About Nicky

Nicky has been teaching yoga and practicing Reiki in the greater Seattle area and Eastside for over 8 years. Nicky is a Yoga Alliance Certified 200 hr. experienced yoga teacher and a certified Reiki practitioner. Nicky offers education and guidance in varies styles of yoga including Yin, Vinyasa, Hatha, Restorative, Therapeutic yoga, Chair Yoga as well as meditation. She is available for studio classes, individual and group private lessons, corporate classes, and Reiki sessions.

Nicky began practicing yoga over 21 years ago. At a time in her life when she struggled with severe anxiety. Yoga introduced her to a peace and joy that brought with it a deep love and passion for the practice. Eight years ago, Nicky decided to complete her teacher training with world renowned master teacher, Les Leventhal. Over the years of teaching she has gone on to assist her teacher, Les, with two teacher trainings. One of which was held in Bali, Indonesia. This where Nicky became certified and attuned by Grand Master Punnu Wasu in Usui Reiki.

Nicky has a background in physical rehabilitation as well as mental health & psychology, with these work experiences she offers an array of knowledge in her teachings. From human physical and spiritual anatomy to the neurological, psychological and physical benefits of yoga. She illuminates to her students how the practice of mindfulness and the Eight Limbed path of yoga, serve as a catalyst, to create a safe yoga practice and lasting improvements in all aspects of life. Manifesting change, transformation, healing and growth!

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@nickyruizyoga