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Hello, I am Valencia, the proud owner and creator of the Rhythm of Yoga studio. The Rhythm of Yoga is in the heart of Cheltenham, MD.
I am a certified yoga therapist and yoga teacher experienced in facilitating private and group yoga therapy sessions and yoga class instructions. I earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Yoga Therapy at Maryland University of Integrative Health.
After serving in the United States Air Force for over 20 years, fitness became an everyday part of my life. I took my first Hatha Yoga class in 2005, and I immediately knew it was the path I wanted to pursue in my retirement years. I continued to take yoga classes, and in 2010, I began yoga teacher’s training at Pure Prana Yoga Studio, Alexandria, VA. I received my 200-hour certification in 2011. I also earned certifications to instruct children from K to 12. I specialize in small group settings and private sessions. I can cater to a wide range of clients.

Specialties
  • Private and Group Yoga Therapy
  • Yoga for Children (7 to 17 years old)
  • Beginner’s Yoga
  • Stress Management
  • Group and Private yoga sessions
 
Certifications
  • Pure Prana Yoga Studio, Foundational Teacher Training, February 2011
  • YoKids Teacher Training Program, November 2012 Every Kid’s Yoga Program, January 2015
 
Memberships
​     The International Association of Yoga Therapists
     Yoga Alliance  

Training Requirement
     First Aid/CPR, February 2025