Kris is a Skating Instructor, Certified Yoga Instructor and owner of the North Coast Inline Skating School in Cleveland, OH. She came to yoga for physical flexibility and to learn how to manage stressors in her life. As part of her masters degree in exercise science at Cleveland State University, Kris conducted a research study on the benefits of a 10 minute, twice daily Sun Salutation. The participants showed a significant increase in upper body strength and hamstring flexibility after only 6 weeks of practice.
Kris writes, "Since stress is an unavoidable part of 21st century life, and despite the stress, we still wish to to experience a life full of peace, happiness and love then yoga can be the vehicle to accomplish this goal. Inherent in yoga is a plethora of techniques that when learned and practiced frequently can decrease levels of physical, emotional, and mental stress."
Educational Background
B.S., Elementary Education, Cleveland State University
Master in Education (Exercise Science), Cleveland State University
Yoga Education Background
Mantra Diksha Initiation from
Paramahamsa Niranjanananda Saraswati, April, 2004
Certifications, Registrations, Accreditations
Accredited Yoga Teacher Level 1, SATYANANDA YOGA
Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), Yoga Alliance (500 hours)
Certified Yoga Teacher, Atma Center Teacher Training Program
Inline Certification Program Level 1, Level 2, Level 3
Fitness Inline Training Program
Freestyle Dance
United States Figure Skating Association Category B Coach
United States Figure Skating Association Gold Medalist-Moves In the Field
Professional Skaters Association, Registered Freestyle*
Professional Skater's Association Level 1 & 2 Hockey
USA Hockey Level 1 Coach
*Inactive rating