“If we could see the whole truth of any situation, our only response would be one of compassion.”

- Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche

About Serafina

I came to yoga looking for a workout; what I found was a transformation. A transformation not just in my body, but in my mind and spirit. My practice unveiled a personal strength, an inherent intuition that guided me through hardships and set me on a path to be the healthy and happy person that I always knew I was. My path also revealed that I love to share, I love to teach, and I want to help others be the best version of themselves through the discipline of a yoga practice.

Certifications & Training

Serafina is an E-RYT 500 yoga instructor dedicated to continuous growth and education. Her specialized credentials and training history include:

  • Advanced Credentials: E-RYT 500 status, demonstrating extensive teaching experience and advanced training.

  • Foundational Training: Received her RYT 200 in 2016 from Inhale Yoga Pgh and Healthy Body Peaceful Soul.

  • Advanced Studies: Completed her RYT 300 with the Kaivalya Yoga Method Academy in 2023.

  • Specialized Studies: Holds additional certifications and training in pranayama (breathwork), trauma-informed practices, meditation, anatomy & physiology, and restorative yoga.

PA License # MSG014230 OH License # 33.027627

"I started yoga as a supplemental workout to weight lifting, cardio, and boxing/marshal arts, but it quickly turned in to one of my favorite days of the week. Serafina provided helpful guidance on technique, which I incorporated into my weight lifting because I was having chronic pain in my left shoulder. After a few weeks of incorporating the techniques into my weight lifting the shoulder pain vanished. Serafina's classes are equal parts physically engaging and relaxing. One does not need to have been practicing yoga for years for Serafina to make them feel welcome."

Corey Churilla

“I’m so thankful to have stumbled upon your class. You are the BEST instructor. I’ve been practicing yoga (here and there) for twelve years and you are the best teacher I have encountered. You are very in tune to the needs of your students. It’s a pleasure to unroll my mat in your classroom. "

Kate Dawson

“Kelly and I want to thank you for your amazing class on Sunday. You have a gift."

Rich and Kelly Thomas