LIZ BRENT-MALDONADO
She/They
Vinsaya Flow
Hatha Flow
Restorative
Yoga Nidra
What is something that would surprise me about you?
I have a rare neurological condition called Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS). I’m writing a book about living with this invisible condition my whole life, finally being diagnosed in 2021, and resources for anyone else living with VSS.
What can I expect from your class?
I love asking folks to slow down and pay attention to details and transitions. I aim to create an environment where students can explore how their bodies move and what builds stability and openness for them. As a meditation teacher, I weave in mindfulness techniques, stillness, quiet, and rest wherever it makes sense. I support students with both a steady presence and a lighthearted attitude of “Let’s have a little fun!”
What is the most essential part of practice for you?
Consistency and letting go of perfectionism. Whether it’s five minutes a day or a 90-minute practice once a week, Yoga is about the long term. What benefits will I see if I’m more gentle and consistent? Realizing that I want to be able to move in my later years has helped me let go of some of the perfectionistic “push” and give myself more grace and freedom.
Liz Brent-Maldonado (she/they) began exploring Yoga when they were 10 years old.
Liz tried poses from Mary Stewart’s book “Yoga for Children” and began practicing daily.
As a young adult, Yoga was their home base as they trained as an athlete, dancer, and choreographer.
After moving to San Francisco in 2009, Liz began taking studio classes more regularly, and in 2015, completed their 200-hour Yoga teacher training at Yoga Mayu.
Liz has been teaching ever since. They just completed the 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training program with HaumSF in Oct. 2024 and will be a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher as of Feb. 2025.
Liz is also a visual artist, writer, and would rather be out in nature. All of Liz’s work can be found at: https://sparkle.vision
What is something that would surprise me about you?
I have a rare neurological condition called Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS). I’m writing a book about living with this invisible condition my whole life, finally being diagnosed in 2021, and resources for anyone else living with VSS.
What can I expect from your class?
I love asking folks to slow down and pay attention to details and transitions. I aim to create an environment where students can explore how their bodies move and what builds stability and openness for them. As a meditation teacher, I weave in mindfulness techniques, stillness, quiet, and rest wherever it makes sense. I support students with both a steady presence and a lighthearted attitude of “Let’s have a little fun!”
What is the most essential part of practice for you?
Consistency and letting go of perfectionism. Whether it’s five minutes a day or a 90-minute practice once a week, Yoga is about the long term. What benefits will I see if I’m more gentle and consistent? Realizing that I want to be able to move in my later years has helped me let go of some of the perfectionistic “push” and give myself more grace and freedom.
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Liz Brent-Maldonado (she/they) began exploring Yoga when they were 10 years old.
Liz tried poses from Mary Stewart’s book “Yoga for Children” and began practicing daily.
As a young adult, Yoga was their home base as they trained as an athlete, dancer, and choreographer.
After moving to San Francisco in 2009, Liz began taking studio classes more regularly, and in 2015, completed their 200-hour Yoga teacher training at Yoga Mayu.
Liz has been teaching ever since. They just completed the 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training program with HaumSF in Oct. 2024 and will be a certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher as of Feb. 2025.
Liz is also a visual artist, writer, and would rather be out in nature. All of Liz’s work can be found at: https://sparkle.vision