Manduka Teacher Spotlights

Celebrating yoga teachers in the Manduka community through their inspiring stories, meaningful practices, and unique journeys. #practiceon

January 23, 2026

Teacher Spotlight: Emily Baltzer on The Practice of Manifestation

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In this Teacher Spotlight, yoga teacher and movement educator Emily Baltzer shares how manifestation became...

Teacher Spotlight: Nicolette Papile

After 20 years in dance, Nicolette Papile discovered yoga at a time when she needed...

Teacher Spotlight: Lori Ann Ferreri

From her early beginnings as a Broadway performer to building a new life and community...

Teacher Spotlight: Nikhil Dhawan on Yoga, Men’s Wellness, and Showing Up for What Matters

Nikhil Dhawan’s path to yoga wasn’t linear. After navigating stress, burnout, and a career spanning...

Teacher Spotlight: Alex Crosby

What begins with a single breath can shift an entire life. For Alex Crosby, a...

Spotlight on Manduka's Founder: Peter Sterios

Meet Peter Sterios, the founder of Manduka. With over four decades in the global yoga...