I’m Allie Labate—a devoted wife, dog mom, and passionate advocate for holistic wellness. I believe true well-being arises from nurturing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. (And I also think having fun and not taking yourself too seriously is essential to well-being!) I discovered yoga a bit later in life. Growing up in a small town in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, I wasn’t introduced to yoga and its sciences until long after college. My journey into fitness actually began with bodybuilding, but after a shoulder injury, I decided to start a yoga practice—and that’s when my life changed. Yoga helped me embrace my body for what it’s capable of, rather than how it looks (oh, and it made me incredibly strong and mobile—my body had never felt that good!). Yoga revealed my true potential, and it’s now my mission to inspire you to see yours, empowering you on the mat so you can carry that strength and confidence into every aspect of your life. Drawing inspiration from the Ashtanga lineage, my classes are characterized by athleticism, playfulness, and energizing music. I want to challenge you to step outside your comfort zone. I’m okay with being the yoga teacher you love to hate because growth happens both in life and on the mat when we push through challenges. Throughout my teaching career, I’ve been fortunate to learn from remarkable mentors such as Carson Clay Calhoun (Rocket Yoga), Jennifer Eddins (Power Yoga and Ashtanga), and Deepak Chopra (Ayurveda). Their wisdom has profoundly influenced my teaching style and philosophy. I am committed to being a lifelong student of this practice, continually seeking new ways to expand my consciousness and enhance my skills, ensuring that everyone I work with gets the most out of their practice. Some of my certifications and experience include: Chopra Health™ Ayurveda Health Teacher Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider 12-Hour Handstand Seminar with Yuri Marmerstein 50-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Rocket Yoga 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Ashtanga, Rocket Yoga, Vinyasa 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Power Yoga 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Ashtanga, Yin and Restorative, Ayurveda, Meditation and Pranayama