoga?
I started attending yoga classes in 1994 and while training, found that my purpose is to be a Yoga Instructor & healer of students & myself alike, unfolding a whole other world in my life.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
The path of Love.
What is your spirit animal?
Hummingbird
Class Style?
My classes are kind, strengthening, stretching, lubricating, joyful and calming.
Odd Fact?
Sometimes I talk to my stuffed animals.. and sometimes they talk back :)
Candyce Columbus
Taurus

Hometown?
Born in Denver, CO, lived on the central coast since I was 5 years old..SLO, Atascadero, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Los Olivos and Santa Maria since 2005.
How did you get into Yoga?
I was a gymnast as a kid and my mom had a yoga book. I could do almost all the poses. I started taking yoga classes when I was pregnant with my oldest son (who is 25 yrs old now). I got my TT certification from Lisa Jansen (Prema Yoga ) at this studio. I also taught at Treetop and Juicy Life, and Hunnyfly Yoga.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
Connection- with self and sometimes with others as well.
What is your spirit animal?
I love all animals, but birds are often my messengers, especially hawks.
Class Style?
Usually mellow, mindful, healing, opening and relaxing, with sprinkles of activation.
Odd Fact?
I have a degree in Animal Science from Cal Poly, and am sensitive to energies (an intuitive empath).
Lisa Jay
Scorpio

Hometown?
Bucharest, Romania
How did you get into Yoga?
I was trying to heal my own movement issues and really loved what Yoga and its modalities did to better my health.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you:
Freedom
Class Style?
Mobility, Stability and fun!
Odd Fact?
English is my second language
Andreea Saileanu
Virgo

Hometown: I was born in Oahu and moved to Orcutt when I was 6 months old.
How did you get into Yoga? I drove by the studio a few times a day & would say, "I'd really like to take a Yoga class." For Mother's Day several years ago, my husband bought a 1-month trial membership for me. I was hooked.
In one word, describe what Yoga means to you? Centering
What is your spirit animal? Elephant
Class style? Equal parts meditative, stretching, heat building.
Odd fact? I have 26 first cousins
Jennie Flaa
Aquarius