Caryn Palmier has taught Ashtanga yoga privately in New York City for 20 years. She is a highly experienced teacher, specializing in one-to-one individualized sessions.

Caryn is registered with the Yoga Alliance as an E-RYT 500 and YACEP, a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, and is CPR certified. She studied in the Krishnamacharya lineage of Iyengar and Ashtanga Yoga, and studied in Mysore, India with K. Pattabhi Jois at the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute. Caryn has expertise in both alignment precision asana and breath-centered rhythmic vinyasa.

Caryn’s rich knowledge, attention to detail and strong sense of integrity guide her clients through the exploration of asana, pranayama, bandha, drishti and meditation.

With an emphasis on proper alignment, Caryn gives sensitive yet powerful adjustments, creating anatomical repatterning that integrates strength with balanced flexibility. Her articulate instruction and keen eye for individual needs facilitate personal transformation. She works with her clients to build self-awareness through the breath, and for those recovering from injury she provides a personalized therapeutic practice.

Since 2003, Caryn has shared her insight through teaching private sessions in homes, offices, health clubs, studios, hotels, vacation destinations and online. Her clients include professionals in the music and entertainment industries, fashion designers, attorneys, athletes and many others in search of renewed energy and a respite from the pressures of life in New York City.