About Mary, RYT
I began my path with health and fitness 16 years ago as a personal trainer, pilates
instructor, and wellness coach. Having worked with many groups and individuals in
Boston, NYC, DC, and Hawaii, my experience allowed me to regularly teach and train
people from all walks of life. As a result, it has lead me to understand the variety of
physical and emotional needs that each individual has.

My journey with Yoga began while attending a Core Integration Class taught by Jill Miller
in 2004. My mind and body experienced an awakening it had never felt before. By the
end of her class my entire body was rhythmically beating with my heart beat. The
following year I had an intense life changing experience after attending a 10 day
Vipassana. It was then I knew my calling. A few months later I participated in a one month
journey to complete my 200 hr yoga teacher training at 7 Centers in Sedona, AZ and
shortly after that a Living Foods Lifestyle® Two Week Certification Program with the Ann
Wigmore Institute in Puerto Rico. Eventually I left my fitness and group exercise
management positions to start my own company Physical Awakening.

In 2007, on a summer trip to Ojai, California, my daughter, Bella Luna was conceived,  I
had a home birth which transformed my life and gave birth to expanding my knowledge on
maternity and "green" living. My inspiration led me to support families where I founded two
additional companies: TheBabyPlanner.com and International Maternity Institute. Since
becoming a mother, I have learned so much and am grateful. It has been a journey of joy,
embracing forgiveness, self-acceptance and balance.

Most recently, having a deep commitment and passion for a life of simplicity and healing, I
am in the process of completing my 500 hr Yoga Therapy Certification with Purusha Yoga
in SF, California.

I offer private sessions, group classes, and workshops in the comfort of your home,
fitness/yoga studio, and online via phone/skype and email.

Specialties include: Yin Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, Stress Management, Weight Loss,
and Pre and Post Natal Fitness


Credentials
(Current and Past)

   TEACHER TRAINING:        

Personal Trainer Certifications:
American College of Sports Medicine
National Academy of Sports Medicine
American Council on Exercise
National Strength and Conditioning Association
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
American Aerobic Association International

Group Exercise Certifications:
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
American Aerobic Association International Cycling
Johnny G Cycling

Nutrition Certifications:
Ann Wigmore: The Living Foods Lifestyle
Nurtition Psychology Coach

Pilates Instructor Certifications:
Stott Pilates Pilates Trained Matwork & Reformer
American Aerobic Association International Pilates
The Physical Mind-Pilates Mat Certified

Yoga Instructor Certifications:
7 Centers Yoga Arts  200 Hour Hatha/Tantra/Ayurveda      
Be Yoga  8 Hour Restorative Yoga               
     Fitness Resource Associates 100 Hour ViniYoga                   
   AAAI Yoga Instructor Level I  20 Hour Hatha Yoga                
YogaFit Level I 40 Hour Hatha Yoga                

    Wellness Coach Certification:            
Wellcoaches

                Meditation:                             
10 day noble silence Vipassana Meditation Discourse

Eco-Consultant:
Founder of Greenproofing Certification
Eco-Consultant Green Irene

CONTINUED EDUCATION :
Mommy and Baby Weight Training and Fitness
Mommy and Baby Yoga
    Cadaver Anatomy Workshop         
                                                TSI Summit                                                        
                         IDEA Personal Training Conference                                
     Functional Exercise and Training               
    Understanding Human Movement Essentials of Post Rehabilitation               
               Body Composition and Weight Control AFAA                       
               Integrated Flexibility Training NASM                        
       First International Symposium on Functional Training NESTA                       

YOGA WORKSHOPS:
Mommy and Baby Yoga
         Theosophical Society Nada Yoga                
           Exhale Spa Yin Yoga                
         FRA Chakra Yoga                
Omega 7 Day Raw Juice Detox        
      The Sports Club LA/Boston Core Integration                

TEACHING EXPERIENCE:      
Group Ex Instructor/Private Trainer/Pilates/Yoga Instructor:

The Sports Club LA/ NY                  2004-2006
The Sports Club LA/ Boston            2001-2004
Healthworks, Boston MA                 1997-2003
Beacon Hill Athletic Club                2000-2003
Boston Sports Club                         2000-2003
Metropolitan Health Club                2000-2002
Candela Spa/Fitness, Boston MA     1999-2000
Boston Body, Boston MA                 1996-1999


COLLEGE EDUCATION:
B.S. Film and Communications--Emerson College 1996