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Kaleigh Atkinson
Kaleigh Atkinson
Kaleigh Atkinson
Kaleigh Atkinson is a devoted Ashtanga Yoga student and instructor, practicing since 2007 and formerly studying under authorized Level 2 teachers Taylor Hunt and PJ Heffernan.
Her journey reflects a deep commitment to spiritual growth through Ashtanga, Ayurveda, and Vipassana meditation. Rooted in her own recovery from an eating disorder a
Kaleigh Atkinson is a devoted Ashtanga Yoga student and instructor, practicing since 2007 and formerly studying under authorized Level 2 teachers Taylor Hunt and PJ Heffernan.
Her journey reflects a deep commitment to spiritual growth through Ashtanga, Ayurveda, and Vipassana meditation. Rooted in her own recovery from an eating disorder and alcohol, she teaches from lived experience with an emphasis on acceptance, grace, and self-empowerment — encouraging students to discover their strength at any stage of practice. Kaleigh also volunteers her time teaching yoga to women in prison and to high school students, sharing the practice where it’s needed most.
Beyond yoga, Kaleigh is an artist specializing in documentary filmmaking and portrait photography. In 2023, she founded Ashtanga MKE, and in early 2024, opened Love Cafe, now home to the shala.
Ford Reinalda
Kaleigh Atkinson
Kaleigh Atkinson
Ashtanga Yoga found Ford in the summer of 2024. After taking his first led class the practice resonated deeply with him and he knew he found the style of asana that was for him.
Yoga had come into his life during a time of change and growth. Working in the alcohol industry for 10 years, it was easy to ignore the problems that it was cau
Ashtanga Yoga found Ford in the summer of 2024. After taking his first led class the practice resonated deeply with him and he knew he found the style of asana that was for him.
Yoga had come into his life during a time of change and growth. Working in the alcohol industry for 10 years, it was easy to ignore the problems that it was causing in his life. Shortly after being introduced to yoga he lost his job in the beer industry and ended up leaving a home he thought he may live in for many years. Yoga brought a new start, new perspective, and sobriety. Ashtanga has helped him find greater inner peace and a strong supportive community.
A 500 hr CYT, Ford has spent time in Rishikesh, India studying yoga anatomy, alignment, pranayama, meditation, and philosophy. He has also studied in Mysore India, practicing Ashtanga at the Sharath Yoga Center and attending yoga philosophy classes from a local teacher. His time studying yoga has helped him deepen his understanding of the benefits of a holistic yoga practice and the importance of bringing the practice into all aspects of life.
The positive changes that yoga has brought into his life motivate him to share the practice with others. As a teacher he wants everyone to find their reason to be on their mat everyday and he loves seeing people experience the growth, grounding and peace that Ashtanga provides.
Find him with a coffee and a book (recommendations always appreciated!)