Namaste | नमस्ते

Dear ones,

I arrived in Seattle in February 2016.

To say my landing was unexpectedly turbulent would be an understatement. I found myself alone and grieving in a city I didn’t know, without a job/place to live/a car, and only a handful of acquaintances.

Those acquaintances joined together to lift me up in my time of need… and I am now blessed to call them dear friends.

And, as the fates would have it, I soon found my way to Seattle Yoga Arts.

In April, I took my first SYA class immediately before interviewing for the Studio Manager position. I was hired! And so began my relationship with that beloved studio that shone its warm light on Capitol Hill for over 30 years (long before I’d ever set foot in the lobby!).

Those then-acquaintances held me tenderly and that studio community gave me a soft, supportive place to land while I healed, rebuilding my life and my vibrancy. For that, I am forever grateful.

Through the past 6+ years, I have worn many hats at SYA – studio & events manager, print & web designer, HR & payroll, florist and TP orderer, teacher, student. It was one of my favorite jobs because I got to utilize all my skills… for good. That studio and its community empowered people on a daily basis.

What a true honor.

So it is not a small thing to be offering my last classes at Seattle Yoga Arts tomorrow and this coming Wednesday. Details are just below. I hope that you might join me.

With deep bows of gratitude,
Nicole