I began practicing yoga in my late teens after years of dancing and struggling with unresolved injuries. What started as a way to reconnect with my body soon became a practice that brought me resilience, clarity, confidence, and stability.

In 2019, I found my teaching mentor, Bryony Giboin, in Athens. Her classes, combining challenge, fun, and deep spiritual context, left me grounded and inspired. In 2022, I completed a 250-hour teacher training with Bryony, which was transformative both mentally and physically, rekindling my love for the practice and deepening my connection to yoga.

Since then, I've earned a 50-hour Yin certification, am working toward my 300-hour training, and continue to study under Bryony. Teaching became a rewarding and joyful challenge after completing an apprenticeship with Annie Ory in Portland, refining my skills and boosting my confidence.

I now teach weekly classes in Vinyasa, Power Vinyasa, Yin, and Slow Flow, offer private sessions, and lead beginner workshops. I’m passionate about creating classes that meet students where they are and help them grow their confidence and practice.

Nick holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from St. Mary’s College of California, where he played Division 1 collegiate rugby and football. His athletic background fuels his passion for movement, which led him to yoga in 2015. By 2018, yoga became a daily practice, profoundly impacting his body, heart, and mind.

In 2021, Nick completed his 200-hour teacher training with Patrick Beach and Carling Harps at Awakening Yoga Academy (AYA). Since then, he’s taught over 1,300 hours of classes, led teacher training, worked with the Portland Trail Blazers, St. Mary’s Rugby Team, and Portland University Men’s Basketball Team, and facilitated 1:1 mentorships and workshops across the U.S.

As a registered Experienced Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance, Nick is dedicated to expanding his yogic knowledge and teaching skills, currently pursuing his 300-hour YTT with AYA. Since joining yogaRIOT in 2022, Nick has co-led their 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with CEO Caroline Plambeck.

Nick’s teaching style is dynamic and grounded in pranayama, mindfulness, and mindful movement. He encourages students of all levels to connect with their bodies, minds, and spirits, fostering balance, presence, and gratitude in every practice.

Hi, I'm Tori, a German-American yogi and journalist with roots in New York and Germany, now based in Portland. My journey in yoga began over a decade ago, seeking healing and stability. Since then, yoga has been a grounding force in my life. I started teaching informally on a beach, which sparked my desire to guide others in their yoga practice. My teaching style is enriched by various trainings, including a 200-hour certification in Mallorca, Spain, and advanced studies in Jivamukti, Katonah Yoga, and yoga therapy. I also hold certifications in Barre, TRX, indoor cycling, and Pilates, adding versatility to my dynamic teaching approach.

I've taught internationally at studios such as Y7, Alo Yoga, Modo Yoga, and Yoga Riot in the U.S., as well as Jane’s Soulbase and Every Damn Day Yoga in Berlin. Whether leading Hot Power Flows, Yin sessions, or sculpt classes, I strive to create a supportive environment where students can discover strength, balance, and joy. In our training, we'll explore yoga as a tool for personal growth, integrating physical practice, meditation, and yoga philosophy—tailored to modern life. I look forward to joining you on this transformative journey, whether you aim to teach or deepen your practice.