It’s my personal belief that everyone's yoga journey begins with their first breath, arriving at body, or perhaps even before then. When one becomes aware they are on this path it’s simply a matter of time & perseverance.

Around 2003 I stepped into what I knew as my first yoga class. I was recovering from a traumatic brain surgery that left me chronically disabled - I was 14 years old at the time. It was not hot yoga, but a style based in energy work similar to Kundalini or Qi Gong. It was my first experience in what I knew then as yoga, & had tremendous effects on my physical recovery & depression. Later, in 2008 I would begin my hot yoga practice with Bikram yoga, this time I was 19 & mostly recovered from my surgeries with the exception of chronic nerve damage. I always enjoyed being physical & competitive, & at that first class I knew this was going to change my life.

After about 7 years of practice I found myself going through yet another brain surgery in 2013 - this was to be my 3rd operation. Previously I worked in the trades as a metal fabricator & welder, however this last surgery would usher me into my new occupation as a yoga teacher. In 2014 I arrived at my first yoga training. I completed Bikram’s nine week teacher training, spending the next year after that traveling & teaching around the world & across the USA. My training did not stop there, & since then I have trained under Bernie Clark, Sarah Powers, Esak Garcia, & senior teachers of S.N Goenka (Vipassana) & Richard Miller (iRest). I've also done other 200hr YTT’s in person & online as continuing education. My training hours exceeded over 1000, &, since 2014 my teaching hours exceed 5,000.

This is all to say, teaching is my life's passion. It is not a job or a duty. But a privilege & an honor for which I am grateful.

At the age of 28, Ben started his path to yoga humbly — at a community center in East Mesa, AZ, where the average age was 70.  But the slow pace and accessible postures of the 60 minute community center vinyasa class were just what it took for him to get started and begin to find his practice.  His best friend introduced Ben to the 26 & 2 series a couple years later, and he was hooked.  Though he’s tried many variations and styles of yoga in the ensuing 20 years, the 26 & 2 series has remained home.  Wanting to deepen his practice and hopefully help others find their way to their own practice, Ben completed the 26 & 2 teacher training at Bonfire Yoga in 2022.  His intent is to provide a welcoming, challenging, consistent practice to all who show up.  His motto in the room is that the only mandatory actions are to arrive, and to continue breathing, everything else is optional.    

I learned about ‘hot yoga’ in 2005 through an acquaintance.  I decided to give it a try, and I was immediately ‘addicted!’  It was not easy, but it felt so good to be working my entire body, mind and soul all at the same time. I attend classes as often as I could, not only for my physical health, but my mental health as well. I have such a passion for the practice that becoming a teacher has always been a goal for me. 

In 2021, I completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Bonfire Hot Yoga with Emily and Seth and now I’m here to spread the ‘yoga love’ that I have for this practice. I hope to see you on the mat soon!

Hi my name is Isabel or Isa,

First and foremost I am a human, sister, and woman trying to live my best highest life. I have spent innumerable nights in darkness in shamanic sacred ceremonies, seeking spirit and life meaning. I am constantly working on how to best help myself and inspire others, aligning my thoughts with my actions. My nature is to share, I love to serve, lead, build community, and bring people together.

I share my medicine, gifts, and life lessons through teaching yoga, group sound journeys, workshops, meditation, private healing sessions, somatic therapy, cranial sacral, and Thai yoga massage.

I am a big believer in the power of community. I am fortunate to have the opportunity to be part of the Bonfire Studio, a space where I reach and touch many hearts with hatha and kundalini yoga and I teach it with confidence and testament to its power and ability to help one along the path of life. 

Life is short. The meaning ever evolving. The focus ever shifting. The one thing we can lean into is the consistency of change. I am an evolving human and so are you. It is a privilege and honor to take the journey together. Thank you!

*Learn more about Isabel by visiting her website: https://www.falconmedicina.com

I was first introduced to yoga in the mid 90's when the costume designer at Willamette University saw a need and generously taught an unofficial vinyasa class to stressed out students.  Years later I took up long distance running and needed something to help with muscle cramps.  As I ran past the yoga studio I remembered those beautiful classes and decided to try yoga again. 

My yoga journey now includes a 200 hour YTT in Vinyasa flow from Pure 8, a Ghosh apprenticeship with Seth Brown, multiple workshops and training sessions with Ghosh Yoga, and a Yin teacher course at Bonfire Hot Yoga.  Yoga has become an integral part of maintaining and increasing my health. I enjoy every continuing education opportunity.  

The more I practice yoga, the more it becomes an essential to my spiritual practice.  The study of yoga helps me dive deep into all aspects of my humanity, which only serves to increase my understanding of the divine. I hope to offer the opportunity for that discovery to others as well. 

In addition to yoga practitioner, I'm a wife, mom, and a pastor at Christ the Healer, UCC.

Angee Franzen began teaching power vinyasa in 2012, completing her first 200hr Yoga Teacher Training with Core Power in NW Portland. Angee continued to study the philosophy, science of movement and the social implications of living an Intentional life at The Bhakti Movement center. In 2015 Angee discovered Radiant Body Yoga with Kia Miller. Radiant Body Yoga holds the principles of Ashtanga Yoga with the wisdom of Kundalini Yoga. After studying in India in 2016 and 2017 with Kia Miller Angee received her 300hr teaching certification. In 2017 Angee completed a Trauma Informed training with Living Yoga. She volunteers at MacLaren youth correctional facility monthly. In 2019 Angee completed her Kundalini Level 1 teacher training in Bali. In July of 2024, Angee earned her E-500 RYT designation, a longtime goal. Angee loves to teach Yin Yoga, Meditation as well as Restorative Somatic Yoga. Angee has been living sober for 20 years and raising 3 sons with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Emily Cawley, originally from Beaverton, has been a student of Bonfire Hot Yoga since 2011.   Emily earned her her 200 yoga teacher certification in 2016 in a program focused on the 26&2 hot yoga series,  training Sarah Grace, Kathy Allen and Kevin Cooke at Sealevel Hot Yoga. Her teaching is influenced by her practice of ashtanga and the yoga lineage of Bishnu Ghosh. Her instructional style is warm and direct, which emphasis in stillness, discipline, and finding ease within effort. Emily has 15 years of study in education which she puts into practice not only in teaching yoga, but in mentoring new yoga teachers, and offering professional development opportunities to improve teaching practices for the yoga community. She and her teaching partner Seth Brown have taught several teacher trainings, advanced asana workshops and posture clinics since the beginning of their collaboration in 2017. Emily also teaches voice workshops for actors and yogis alike, and has worked as a dialect coach and acting teacher in the Seattle, WA. You can find her at Bonfire Hot Yoga, the Beaverton-located studio of which she is the owner. She has lived and practiced in Seattle, New York City, and Vancouver BC.

I came to the 26&2 hot yoga in 2016. At the time, I had back pain, depression

and anxiety, an autoimmune disorder and migraine headaches. I knew that

cardiovascular exercise was key for my mental and physical well-being. I worked (as a

nursing educator) with a Bikram instructor, Cindy Bianchini, and she talked to me for

over a year about the benefits of hot yoga. Finally, I tried it, and I was hooked. The

feeling of “I’m home” was immediate. The work to restore my physical and mental health

took longer and I found immense healing and restoration through my personal work on

the mat and engaging with the practitioners and teachers in the yoga community.

I went to 26&2 training in October 2023 and became a certified instructor through

E84 in February 2024. As a new teacher, I am immersed in dialogue and empowered by

the opportunity to guide others in their work on the mat. Teaching is a learning process

that I will engage with for the rest of my life.

Premila Singh originally from Fiji Islands, now residing in Beaverton Oregon, started her yoga journey on Thursday July 29th 2021. She practiced her first Hatha Yoga class at Bonfire Hot Yoga Studio in Beaverton Oregon.

She was happily motivated to keep practicing and becoming a better yogi, so she kept stepping back on her mat as often as possible. The more she practiced the more she felt positive changes in her strength and flexibility.

Sunday June 26th 2022 Premila Singh completed her 200-HOUR 26 AND 2 TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM, at BONFIRE HOT YOGA STUDIO, in Beaverton Oregon. 

She is very grateful for the guided assistance and training received by Emily Cawley Feldman and Seth Brown. Their wisdom, knowledge, flexibility, patience and love for yoga has motivated me to share yoga practice with the community.

As a Financial Professional her passion is to assist clients with their needs and teaching yoga will add value to my passion.

"Please come join me on the mat! Namaste."

Kat graduated from the 200-Hour Bonfire Hot Yoga Apprenticeship Program in June of 2022.  Seth Brown guided her through this training, focusing on the Ghosh Yoga 26 & 2 Classic Series.  Kat extends gratitude to Seth for his wisdom, flexibility, & patience so she could begin this journey of teaching.   

Practicing Hot Yoga & Vinyasa has been part of Kat's routine since 2011. While in teacher training, she enjoyed studying the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, delving into the ethical practices of Yoga (Yamas & Niyamas book by Deborah Adele) & continuing to find peace & harmony through daily yoga practice in the Hot Room.  She would like to thank Isabel Falcon for helping her find joy & sobriety through Sound Healings & Kundalini yoga practice over the last few years.

Through the magical guidance of Angee Franzen, Kat has learned more about the ancient wisdom and heart opening practice of Kundalini Yoga.  Beginning in January 2024 Kat will be training through Radiant Body Yoga with Kia Miller, including the Ignite Your Inner Flame workshop series, studying the Bhagavad Gita, Kundalini practices, & working toward the 200 Hour RBY Teacher Training in October-December 2024.

Kat, originally from The Columbia River Gorge area, has been on stage in the performing arts since the age of 5. She has traveled to the East Coast to receive a Bachelor's Degree in Music & performed in New York City for several years before moving back to the Northwest to start a family & raise two sons. 

Kat loves her life in Portland & is grateful for her musical duo with her husband.  Kat's two sons have given her experience in teaching life lessons. Kat is grateful for so much support from her entire family, three fur-babies, & extended family at the yoga studio.