Teacher Spotlight: Judy McAmis

Mar 26

We are thrilled to shine this week’s Teacher Spotlight on Judy, our resident guide in the art of slowing down. With her gentle approach to Restorative Yoga and Sound Bath, Judy offers a true gift of stillness and renewal to our community at Light House Yoga.

***“I believe we are all growing out of the darkness, seeking our inner light, and bringing our beauty towards the sun.”***

Q+A with Judy

Why did you start practicing yoga?

I started practicing yoga because I am interested in learning about different philosophies and I was also hoping to improve my strength and balance. Plus, people always told me I would love it, so I had to finally give it a try. That was 25 years ago.

Why do you keep practicing yoga?

I practice yoga because it is essential to my mental health and I love to challenge myself in positive ways.

How has yoga impacted your life off the mat?

Yoga has vastly improved my life. Not only am I physically stronger, I am more emotionally balanced, centered, and yoga creates a space of self-exploration. Yoga invites you to learn about other cultures, other ways of being in the world, other ways of healing yourself and others. It really is a beautiful thing.

Outside of practicing yoga, what other activities do you enjoy?

I love being in nature, I love poetry, my dogs, learning, art, and spending time with friends and family.

What do you hope your students take away from your classes?

I hope my students feel more grounded and connected to themselves and the world around them. I hope they leave with a little bit more peace in heart and mind.

What do you find most rewarding about being a yoga teacher?

The most rewarding thing for me is creating a safe space for people. There is little better than hearing how you have improved someone's day, helped them get closer to a pose, or learn something new - even if it's only in an hour together.

What’s something on your bucket list?

I want to get my PhD.

What’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?

That I am the only Yankee in my family.

Any mantra or quote you live by?

Be the little weirdo that you are.