Lisa Medeiros

Lisa was born in Honolulu, Hawaii and raised in Vancouver, Canada. Having the duality of both countries, she had the opportunity to move to the US again in her early twenties and ventured to Portland, Oregon where she lived for over nine years. Yearning for the warmth and sun, but still desiring the West Coast energy, she again relocated to San Diego in 1998. The move to California opened the door to Lisa's lifestyle and career change into the health and wellness field. She had a back fusion surgery in her early teens due to a congenital back disorder but desperately wanted to avoid future surgeries and disabling drug treatments. Yoga proved to be the healer she was searching for to improve her physical self and well-being. Through the daily practice of traditional Hatha Yoga, Lisa found her body had a greater flexibility and strength than ever before and that the numerous breathing and relaxation techniques assisted greatly in alleviating the stress of chronic pain. Her teaching style blends various Yoga experiences and trainings, but focuses on gentle and restorative postures that are adaptable and safe for all levels.