"Yoga is especially necessary at this point in time, when life appears especially confusing and filled with tension, stress and distractions. It helps one to slow down in life and re-align oneself with the harmony of the universe and find peace within. It will help diminish cravings and bad habits, and bring you a disease free body, a balanced mind, radiant health and long life. Yoga brings very special results.  It is the door-opener to Intuitive Knowledge and Eternal Bliss". ~Swami Kailashananda (Yogi Gupta)
 

Instructors

 

Chandra Om has spent most of her life in service to humanity, disseminating the ancient knowledge of how to achieve radiant health and spiritual development through the science of Yoga. She has taught thousands of students on the science of Self-realization.  In 2001, she founded the North Carolina School of Yoga, one of the most respected teacher training institutes in the world.  She is the honored Senior Disciple of Sri Dharma Mittra, and teaches solely as an offering of gratitude to the Guru and all serious aspirants. Her intention is to share her knowledge with others.

Amanda Roop is a 2008 graduate of the NC School of Yoga teacher training program. She teaches as an offering to the Lord and wishes to share the miraculous wisdom of the holy science of Yoga with any who are receptive.

Amy Boiselle Fitzgerald is a graduate of the NC School of Yoga 200 and 500 hour teacher training programs. She teaches in respect for the ancient science of hatha raja yoga and in gratitude for all she has learned from her teacher Chandra Om. Amy likes to share her love of a vigorous hatha yoga practice but one that transcends the physical and encourages internal exploration. A sense of humor and freedom from ego are always encouraged.

Catherine Hitti has been practicing at the North Carolina School of Yoga since 2006. She is deeply grateful to her teacher, Chandra Om, for all of her guidance and instruction. Catherine finds that the Hatha-Raja Yoga practices gradually build strength, grace, and clarity. She joyfully offers her classes because she feels prompted to help others experience the many benefits of Yoga.

Ganesh Om is a devoted disciple of Sri Dharma Mittra.  He is a graduate of the NC School of Yoga where he studies with Chandra Om, a Senior Disciple of Sri Dharmaji.  Ganesh's teaching is motivated by love and devotion to the Guru and a desire to serve humanity.

Joy Coker is a student of Chandra Om, and has been practicing at the North Carolina School of Yoga since 2006. She teaches solely as an offering and feels very blessed to be able to share the peace and tranquility of Yoga. Joy belives that Yoga can help anyone experience the One true love that lies within.

Lakshmi Om is a beautiful example of living Yoga.  A senior teacher at the school, she is also a licensed massage therapist and a direct student of Chandra Om.  She has devoted her life to the service of others and offers her teaching in gratitude and respect for the blessings of her Guru.

Laurel Williams is certified through the NC School of Yoga. Her classes blend the peace, simplicity and balance that Yoga provides.

Leslie Blackwell is a graduate of the North Carolina School of Yoga. Her teachings are inspired and in gratitude to her Guru, Chandra Om. She believes teaching is an extension of her dedication to her spiritual journey through the holy science of Yoga.

Margaret Richards is a graduate of the North Carolina School of Yoga. In honor and through the grace of her teacher, you will experience the love she shares for the yogic path and lifestyle in her peaceful, nurturing class environment. 

Marjorie Tam is a graduate of the North Carolina School of Yoga. Inspired by Chandra Om, she was purified both physically and mentally through the techniques of Yoga. For her Yoga, and the teaching of it is an extension of this gift and very precious way of living.

Megan McCarty is a graduate of NCSY and has been studying Yoga since 1998. Her intention is to share all aspects of traditional Hatha-Raja Yoga through her classes.

Natalie Vestal is a graduate of the NC School of Yoga and a student of the science of Yoga and Chandra Om. She hopes to assist others in obtaining peace in their lives through Yoga.

Padma Om offers her classes in gratitude to her beloved Guru, Chandra Om, and in awe of the ancient science and art of traditional Hatha-Raja Yoga.