Yoga For Every Body 

Joe worked over thirty years for Broome Developmental Center in the Maintenance department and retired in 2005. Shortly after retirement, he entered into the family general contracting business, in which he is currently involved.

Having had chronic lower back problems for many years, he was looking for something other than physical therapy to help prevent further injury and pain when he was introduced to Svaroopa® Yoga in 2000. He participated in one class a week for nearly 7 years when it was suggested, by his instructor, Lynda, that he should consider participating in 2 classes a week.  He did and experienced a noticeable improvement in his physical health and energy level. He became a serious Svaroopa® student. His chronic back issues diminished considerably, almost totally. He became hooked on Svaroopa® Yoga.

Because Svaroopa® Yoga has made such a positive impact on his physical, mental, and spiritual health, Joe was eager to share his knowledge and the Svaroopa® experience with others. In March of 2010 he completed the Svaroopa® Foundations Program at the Kripalu Yoga Center in Massachusetts. He then attended training to become certified as an Embodyment®Yoga Therapist.  He continues his training in the Yoga Teacher Training Program and has completed 200 hours of training and is entering his 3rd Level of Teacher Training at Master Yoga.

Joe is eager to continue his training and is excited to be sharing his new path with others. He thanks Karen and especially Lynda for being such great role models and mentors and for encouraging him to strive for more. His philosophy follows Karen’s and Lynda’s - “Do more yoga”.