Ashley Martin, RYT-500
I took my first yoga class at 18 after retiring from gymnastics. Over the years, yoga has helped me cultivate a deep sense of awareness, connection, and self-love. Through this practice, I’ve developed greater patience with myself, learned to connect with my breath, and tuned in to my body in meaningful ways.
Sharing yoga brings me immense joy because of the profound shifts it creates—not only in the body but also in mindset, spirit, and energy. For me, yoga is a sacred space for connection, peace, and grace. It has transformed my life, and I’m honored to guide others on their journey.
My teaching philosophy is rooted in alignment, mobility, strength, and flow. I emphasize the importance of tuning in and truly listening to your body to foster curiosity and cultivate awareness, creating a sustainable and lifelong practice.
The true power of yoga lies in activating conscious breath. Breathwork cultivates a deeper awareness, unlocking clarity that connects you to your highest self, your spirit, and the world around you.
Movement creates and shifts energy, tapping into life force.
Movement shifts energy.
Movement helps accelerate your life.
Movement is Medicine.
BREATH
Breath is spirit.
Breath is energy.
Breath is life.
Breath is transformational.
Breath is the pathway to the heart—literally. Together, they work to keep us alive without requiring our awareness.
When we turn our attention to the breath, it becomes a tool to weave our thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations into harmony.
Mindfully observe your inhale and exhale, one breath at a time:
What is your breath like in this moment?
What is your relationship with your breath?
When do you notice your breath flowing freely in your body?
Conscious breathing creates profound changes in the body, shifting energy and vibration. By fostering mindful breath, we align more deeply with the natural flow of life.
The most challenging experiences—whether childbirth, climbing a mountain, or facing adversity—become manageable through rhythmic breathing. This rhythm transcends physical and mental limitations.
In contrast, when we feel anxious, our breath quickens. When we are afraid, we hold our breath. Awareness of these patterns unlocks the power of the breath, which is nothing short of magical.
Words to remember:
"When one masters breath, one masters life."
Education and Training
The Art of Sound Healing | January 2024 with Seattle Sound Temple
Pranayama Training | Janurary 2023 with Arundhati Baitmangalkar
20 Hour Sound Bowl Training | October 2022 with Rosie Glow
Rasa Yoga Mentorship | Summer 2022 with Greta Hill
Certified Life Coach Institute Level Two | February 2022 with Daniel Olexa and Troy Taylor
Certified Life Coach Institute Level One | January 2021 with Mike James and Troy Taylor
12 hour Trauma Training | December 2021— Instructed by Yoga behind Bars
6 week program Positive Intelligence | January 2021— Instructed by Shirzad Chamine
Mythic Yoga Flow® Master Course 14-week | November 2020 Instructed by Sianna Sherman
300 hour RYT Rasa Yoga | October 2020 — Instructed by: Greta Hill, Sianna Sherman, Desiree Rumbaugh, and Michelle Johnson
20hr Anatomy Training | December 2020 — Instructed by Tiffany Cruikshank
50 Hour- Yin and Slow Flow Training | February 2019 — Instructed by Leah Adams and Ara Cusack
The Power of Awareness | August 2019- Instructed by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach
200 Hour RYT - Urban Yoga Spa- Seattle WA | September 2017 —Instructed by: Claire Stetina, Joey Burley, Leah Adams, and Carlton James
Coaching for Results | 2017 with Beroz
