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Our friendly instructor offers personalized guidance, ensuring you feel safe and confident at your own pace. Whether you’re new to yoga, working with an injury, or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll find the support you need.
Come experience a warm, encouraging space where you can grow, strengthen, and find balance—one pose at a time!
Cara Sorkin is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor with a deep passion for helping others discover strength, health, and well-being through yoga. She first found Iyengar Yoga during a time of illness and emerged with a renewed sense of vitality—something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
- Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
- Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
- E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
- CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
Cara Sorkin is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor with a deep passion for helping others discover strength, health, and well-being through yoga. She first found Iyengar Yoga during a time of illness and emerged with a renewed sense of vitality—something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
- Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
- Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
- E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
- CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
Our friendly instructor offers personalized guidance, ensuring you feel safe and confident at your own pace. Whether you’re new to yoga, working with an injury, or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll find the support you need.
Come experience a warm, encouraging space where you can grow, strengthen, and find balance—one pose at a time!
Cara Sorkin is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor with a deep passion for helping others discover strength, health, and well-being through yoga. She first found Iyengar Yoga during a time of illness and emerged with a renewed sense of vitality—something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
- Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
- Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
- E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
- CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
Cara Sorkin is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor with a deep passion for helping others discover strength, health, and well-being through yoga. She first found Iyengar Yoga during a time of illness and emerged with a renewed sense of vitality—something she now loves sharing with her students.
With over three decades of practice, Cara has had the incredible opportunity to study directly with the Iyengars in both the U.S. and India. She continues to deepen her knowledge through ongoing studies in yoga postures, anatomy, physiology, and philosophy.
Before becoming a yoga teacher, Cara earned a B.S. degree from Woodbury University and worked in fashion merchandising for Federated Department Stores. She later stepped away to raise her four wonderful children, an experience that reinforced her belief that we are all unique individuals with our own paths to follow.
Cara is forever grateful to her mentors and teachers who have guided her along the way.
Her students often say:
“Cara’s love of yoga shines through in her teaching and keeps us coming back for
“She’s knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and professional.”
“Her clear, detailed instructions inspire us to reach our potential and develop our own yoga practice.”
“She weaves together movement and spiritual affirmations, creating a true mind-body-spirit connection.”
Cara is honored and excited to share her love of Iyengar Yoga with her students and welcomes everyone—no matter their experience level—to join her on the mat!
Certificates
- Co-Founder of Yoga Upstairs
- Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher
- E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance
- CIAYT Certified Yoga Therapists
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
We move slowly to understand, explore and challenge each asana and to remain in the present moment. The 4th week of each month we practice restorative postures.
Suitable for beginners.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
Refine your poses to help train the mind to remain alert, focused and composed.
Refine your poses to help train the mind to remain alert, focused and composed.
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
We move slowly to understand, explore and challenge each asana and to remain in the present moment. The 4th week of each month we practice restorative postures.
Suitable for beginners.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
As Renee’s connection with the origins of yoga became stronger, she found herself feeling increasingly passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with others, that is when the ‘yoga bug’ took hold of her and she enrolled in the 200-hour yoga teacher certification at Stretch for Success in Thousand Oaks California under the guidance of Purusha Hickson.
Yoga is the relationship that is built between the body, the mind and the breath. Yoga is creating a space free from obstacles in your own body to live. Yoga is freedom and release. Renee finds joy in others finding this release so that they can comfortably and competently move their bodies through life.
Our friendly instructor offers personalized guidance, ensuring you feel safe and confident at your own pace. Whether you’re new to yoga, working with an injury, or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll find the support you need.
Come experience a warm, encouraging space where you can grow, strengthen, and find balance—one pose at a time!
I am grateful to be a part of the Yoga upstairs Family. I look forward to connecting with you and being of service any way I can. Stop by the office or call me if you have any questions or just want to say hello. Patrice has been teaching for 20+ years. The journey started after realizing her family has a history of Heart Disease and High Blood pressure. Watching my mother go through 8 major surgeries motivated me to seek another alternative. I did not want to do medication so I chose yoga, meditation, diet and exercise. I was drawn to yoga because of the way I felt after a class. My body was so happy. I received my 200hr Hatha yoga certificate in 2015. I am learning and growing one class at a time.
Refine your poses to help train the mind to remain alert, focused and composed.
Refine your poses to help train the mind to remain alert, focused and composed.
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.
“Admittedly I did not love yoga after my first class, the chatter was nonstop in my head but I did come away more challenged and more relaxed. I have spent years practicing yoga and wanted to know exact positions to deepen my practice and to be safe.
I am passionate about sustainability, functional movement, optimal nutrition, and holistic wellbeing; and above all, I am an insatiable learner! I love to share what I have learned with you.”
Michelle has her BSC in Wildlife Biology. When not practicing yoga, you can find Michelle in nature, cycling, taking photographs, kayaking, camping…anything that keeps her in the great outdoors. She and her husband have three children. Now that they have grown, she took the time and completed the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program, Gravity yoga, Trapeze Training, Breath Coach through Yoga Teacher’s College.
Michelle uses strength, flexibility and balance as the foundation of a three legged stool to create functional movement patterns throughout the body. She uses breath with movement to help students feel empowered to make positive change in their bodies. Michelle's positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage students in the most supportive way. Yoga is a means to detach from distraction and expand ones’ awareness through this moving meditation.