Dorcas Quynn McWilliams, RYT: Founder, owner and director, Dorcas has been dedicated to yoga since late 1999 and has had the privilege of practicing around the world with teachers in the United States, India, Nepal, and New Zealand. She has trained in a variety of styles including Iyengar, Ashtanga, Anusara and Vinyasa Yoga. Dorcas has studied with little known and well known teachers such as Baron Baptiste, Lisa Black, and Shiva Rea and received her Registered Yoga Teacher Certificate from Down Dog Yoga in Georgetown, DC. She is a member of the Yoga Alliance and has an extensive background in martial arts, fitness and personal training, but has truly found her passion in practicing and teaching yoga. Dorcas teaches an invigorating class, safely encouraging you to step right to your edge and honor your body by breathing, moving and listening. When she isn't in the studio, Dorcas cruises around town selling houses and running www.DQHomes.com. Ultimately, she lives to travel the world and be barefoot in the sun! Email DQ.
Kristina Molinari, Studio Coordinator & Teacher, is an integral part of Sol Yoga. She has been a student of yoga since the late nineties, training in San Francisco, Los Angeles and now on her home turf again. Naturally gifted as a teacher, Kristina effortlessly guides students through thoughtful sequences & relaxing postures. Her background of dance, her passion for yoga & her ability to listen to her students all shine through in each class. In addition to teaching, she volunteers to keep the studio running smoothly behind the scenes, taking all our registrations, coordinating the schedule & and leaving her beautiful voice on our message, just to name a few things. Her energy is uplifting & she’s truly a gift to the studio. Email Kristina.
Jan Faulkner, An inspiring teacher, Jan has a gift of sharing her multitude of life experiences on the mat, creating fun, soothing and joyous sessions. Yoga found Jan in 2002 and she’s been hooked ever since. In addition to her extensive and ongoing self study, Jan has enjoyed trainings with Sean Corne and has completed a 200 hour teacher training at Charm City Yoga in Baltimore, Md. Jan stays grounded by digging in the dirt and knowing everything there is to know about plants as she balances her business, Tropical Plant Outfitters while teaching yoga all over the county! Busy as can be, but you wont know it in her relaxing classes.
Eva Rosvold, During her many years in the fast-paced world of politics and government, Eva kept her mind and her body in top form by adhering to a regular running regimen and by practicing Yoga. She learned first-hand that focusing on fitness, no matter how busy or harried she got, was a life saver. Eva traded in the world of power politics and founded Fundamental Fitness in 2004 to empower others with the tools and knowledge that worked so well for her. Eva received her personal training certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and Yoga training with YogaFit. She is an experienced long distance and trail runner, hiker, and backpacker, and has completed several marathons and ultra-marathons, including a 100-mile race. In the 2004 North American Ultra List published by Ultra Running Magazine she was ranked in both the 50K and 100 mile distances.
Marge Ely, RYT, came to yoga like many of us do—seeking balance and relaxation from her career as a professional photographer. Studying Power & Iyengar Yoga in her former home of Dallas, Texas, Marge fell in love with the practice. When she moved to New Market, she wanted to take her yoga to the next level. With the support of her loving family, she snuck away for a month long teacher training intensive at Frog Lotus Yoga in N. Adams, MA. Now a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200). Some of your have experienced her sneaky style! She’s sooooo relaxing and calming, that you won’t realize the workout you’ve gotten until you are on your way home! Meet Marge on Friday nights in New Market and get your weekend started calm. Check out her work at www.margeely.com
Kimberly Kuhn started practicing yoga in the early 90's while living in Los Angeles, CA.  Over the years she has practiced a variety of styles of yoga and found that vinyasa flow speaks to her mind, body, and spirit and has deeply influenced her life on and off the mat. Kim has studied with great teachers including Angela Farmer, Saul David Raye, Eric Schiffmann, Desiree Raumbaugh, and Sean Corne and is presently in the process of completing her Prana Vinyasa Flow yoga teacher training with Shiva Rea. Off the mat Kim is a clinical social worker in private practice providing psychotherapy for adolescents and adults in Winchester, VA and Frederick, MD. She has found that yoga has influenced her work and her work in life influences her teaching!  As a result, Kim teaches beautifully fluid, smooth classes full of breath work and appropriate challenges. She seamlessly integrates mind, body and spirit, creating an opportunity for self-discovery & growth in her students.
Lane Bruchey, RYT, has been a dedicated yogini for over eight years, training in various styles such as Kripalu, Bikram, Ananda, Anusara, and Vinyasa Yoga. She completed her 200-hour teaching certification in Kripalu Yoga in March 2007 and is thrilled to be sharing her passion. For Lane, the yoga mat is a space for joyful self-inquiry and expression, an opportunity to go deep into the body and discover its secrets. She hopes her gentle classes provide a sacred space for her students to find a home inside themselves. Lane also takes her yoga off the mat and into the traditional classroom, where she has been teaching ESL around the globe for over six years.
Erin Sprague Accidentally and serendipitously, Erin stumbled upon yoga at a time in her life when she was literally and figuratively running all over the place. “I found yoga at a moment in my life when I needed a tool to be calm in my own body, life and mind. My first yoga class I felt like I had been introduced to the real journey that needed to go on inside of me. It felt like the perfect integration of spirituality and physical release.”   Many years since that moment, Erin has practiced with many local and international teachers and has embarked on a teaching path that allows her to share her passion with others.  Erin loves connecting with people and community and will have you sweating, laughing and loving your yoga experience right from the beginning. “If I had a hope of something that people would take away from yoga it would be self-acceptance - accepting where they are in their yoga practice, in their lives, in their bodies, etc.”
Debra Spotts, RYT, comes to Sol Yoga as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) through Yoga Alliance. In 2007 she completed Level 5, the highest level of training available through YogaFit. She is certified to teach Yoga for Kids and Yoga for Seniors and currently teaches Wheelchair Yoga at an area nursing home. Deb also has more than 30 years of dance experience as a certified dance instructor through Dance Masters of America. She is a former dance and Yoga studio owner and currently teaches all styles of dance to children and adults. Deb offers her services to community outreach programs, hospitals, nursing homes, senior centers, women's groups, dance studios, and fitness centers.
Marilyn has been a truly dedicated student of yoga since 1996. Her research into the various forms of yoga has led to the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in the tradition of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore, India. Her teaching preparation is ongoing and has included study with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, as well as Annie Pace, Tim Miller, and Gary Damsky, senior ashtanga practitioners in the United States. Additionally she has several years of experience in Iyengar yoga and also enjoys freestyle Vinyasa Flow Yoga. Marilyn has taught yoga in Denver, Colorado and the local area since 1998. Her classes are dynamic, smooth and graceful. You'll leave feeling inspired by Marilyn's practice and calmed by your own. Off her mat, Marilyn lives a life flying around the world!
Jennifer Holiday, RYT, is a school teacher by profession and received her yoga certification at Charm City Yoga in Baltimore. Jennifer teaches a smooth and soothing yoga flow for all levels and aims to help students realize that serenity is inside each of us and yoga helps us access it. As a new mom, Jennifer is enjoying her beautiful son Tyson and easing her way back into teaching.
Kandi Austin, RYT completed her 10 month, 200 hour, Yoga teacher training at Yoga Center of Columbia in October 2007. She continues her education with workshops in Yoga Nidra and shoulder clinics with Debbie Jensen and clinics with Marion Griffin and Diego del Sol. Shes completed 16 hours of Sanskrit training with Vyass Houston founder of the American Sanskrit Institute. "Sanskrit is as much like music as language, bringing the mind into a beautiful flow." You may find laughter in some of her classes as she integrates 12 hours of training in Laughter Yoga with Karen Ricagno. It is her goal to lead you on a beautiful journey of transformation, as she leads her classes through the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of yoga. With a reflective attitude, mindfullness and balance, she connects with students hearts, inspiring them to express their yoga from the inside out.
Julie Kaus Yoga found Julie in 2001. She completed her Anusara teacher training in 2003 and has been a psychotherapist for over 15 years. She incorporates “a journey to self” approach into both disciplines. She enjoys sharing the joy of yoga and teaching students the many physical, mental and spiritual benefits of yoga philosophy and practice. Julie is, also, a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists and is a Life Force Level I Yoga Practitioner. For more info go to www.livingbalanced.org
Carla McAdams Kripalu Certified teacher Carla McAdams will be joining our staff to offer yoga for moms to be. Carla has received her 500 hour professional yoga teaching certification in addition to her certification in Pre-Natal Yoga. Teaching has been a part of her life for over 15 years as a certified fitness instructor with 11 years of experience as well as a Masters Degree in Education and 15 years teaching elementary and middle school.
Kristen Townsend is a competitive figure skater that discovered yoga as a result of a knee injury. She’s never looked back and has spent several years practicing & studying yoga and pilates and offers a challenging, informative, practice. She is a certified Pilates Mat Teacher and incorporates lots of core strengthening into her classes. Currently pursing her teacher training certification with Shiva Rea, she is always pulsing with energy!
Linda Pruce On her 30th birthday, Linda took a leap of intuition and went from being a speech therapist to a full time mom with a strong interest in alternative health, wellness and spiritual paths. While living in New York, she explored various styles of yoga to keep her sane in the midst of studying for and earning her holistic health counseling certification. Soon after, she moved to Frederick with her husband and two daughters and found new doors opening. Linda began a home yoga practice and turned her attention toward women’s empowerment work. Today, she facilitates special women’s workshops, both publicly and privately in homes and is co-creator of Sol Yoga’s popular Moon Lounge. An author in the works, check out her wonderful, light hearted and insightful blog: www.enterthecircle.com
Maren Voss comes to Sol Yoga with years of teaching experience and hundreds of hours of training. She has taught a flowing style of yoga for the past 7 years that encourages grace and expression. She loves this style as it brings joy to the heart and helps to focus the mind in preparation for relaxation. To deepen her understanding and training, she has studied the Iyengar method, a disciplined and anatomy specific approach to yoga asana. This focused training over the past 3 years has emphasized correct action and safety in yoga asana and consequently her teaching of yoga fundamentals. Maren has 400 hours of teacher training in yoga with special training in Prenatal yoga and also possesses a Masters Degree in Psychology. She regularly teaches psychology and stress management courses at the community college. Off the mat and out of the classroom, Maren chases her 4 children!

Lori Love is a ball of fantastic energy and teaches a variety of styles and classes throughout Maryland, including spin, pilates and yoga. She has trained with Shiva Rea and is pursuing her Teaching Certification.

Ricky Rodriguez is trained to teach Baron Baptiste’s Vinyasa Flow. He leads a playful and invigorating class that will challenge your body and make the sweat roll!

Heather Whittington is a certified Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Practitioner. She teaches one on one sessions as well as group meditation and stress reduction courses. She has a calming voice, a charming presence and a lifetime of experiences to share.

Jenn Wilhelm, CYT emphasizes the integration of breath, alignment, movement and awareness. She's been teaching for more than 6 years in the spirit of Anusara and Iyengar Yoga and offers her students a deep, thoughtful and relaxing practice. She has studied with internationally honored teachers and inspired local teacher, James Nicholas. Jenn is currently practicing Thai Yoga Bodywork while pursuing a Master's in Science in Occupational Therapy. She shares her practice with son, Cole.

Studio Helpers
Without an official "staff", sol yoga survives by help from our wonderful volunteers that keep things running smoothly. Special Thanks to Kristina Molinari, studio coordinator, Anthony Ferro, Kandi Austin, Jenni Benson, Claire Winik, Alice McWha, Pat Quynn, Charity Ring, Angie Tressler, Linda Pruce, Meredith McAdam and Erin Sprague.

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