Beth Slowik began practicing yoga in 2005 to manage chronic low back pain. Five years later Spirit gifted Beth with a part-time position at the largest yoga retreat in North America, The Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. While working at Kripalu, Beth participated in research led by The Kripalu Institute For Extraordinary Living which has been collaborating in yoga research with institutions worldwide, including Harvard Medical School for over a decade. During their time working and studying at Kripalu, Beth trained with leading chakra educator Anodea Judith, as well as nationally recognized yoga teachers like Coby Kozlowski and Jennifer Reis. Beth received their 200 HR yoga teacher certification from The Kripalu School of Yoga in 2015. Post yoga teacher training Beth acquired a level I Usui Reiki practitioner certification and an 80 hour Divine Sleep © Yoga Nidra teacher certification. Beth began teaching yoga professionally in 2020 with EOS Fitness in southern California. Most recently you might have taken a classes with Beth at Big Buddha Yoga, The Dalles Athletic Club, or Waters Edge Fitness Center. All of the yoga modalities taught by Beth are deeply rooted in the 8 limbed yogic sciences which find their roots in the ancient Hindu religion. As an asana (posture) teacher Beth places great emphasis on postural alignment and self observation. Together these two forms of awareness can keep bodies safe and support embodied awareness on and off the mat.  As a yoga nidra (yogic sleep) guide, Beth uses a five stage approach to guided relaxation that deeply relaxes all layers of the body resulting in pain reduction, better sleep, and creative insights. When Beth isn't working, you'll find them advocating for the LGBTQIA2S+ community in The Gorge, crafting, or spending time outdoors with their husband Joe, dogger Scrappy-doo, and baby on the way. You can learn more about Beth and all the holistic wellness services they provide at www.bethslowik.com