Fannie began practicing yoga in 1999 at the University of South Carolina, where a marine science teacher of hers was offering a free class. After moving to Chicago in 2001, her practice deepened under teachers Brett Coleman, Jim Bennitt, and Brenna Geehan. It became clear that the tantric practice was the path for her, and so in 2008 she sought out her teachers’ teacher, Rod Stryker of ParaYoga. This began her teacher training immersion. She became a certified yoga instructor in 2009 through Moksha Yoga Center in Chicago. She is now enrolled in ParaYoga’s Master Training program, working toward advanced certification in this lineage.
A firm believer in the power of the ancient traditions and practices of yoga, her classes combine dynamic asana work with pranayama and meditation. A lover of people and with a great interest in the human condition, her teaching is motivated by the desire to uncover the light and full potential within each of her students. In addition to teaching yoga, Fannie is a choreographer and theatre artist.