Robyn Brinkerhoff is the owner of Empower Yoga & Mindfulness and a Therapeutic Yoga Practitioner who loves holding space for people to arrive just as they are. Her classes are joyful, compassionate, and grounded in both science and spirituality, inviting students to slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with their most authentic selves.

Through her studies in neuroplasticity, trauma-informed yoga, and pain science, Robyn translates complex neuroscience into accessible, embodied practices. She works with mental health professionals, trauma survivors, and wellness practitioners, offering movement and breathwork that support nervous system regulation, resilience, and healing beyond traditional talk therapy.

Maria is the Studio Coordinator at Empower Yoga & Mindfulness and a dedicated yoga teacher who leads classes with knowledge, strength, and joy. She guides students through methodical, safe practices that support a long-lasting yoga journey, helping them reconnect with their mind, body, and spirit. Maria especially loves helping people feel strong in their bodies while cultivating self-awareness and overall well-being.

Originally from Chile, Maria lived in Florida before moving to California. She has been practicing yoga since 2000 and teaching since 2010, holding a 500-hour YTT certification. Her classes are welcoming to both English- and Spanish-speaking students, creating an inclusive space where everyone can grow, build strength, and experience the transformative benefits of yoga.

Cheyenne guides a deeply transformative yoga practice designed to help students reanimate their lives and reclaim personal sovereignty—mind, body, and soul. Her classes weave together live sound healing, intentional physical practice, and a profound reverence for yogic philosophy, creating a heart-centered, vibrational foundation.

Through her teaching, students are invited to reconnect with their breath, attune to their heart center, and awaken their inner witness consciousness. Cheyenne believes that personal sovereignty and empowerment grow through mindful practice and supportive community, offering a space where individuals can reclaim balance, clarity, and vitality in a world that often feels chaotic and disempowering.

Carmen is passionate about creating a nurturing and supportive environment where students of all levels can explore the transformative power of asana, pranayama, and meditation. Her classes blend dynamic sequences with moments of stillness, helping students cultivate strength, flexibility, and balance in both body and mind.

Through breathwork, mindful movement, and self-reflection, Carmen guides students toward greater self-awareness, inner calm, and overall well-being. Her teaching philosophy centers on honoring each individual’s unique journey, empowering students to reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and find serenity on and off the mat.