Cori Martinez

Posted by Asha Yoga on Aug 25, 2011 in | 2 comments

Teaching Philosophy

“I know from experience that yoga teaches us to discover peace and happiness inside of ourselves. Through yoga, I have experienced the power of loving what is, and it’s my wish to share what may bring this freedom to others with anyone who is open and ready.

My approach with asana is to emphasize mindful awareness and investigation that takes precedence over accomplishment. I love to bring awareness to the process, curiosity, exploration and modification options according to individual needs. Depending on the students, I will teach basic alignment or fine subtle details inspired by the Iyengar and Anusara methods of alignment. I offer the, sometimes rare, opportunity to explore the deep, subtle and life altering potential that Yoga practices offer by including pranayama, meditation, awareness, intention, and reflection time throughout each practice.

I love the option of using props, including music. In particular, I believe music can be a powerful tool for us all to connect with a deeply soulful place and ultimately with one another. I play spiritual chants, classical, rock, regae, country…. whatever touches my heart. –And it’s not always about the words, it’s often about the feeling.

“Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life” - Berthold Auerbach

The inspiration I find in my own practice is weaved throughout my classes. I might speak about my daughter, husband, or something that came up in my day, with the intention of illustrating how yoga can inspire our daily experiences and relationships. I love truly connecting with those who show up to learn and to practice. Though I hope to learn your name and to know a little about you over time, it is also enough to share a genuine smile and an understanding of the common desire to realize more peace and lasting happiness in our lives and our world. I assume this of all who show up, whether they agree or not. ”

-Cori Martinez

Classes & Workshops with Cori

• Asana Classes (Dynamic, and generally slow, Vinyasa and Yin)
• Yoga Foundation Trainings (For beginner through advanced studies and teachers)
• Asana Workshops
• A “Living Yoga” Wellness Program (Based on integrating the Yamas into your daily life)
• A truly life altering 200 hour Advanced Study/Teacher Training program
• Destination and local retreats
• Inquiry immersion programs inspired by The Work of Byron Katie

Qualifications

Whether classes are asana, pranayama, meditation, lifestyle or philosophy based, Cori’s teaching expresses the depth of her journey from over 15 years of dedicated yoga practice and 10 years of full-time teaching. Her exploration of yoga began in 1994 and she has continued to study a range of yogic traditions and styles. She has completed multiple teacher trainings, workshops and continuing education courses in yoga and has dedicated many years to her own personal exploration. She is a wife, a mother and has now owned 2 yoga studios, all of which provide her with daily inspiration to practice and teach with a deeply personal purpose.

Cori holds the highest certification currently available through Yoga Alliance, E-RYT 500.