Purna Yoga East

With over 35 years of formal exercise experience, Martha's extensive knowledge of a variety of fitness disciplines has provided a strong foundation as she has pursed formal yoga training. Originally from Pennsylvania, Martha moved to North Carolina in 1984 where she taught aerobics for several years. Martha then became interested in Tai Chi after being introduced to the practice by her mother in law. Martha has practiced Tai Chi for over 15 years; her Tai Chi journey includes a teaching certification received in 2014. In 2016, Martha moved to Clayton to be closer to her daughter and grandson; Martha joined Purna Yoga shortly after moving and has developed a love for both the people and the practice. Focusing on physical, mental, and emotional wellness through the practice of yoga and Tai Chi is Martha's passion.

Aundrea discovered Purna Yoga East in the Summer of 2017, while in the middle of building a house in Clayton. Aundrea enjoyed the community she found in her first class. Since growing up in a military family Aundrea moved a round every few years, she finally had found a place to make her home. Aundrea graduated from the Purna Yoga College 200 hour teacher training in August 2019. In her free time, Aundrea loves to run and travel with her wife. 

Shari earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology in 1990 and started her career in the mental health field. In 2007 she shifted her focus from mental health to physical health and healing and completed her licensure in massage and bodywork.

Once she started classes at Purna Yoga East in 2018 she found that yoga was a perfect natural progression for bringing the mental, physical and spiritual together. In an ongoing quest to go deeper, Shari completed her 200 hour teacher training in 2019.

Shari currently lives with her husband and youngest son in Garner and lives spending time in the mountains!

Megan was introduced to yoga on the recommendation of a physical therapist to help alleviate pain caused by ice skating. Megan loved yoga from her very first class. She practiced yoga off and on for many years before finding a home-base studio. After finding Purna Yoga East in September 2017, she began a regular practice. Megan graduated from the Purna Yoga College 200 hour teacher training in August 2018. In her free time, Megan enjoys going on adventures with her husband and their two fur babies.