Stacey’s yoga journey began in 1997. After suffering from a chronic illness that left her physically down for two years, her lifelong battle with anxiety and depression reached an all-time low. She credits “something greater than herself” for guiding her to yoga and its healing possibilities. Almost immediately after beginning her practice, she started to heal. Healing remains the core motivation behind both her personal practice and teaching.
Stacey began teaching in 2001, offering free classes to the community. After nine years, she opened Blue Yoga Nyla in the Park Hill neighborhood of North Little Rock. Many of the individuals who started their yoga journey with her all those years ago are still practicing with her today.
Deeply committed to serving others, Stacey focuses on healing the mind, body, and spirit. She specializes in working with special populations, including individuals dealing with trauma, addiction, and grief. Her studio, Blue Yoga Nyla, serves as a refuge for the “walking wounded”, offering a wide variety of classes and a pay-what-you-can option for daytime studio sessions.
With over 21 years of experience teaching senior adults, Stacey has developed a deep understanding of the aging body and unique insights into the journey of those who begin yoga later in life.
Education & Experience- Owner & Lead Facilitator – Blue Yoga Nyla studio & Blue Yoga Nyla Teacher Training Program
- Certified Yoga Therapist – International Association of Yoga Therapists
- Registered Yoga Teacher
- Experienced Yoga Teacher (500-hour level)
- Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher
- Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher
- Internationally Recognized for Developing The YogaBLUEprint for Advanced Age & Living
- Focuses on longevity, mobility, and cognitive agility
- Accredited for continuing education in geriatrics, including hospice care
- Certified Yoga of 12-Step Recovery Instructor
- Love Your Brain – Training & Workshop Facilitator
- Partner with the University of Arkansas Medical Center
- Lecturer & trainer for traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients and caregivers
- Trauma Training – Studied with Hala Khouri
- Trainer & Therapist – Supports caregivers, professionals, and individuals affected by trauma
- Leadership Training – Off the Mat, Into the World
- Extensive Anatomy Training – Studied with Leslie Kaminoff
- Additional Studies – Trained extensively with Seane Corn
Social & Volunteer Work- Off the Mat, Into the World (2015) – Fundraised for women in Kenya affected by FGM and forced child marriage
- Ongoing Seva Service – One-third of all classes offered as pay-what-you-can to ensure accessibility
- Annual Community Giving – Partners with a local inner-city organization to provide financial assistance and gifts to impoverished families
- Yearly Seva Projects – Organized through the Blue Yoga Nyla Teacher Training Program
- Project 8 – Provides backpacks filled with hygiene products, food, and water to the homeless population in Central Arkansas
