Teressa has been active all of her life, enjoying sports, fitness programs, martial arts and scuba diving. Scuba diving excursions to exotic locations brings the family together, her husband and daughter share her love of the ocean and all the creatures that call it home. As a Marine Scientist, her daughter is traveling the world to bring awareness to the conservation needs of our oceans. Teressa has been working with elementary school students for the past twenty years. “My students make my heart smile every day.” An invitation to Purna Yoga East began an awakening that has brought a beautiful calming peace to her spirit, mind and body. As a life-long learner with a desire to acquire a deeper understanding of Purna Yoga, Asana, Meditation, Nutrition and Yogic Philosophy, she embarked on the path of teacher, at the College of Purna Yoga. HeartFull Meditation has brought a crystal clear awareness of Love and Light, asana developed strength and flexibility as well as relieved her body of stiffness and pain, the yogic path opened her mind to all life has to offer. Teressa has had the pleasure of attending workshops with Aadil Palkhivala, co-founder of Purna Yoga as well as Brad Waites. “ Purna Yoga has been a gift to my life, with joy and gratitude in my heart it is an honor to share these gifts.”