Alene Moyer

she/her
RYT 200, Certified Accessible/Chair Yoga, Certified Yoga for Seniors

Alene’s yoga journey started with Iyengar more than 24 years ago to help reduce work-related stress. She soon discovered yoga’s many benefits, and after many years of exploring various styles, completed her 200-hr teacher training at YCC in 2024 with an emphasis on alignment-based Hatha yoga. Alene's goals in class are to make every student feel a sense of joy, curiosity, and upliftment as we explore the practice together with compassion and humor. Alene is certified in accessible/chair yoga through the Accessible Yoga School and completed a certification in Yoga for Seniors based on the program developed at Duke University’s School of Integrative Medicine. She currently co-directs YCC’s Community Yoga Class Series and teaches ‘Chair-Enhanced Flow’ in Takoma Park. When she is not on her yoga mat, Alene enjoys mat and reformer Pilates, strength training, long walks, backyard birdwatching, mystery novels, and learning about Ayurvedic cooking.

Kelly's Blog Articles

Why take Yoga Teacher Training Now?

Practicing yoga is an act of social resistance. When society continues to push and say, more consumption, more things, more busy, much faster, and no need to think of others’ welfare, to slow down and really feel is an act of rebellion.

Yoga in the Wild

My nephew recently graduated from college. He went to James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA, so we went down to help him celebrate with his family. It is an exciting time to see his promise and potential, and we drove home on Skyline Drive. Taking the scenic route home reminded me that we do not have to go far to have wonderful experiences. This summer, celebrate with the Yoga Center. If you are traveling somewhere near or far, snap a pic of yourself in a yoga pose, then follow and tag us on social media. We are @The Yoga Center of Columbia on Facebook and @Columbiayoga on Instagram.

Steadfast and Strong in Spring

“I am beginning to despair and can see only two choices: either go crazy or turn holy.”

― Adélia Prado, The Alphabet in the Park: Selected Poems

What does yoga practice have to offer us in times of great chaos? Among other things, stability, grounding, connection, will power, and perspective.

Embracing Change

There is an excitement in the air. With springtime comes a wondrous shift in nature as the flowers bloom in waves, and temperatures warm as we approach the summer solstice. There is a shift at the Yoga Center also …

You Belong Here

In our kick-off Yoga Teacher Incubation Space, Lauren Vint shared with us a quote from Yoga Teacher Max Strom, and I am paraphrasing here: a good friend is more healing than a chemist. I just love this because it is so true. Having someone you trust that you can talk to is so precious.

Earth Day Meditation

Celebrate Earth Day with Kelly Fisher and the Yoga Center of Columbia. Enjoy this free guided meditation.

Bloom Where You Are Planted

“Bloom where you are planted.” I first heard this phrase above from esteemed yoga teacher Betsy Downing from Garden of the Heart Yoga in Florida. The phrase is evocative for me.

How do you celebrate love?

Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, it is a season of love. At the Yoga Center of Columbia, we provide classes, workshops, and trainings that offer love and support to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. But what does that mean truly?

Evolution

The Yoga Center of Columbia is a force of nature. It is one of the largest yoga studios on the east coast and its 31 year history is a testament to the power of these mindfulness practices and the strength of our community.

Team Practice

I loved two sports when I was a kid, gymnastics and softball…
Reflections by Kelly Fisher

Magnanimity of Mind

Magnimity of Mind and the elements of change.

The Yoga Center Makes The World a Little Brighter

The Yoga Center of Columbia made a big shift in June of 2023. Read more about it here.