Tracy Bogart, E-R.Y.T., has yoga roots that stretch back to her Waldorf School kindergarden curriculum when she was introduced to Eurythmy (the art

of speaking and singing through movements and gestures that are intended to reveal to the eye what language and music bring to the ears). Tracy's personal teaching style is directly connected to these roots. She creatively emphasizes the liquid- like coordination of breath and movement, along with the direct connection of expression of oneself through the heart and the body as a whole. When she teaches (not often these days) each class unravels a unique sequence of poses designed to unleash the movement of energy within, tap into the energy around the body, and connect with the infinite space outside the room. A yoga instructor for over 24yrs, Tracy's traditional teaching experience was adopted in Southern California where she lived, studied and practiced yoga at the renowned YogaWorks in a variety of styles with teachers such as Erich Schiffmann, Chuck Miller, Maty Ezraty, Brian Kest,

Rod Stryker, Ana Forrest, Lisa Walford, Max Strom, Steve Ross and Robyn Shumacher. Looking for a way to continue studying with her teachers,

find new teachers to study with and stay close to home to raise her two daughters, Tracy opened Triangle Yoga.

Through the years she has hosted (and studied with) over three dozen master teachers at the studio.

Tracy has been Co-founder and Director of Triangle Yoga since 1995. Prior to that time, yoga was not openly accessible in

'The Triangle', and it was difficult establishing classes for the public, so in 1992 she developed yoga programs in a number

of local gyms and fitness centers thus creating a new awareness for 'the practice' in the area. In addition to Tracy's teaching,

and managerial duties at the studio she has also taught yoga to the Men's Football and Women's Lacrosse teams at UNC

Chapel Hill and to students at the American Dance Festival in Durham. Tracy is certified as an Advanced Yoga Teacher

by the White Lotus Foundation, an Advanced Yoga Alliance Teacher, in Thai Yoga Therapy with Saul David Raye and has a

certificate of completion in Anatomy and Physiology with Carol Verner's 'Form & Flow' program. As senior teacher at Triangle

Yoga, Tracy recognizes how profoundly yoga transformed her life and gave it a purpose. Grateful for everything the practice

has provided, she is dedicated to sharing her enthusiasm for as long as she can through empowering newer students,

and motivating continuing students to keep their yoga practice authentic. Email Tracy   

Click here to see some of Tracy's press         

Tracy has had two hip replacements within the last two years.

The following videos document her recovery and

the healing power of yoga.

Pre Surgery, Tracy with Rebecca Drake;

Post Surgery progress here;

1st photo taken 7 months post right hip surgery (4 days prior to the 2nd hip replacement)

and 2nd photo taken 3 months post left hip surgery.

Hannah Byrum first studied yoga while living abroad at Galway Yoga Centre in Ireland.

This Sevananda-style school gave her a firm foundation in the practices of Asana,

Pranayama, Meditation and Yoga Nidra. While living in NYC, Hannah studied at Integral

Yoga and upon returning to Chapel Hill (her home town), she continued expanding

her studies through Yin Yoga, Anusara Yoga, Bikram Yoga, and Vinyasa Yoga.

Hannah is now an Anusara Inspired Yoga Teacher. She is a graduate of the Triangle Anusara Yoga Teacher Training Program

and addditionally has completed 60 hours of Teacher Training and 30 hours of Therapy Training with Anusara Yoga founder, John Friend.

Her primary teachers are Sommer and Paul Sobin, and Lila Pierce Brown. She also travels to Massachusetts yearly to study with Senior

Certified Anusara Teacher Todd Norian. Her studies have also included a 200 hour Teacher Training in Hatha Yoga with Ti Harmony and

workshops with Desiree Rumbaugh, Betsey Downing, Gabriel Halpern, Seane Corn, Patty Townsend, Sarah Powers, and Paul Grilley,

Angela Farmer and Victor VanKooten.  Email Hannah

Scott Campbell took his first yoga class in Texas almost 35 years ago. Although fascinated by the experience, he detoured to L.A. for a career in acting, and amidst the craziness, explored the relationship between the mind, body, and the emotions. Seeking balance in his life, he returned to yoga some 7 years ago and used his practice to heal, ground, deepen, and expand what he learned as an actor. He is a student and teacher of Taoism and Tibetan Buddhism as well as Indian styles of yoga. His teaching reflects the eclectic mix of his background, using what works to help each student to uncover and move closer to their truth and the peace that eventually comes. Email Scott

Lisa is a graduate of the YogaWorks 200 hour Teacher Training program hosted by Triangle Yoga in July 2009. Before teaching yoga, Lisa worked in the philanthropic sector and holds a MA in International Relations from Tufts University. When not on the mat she can be found spending time with her English Bulldog, Louie, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers. Email Lisa

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Her classes are not about rigid discipline or intense striving;

she teaches the poses as a means to explore and study

our inner selves. She sees yoga as being about the empowerment of our inner being through the vehicle of our personal body--an internal exploration, a journey, a continual unfolding and revelation of our true self. Email Molly

Please contact Rebecca for private lessons, choreography,

or performance.

Email Rebecca.

Rebecca Drake, Certified Vinyasa Flow Teacher, began practicing yoga with Tracy Bogart while attending the American Dance Festival in 1999. Rebecca has had the privilege of studying with many master teachers,

and has been deeply influenced by Sarah Powers, Shiva Rea, Andrey Lappa, and Tracy Bogart (her mentor).

She is committed to everyone in her classes, and aspires to create a safe and supportive environment

for her students. She has a sweet sense of humor, and encourages a playful approach to practice,

while gently and lovingly challenging her students.

Rebecca was the first Aerial Dance teacher in North Carolina, and continues to teach Aerial fabric technique to students of all levels at Triangle Yoga. She specializes in Aerial Dance choreography, having had her work performed by varied artists such as Archipelago Theatre, Playmakers Repertory Company, and the Carolina Friends School dance program. She also has performed at the NC Museum of Art, Fletcher Opera Theater,

and National Music Festivals.

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Click here for info about the Aerial Dance Session and her Yoga Classes.

View some photos from Rebecca's Aerial Class

View Rebecca's article in 'Fit Yoga'

Amy brings a lightness and sense of humor to all of her classes. She aims to create a safe atmosphere in class where students are encouraged to work within their own limits and to practice mindfully in a way that nurtures one's own body, mind and soul. She views yoga as a tool to explore and open the body, mind and spirit, and practices Vipassana Meditation which she credits for keeping her (fairly) sane. When not teaching, she is using her yoga practice to help her with the journey of being a new mom. Check out her Prenatal class and email Amy  

Elaina Howard took up yoga at age 15, with a VHS tape in her family’s living room. She was hooked early on. Her first live class was an Ashtanga Yoga class at the University of Texas. Practicing in a group was a new joy, and ever since Elaina has valued the community that comes along with a public yoga class just as much as the introspective, personal nature of yoga. Her classes reflect these values. Elaina keeps things challenging but lighthearted. She encourages laughter, and experimentation with interesting postures. Her classes often include pranayama and meditation, emphasizing the quiet, internal aspects of a yoga practice. Certified in Hatha Yoga since 2007, she has studied with Russell Case, Mary Flinn, Christina Sell, Manju Jois and David Swenson. Sri K Pattabhi Jois and David Swenson are two of her greatest inspirations. Recently, Elaina and her husband moved back to Chapel Hill from Austin Texas, where she lived for five years, and received a PhD in Neuroscience. Email Elaina.

'Mula Bandha' The application of Mula Bandha means drawing up the muscles of the perineum. Although difficult, one practices contracting and relaxing the whole of the pelvic floor until muscle tone is gained. The importance of Mula Bandha is the foundation for core strength in the body. On a psychic level, the contraction of Mula Bandha also activates the base chakra, muladhara. This is the chakra for spiritual awakening and earth energy, and its activation can lead to rapid progress in the spiritual

aspects of yoga when the energy released is channelled in the right direction.