Ki Yoga is the alchemy of Eastern philosophy & Western science. Ki Yoga aims to share perennial yogic truths within the paradigm of our modern science-based Western culture. In a Ki Yoga class you'll always find philosophy supporting physiology and science supporting tradition.
The Ki Yoga approach stands on the 5 Pillars of Practice; always providing Anatomical Sequencing, Mind-Focused Theming, Myofascial Guidance Hands-On Assists, Teacher-Student Mentorship and fresh Music.Kiara ("Ki") aims to empower individuals with natural tools to reduce the health risks of stress.
The Ki Yoga approach stands on the 5 Pillars of Practice; always providing Anatomical Sequencing, Mind-Focused Theming, Myofascial Guidance Hands-On Assists, Teacher-Student Mentorship and fresh Music.Kiara ("Ki") aims to empower individuals with natural tools to reduce the health risks of stress.
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Kiara had been practicing yoga for more than a decade before she felt called to become an instructor. Yoga had helped her heal from PTSD and cancer, leaving her feeling called to share its formative healing powers with others. In 2010 she began her yoga teaching journey and has since taught across the planet to share its healing effects with the world.
All time slots have been reserved, but I'd be happy to know I can reach out if there's a cancellation. Please email me and let me know you're interested and you'll be the first I contact should an available time slot open. Please note that if the date you're requesting is not listed on the Massage page it is full and times are no longer available.
Do you work hard to live a thriving, full life? You're driven at work, you support your circle of family and friends, you're constantly crossing things off your "to-do" list, while maintaining a relatively active lifestyle? Stress is an invisible culprit and it can get the best of us. Stress has been named a health epidemic of the twenty-first century by the World Health Organization.
Learn from anywhere in the world through the online platform. Trainings include Yoga Anatomy Basics, Anatomical Sequencing, Intro to Rubber Band Method, Rubber Band Method, Theming Thru the Sutras and Business for Wellness Professionals. The Samasthala 200-hour intensive teacher-training program, allows you to become versed in a true form of Yoga.
Reviews (20)
Kelly G.
May 21, 2019
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I found Kiara, owner, and founder of KI Yoga, through Yelp and am extremely happy that I did. I had contacted a few other instructors in the Monterey County area, but Kiara and her practice stuck out for me. I wanted to book her services for a private beach session for a bachelorette. It only took me about one or two e-mails to decide that she was the one I wanted for the experience. Kiara gave us such a wonderful experience that we were already discussing having another weekend getaway and to have her teach another private lesson. She was quick to respond to e-mails or texts and the price for
Dave K.
Sep 14, 2016
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Marley O.
Jul 11, 2016
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Kiara is amazing! If you are a fitness nerd like me you will especially enjoy her vast knowledge of the human anatomy as she explain exactly what muscles you are working and why. She connects what muscles you are utilizing during your hike, with complementary Yoga. A truly amazing and educational session!
I recently tried her Mountain Yoga class and the whole time I felt as if someone needed to pinch me and bring me back to reality! An awesome hike, with Yoga sessions in between and a social (optional) gathering for a late lunch after. It was a great time, and I look forward to the next one
I recently tried her Mountain Yoga class and the whole time I felt as if someone needed to pinch me and bring me back to reality! An awesome hike, with Yoga sessions in between and a social (optional) gathering for a late lunch after. It was a great time, and I look forward to the next one
Justin P.
Jun 21, 2016
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For my wife's birthday, I booked a private Yoga lesson on the beach with Kiara.
Facts:
- Kiara responded to every email the same day I sent it, usually within a few hours
- She proactively emailed me to let me know that Google Maps changed our meeting location and would have sent us somewhere else; she provided the correct name to put in Google Maps and we got to our meeting place without a problem
- She showed up 15 minutes early to our session
- When she saw that the beach mat my wife and I brought wasn't going to be enough room for the both of us, she offered up one of her own mats
Facts:
- Kiara responded to every email the same day I sent it, usually within a few hours
- She proactively emailed me to let me know that Google Maps changed our meeting location and would have sent us somewhere else; she provided the correct name to put in Google Maps and we got to our meeting place without a problem
- She showed up 15 minutes early to our session
- When she saw that the beach mat my wife and I brought wasn't going to be enough room for the both of us, she offered up one of her own mats
T. G.
Oct 05, 2015
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I do not write a lot of Yelp reviews unless someone is awesome and Kiara absolutely was.
After a small blunder (on our part!) of showing up at the wrong beach, we got in touch with Kiara and she more than happily came to us (note: we were still at the wrong beach). She then led us in an inspiring, invigorating, and yet relaxing yoga class to honor our bachelorette. What a wonderful way to start a Saturday and weekend celebration. Kiara was a great instructor! Highly recommend.
After a small blunder (on our part!) of showing up at the wrong beach, we got in touch with Kiara and she more than happily came to us (note: we were still at the wrong beach). She then led us in an inspiring, invigorating, and yet relaxing yoga class to honor our bachelorette. What a wonderful way to start a Saturday and weekend celebration. Kiara was a great instructor! Highly recommend.
Annemarie E.
Oct 05, 2015
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Kiara led a yoga class on the beach for my friend's bachelorette party this past weekend. She was engaging, encouraging, and helped us work from whatever baseline yoga skill level we were at. She also offered this great attitude about adapting to a beach yoga practice -- yep, things get sandy! -- and making it a special session focused on my friend's engagement. She totally understood the vibe we wanted that day and created an amazing memory for us. Many thanks, Kiara!
Nathan A.
May 19, 2015
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Kiara has been coaching me in Crossfit for close to a year. I've had mobility/flexibility issues so I started going to her yoga classes as well. Kiara is incredibly well rounded in strength training and conditioning while also honoring your overall physical AND mental health. Her yoga has helped me a lot.
I've also attended a couple of her Mountain Yoga workshops now. They are an awesome blend of getting out and enjoying nature with other fitness-minded folks, while also getting the benefits of a hike and yoga practice. I highly recommend Kiara if you need help reaching any of your physical
I've also attended a couple of her Mountain Yoga workshops now. They are an awesome blend of getting out and enjoying nature with other fitness-minded folks, while also getting the benefits of a hike and yoga practice. I highly recommend Kiara if you need help reaching any of your physical
Foodie From Sf
Apr 29, 2015
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I hired Kiara for a private yoga session at a bachelorette party. It was amazing!! She arrived on time, was very professional, and provided one of the highlights of the weekend. The sequence of poses reflected what we had discussed previously - a combination between relaxing and strength training. During many of the poses she would help us stretch deeper by pushing our bodies into the stretch (she checked at the beginning to make sure everyone was okay with her adjusting them). In the laying-down pose at the end of our session she gave everyone a neck massage. It was so relaxing!
I would
I would
Heather D.
Dec 16, 2014
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Kiara has been one of my CrossFit coaches for the past 8 months and I love going to her classes. She brings a lot of enthusiasm and positive energy to the box and she has the uncanny ability to make me laugh every class and push harder and get stronger too. Kiara is extremely knowledgeable about the sport and uses this wisdom to guide athletes in safe ways. I feel lucky to be coached by Kiara and I look forward to trying one of her yoga classes soon as well.
Vinh C.
Mar 23, 2014
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Kiara is an AMAZING yoga teacher! She is not only gifted with teaching hatha yoga and other type of yoga, but she has the best words of wisdom at the end of the class. I was lucky enough to be her students at Xplore yoga and attended Hatha yoga and wine tasting at Elliston Vineyard back in June 2013!. Her class is always packed and she always has time for everyone after class. I enjoyed her teaching and especially am connected to her words and teaching! I am sad that she moved to Carmel, but I am happy that she has found a beautiful place to call home and her love of teaching yoga!
Erica M.
Mar 13, 2014
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Kiara is the BOMB! She is all of my inspirations rolled into one cute, sweet, badass package. An incredible Crossfit coach, she brings serious knowledge to the floor; demonstrating and teaching proper form like a pro. Humble in nature, you'll be blown away how a person do skilled and accomplished in her own fitness journey can also connect so easily with someone just starting to understand their body. She is also a rockin' yogini! Don't hesitate to take a class of hers at First City CrossFit or Om Oasis or work with her one on one. HIGHLY recommended!
Jennifer M.
Mar 05, 2014
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I've had the benefit of Kiara's yoga classes as well as at CrossFit*. Without a doubt, she is one of the most masterful, helpful, centered and encouraging trainers I've ever worked with. Her knowledge base command of training techniques is impressive and her enthusiasm for all fitness-related things is really quite contagious! She really pays attention to your personal kinetics and offers modifications or challenges as necessary. Her energy makes my yoga practice feel deeply satisfying, even when I struggle with poses. I always feel like a superhero (and totally worn out in the best
Kendra S.
Feb 27, 2014
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Kiara is an excellent yoga instructor. She is very calming, and her voice is soothing during practice. She reminds you to relax and release tension throughout. I have been looking for a yoga session that I enjoy in the Monterey Bay area, and found it with Kiara.
She is well-grounded, and her enthusiasm is contagious. She offers alternatives if you are like me and have limitations to some poses. She is encouraging and offers suggestions for overall wellness, including fitness, diet, and emotional.
As a CrossFit coach, she ensures proper form, and her enthusiasm, positive energy, and encouragement
She is well-grounded, and her enthusiasm is contagious. She offers alternatives if you are like me and have limitations to some poses. She is encouraging and offers suggestions for overall wellness, including fitness, diet, and emotional.
As a CrossFit coach, she ensures proper form, and her enthusiasm, positive energy, and encouragement
Ashwin M.
Feb 27, 2014
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Kiara is hands down and without a doubt the best yoga teacher I've had the privilege of practicing and studying under!
I was lucky enough to be one of her first students at Xplore Yoga and she was one of the primary drivers of my becoming an active practitioner. Her classes are defined by her phenomenally upbeat attitude, thematic coherence with asana selection, and her real time insights into the spiritual theory behind the day's practice.
At the end of a long workday, one of the hardest things to do is to find one's mat and to embrace it with the diligence that it deserves.
I was lucky enough to be one of her first students at Xplore Yoga and she was one of the primary drivers of my becoming an active practitioner. Her classes are defined by her phenomenally upbeat attitude, thematic coherence with asana selection, and her real time insights into the spiritual theory behind the day's practice.
At the end of a long workday, one of the hardest things to do is to find one's mat and to embrace it with the diligence that it deserves.
Antoinette T.
Feb 21, 2014
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What can I say about Kiara. She was my yoga instructor in the evening. I always looked forward to attending to her class to decompress and de-stress. She was very precise in her instructions, attentive, and calming. Her voice is soothing too.
Take her class. She's amazing. I was deeply sadden by her departure/move, and extremely envious of YOU who gets to enjoy her often. Take her class.
Take her class. She's amazing. I was deeply sadden by her departure/move, and extremely envious of YOU who gets to enjoy her often. Take her class.
Cathy M.
Feb 21, 2014
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Anna F.
Feb 21, 2014
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I highly recommend Kiara, she's a great yoga instructor! Her classes have the rare balance between flawless flow, hardcore fitness, and spirituality. And she took me completely out of my head during practice.
Not surprisingly, her classes were super full -- students know a good teacher when they come across one.
Enjoy her class!
Not surprisingly, her classes were super full -- students know a good teacher when they come across one.
Enjoy her class!
Candice G.
Feb 21, 2014
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Kiara is an amazing yoga teacher and is one of my favorite teachers on the Monterey Bay. I have been teaching yoga for over 8 years and have studied with many teachers both locally and out of town.
Kiara brings knowledge, experience and professionalism. Her classes are intelligent, safe and yet challenging at the same time. I cannot recommend her enough!
Kiara brings knowledge, experience and professionalism. Her classes are intelligent, safe and yet challenging at the same time. I cannot recommend her enough!
Zachary S.
Feb 21, 2014
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Fitness goddess.
Kiara exemplifies the full body, holistic training that changes people's entire approach to life.
Minds, bodies, and souls of everyone she works with fundamentally improve against all known metrics. Plus, I dare you not to have some fun just being in her awesome, awesome presence.
Kiara is the bee's knees AND the cat's pajamas.
Call that number now and take your first step in a better direction with Kiara.
Kiara exemplifies the full body, holistic training that changes people's entire approach to life.
Minds, bodies, and souls of everyone she works with fundamentally improve against all known metrics. Plus, I dare you not to have some fun just being in her awesome, awesome presence.
Kiara is the bee's knees AND the cat's pajamas.
Call that number now and take your first step in a better direction with Kiara.
Dawn A.
Feb 21, 2014
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Let's start by stating the obvious - Kiara is super personable and truly walks the talk!
Kiara is thoughtful her instruction and helpful in her personal assistance. Her verbal cues are spot on, clear and motivating. She encourages you to take chances, to explore, to play outside of your comfort zones, all while keeping safety in mind. Lastly, Kiara is simply fun, and will ensure you are having fun too - you will never take yourself too seriously or leave feeling unaccomplished. I highly recommend Kiara Fit for anyone needing motivation, or looking to round out their fitness. Beginners or
Kiara is thoughtful her instruction and helpful in her personal assistance. Her verbal cues are spot on, clear and motivating. She encourages you to take chances, to explore, to play outside of your comfort zones, all while keeping safety in mind. Lastly, Kiara is simply fun, and will ensure you are having fun too - you will never take yourself too seriously or leave feeling unaccomplished. I highly recommend Kiara Fit for anyone needing motivation, or looking to round out their fitness. Beginners or
