Suzanne Deason

For over a decade, yoga instructor Suzanne Deason has taught yoga, blending a flowing Vinyasa style rooted in the Ashtanga tradition to create a practice that unites mind, body, and breath. As a personal instructor, her focus on breathing helps students develop a deep connection with their bodies, fostering greater awareness in every moment. Suzanne Deason, a certified Pilates instructor, has won awards for her Gaia yoga and Pilates weight-loss DVDs, particularly enjoying guiding others in using yoga for weight loss.

Suzanne began her yoga journey at age nine, finding profound peace in her practice. This early experience inspired her to dedicate her life to sharing the transformative power of yoga and Pilates. From the first pose, she felt a peace that has continued to drive her practice and teaching.

Having witnessed the struggles of family and friends with weight loss despite rigorous diets and exercise routines, Suzanne Deason focuses on fundamental teachings in her yoga practice, particularly effective for weight loss and enhancing overall well-being. She believes that yoga promotes health, internal focus, and peace, catering to both beginners and advanced practitioners on Gaia. Suzanne teaches that maintaining health requires a connection between mind and body, guiding both toward the same goal.

Yoga Training Credentials: Deason completed her formal yoga training in the Iyengar tradition. This tradition is an in-depth, alignment-oriented teaching method.