All of our teachers are certified in their field of expertise.
Alison Rubin, Director of Harmony Yoga
Alison has practiced Yoga since 1972, and has taught since 1984. She is registered as an ERYT 500 with
Yoga Alliance, and continues her studies with leading instructors from around the
world. Alison has practiced Yoga since 1972, and has taught since 1984. Alison's teaching style is eclectic, with a strong emphasis on precision of alignment and philosophy. Her instructors have been many, including those from the Iyengar tradition, as well as Rodney Yee, Eric Schiffmann and John Friend. She loves to weave the philosophy of yoga into her classes and strives to practice it in her life, moment by moment. For further information or questions, Alison
can be reached at (509) 747-4430.
Brit Penberthy
Brit has been practicing yoga since 1980 and teaching in Spokane since 1999. Her eclectic approach is
recognized for being personal, grounded, practical, and fun. She seeks to connect each pose and class to the unique
and changing needs of her students. Brit continues to be an avid student of various yoga traditions and is richly
rewarded when those who study with her experience the joy of yoga both on and off the mat. Brit can
be reached at (509) 458-3263.
Jackie Kittel
Jackie is a dedicated teacher of the Iyengar method of yoga and a registered
teacher with Yoga Alliance. She began studying yoga in 1990 and teaching in 1994.
She has successfully completed the first assessment towards Iyengar certification.
She combines her yoga training with knowledge and experience gained as an
occupational therapist. Jackie presents an always challenging class with clarity,
precision and compassion. Jackie's number is (509) 535-7369.
Cara Wright
Cara has practiced yoga since 1994 and started teaching in 1999. Through her years of
yogic training she has created a style all her own. Her teaching begins with an Iyengar
foundation and deepens into the subtleties of yoga, including energy work and breath
work. She specializes in prenatal and postnatal yoga. She adds to that her experience
of being a trained birth doula since 2002. Cara loves to create an environment in her
classes where people can learn about themselves in a deeper way and begin to
understand their true potential. Cara can be reached at (509) 998-1198.
Judy Sugg
Judy has practiced Yoga since 1981 and began teaching in 1992. She has
studied a variety of styles of yoga, including Iyengar and Ashtanga, and strives to incorporate
the most effective aspects of each in her teaching. Judy recently completed her Ph.D. in
psychology, focusing on the psychology and philosophy of yoga. She is a registered teacher
(ERYT-500) with Yoga Alliance. Judy can be reached at (509) 624-2117.
Laura Markmann
Laura, Certified Nia instructor, has been teaching Nia since 1997. Her background
includes African & modern dance, yoga, and other movement styles. She loves the art
of teaching and witnessing the joy of movement in her students. Laura can be
reached at (509) 535-4517.
Zoe Smith Zoe has been practicing yoga since 1998 and began teaching in 2007. She is currently in the process of obtaining her Yoga Alliance Certification. In 2002, while recovering from work related injuries, she started practicing Restorative Yoga and has included it in her regular practice ever since. She has found that whether practiced alone or in combination with an active yoga practice, Restorative Yoga provides great stress relief, contributing to a more peaceful, balanced life. Zoe can be reached at (509) 276-5177.
