Desiree Palanisamy

Desiree has been teaching special populations and the general public yoga and wellness programs for over

11 years. She has over a dozen certifications which include various styles of Yoga and Pilates, as well as certifications in Pranic Healing, Reiki, Raw Food Nutrition and Wellness Coaching. Her yoga background and training inclu over 500 hours of extensive training in various styles of yoga which include:Kundalini, Ashtanga, Hatha and Sivananda Yoga. Desiree is also currently pursuing her a certification in Anusara Yoga, and her current teaching style embraces all elements of her previous training, but is heavily influenced by Anusara Yoga. Some of Desiree's teachers and influences have included: Beryl Bender Birch, Doug Swenson, Lois Neisbitt, John Friend and the late, Pattabhi Jois. Desiree also has a background and degree in Social Work and was the former Owner and Director of Breathe Yoga located in Western Suffolk County. Desiree's style of teaching is playful, yet challenging, with thought-provoking themes that speak to her students hearts. For more information on Desiree visit her website at: www.desireejoyyoga.com