Christie
Gascoigne

Hometown: Cleveland

How many years have you practiced yoga: 20

Favorite yoga pose: Depends on the day

Why did you start practicing yoga: Because I was a mess

Mantra or daily affirmation: Little by little, again and again

Favorite book: To Kill A Mockingbird + Because Of Winn-Dixie

What informs your practice: My injuries

Your advice for beginner yogis: Enjoy being new!

3 words to describe you: Perceptive, cheeky, optimistic

The pose that challenges you the most: Inverted locust pose

The best advice you've ever received: Don't make a permanent decision based on feelings.

What's your teaching style: Methodical, alignment based, slow burn

What do you do for fun: Dance in my kitchen

What are you most grateful for: The people in my life and my health

What brings you peace: Gardening, painting, and yoga

Where is your happy place: HomeGoods

Who/what inspires you the most: I love watching my twin boys play sports.-

Instagram handle: @christiecalvingascoigne