Mary Beth Markus
Mary Beth Markus, LMT, E-RYT 500, CYI
For over four decades, I have studied yoga and had the honor to teach for more than 35 years. I’ve studied with some of the greatest teachers in the world and have been mentored by modern sages of yoga, meditation and bodywork. I will always be eternally grateful for their guidance, wisdom and love.
I received my first 500-hours certification at Ananda’s Yoga Center in Nevada City, CA. Ananda is a residential, spiritual community specializing in Kriya Yoga which incorporates yoga techniques to prepare the mind and body for deep mediation.
My continued studies include: Iyengar Yoga, a form of hatha yoga, with emphasis on alignment and therapeutics, Anusara Yoga focused on the philosophy of movement and breath-work supported by the Universal Principles of Alignment, and Kriya Yoga offering cleansing practices involving breath-work intended to rapidly accelerate spiritual development and tranquility. Several years ago, I became certified in the advance levels of the Integrative Amrit Method of Yoga Nidra.
In class, I share my love and knowledge of energetics, pranayama, philosophy and meditation techniques promoting a full spectrum approach to the Yoga practice. With a foundation of therapeutics and a seasoned intuitive teaching style, my classes tend to be spiritual, creative and fun.
I am also a licensed massage therapist in the Edgar Casey method of massage. The combination of these modalities forms the foundation of my teaching and bodywork.
Desert Song is a harmonious blend of these practices and philosophies creating a unique experience for all who practice with us or receive healing care from us.
For me, Yoga is a way of life, a way of being in the world. This passion became the foundation for the Desert Song community. Working with my husband, Vince, and our dedicated staff with their unique talents and gifts, we built Desert Song into the healing arts center that it is.
