SANDI GERSHOWITZ
I always loved to teach. I taught Physical Education to the best middle and high school students. It was exhausting but invigorating.
My history has lead me down a path that now includes teaching yoga. I graduated teacher training Spring 2013, and was thrilled to start my teaching career in New York in the same studio where first began as a student in 2009. I am passionate about this voga as it has healed my knee problems and helped me maintain a feeling of confidence and peace in my life. When I am doing my yoga I feel like anything and everything is possible. The days that I practice know can manage my stress. The positive energy in the yoga room is contagious and reaches every aspect of my world. This yoga is my lifeline and the key to my happiness and health. I love it, I believe in it, and I am passionate about teaching it.
As a teacher I help students to notice. I believe that with patience and persistence. yoga can help anyone heal. A favorite quote I often think of is by BKS lyengar…
“Yoga teaches us to cure what needs not to be endured and endure what cannot be cured.”
LIA MIELE
Lia’s yoga journey began 14 years ago when a close friend introduced her to her very first Bikram class. Immediately she fell in love with the practice.
“I loved the way I was challenged both physically and mentally in every class I took”. “I loved knowing that I was detoxing my body and my mind.
With the help of this practice Lia was able to become sober and stay sober 11 years now.
Lia became a hot yoga instructor in 2017 under the careful watch of Yolanda and John Nash. Lia has always been into fitness and health. Being a runner who ran everyday as well as multiple half marathons and one full marathon she believe this practice has helped her achieve her goals.
Lia also fell in love with Vinyasa and completed her 500 teacher training online through My Vinyasa Practice, a registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance in 2022.
MARCI CATALA
My Yoga Journey began, early on, during my high school years. Luckily, my fellow class mates and I were given the option of yoga as a gym elective. Granted, my younger self had no idea how this practice would fully encompass my life in the future, but I knew yoga was something I would quickly love. In 2012 (many moons later) I began my first TT program, certifying in kids yoga.
The following year, I received my 200 Hour TT from Yogavida. I dove into this journey with full force. A few years after that. with many classes and workshops completed, I received my prenatal certification at Pure yoga.
Today, as a yoga instructor of over 10 years, it has been my highest priority to inspire others to reach limits they may perceive as impossible. The passion I exude in teaching directly reflects my desire to educate, prepare, and empower individuals to be able to accomplish their wellness and fitness goals. Throughout this practice we are constantly reconnecting, reawakening, and reigniting the divine spark within.
LAUREN COLEMAN
Lauren is a professional yoga teacher from NY currently based in Long Island, with over 12 years of experience teaching yoga including Hatha, Bikram, Vinyasa & Yin. After completing her first Bikram yoga training at the age of 16, she has continued to dedicate her life to furthering her yogic education on behalf of herself & her students. Since then, she has attended multiple trainings in the styles of Hatha, Bikram, Yin, Ashtanga & Vinyasa receiving over 1000+ hours in training & certifications. She has had the opportunity to teach globally and at premier studios in NYC. She has led workshops, created retreats, mentored trainees, taught group classes and private clients with a range of goals from physical injury recovery to mental illness rehabilitation to flexibility/ strength training and toning. Lauren strives to help people create space in their minds & bodies when they are on their mat so they can enjoy the things they do off their mat even more.
VICTORIA FOWLER
Victoria Fowler is a Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master, Certified Energy Healer, and Sound Bowl Practitioner. Victoria’s yoga classes seamlessly blend traditional asanas with dance-inspired transitions and meditation techniques. Her approach ensures that students leave feeling rejuvenated, grounded, and profoundly attuned to themselves on a physical, mental, emotional, and energetic level. Victoria creates a sacred, open, and compassionate environment for all practitioners. With over 800 hours of training, her expertise encompasses a broad range of styles, including but not limited to Dharma, Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Restorative, Power Flow, Yoga BootCamp, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, and Chair Yoga, among others.
Victoria is a highly sought-after instructor for a variety of events, including workshops, corporate yoga sessions, large-scale yoga gatherings, and festivals. Her notable engagements include the “Get Fit with Pink!” Bloomingdale’s Event, classes at Lululemon Athletica: Roosevelt Field, “Puppy Yoga!” presented by SNARR, Energy Healing Training Retreat, and the Long Island Yoga Festival. Victoria has also contributed her expertise by assisting Kat Fowler’s high-profile events such as Reebok Yoga in Union Square, Bryant Park Yoga, Union Square Sweat Fest, Sound Off Yoga, and her 300-hour teacher training modules at various prestigious studios across Manhattan.
In addition to her yoga classes, Victoria provides Reiki and Energy Healing, sound baths, and sound healing, as well as Guided Meditations sessions, all available by appointment.
KIMBERLY RIVERA
Kimberly began her yoga journey in 2019 while recovering from a knee injury that prevented her from engaging in high-impact activities. Seeking a way to rebuild strength, she discovered Hot Yoga 4 You RVC and quickly fell in love with the practice and community.
Her passion for yoga led her to become an intern, working behind the front desk, allowing her to stay deeply connected to the studio while pursuing her bachelor’s degree in nursing full-time. The studio became more than just a place to practice—it became an outlet for both physical recovery and mental relaxation amidst her demanding schedule.
Wanting to continue growing in her journey while also sharing the benefits she experienced, Kimberly earned her certification in Inferno Hot Pilates. She is excited to bring her energy, knowledge, and personal experience to every class, helping students build strength, resilience, and confidence on and off the mat.
CAROL AQUILAR
Carol is a dedicated Inferno Hot Pilates instructor with a deep love for yoga and movement. Her journey began over 10 years ago when a close friend introduced her to Hot Yoga 4 You RVC, sparking a passion that has only grown stronger.
Beyond teaching, Carol has been an intern at the studio, working behind the desk, deepening her connection with the community. Her time at the studio has given her a well-rounded understanding of both the practice and the people who make it special.
With an upbeat attitude and high-energy approach, Carol creates fun, challenging classes designed to empower students to push past their limits. Currently, she is working toward completing her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training by May 2025, and she’s excited to weave her expanding yoga knowledge into her Pilates practice.
As a new instructor, Carol is eager to share her enthusiasm for movement and help students of all levels build strength, confidence, and balance.
KC ELLIS
KC Ellis brings his dynamic energy to the studio as the only male instructor on the team. A California native, KC’s passion for yoga began during the pandemic, leading him to develop a dedicated practice. He first stepped onto the mat at Hot Yoga 4 You RVC on July 13, 2021, and his commitment to the practice quickly grew.
KC successfully completed the 250-hour Primary Teacher Training with Evolation Yoga at the studio, earning his certification as a Hot Yoga (26+2) instructor on August 5, 2023. He has been teaching since the fall of 2024, bringing both precision and presence to his classes.
Beyond yoga, KC is a dedicated father, a skilled barber, and an avid music lover. His diverse life experiences shape his teaching style, making his classes more than just a physical practice—his cues, energy, and authenticity create a lasting impact on his students.
