George Garland

George is teaching classes at Kaia Yoga Darien

George’s journey into yoga began at a very young age when he first learned the powers of meditation. He has been involved in the yoga community for over a decade, and dedicate much of his adult life to the pursuit of unity through the practice of Yoga. George received his 200 hour teacher training at Kaia Yoga with Gina Norman in 2016.

After moving to Colorado for his undergraduate degree George began his own private practice, working individuality with clients to reach their personal Yoga goals. In 2020 George moved to Bali, Indonesia and received his 500 hour training through the Himalayan Yoga Alliance. During this time George specialized in Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga.

After Covid shutdown local yoga studios around his home in Colorado, George started up free public classes in open spaces. In 2022 George moved to Southern California and began working in the mental health field as a spiritual counselor. George used the healing aspects of Yoga to help treat those dealing with severe mental health issues in residential facilities.

In 2024 George began training as a Thai Masseuse with the renowned Shai Polonski. He now holds a level 2 certification and brings deepening massage and hands on assistance into every class. George interweaves the ancient philosophical and healing properties of yoga into each of his classes.

Students can expect to be physically challenged with some fun energetic vinyasa flows paired with Pranayama and Meditation. Each class George teaches is designed to bring balance and harmony into the mind, body and spirit as we journey from body to soul.

500hr YTT, Meditation, Thai Yoga Massage, Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga