Mehlville School District Community Education

With a doctorate in nutritional sciences and an undergraduate degree in exercise science, certified yoga instructor, Miranda Badolato guides new and experienced students to use movement, poses, and breathwork as tools to enhance wellness and improve longevity. Bring a yoga mat and a sturdy blanket or bolster. Limited props such as blocks and straps are available to borrow. Open to ages 18 and up.

Miranda's classes are rooted in Iyengar-style Yoga, which focuses on alignment, the use of props, and purposeful progression through poses. Each class starts with centering and breathwork to prepare for a mindful progression throughout the practice. Poses are intentionally chosen to prepare the body for alignment in the class's main asana, or what others may call the "peak pose" or "focus pose." As the practice builds heat through vinyasa, Miranda weaves in poses that support longevity, like squatting, and stability, like core work — all with attention to muscular engagement and anatomical detail. The class concludes with savasana, allowing time to re-center, restore, and connect inwardly. 

Restorative yoga sessions are available in addition to weekly classes.