Who we are

This generic stock photo of yoga mats should tell you everything you need to know.

JK.

Eight Limbs is a community-first yoga studio for real people with real bodies, and real schedules. Classes are thoughtful, playful, and accessible. Instructors are friendly, approachable, knowledgable and supportive.

In addition to our schedule of yoga classes, we’ll offer workshops, community events, and a variety of other moments to deepen your practice. IRL human interaction, in a space that feels safe and inviting, led by compassionate, down to earth people who want to see you succeed.

(We promise we’ll get better photos once we’re open.)

Yoga mats and blocks set up in a studio with a wooden wall and a small lamp in the background.

Meet the Team

Founder. 500-hr RYT

Justin began his yoga teaching journey at The Yoga Space in Portland, OR under the tutelage of Michele Loew. Mostly, he just really likes yoga and wants to share it with as many people as he can.

What brought you to teaching yoga? Peer pressure? I completed my 200-hr with Michele and Ian LeMasters, and was offered a Community Class time slot that grew to more regular classes and eventually a studio manager position. After The Yoga Space closed, I decided I wasn’t done teaching and really enjoyed sharing yoga with others, especially beginners, so I started teaching and subbing around town at different studios. Eventually I was inspired to open Eight Limbs and build this community.

Favorite line from the Yoga Sutras of Patañjali? “For those grounded in truthfulness, every action and its consequences are imbued with truth.” II.36

Justin Garcidiaz

500-hr RYT

Kate Sumanoharan began her Yoga journey in 2005 with an Ashtanga practice in Reno, NV. After more than twenty years in the IT field, she transitioned to teaching Yoga, finding in it both personal healing and a way to support others on their own paths.

She completed her 500-hour training with Michele Loew, whose teachings, along with those of Ian LeMasters, inspired her to deepen her study and dedication to Yoga. Kate is currently studying trauma-informed Yoga Therapy with Sarahjoy Marsh while continuing her mentorship with Michele.

Rooted in Hatha Yoga, Kate teaches with a focus on cultivating equanimity, compassion, loving-kindness and joy. She is dedicated to nurturing presence within individuals and supporting a positive contribution to the collective consciousness

Kate Sumanoharan

We have even more amazing instructors lined up, but it seemed like more fun to reveal those later, so you have something to get excited about in the coming days! ;)

Coming soon…

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