The Yoga Center Staff
Teachers in the Iyengar tradition often spend years of study with senior teachers and undergo a rigorous national certification process. their attention to detail and focus on alignment and action give the classes a refined richness. Teachers at The Yoga Center follow the guidelines and teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar in all our classes. We are committed to assisting you in your ongoing practice and study of yoga as it relates to your life experience.
Phyllis Rollins is Charlotte's only Iyengar yoga teacher. She began her study of Iyengar yoga in 1988 with Light on Yoga. Since then, she has studied with many of the senior teachers in the U.S. and has traveled twice to India to study with B.K.S. Iyengar, his daughter Geeta, and his son Prashant. In 1993 Phyllis opened Charlotte's first studio, The Yoga Center, and in 1995 she earned her certification. She continues her study of the Jr. Intermediate certification syllabus. Most recently she attended the 2007 teachers convention with Geeta Iyengar in Las Vegas.
Yvonne Brown is an ERYT 500. She is also registered with IAYT as a Yoga Therapist. She has practiced yoga since 1997 and has been teaching since 2004. Yvonne is finishing a Master's Degree in nutrition and natural health through the Clayton College of Natural Health and is particularly interested in the healing aspects of yoga.