Through her yoga practice Gayle has discovered another aspect of her deep calling. “I knew at age 12 I would be a teacher….” Having taught in Wake County Schools for 30 years she is excited to expand her teaching into the wonderful world of Yoga. “When I walk in to Purna Yoga East I get such a feeling of being home. My wish is to help others feel welcomed and at home as they too, discover the joy I have found practicing Purna Yoga." Gayle is an avid cat fan and lives in Clayton with her 2 furry friends Gracie and P’nut. She enjoys reading, and cooking. All of her activities have been brought to a more enjoyable level by the teachings at Purna Yoga East. “Being more present and focused in each moment really brings out a better flavor to everything I do!” She is graduate of the 200 and the 500-hour Yoga Teacher Training course at Purna Yoga East and loves the depth the training brought to her understanding of yoga. Gayle has also studied with Judith H. Lasater, a guru of Restorative Yoga and she truly enjoys sharing that relaxing practice with her students.