Hello, I’m Katie Hay.
I’m a Yoga Therapist, dedicated to helping you find optimal health using the practices and tools of yoga.
Mother, yoga therapist, teacher and mentor, I live in Black Mountain, North Carolina.
In my early 20’s, I lost my father to a short illness. The grief was overwhelming.
Yoga became my lifeline.
My yoga mat became a container of support where I could be, breathe, and reconnect to my body.
While completing my degree in Cultural Anthropology, I dove deep into restorative and Iyengar yoga practices.
Ready for further learning and deeper healing, I ventured out to California to immerse myself in the practices of yoga and meditation, while volunteering on farms.
Getting my hands in the dirt, while spending hours practicing breathing, postures, and meditation, I felt myself coming back to life. I felt strong in body, mind, and heart.
I knew then, I wanted to offer the practices of yoga to others.
I completed my first in-depth yoga teacher training and taught weekly yoga classes while living in Washington, DC, while working for international nonprofits.
Sharing the benefits of yoga with my students brought me so much joy. But students would often ask me about their injuries or conditions, so I sought to expand my knowledge to better serve my community.
Upon moving to Black Mountain, North Carolina I dedicated myself fully to the studies and work of Yoga Therapy.
I completed advanced studies in Yoga Therapy, focusing on conditions of the human body, and how yoga can support healing.
I also worked full time at Black Mountain Yoga. For many years, I taught classes and 1-on-1 private yoga, while managing the studio.
Now I primarily see private clients for individualized yoga practice, in partnership with Black Mountain Yoga. I continue to expand my expertise, with special focus on yoga for healthy aging.
I’ve supported my students through joint replacements, cancer treatment, loss of a loved one, and more. I love creating personalized yoga experiences to serve the needs of whoever is on the yoga mat in front of me.
I also offer workshops, small group yoga therapy classes, and online courses.
When I’m not teaching or practicing yoga, I mother my two girls, hike, sauna, garden and read.
Yoga continues to keep me strong in my body, mind, and soul. It is my joy to spread the practices of yoga that continue to be a vital part of my self-care.
I hope you will allow me to support and guide you.
I promise to meet you where you are, listen to your goals, and empower you on your path to optimal health.
Contact Katie
Contact Katie
Get in touch for a free 15 minute Yoga Therapy consult, to schedule a session, or connect.