Birdie is a special teacher. I came to her sound bath immersion at the beginning of 2023 and since then I always looked for the opportunity to join her sessions. She's so caring and warm and her presence always helps me soften my fear of being judged, so I can be myself and fully relax. I highly recommend booking private sessions with Birdie. She's the best!!

-An Tran

I can’t recommend Birdie enough! Her sessions are the perfect blend of challenging and relaxing, and I always leave feeling all the zen, balanced vibes. Her attention to detail and deep wisdom of yoga and meditation shines so bright when she’s guiding you through a class. She’s also a master at creating a warm, welcoming environment - the type of energy where you might meet a stranger but feel like you’ve known them for years. You’ll feel safe and supported in her presence. Let’s just say, she’s amazing and you should 100% practice with Birdie. :)

-Veronica Rae Watson

birdie is such a special teacher! i’ve been lucky to frequent a studio she holds space at and appreciate both her deeply compassionate presence and her technical knowledge of the practice - highly recommend working with her.

-Kelsey Hayden

Birdie is a breath of fresh air. I first met Birdie during a pivotal time in my life, and I immediately felt peace in her presence. She opens her heart and physical space in such a creative, loving way. She gently yet powerfully invites you to connect with yourself and with those around you. She has a true and genuine passion for people. Thank you for guiding us to a place that we can call "home" wherever we may be!

-Amina Farajpanahi

My sister and I joined Birdie's new moon retreat at Green Rock Retreat center and it was such a wonderful, soul-nourishing experience. We were blown away by the way Birdie so intentionally and thoughtfully planned and lead the retreat. Each yoga class, workshop and meditation were facilitated beautifully and we walked away from the weekend feeling rejuvenated, grounded, open-hearted and held in community.

-Marissa Hollman-Butz

Birdie is one of a kind. She's a lovely spirit with a light and soothing energy. I rarely miss our weekly yoga class and was delighted to get to join her on her first ever yoga retreat.

Our time together in the high desert was beautiful, a perfect mix of solitude and connection, quiet time and thoughtful conversation, movement and stillness, joy and tenderness. I was able to be my sometimes quiet, often solitary self with community close by and available for holding space, sharing food, and engaging thoughtfully. We felt purely authentic and HELD, sharing joy and grief and gratitude, laughing and crying and supporting one another with ease. It was as though we weren’t strangers, the group of us, having come together to honor and practice the yogic traditions of self-awareness, inward reflection, and healing in nature.

Birdie weaved together this tender, healing weekend for us and with us, allowing us to cocreate the experience our bodies and spirits craved. I'm grateful for her airy spirit and kind heart and look forward to my next opportunity to retreat in nature with her. 💚

-Elizabeth Butler

I had the wonderful opportunity to be included on Birdie’s retreat in the high desert of Oregon this past summer. Birdie was an amazing facilitator, balancing everyone’s needs as we navigated a heat wave while also creating space for connection, spiritual care, and yoga practice. This retreat was an incredibly healing experience for me. Birdie was well planned and made thoughtful connections with the land steward ahead of time to ensure that everyone was comfortable and care for. I can’t wait to go on another one of Birdie’s retreats in the future!

-Allison Ackerman

Where to begin? I’ve been a student of yoga for 27 years and have been seeking for a teacher for some time. I found Birdie’s classes at my local studio and was blown away by the very first one. She is a gifted guide and teacher. From an asana/ physical standpoint- her classes are at the intersection of comfort, satisfaction and challenge. Every time. From a spiritual standpoint- her words and message always seem to be the perfect information of what is on my heart at that time.

Because I enjoy her classes, I knew I couldn’t miss the opportunity to do her first retreat at Green Rock. It was indeed special and healing and nourishing. She weaves asana practice with spirituality. Birdie has a presence and depth in every thing she produces. She stands unwavering in that depth in authenticity.

I often think it’s only a matter of time before her classes are booked months in advance! Until then, I’m grateful to be a part of it!

For the past year, your welcoming classes were a safe space for me where I can come, relax, and listen to my body. I was doing yoga on and off before, but your classes truly inspired me to come every Monday and Wednesday to the studio (the classes literally were the reason I survived dark and cold winter). I just want to thank you for your classes and for being so friendly, warm, and knowledgeable.

- Polina Butrina

I loved coming to your classes, they were everything I needed during the week, especially those extra stressful weeks. My mind and body just felt so cleansed and refreshed after every session. And you always seemed to know just the right words to say! You are an amazing teacher, and I am more than happy to change up my routine and come to your other classes elsewhere!

- Calli Cautela

I have been to many studios and had dozens of teachers over the years and I can honestly say that no one has ever come close to providing the same level of benefit to both my body and mind. This is why I made such an effort to go to your classes (basically the only ones I went to)

- Jacob Haddock

Birdie has been a friend, student, and teacher of mine over the past several years. Since I met her, I have been continuously awed by the ways in which she channels Spirit through her being. Her yoga teaching, her photography, her music, and her writing, all flow from her soul with pure grace. She is living art, and to participate in her offerings is to be swept away on a spiritual journey. Birdie is devoted to her work and her art, which she executes with intention and ease. More than her discipline and grace, however, is her honesty and willingness to submit to her path. This is what sets her apart and makes her a leader. Birdie has shown up to speak her truth, to express vulnerability, and to take the path of the spiritual warrior. It is from this path that the richness of her wisdom and power flow. Through her presence, you will be tenderly held, while also being challenged to rise to your highest truth.

-Faith Macauley

Ashley, who I know as Birdie, is an amazing instructor. I always feel so calm and refreshed when I leave her classes, and sweaty. Absolutely recommend taking a class with her.

Birdie is a beautiful person in every way. With a soothing voice, she guided us through postures that felt aligning in a heated studio. Loved the class!

Birdie is a wonderful instructor! I always feel re-energized and refreshed after classes with her!