Naturally drawn to spiritual teachings and physical practices, Betsy happened upon yoga in the late 90s. She appreciated how the practice of yoga united her body, mind, and spirit. It became a tool that helped her feel more rooted and grounded in life, especially during a time when things felt uncertain. It was her saving grace and has served her well since that time in life; therefore, she wanted to teach this practice to others. Since 2002, she has taught in the Greater Lafayette and West Lafayette areas.
Betsy’s initial yoga training was under the guidance of Nikki Myers and Marsha Pappas at CITYOGA School of Yoga and Health in Indianapolis. Along the journey, she has gleaned knowledge in other branches of Yoga, meditation, prenatal yoga, Yoga of 12-Step Recovery/addiction, and countless other forms of health and wellness that contribute to a balanced body, mind, and spirit. In addition to being an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT), Betsy is a registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher (RPYT), a continuing education provider (YACEP), and a certified Pilates teacher through the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA).
Betsy received both her B.A. and M.S. from Purdue University. She spends the academic year teaching Special Education for the Tippecanoe School Corporation (TSC). Additionally, she serves the Neuroscience Education team within the TSC and helps others incorporate Conscious Discipline® and Brain-aligned practices into the classroom. Betsy strives for continuous growth in her own life and considers herself a forever student.
Most importantly, she believes the practice of yoga should be accessible to all people and all bodies! Join Betsy for a class soon! She co-teaches Community Yoga’s 200-hour and 500-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings and teaches throughout the community in various settings.
