Kami Mikelis, a native of Connecticut, began practicing yoga in 1999. It was instant love. Yoga provided a sense of being and a release from the stress of everyday life. Quickly the practice and principles of yoga became interwoven into her everyday life on and off the mat. Yoga was and still is a way of life. Kami has studied and practiced Hatha, Prenatal, Yin Yoga, Iyengar, Anusara and Power Vinyasa. She has studied with many outstanding instructors including Peg Oliveira, Rolf Gates, Jen Brosious, Kitty Moore, Leslie Robinson and chanting/meditation with Manorama.
In 2004 Kami's son was born, and after watching her son's enthusiastic embrace of yoga at a young age the path to teach became clear. In 2009, Kami completed her teacher training certification through Full of Joy Yoga and became owner and head instructor of Little Warriors Yoga. Little Warriors has immersed itself into after school programs, preschools, daycares, private sessions and birthday parties.
Kami has instructed at many establishments in and around New Haven including Ridge Hill School, Congregation Mishkan Israel, Spring Glen School, Sunshine Preschool and learning center, Neighborhood Music School and most recently Island Avenue School in Madison.
Children have an innate ability to learn through example and what better way than to instill confidence through self discovery on the mat. Classes include silly themes, music, story and a world of creativity to host the imagination. Kids discover a connection to their peers, self expression and their community. Each class is designed to provide a slate for positive thinking, increased awareness and strong, flexible bodies. Kami's love and understanding of children coupled with her charisma and leadership make each class an exciting journey.
Kami resides in Hamden with her husband and 5 year old son.
Your Community Yoga Center at 39 Putnam Ave., Hamden, Ct 06517 located in the greater New Haven area, servicing Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Hamden, Meriden, Milford, New Haven, Northford, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, Wallingford, West Haven, and Woodbridge. Offering yoga for Beginners, All-levels yoga, Gentle/Restorative Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Chair Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Yoga for Teens, Yoga for Tweens, Vinyasa Yoga, Pre-Natal Yoga, Senior/Gentle Yoga, T'ai Chi/Qiqong, Anusara Inspired Yoga, Belly Dance, Hatha-Tantra Yoga, Yoga for Weight Loss, Tantra Meditation, Buddhist Meditation, Ayurveda and free yoga classes for the community. Our bookstore carries books on yoga, meditation, and ayurveda as well as cds, yoga mats, blocks, props and jewelry. Formerly The Connecticut Yoga Center.
