Rosemary’s style is fun and light-hearted with emphasis on body
awareness, proper breathing, and listening to the inner message and wisdom. She delights in the transformative, calming effects of yoga and meditation and encourages taking the practice “off the mat” to cultivate a productive, healthy, fulfilled life. Rosemary has been trained and in the company of many gifted and insightful teachers. The gurus have led her to find and trust the guru within as the greatest teacher. She has been an instructor for over 35 years and is certified in several types of yoga including Nidra, Yin, slow Vinyasa, and Gentle. Rosemary is also a Reiki Master Teacher. In her role in Teacher Training, she helps shape new teachers through Breathing Techniques, Classroom Management, Postures and Yin Yoga.

Diane brings a warm, compassionate presence to every class, creating a space where everyone feels welcome. She is a graduate of Yoga Darshana Center’s 200-hour Teacher Training Program, a Reiki practitioner, and a public relations specialist. Yoga has been a deep and personal journey for her since she first stepped onto the mat in 2014. Within months, she felt a calling to teach, inspired by the way yoga helped her find balance, strength, and a more grounded way of moving through life. Her approach is intuitive and heartfelt, guiding students to connect with their breath, body, and inner calm in a way that feels natural and supportive.

Sarafina's journey with Yoga began around 2006 during her college years while studying to become a music teacher. It was during this time that she discovered the powerful practice of yoga and meditation, which would become constant companions throughout her life's adventures. Over the past 16 years as a dedicated music educator, she naturally gravitated toward sound healing, finding beautiful connections between music and wellness. After completing her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certification, Sarafina now combines her expertise in music education, sound healing, yoga, and meditation to help others find peace and balance in their lives. Her unique approach blends these complementary practices to create holistic healing experiences for those seeking wellness on their personal journeys.

Chris has been practicing yoga for over 10 years.  He is a proud father and a Long Island public school administrator, who obtained a doctoral degree in Educational Administration from St. John’s University. As an educator for the past 34 years, Chris has discovered that by remaining open to all the possibilities that life has to offer through meditation, yoga, self-study, and the nurturing of a "beginners mind", you can develop inner peace. He is passionate about working on his own health and wellness and helping others to integrate meditation and yoga into a consistent practice. Chris recently completed the 200-hour yoga teacher training course at the Darshana Center and is excited to share his love of the body, mind and spirit connection.

Marguerite is a 200 hour certified Yoga Teacher specializing in Yin Yoga, a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Reiki Practitioner and Sound Healing Facilitator She is passionate about guiding individuals on their journey towards optimal health and well-being with a deep-rooted belief in the body’s innate ability to heal itself. She intertwines the ancient wisdom of yoga and the art of acupuncture to create a harmonious balance between mind body and spirit. Through my yoga classes I empower my students to explore profound connection between breath, movement, and inner peace. My classes are not just about physical postures, they are a holistic experience that nurtures the body and calms the mind. With 6 years of yoga teaching experience and a compassionate heart I am dedicated to supporting my students in their quest to find balance in mind, body, and spirit.

Virginia is a graduate of the 200-hour Long Island Yoga Teacher Training program at Yoga Darshana Center. Her journey with yoga opened her heart to its incredible healing power, and now she’s passionate about sharing that gift with others. Virginia’s mission is to help her students tap into their inner strength, find lasting peace, and nurture health in both body and mind. With her warm and caring presence, Virginia creates a space where everyone feels genuinely welcome and at ease.

Alex is a graduate of the 200-hour Long Island Yoga Teacher Training program at Yoga Darshana Center. Inspired by her mom's ability to teach and spread mindfulness through yoga, she continued her practice and found balance in Yin, furthering her yoga education and becoming certified. Alex's mission is to help her students embrace themselves by meeting them where they are, find balance by slowing the down and finding stillness, and nurture health in both body and mind.

Rosaria is a dedicated and compassionate yoga instructor with years of experience in both Hatha and Chair Yoga. She is highly skilled at adapting poses to suit the needs of students of all levels, including seniors and those with mobility challenges. Rosaria emphasizes breathwork, alignment, and mindfulness in her classes, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for her students. Her passion for yoga shines through in her ability to make the practice accessible to everyone, promoting wellness and self-awareness. She continuously deepens her own practice through ongoing study and personal growth, sharing her knowledge generously with her students.

Suzan found yoga in 2007 while living in South Florida, it was love at first sight. Yoga became her escape from the day-to-day obstacles of work and studying. Suzan eventually moved to New York where yoga became a daily ritual but something was still missing from her practice - “what is yoga to me?... and how can I further my personal studies?” She eventually found her calling and earned her 200hr certification in Vinyasa Yoga and more recently became a Reiki II / Okuden practitioner. When Suzan is not practicing Yoga or working she spends time with her Westie Mr. Wendal and enjoys reading & gardening. 

Donna is a former professional dancer and has been practicing and teaching yoga and guided meditation for over 20 years. She began her practice as part of her recovery of back and hip injuries and soon after became a teacher herself. She trained with a wide variety of master teachers including Yogi Amrit Desai, Rodney Yee, Erich Schiffmann, and Lilias Folan. In addition, Donna is a licensed Radiologic Technologist (R)(M)(CT) She brings her knowledge of medical training and passion for yoga to each class to ensure her students experience a safe and thoroughly enjoyable practice.

Lorrie received her 200hr RYT from the Yoga Darshana Center and is currently in the Teacher Training Program at the Iyengar Institute of NYC with senior teachers James Murphy and Tori Milner. Lorrie began practicing yoga in 2011 and has had the experience to study with many senior and master teachers within the Iyengar method including Patricia Walden, Gabriel Halpern, John Shumacher, Rebecca Lerner and more. Lorrie has also spent many hours in study with Rodney and Colleen Saidman Yee. An Accountant by trade and the mother of two adult daughters, Lorrie also loves to spend time in the garden, cooking or at the beach with friends. Through her teaching style, Lorrie strives to provide clear and precise instructions and demonstrations to help all students realize their full potential in a safe and systematic mode of study.

John is a recent graduate from Darshana's 200 hr yoga teacher training program. He is an air force veteran, retired carpenter, eucharist minister, father of 4 and has been practicing yoga for more than 5 years. He is also a Zumba and aqua fit instructor.  Johnny is fun, easy going, friendly and heart centered. He is excited to bring his passion of yoga into the community. 

Tania Wilk’s integrative approach to health and wellness is supported by her diverse training in various modalities. She is a certified Usui Reiki Master Teacher, iRest Yoga Nidra II Practitioner, 500-hour Yoga Teacher, and Mat Pilates Instructor. Tania is also a Sound Healing Facilitator who enjoys using singing bowls and vocal toning, which she finds highly effective for deep relaxation and stress relief. Additionally, she holds specialty certifications in Prenatal, Children’s, and At-Risk Youth Yoga, as well as Health Coaching from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Passionate about helping others transform their lives and heal, Tania offers her support, encouragement, and expertise to guide individuals towards their highest selves. When not on her mat, Tania pursues her career as a singer/songwriter in the indie folk/pop/soul genre.

While working full time nights and raising her family Evelyn Regan found her passion for fitness. In 2004 she became an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor and a year later obtained her AFAA Personal Trainer Certification.  She taught many different modalities including Kickboxing, Step, Toning, Strength Training, Mat Pilates, Aqua certified and more. She is also a senior fitness specialist and has a certification in the Silver Sneakers program.  It was during this time that she had opportunities to attend yoga classes with many wonderful instructors and loved the benefits that yoga had on her physically and mentally. After retiring from her full time Job, Evelyn graduated from Darshana’s yoga teacher training program.  She is both honored and excited about teaching yoga and looks forward to helping members become their best self.

Randi is a certified yoga instructor and sound healer, having completed her 200-hour teacher training at Yoga Darshana Center. With a background in social work and special education, she holds a Bachelor's degree from SUNY Albany and a Master’s degree from NYU. After dedicating over 30 years to teaching in the public school system, Randi now brings her deep passion for yoga to the community.

Raised in a home where music was a way of life, she was profoundly influenced by her father, a classical pianist and piano store owner. Her love for yoga began over 12 years ago, inspired by the belief that true well-being comes from a strong connection between mind and body. Through her teaching, Randi hopes to create a space where students can explore this connection, develop their practice, and experience the many benefits yoga has to offer.