Danielle Devine LMT,
Beyond 500 RYT
In my early twenties, embarking on a soul-searching journey, I began my exploration of holistic healing at the Southwest Institute for the Healing Arts. There, I delved into the realms of massage therapy, bodywork, and energy healing modalities. This transformative experience ignited a passion for yoga within me, prompting me to pursue further knowledge in this ancient practice.
Enrolling in my first 200-hour yoga training in Scottsdale, Arizona, I immersed myself in the teachings of Ashtanga and Yin yoga styles. Eager to deepen my understanding of modifying poses to accommodate individual limitations, I pursued training in Iyengar Yoga, mastering the art of tailoring yoga postures to suit diverse body types and needs.
After over two decades of dedicated practice, my quest for profound wisdom led me to the acclaimed Anand Mehrotta of the Sattva Yoga Academy, a revered master from the Himalayas.
Under his tutelage, I discovered the integrative approach of yoga, a transformative journey that has enriched my life and expanded my consciousness towards love and growth.
Apart from my spiritual pursuits, I hold a degree in Athletic Training and Sport Psychology from West Virginia University, a foundation that led me to a fulfilling career at a physical therapy clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. Collaborating closely with physical therapists, I honed my skills in treating acute and chronic dysfunctions, integrating hands-on modalities into my healing practice.
Continuing my educational odyssey at the Southwest Institute for the Healing Arts in Tempe, Arizona, I deepened my expertise in massage therapy and ventured into my second yoga teacher training at Studio Panterra in Westfield, New York. Here, I embraced the significance of alignment and prop usage to make yoga accessible to all individuals, fostering inclusivity and empowerment in my teachings.
Forever a student of the practice, I am profoundly grateful to the lineage of yoga masters and teachers whose wisdom continues to guide and inspire me. In my classes, I aim to impart these transformative practices, encouraging my students to expand their hearts and consciousness, and to embark on their own journey of self-discovery with openness and playfulness.
Courtney Drury RYT 500
Courtney has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and through her travels has had the experience of practicing both here and abroad. Her first yoga class was with Dariel Woltz of Studio Panterra in Westfield, NY, and from there the seed had been planted. When studying at the University of Hawaii she practiced at an Iyengar studio in the Manoa Valley.
When her studies and work brought her to Japan, she continued to develop her practice and love of Yoga. In 2012 she completed her first 200hr YTT at the Satchidananda Ashram in Virginia, and began teaching at Eight Limbs. She recently participated in another 200hr YTT with her first teacher, Dariel, at Panterra and hopes to continue her lifelong yogic journey.
Karen Heckel-Marmorato RYT 500
I discovered yoga in 2005 when my son went to college. I was no longer going with him to wrestling practice every night and tournaments every weekend. It was time for a new chapter. I knew nothing about yoga. For the longest time when the teacher would say Namaste I thought they where saying have a nice day. Yoga started out as a physical asana practice.
I was there for a work out, going to Bikram class 7 times a week multiple times a day. My first teacher training was Baron Baptiste Hot Power Yoga teacher training level one in 2007. I loved yoga, the teachers, the students. I wanted to learn more. A friend told me to take class at a studio close to my home with a Jivamukti teacher. I said what is Jivamukti? The rest is history. I fell in Love with the Jivamukti method and my teachers Sharon Gannon and David Life!
In 2008 I completed the month long 300 hour teacher training.
In 2010 I completed Jivamukti 800 hour apprenticeship program. I was honored to teach at Jivamukti in NYC and NJ where I meet many great students, friends, teachers, including my spiritual teacher/adviser/friend Joshua M. Greene who opened up the world of Bhakti. My chanting,cooking, ayurvedic teacher/friend Divya Alter, who has opened the world of ayurvedic teachings, family and friends.
The yoga teacher is always a student. Some studies include Jivamukti, The Bhakti Center NYC, Omega NY, Satchidanananda Ashram Yogaville, Prana Center Ca., The Himalayan Institute Pa. My husband and I moved to Lakewood to be closer to our son and daughter-in-law. We look forward to becoming part of and contributing to the community. I look forward to being part of the Eight Limbs family, teaching students, sharing knowledge and making friends. Loka Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu.
Tara Graham, 500hr EYT
Throughout her life, Tara has been fascinated by the MindBody connection. She discovered yoga over twenty years ago and was drawn to teaching it because in spite of its complexity, it is accessible to all. Over the years, she has learned to incorporate the concepts and practice of yoga as part of a holistic living experience and embodies a yoga-inspired lifestyle. Her dedication to her daily practice enables her to speak from the wisdom of the tradition and provide students with practical guidance to enhance their lifestyle and cultivate well-being in modern life.
Her background as a Wellness Educator and Holistic Nutritionist informs her understanding of the MindBody relationship and the empowerment of yoga to invite an awareness of steadiness, strength, and acceptance which results in improving emotional, mental and physical balance. She has been a student for over 20 years and has studied asana, meditation, philosophy, and Sanskrit with many respected teachers. She has been teaching since 2010 and was initiated in the Himalayan tradition in 2016.
Inspired to delve deeper into the tantra tradition as well as broaden her knowledge, Tara pursued additional certifications in Ayurveda, YinYoga, Restorative Yoga, and meditation.
A life-long learner, Tara continues to delve into and apply the philosophy of yoga and the development of yoga practices on and off the mat. She recently completed a yearlong MindBody Therapy certification and is currently taking courses in Yoga Therapy. Tara’s unique style integrates somatic awareness, postural alignment, and philosophy to draw the student into an inner experience of self-inquiry. She incorporates asanas, pranayama and meditation with awareness and anatomical guidance to draw the student into the connection of yoga and the self.
Her creative approach uses yoga as a vital, powerful, and compassionate component in supporting the body, mind, heart and soul. Tara believes yoga is the ultimate tool for personal and spiritual growth. Her goal is to share and inspire others to integrate yoga into the realities of daily life and trust the true teacher within their own hearts. “It is the infinitely deep layers of yoga relating to union of mind, breath, body, and spirit that fascinate and inspire me to practice and teach.”.
Diana Pobreski Kundalini Yoga Teacher
Kirti Jotdeva Kaur — The angelic and radiant Princess-Lioness of God — is recognized and honored for her sacred life’s work: inspiring, uplifting, and elevating others on their healing and spiritual awakening journeys.
Kirti Jotdeva’s path to yoga began through her own deep personal healing, intertwined with her professional work as a licensed social worker. Dedicated to trauma recovery, she cultivated extensive clinical skills integrating Mind, Body, and Spirit modalities to support healing in both inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings.
While in graduate school, she attended a Mindfulness-Based training at Omega Institute with Susan Woods and Zindel Segal. There she was introduced to mindful yoga — a practice she began integrating into her clinical work at a time when such approaches were not yet mainstream in mental health care.
In 2011, while attending a Mind-Body Skills training at Center for Mind-Body Medicine, Kirti Jotdeva experienced her first Kundalini Yoga class. The experience ignited a profound inner calling. She set a clear intention that one day she would become a KRI-certified Kundalini Yoga instructor — first to deepen her own healing, and then to share this powerful technology with others.
In 2019, through what she describes as Divine orchestration, she completed her Level One Teacher Training at The Soul of Yoga, becoming both Yoga Alliance and KRI certified. Shortly after certification, she began teaching Kundalini Yoga at Eight Limbs Yoga. Within weeks, the global shutdown paused in-person teaching — yet it opened the doorway to a profound two-year spiritual awakening and expansion that continues to unfold.
Now, in what she recognizes as the dawning of the Aquarian Age, Kirti Jotdeva feels called to return to teaching and support humanity’s elevation in consciousness. Through Kundalini Yoga and Tantric Numerology, she offers practical and mystical tools to help individuals raise their vibration and embody their highest potential.
In addition to teaching yoga, Kirti Jotdeva works in private practice offering personalized Tantric Numerology reports, designing individualized sadhana practices aligned with each client’s numerological blueprint, and providing biomagnetism sessions. She is also a devoted mother who homeschools her children, studies homesteading practices, gardens, and prepares wholesome food with intention and care.
Kirti Jotdeva Kaur is honored to walk beside others on the path of awakening — guiding, inspiring, and contributing to the upliftment of collective consciousness.
Sandy Anderson LMT
Sandra Anderson has been a LMT for 12 years and has worked at Eight Limbs for the past 12 of those years. She specializes in Therapeutic massage and also offers Swedish massage and Hot Stone Therapy. Sandra received her education at Great Lakes Institute of Technology in Erie, Pa. She is currently receiving education at the Ulan Institute in Clearwater Florida for a professional level completion of advanced clinical traning in nutrition response.
Sandra and her husband Bradley Anderson are life long residents of Chautauqua County where they raised two daughters. Sandra is a graduate of Maple Grove High School Class of 1979 and she attended Jamestown Community College with a concentration in math & science. Sandra and family have followed the principles of living a healthy lifestyle and believes Massage Therapy plays a large role in one’s wellness program.
Mike Ferrino LMT
Mike is a highly skilled and experienced massage therapist, specializing in the field of myofascial release techniques with a particular focus on the iliospsoas muscle. His expertise in addressing and alleviating low back pain sets him apart in his field.
With a solid education from the prestigious Finger Lakes School of Massage Therapy and years of practical experience since 2012, Mike has honed his skills and gained invaluable knowledge to provide effective treatments to his clients. His dedication to ongoing learning and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in his field ensures that his techniques are evidence-based and tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual.
Mike’s clients benefit greatly from his deep understanding of the intricacies of the human body and his ability to identify and target problematic areas.
He possesses a compassionate and empathetic nature, always taking the time to listen to his clients’ concerns and goals for their massage therapy sessions. This allows him to create customized treatment plans that address not only the physical symptoms but also the underlying causes of discomfort.
Known for his gentle yet powerful touch, Mike’s massages are not only deeply relaxing but also highly effective in providing relief from pain and discomfort. His clients consistently praise his ability to alleviate tension, restore mobility, and promote overall well-being.
Beyond his technical skills, Mike is known for creating a warm and welcoming environment for his clients. His friendly and professional demeanor instantly puts people at ease, allowing them to fully relax and benefit from the therapeutic experience. With his dedication to providing exceptional care and his passion for helping others, Mike has become a trusted and sought-after massage therapist for those seeking relief.
RENEE ZAHM LMT
Renee Zahm, LMT has been practicing massage therapy for almost two decades and has gained a deep understanding of the importance of being in tune with the needs of each client who comes to her massage table. Renee received her massage therapy training at The Finger Lakes School of Massage and has completed several continuing education courses since becoming a licensed massage therapist. Renee has a compassionate and intuitive approach to massage therapy. Her technique incorporates a variety of massage modalities to achieve the therapeutic outcomes desired by each individual client.