She weaves energy, fluidity, play, and tons of hands-on assists into her teaching. Prior to teaching yoga, she earned a master’s degree in English and worked in advertising, publishing, and nonprofit management. Today, with business in the background and yoga in the foreground, Karen delivers breath-centered instruction to her students, but she continues to dig deeply into creativity. Whether she’s teaching, writing, cooking, or planning an unforgettable yoga retreat, Karen moves with steadiness, exploration, and a solid sense of grounding. She lives in Brooklyn, New York with her mischievous cat, Bija. KarenShelleyYoga.com