Cassie McColl is a Certified Purna Yoga Instructor at the 2,000 hour level. She graduated in 2008 from The College of Purna Yoga™ at Yoga Centers™ in Bellevue, the only state-certified yoga college in Washington. This 2-year teacher training program involved an in-depth course of study in anatomy, asana, pranayama, meditation, nutrition, philosophy and lifestyle.
Cassie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Honours Physiology from the University of Alberta (2002).
"I was born in Edmonton, Alberta. I started doing yoga in university with my aunts in a Saturday morning class at the gym. I loved it right away. I liked taking care of my body – the opposite from the wear and tear of playing years of sports – AND I felt more grounded and whole after each class. Since those Saturday morning hatha classes, I’ve had fun trying different types of yoga in many cities and countries.
A little over 3 years ago I landed at the doorstep of Yoga Centers in Bellevue, WA to start the teacher training program at the College of Purna Yoga. I found heaven on earth! I studied for 2 years with Aadil Palkhivala and his wife Mirra. The asana and meditation of Purna Yoga, combined, gives a complete and powerful experience in both the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga. Since graduating from the college, I moved back to Edmonton and have been teaching Purna Yoga™ and meditation classes, workshops and retreats." |
