Founder of I AM YOGA Wellness Studio. A Turlock Native who graduated from CSUS earning a BA in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Child Development. After continuing her studies, Anna earned Multiple Subject & Business Credentials along with being awarded her MBA. While pursuing her college education, Yoga came into her life, beginning with her training under the guidance of Dr. Ping Lou. Continuing to pursue this new found passion, Anna earned her E-RYT500 Yoga Certification. In 2008, Anna founded I AM YOGA Wellness Studio fulfilling her desire to share her passion for yoga. Anna's passion can be found both on and off the mat through her belief of self-love and self-care along with inspiring others to be comfortable in their own skin while living a healthy lifestyle. After enduring lower back surgeries, Anna shifted her high energy Vinyasa practice to a lower impact approach. Through SMC, Anna earned her Yoga Therapist Certification(CIAYT) and now specializes in lower back care. As a member of CIAYT & YA, Anna is deeply committed to helping other yogis participate in a practice that strengthens & enlightens. Guiding them to bring awareness to their breath, thoughts, and body, Anna allows her students to grow in their practice naturally, encouraging them to evolve at their own pace. Anna is fortunate to split her time both in the Central and Napa Valley. In Napa, you can find Anna teaching business classes to high school and college students where she is a business educator at NCOE & Napa College. Anna is also a Realtor with Lifestyle Realty.