Robyn is the owner of Empower Yoga and the Neuroscience yogi, her journey into neuroscience, mindfulness, and movement is both personal and academic. With over two decades of yoga experience and a Master’s in Educational Psychology, she has spent her career exploring the intersection of the mind and body, uncovering how movement and breathwork can rewire neural pathways, regulate the nervous system, and enhance mental well-being.

Her work is rooted in the belief that healing is both an art and a science. Through her studies in neuroplasticity, trauma-informed yoga, and pain science, she has developed an approach that translates complex neuroscience into tangible, applicable techniques for therapists and individuals alike. Robyn has dedicated her career to teaching others how to integrate science-backed movement and breathwork into therapeutic and personal practice. Working with mental health professionals, trauma survivors, and wellness practitioners to equip them with tools that go beyond traditional talk therapy. Tools that help people truly embody their healing process. 

Maria is our Studio Coordinator! As a yoga teacher, she guides students through a methodical and safe class, so they may practice yoga for a long time! Maria deeply believes that we must honor the mind, body, and spirit to enlighten our self-awareness in order to live the best life we can! She teaches from a place of knowledge, strength, and joy! She is originally from Chile and moved to Florida in 2012 where she lived until moving to California. Maria has been practicing yoga since 2000 and starting teaching in 2010. Maria is 500 YTT. Maria’s classes welcome both English and Spanish speaking students!

Cheyenne is a professional baker and chef in Grover Beach, a wife and mother to 3 sons, and a local performer, singer, songwriter, and musician.   Her passion for yoga began over 20 years ago after taking what seemed like an “easy” university elective yoga course  to break up the rigor of her last quarter  as a biology major… but has since grown into the cornerstone of her holistic wellbeing and heart for service. While earning her 300 hr YTT in 2024, she has been teaching her children, family and friends for over a decade. Astrological Asana was a 4 part series she taught at Empower last year that integrates earth and cosmos based rhythms and cycles into daily yoga practice and intention setting. Her yoga teaching philosophy is to always teach from the heart, always honor the origins of yoga and its philosophy,  and to incorporate live music, mantra, or sound healing and a sense of curiosity into all of her classes. 

Carmen has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and is currently homeschooling her two children.  She believes in being a lifelong learner and has completed her 200 hour YTT.  She has been practicing yoga for nearly 15 years and counting! In her teaching, she is committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where students can explore the transformative power of asana, pranayama, and meditation. Whether flowing through dynamic sequences or finding stillness in breathwork, her goal is to guide each student toward greater self-awareness, strength, and serenity.

Tawny Newberry is a Central Coast native, certified Vinyasa & Hatha yoga teacher, nature enthusiast, and true lover of all beings. Her yogic mission is to create a space and practice that people feel empowered to generate their own energy and feel connected to their true Self to express it fully. Her approach is teaching Vinyasa and Hatha style classes that focus on proper alignment with methodical sequences that cultivate confidence and promote longevity for each student's practice. As a yogi of 15 years, she has experienced firsthand how this practice has supported her in every phase and chapter of her life, physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. She wants nothing more than to be in support of others in their life journey the same way her teachers supported her with love, connection and understanding. Namaste!