instructors

Talei began her Yoga practice in London before moving to the US.  She completed her 200-hour teacher training with The Bodhi School in 2008 and has been teaching ever since. During her time studying with Charlotte’s Holistic Yoga Therapy Institute she has explored and learned about a variety of styles of yoga ranging from Restorative, Ashtanga, Para, Kundalini and Yin, to name a few. Also during this time she has deepened her Yoga Therapy studies.  She is an ERYT-500 Yoga Teacher, 100hr Meditation Teacher. She also teachers 200hr and 300hr Yoga Teacher Trainings and Paddle Board Yoga.

She can be found mainly teaching at Your Karma in downtown Mooresville.

I love how yoga makes me feel! Once you start breathing and moving your body, you will crave more.  I have been teaching for about 20 years in the US, Canada and Bermuda. Sharing my passion for yoga has been a journey that I continue to share with kids, athletes, the elderly and regular adults with aches and pains.  Yoga is for EVERY body!!!

Mary has been immersed in the practice and study of yoga for the past 20 years. Beginning with her first class, she fell in love with the transformation yoga created in her body and mind. She completed her 230 hour teaching certification in the Anusara system in 2008 and completed her 500 hour certification with Urban Bliss yoga in 2020.  She continues to study with several prominent teachers, including Christina Sell, Rod Stryker, and Kia Miller.  She has also completed several years of Ayurveda training led by Cate Stillman.   Mary teaches in an encouraging manner which includes an emphasis on alignment with sequencing strategies to help students progress in their individual practices. She incorporates breath work and meditation into most of her classes.  When not teaching yoga, Mary relishes spending time with her family, pets, and friends. She also enjoys tennis, the mountains, reading, and long walks.

Suffering from severe anxiety,depression & insomnia in my 30’s,I found my way to yoga. Falling in love with the practice immediately, I found yoga gave me the tools to regain control of my life. 

After  practicing for several years & wanting to share this gift with  others, I went on to complete my 200-hour teacher training in 2015. 

My goal as a teacher has always been making yoga accessible for all. I’ve been teaching chair yoga for several years now & I really love it! A chair yoga practice allows accessibility to EVERY BODY, no matter your size, age or mobility!   

I want people to know yoga doesn’t have to be complicated  

Anyone  can do yoga, there are no requirements. All you need is the desire  to want to move and feel better. Feel better about yourself and the body  you are in. This is not a weight-loss regiment. It’s to feel better, move more and connect to oneself.

Dawn discovered the transformative power of yoga on her journey to recovery from PTSD. She believes in the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, which fuels her mission to share the gift of yoga with all. 

After finding renewal through yoga, EMDR therapy, and the support of West Church, Dawn was inspired to spread the healing she had found. This led her to complete a 200-hour teacher training, and she now strives to create inclusive community experiences that foster growth and connection. 

Dawn seeks to make the practice of yoga accessible to everyone, believing that it holds the potential to heal and transform lives, just as it did hers.

I found my “Yin to my Yang” when I completed my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training at Urban Bliss School of Yoga in July, 2015.  Practicing Yoga has been a healing journey for me, and I feel blessed sharing this beautiful practice to all levels.  I teach a variety of classes including Deep Stretch, Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Baptiste, and Hot Power Flow, and Meditation. 

“Yoga vows- Be patient to your restlessness. Be kind to your body. Be grateful for the opportunity of being here just now.  Feel driven by the unique chance to learn a little more, to know yourself a little deeper.” 

Lisa is a yoga teacher and the social media manager of Give Yoga NC.

She sees Yoga as this lovely way of opening our eyes, helping us evolve in our self awareness and invite love and gratitude into our lives. Lisa had her “aha” moment about three years ago, when inner peace was hard to find and decided to take her Yoga practice more seriously. She took two 200hr Teacher Trainings and is now pursuing her 500hr RYT with her mentor, (and one of our own) Ms Talei Allen! Her goal as a teacher is to guide you into this self love exploration and maybe even bear witness to your “aha” moment.

Leslie  has been a fitness instructor for over 10 years including chair fitness, strength and step aerobics. She  has practiced yoga for many years and recently completed her 200 hr YTT with Talei Allen.  

She believes yoga is for ANY and EVERYONE and it is so much more than an exercise class!  It is an opportunity to slow down, to connect with what matters, to challenge yourself and to grow.   Her goal is to inspire others to move in a way that is right for them and to discover the benefits it will bring! 

Dominique Davis is a highly experienced mindfulness expert with over 7 years of teaching experience. She specializes in creating supportive and nurturing environments by incorporating her expertise in mindful movement and trauma-informed yoga. Dominique is committed to fostering emotional resilience and promoting inclusivity, ensuring safe spaces for individuals from all backgrounds and demographics. With a deep understanding of mindfulness practices, she navigates professional spaces with empathy, awareness, and a strong dedication to creating meaningful connections. 

Yoga and holistic healing have become a big part of Kaili’s life through deep study, exploration, and lived experience. Along the way, she fell in love with Ayurveda and the way it helps us care for body, mind, and spirit. She’s come to see how beautifully yoga and Ayurveda support each other—and how powerful these practices can be when we take them off the mat and into everyday life.

Kaili teaches from an intuitive, grounded place, weaving ancient traditions with modern understanding. She believes that the wisdom we seek is already within us—and feels honored to hold space and be part of your journey toward balance, clarity, and connection.

Kayla Corbin is a 200-hour trained yoga teacher, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), and is passionate about empowering others to cultivate healthy habits and create sustainable, meaningful lifestyle changes. With a background in coaching and a heart for holistic wellness, Kayla brings a supportive, growth-oriented approach to both the mat and her work in the community.

In Kayla’s classes, you can expect ever-evolving flows set to fun, vibey playlists that keep things fresh and energizing. She weaves in elements of growth mindset, visualization, and intrinsic motivation—encouraging students to connect inward, move mindfully, and challenge themselves with curiosity and intention.

Kayla lives in Davidson with her husband, Trent, 3-year-old son, Hayes, and their rescue pup, Cash. Outside of teaching and coaching, you’ll often find Kayla adventuring in the mountains with her family, exploring local coffee shops, practicing yoga, or training for her next half marathon.”

Yoga first entered my life through runners’ yoga, helping me slow down and connect with my breath. Over time and especially through motherhood, it became a transformative journey of stillness, strength, and self-discovery. I completed my 200-hour certification through Chakra Flow University at the Whitewater Center this past October, and I’m so excited to flow with GiveYogaNC and share the many benefits of yoga!