Jessica found yoga fifteen years ago by joining a small class on her college campus at the University of Maryland, College Park. Her older sister, a fellow yoga instructor had suggested she should give it a try. As time progressed, Jessica's preferences manifested and she found herself in various classes at Flow Yoga Center where she completed her well-rounded 200 hour training in Vinyasa Flow. Jessica continues to strive in evolving within her practice and instruction. Jessica has a dedicated and enthusiastic approach with her students and encourages them to manifest their passion.

Sean has been teaching adult vinyasa yoga since 2011, after completing Flow Yoga Center's 200hr certification course. Since then he has explored and teaches several different styles of yoga, all vinyasa based. Sean is not only active in teaching adults but also kids since 2008. Sean's classes are always fun, light hearted and groovy! His sense of humor, contagious smile and creative music playlist will leave you stretched, relaxed and ready to take on the day! www.seanfraseryoga.com

Kaydee teaches yoga for every age and for the whole family. Her classes include Gentle Yoga, Partners Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Baby and Me Yoga, Kids Yoga, Family Yoga, Family Dance Fitness, and Bellydance. Kaydee is a Health Coach and specializes in getting kids to eat healthy foods, and shortcuts to maintain a well-nourished family

Ryan is skilled practitioner in the art of yoga and therapeutic massage. He is also an accomplished qigong healer continuing his education in qigong movement/meditation and its clinical applications. Ryan came to yoga in the late 90's in search of self-healing. He immersed in Kundalini Yoga with Guru Muhk, surfed Prana Flow Energetic Vinyasa with Shiva Rea, and bathed in the body wisdom of the teacher’s teacher Annie Carpenter, while living in Los Angeles over 13 years. Inspired by world-class teachers Jo Tastula, Matt Pesendian, Micheline Berry and many others throughout his years on the mat, he has come to find his own unique voice as a yoga guide. Ryan’s yoga is rooted in the tradition of Sri Krishnamacharya, offering a potent alignment-oriented practice that emphasizes the forms and actions within yoga asana. Classes progressively and safely sequence toward more complex peak poses, and spend time breaking down techniques for honing awareness on and off the mat. His practice draws upon a wide range of postures and modifications that build strength, flexibility and refine awareness in body and mind. For more info on Ryan go to www.Selflesslotus.com

Kara began practicing yoga primarily as a form of exercise in 2006 and was soon inspired by its effects on her body and mind and ability to create ease and balance in her life. After years of practicing regularly, she was eager to share yoga with others and completed the 2015 ISHTA 200-hour training in Washington, DC. In her classes, Kara aims to create well-rounded asana sequences that strengthen and open the body, incorporate elements of pranayama and meditation to calm and focus the mind and make yoga accessible and fun for her students.

My name is Ghenesis Mendez and I'm a junior at Georgetown University. I am the special assistant of the COO of The Fundamentals Academy.

Having trained with some of the best coaches in the country and having the opportunity to play basketball with several professional athletes, Coach Max brings extensive experience in physical activity and sports training. After captaining his high school basketball team and training at the IMG Sports academy, Coach Max accepted an opportunity to play as a preferred walk-on for the Tulane University Basketball Team. As a senior, he was named captain by his coaches and fellow teammates due to his significant contributions on and off the court, graduating in 2014. Working with youngsters and mentoring aspiring athletes has been a passion of Coach Max since he began working at Janney Elementary School's after-care program during high school. He is excited to bring his love for sports and coaching to The Fundamentals Academy and their athletes. Coach Max is not only a coach, but also a proud alumni of the academy, having trained with Coach Omar since 2010.

Omar Griffin (Coach Omar) has been involved in basketball and sports for over 20 years as a player and coach. Coach Omar played basketball competitively in high school and at the club level in College. Originally from the Bronx, NY, Omar began developing his skills and love for the game on the playgrounds as a young boy. In high school, Omar coached a co-ed youth recreational team and his passion for coaching has been burning ever since. In 2002, Omar moved to Washington D.C. to attend the George Washington University, where he further developed his coaching skills through providing private coaching for players on the GWU Men's and Women's basketball team. At GW, he focused on teaching players the necessary fundamentals to highlight their athleticism. Coach Omar has coached at every school level and has been successful in each position. In the 2009–2010 season, Omar was the assistant coach of the varsity basketball team at the Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Besthda, MD. This team finished with a 20-6 overall record, the highest win total in twenty years. Coach Omar recently completed his second year as the head coach of the Boy's Varsity basketball team at the McLean School of Maryland.The team finished with a 19-5 overall record and made it to the Potomac Valley athletic Conference Championship Game. Before he became Head Coach in 2010, the school did not have a double digit win season or make the playoffs in over a decade. His passion to coach and play sports has lead him to a lifetime commitment to improving at both. He offers his valuable experience and enthusiasm to all players and families through the Fundamentals Academy.

Coach T's upbringing under the wing of an NBA and overseas professional basketball player has provided him with countless opportunities to learn about basketball and interact with people who are now legends of the game. Starting an intensive training schedule with his father in the 5th grade, Coach T eventually walked on to George Washington University's men's basketball team. As a college senior in 2006, his team earned a #6 national ranking, ending the season undefeated in the Atlantic 10 conference with an overall record of 27-3. After college, Coach T continued to work with children at St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School as an extended day teacher, also helping their 5th and 6th grade boys and girls basketball teams. Also from 2010-2014 he worked as an assistant coach for the boy's varsity team at the McLean School of Maryland. The Fundamentals Academy has become an outlet for Coach T to use his FUN spirit and pass on his knowledge about sports to the next generation.

The Academy logo, Hunter Plaines is a product of the blueprint of the Fundamentals Academy model. Coach Hunter brings a different approach to coaching --having spent a year volunteering for the City Year program, not only does he posses the ability to connect with kids in an athletic perspective but he is able to make academic applications to the skills taught in classes and lessons.

Heidi has over 20 years of experience working in the health & wellness industry. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and treasures the gifts that occur when individuals experience transformation, moments of joy, and a serious belly laugh together. Her philosophy is simple, life is short, it’s meant to be enjoyed, and the ability to laugh at oneself makes everyday brighter. Heidi is the founder of Synergy Health & Wellness and describes her title of Integrative Health Practitioner as creating movement in a way that changes life forever. Her Masters in Integrative Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, and Psychology in combination with certifications in fitness, yoga, hypnosis, and reiki, a black belt in martial arts, and her love of natural medicine provides the perfect blend for a truly holistic approach to health and healing. Heidi believes yoga is to be practiced not for the ability to hold fancy arm balances, or to stretch the foot behind the head, rather for the purpose of moving through life with ease, grace, and the freedom to play on the playground at any age. Heidi believes there is a yoga class for everyone it’s just a matter of discovering the perfect match. Her classes include exploring how to challenge your own body in a safe yet profoundly powerful manner, discovering how yoga serves your life off the mat, and moments of being silly on the mat. Humility & Compassion on the mat are most challenging & brilliant asanas! Heidi invites you to come and share breath-time with her. www.heidilyndaker.com / heidi@heidilyndaker.com

An advanced practice means walking away feeling more mindful, subtle, and aware, and that one should not feel worse because one is unable to “do” a pose. Through this philosophy, I provide for my students a positive yoga practice, celebrating body shape, size, gender, age, or any other characteristics that one might narrate as either a limitation or a facilitator to a robust practice. Yoga is an experience enhanced through diversity; there is room on the mat for individuals from all walks of life. In early 2013, I left my job with the federal government to teach yoga full time. Through a combination of breath, functional strength, and alignment, you will establish an open dialogue with yourself, notice the climate of your body as it changes breath to breath, and explore your unique truths and strengths. I specialize in energetic flow, alignment, injuries, and multi-level classes. My joy is seeing students realize their potentials and invite compassion and honesty not only into their own practices, but also across all aspects of their lives. In addition to yoga, I am certified in Spinning, Thai Massage, TRX, and Group Fitness. My love for yoga and breathwork informs all of these modalities and many of my students study with me under multiple disciplines. Additionally, I have studied yoga in Rishikesh and Varanasi, India, as well as energy work in Thailand, and am a devout enthusiast of Ayurveda. I am an E-RYT-500, and offer deep gratitude to my teachers, Natasha Rizopolous and Jo Tastula.

An advanced practice means walking away feeling more mindful, subtle, and aware, and that one should not feel worse because one is unable to “do” a pose. Through this philosophy, I provide for my students a positive yoga practice, celebrating body shape, size, gender, age, or any other characteristics that one might narrate as either a limitation or a facilitator to a robust practice. Yoga is an experience enhanced through diversity; there is room on the mat for individuals from all walks of life. In early 2013, I left my job with the federal government to teach yoga full time. Through a combination of breath, functional strength, and alignment, you will establish an open dialogue with yourself, notice the climate of your body as it changes breath to breath, and explore your unique truths and strengths. I specialize in energetic flow, alignment, injuries, and multi-level classes. My joy is seeing students realize their potentials and invite compassion and honesty not only into their own practices, but also across all aspects of their lives. In addition to yoga, I am certified in Spinning, Thai Massage, TRX, and Group Fitness. My love for yoga and breathwork informs all of these modalities and many of my students study with me under multiple disciplines. Additionally, I have studied yoga in Rishikesh and Varanasi, India, as well as energy work in Thailand, and am a devout enthusiast of Ayurveda. I am an E-RYT-500, and offer deep gratitude to my teachers, Natasha Rizopolous and Jo Tastula.

I am 200-hour rys certified vinyasa yoga instructor and Budokon blue belt. I am seeking new yogic experiences to create a healthy environment to assist students to find their fear and comfort zones. I enjoy to practice yoga at the local park events. I was inspired by my first yoga class 10 years ago at a nearby park and practiced at various studio venues a variety of yoga style classes and workshops in Washington, DC. I became enlightened to teach at a convenient, spacious yoga and fitness studio where I received my certification and also practiced kickboxing and Budokon yoga and continue to practice Budokon Living Arts in Miami Beach, Florida. I attended Wanderlust Festival at Stratton Mountain extraordinary events, outdoor hike and mountain air for 4 days including Budokon workshops and variety of yoga classes at the main tent and venue lodges plus enjoyed the Khula market and spectacular music and dance celebration. Running the 5K at Wanderlust-108 in DC was a one day fun, outdoor experience at Armory park followed by guided yoga and meditation with electronic music on stage. I practiced at the Mahabhuta Festival 3-day weekend in Pensacola, Florida at Sanders Beach a variety of styles yoga, meditation and kirtan. Instagram @michelemyyoga