LYT Yoga Method
Created by Physical Therapist and renowned movement pioneer Lara Heimann, LYT is a modern method of movement that is based on the principles of physiology, kinesiology and neurology. Guided by certified instructors with a deep understanding of the cellular and mechanical aspects of movement, LYT is an intelligent practice that builds upon the brain-to-body connection to help people develop more purposeful movement. LYT is taught and practiced in over 50 countries and offers a library of over 500 classes, live and virtual workshops, teacher training courses, and restorative retreats.
Our Teaching Team
Kristin Williams
DPT, E-RYT 500, Senior Teacher
Kristin Williams is the Director of Operations and a Senior LYT Yoga Instructor with over 20 years experience as an Orthopedic Physical Therapist. She received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University in 2000 and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Regis University in 2010. She is a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist who specializes in manual therapy in an outpatient setting.
Kristin uses her passion for anatomy, biomechanics, and functional movement to inspire her classes and her love of all genres of music to motivate her students! She became a disciple of the LYT Yoga Method due to its intelligent sequencing and neuromuscular re-education of the body. She uses the LYT Yoga Method both in the rehab setting and as a post-rehabilitation treatment strategy. She is passionate about creating the best LYT Yoga instructors through her simple sequencing methodology and framework.
Level 2 Mentor
Rhonna Griffin
M.Ed., E-RYT 500, Senior Teacher
Rhonna Griffin is the Director of Education & Programming and a Senior LYT Yoga Instructor with over 20 years experience as a public educator and staff development trainer. She received her Bachelors in Music Education from Westminster Choir College and her Masters of Education in Instructional Leadership from the The College of New Jersey. During her tenure as a music educator Rhonna has excelled in leading professional development trainings that help teachers hone their craft.
In her role at LYT, Rhonna has supported clients and future instructors through workshops, retreats, mentorship and mini courses both domestically and abroad. In every one of Rhonna’s classes her teacher voice shines through and you can see her passion for community, self-inquiry, and joy! She is thrilled to work along side our teachers to address realistic teaching scenarios and strategies to help make each person the best movement educator they can be.
Level 2 Mentor
Teagan Schweitzer
Ph.D., E-RYT 500, Senior Teacher
Teagan Schweitzer is a Senior LYT Yoga Instructor who has been teaching in Philadelphia and beyond for nearly 20 years. She has completed extensive trainings in the LYT Method, Yogahour, Anusara Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, and Power Yoga, totaling over 1,500 hours. She has also trained in biomechanics and strength and conditioning and combines these approaches to offer unique, challenging, and thoughtfully sequenced yoga classes, workshops, and teacher trainings.
Alongside her yoga practice, Teagan holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Pennsylvania and researches food in Philadelphia from the 18th through 20th centuries. She also graduated top of her class from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Her lifelong love of dance and movement fuels her passion for anatomy, form, and fitness, and she brings that energy into every class—encouraging students to explore, grow, and find joy in their practice.
Level 1 & 2 Mentor
Aishwarya Padmanabhan
LYT Level 2
Bengaluru, India & London, England
Level 1 Mentor
Carolyn Brown
LYT Level 2
Etoy, Switzerland
Level 1 Mentor
Leslie Braverman
LYT Level 2
Sante Fe, NM
Level 1 Mentor
Poppy Zhan
LYT Level 2
Bad Soden, Germany
Level 1 Mentor
Sharon Tyrrell
LYT Level 2
Tallahassee, FL & New York, NY
