(she/her) In 2007 I was given the opportunity to move to Asia to teach English as a second language. Without a doubt I knew I had to go. I knew there was a bigger purpose to this opportunity. I had been in search of something vital I felt was lacking from my life for a long time but I could never quite define what it was that was missing. Within just a short time of living overseas it seemed as though my search was finally over. I found yoga and through yoga I found what I had been unconsciously searching for my entire life – myself!
I traveled through Asia learning the traditions and techniques of yoga in different countries including: The Philippines, China (Tibet), Nepal and India where I was trained in traditional Hatha Yoga and completed my 200 hr Yoga Alliance Certification. Since returning from Asia I’ve completed my 500hr level certification in therapeutic yoga through Subtle Yoga (Kaoverii Weber).
When my breath moves my body and my mind to that soft quiet space within, I’m able to reconnect to my true self and know that I am a free and peaceful soul. The challenges, worries and fears of this world become less of a burden when I reconnect and remember that I have my breath. I have discovered that my breath is the gateway to life and peace on Earth. I want to invite others to join me in the sacred practice that is yoga and experience the beauty, wisdom and light that is true life.
Amber serves as our Teacher Training & Yoga Immersion Director. Email her at Amber@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.