Meet The Instructors

Madeline (Madi) has been interested in athletics all her life, participating in a wide range of activities including gymnastics, racquetball and water/snow skiing. Although she’s always been curious about yoga, she resisted actually trying it for many years. Finally in 2003 after moving to Santa Monica where yoga is a way of life, she stepped out of her comfort zone and never looked back.  Since then, Madi’s journey from corporate executive (Hallmark, Disney, The Jim Henson Company) to full time yogi has steadily progressed. She completed her initial 200 hour certification in 2014, and went on to complete an additional 300 hours in 2015. Teaching vinyasa based flow group, corporate and private classes in LA’s West Side and South Bay has become her full-time passion.

Madi co-founded HŌMTOWN Yoga in 2019 with the mission of bringing the many benefits of yoga to people of all ages and abilities. She is registered with Yoga Alliance as an E-RYT500.

Lucero fell in love with yoga back in 2009. With every class she took she realized her mind and body was becoming different. She explored all yoga styles and found in Ashtanga her home— Ashtanga being a very physical demanding practice that synchronizes breath and movement to produce an internal heat designed to purify the body. She completed her first yoga training in 2014 and became passionate about teaching. This new found passion lead her to a wonderful group of students in the senior population, requiring a practice that is more of a restorative and gentle yoga. It was a huge challenge to teach something different than her previous areas of expertise, nonetheless; she decided to take the risk and teach the practice.

She’s done extensive trainings with Wanderlust and Yogaworks with professional instructors including Kia Miller, Noa Maze, Annie Carpenter, Joan Hyman, Matt Phippen, Lakshmi Volkshairshe. Lucero continues to grow as individual and as a teacher by listening to her body and soul.

Geoff is a certified 200 E-RYT Yoga Teacher, earning his Yoga Alliance certification in May 2017. As an Ashtanga-based Power Flow instructor, he skillfully guides students to discover their zen. His classes focus on classical postures, meticulous alignment, and a strong emphasis on connecting to the breath. Join Geoff on the mat for an empowering and uplifting yoga journey that extends beyond the physical practice. Embrace the holistic benefits of yoga under the guidance of this seasoned and passionate instructor.

RYT 500
With over 25 years of experience in movement, Thomas Taubman brings a dynamic blend of yoga, boxing, and dance to his teaching. Having led 33 yoga teacher trainings worldwide, Thomas has become a sought-after instructor known for his creative sequencing and deep understanding of anatomy and kinesiology. He has owned a yoga studio, taught master workshops across the globe—from Dubai to Ireland—and continues to inspire students through his approachable and light-hearted teaching style.

At HOMTOWN Yoga, Thomas teaches both yoga and YoBox® classes, the latter being a unique fusion he created that combines the flexibility of yoga, the rhythm of dance, and the strength of boxing into an empowering, non-contact workout. Whether you’re looking to punch with power or stretch with stability, Thomas’ classes offer something for everyone.

Jennifer Winther (she/her). My mission as a teacher is to help you build, and stay engaged in, a practice that feels like home – one that honors both the cultural roots of yoga and your own. What I share in group classes, workshops, teacher training, private session, retreats, in writing and on social media, continually evolves as my understanding and experience deepens. My hope is that you will come to see your practice, and your practice community, as a refuge and source of insight along your path to healing, liberation, and peace. Keep showing up, and allow it to evolve. 

You are welcome in class, and will always find opportunities for challenge, whether you are a true beginner, a fellow teacher, or any level of experience in between. Fellow BBIPOC are particularly encouraged to come through. Bring your whole self – that’s what the space is 

International yoga instructor, with over 20 years of experience. His teachings have been covered and televised throughout the globe.

Flow currently resides in Los Angeles, where he continues to self-improve in the art of yoga. He offers classes to clients, including celebrities, that are eager to practice at any level.
One of Flow’s specialties is offering classes to help perfect the practice of handstands.

With a lifetime dedication, Flow has developed a perfect balance to empower ones self physically, mentally and spiritually. Oleg Flow is the founder of Game Yoga. Emphasizing breathing and gentle flowing movements to help restore connective tissue, key elements include: grace, elasticity, strengthen, balance, awareness and endurance which leads to a healthier, more fulfilling life!

I am Robert Bahedry and I’m based in Los Angeles, CA.

I’m a coach and a certified Breathwork Meditation practitioner in the 3-part breathing technique taught by David Elliott.

I stumbled upon the practice in 2009 at a time in my life when I was in search of a healing modality that would complement my burgeoning yoga practice. I had just completed my yoga teacher training only to discover that, alas, it was not my calling. Then came Breathwork, and my life changed in an instant.
I’ve been teaching since 2010 and have discovered that creating a sacred, safe, yet lighthearted environment in my sessions is a very powerful ‘ice-breaker.’ I grew up on a healthy diet of Monty Python so irreverence, general silliness, and self-deprecating humor are often top of the bill. An abundance of levity is very much present – as you must also be – at these sessions. It’s a great way to put everyone at ease, as I hold space for them to breathe, heal, and transform.

And, oh yeah, almost forgot … I have a didgeridoo!

Gaia is a certified yoga teacher who cultivated a consistent yoga and meditation practice years ago to overcome physical issues that she developed as a result of stress and anxiety. Gaia’s dynamic teaching style is influenced by Vinyasa, Hatha, Therapeutic Yoga and by her gymnastics background. She is now deepening her study in the field of Yoga Therapy. Gaia’s passionate personality provides a unique experience where she teaches her students how to find transformation through breath work, intention setting, and a deep asana practice. Gaia is full of energy, kind, extremely passionate, and lives her life by the mantra “Be Grateful & Be Faithful”.

Yogi, artist, designer, animal lover and foodie living and loving in Los Angeles. From an early age, I was trained in traditional Chinese dance in Taipei, Taiwan where I was born until the age of 13 when I moved to the US. At age 20, I tip toed myself into my first yoga class but it was not until 10 years later I started to take my practice diligently. After 4 years of practice, I decided it was time to deepen my practice and spread the joy and benefit of yoga. I received my 200 HRS RYT in April 2016. With an uplifting spirit, I aim to inspire my students to love and honor their mind and body through dedication and commitment.

Toni found a passion for yoga while studying psychology & neuroscience at the University of San Francisco. Yoga offers a physical expression of what she was learning in her studies, that the mind & body should be seen as a one dynamic system rather than as separate entities. After graduating college in 2018, she furthered her studies, earning a certificate in Holistic Nutrition & becoming a certified yoga instructor.

Toni’s classes weave together her background in psychology, neuroscience, & holistic health. She loves to practice Vinyasa, Kundalini, Restorative & Yin yoga. In addition to teaching yoga in studio & to private clients, Toni works as a professional astrologer. Her goal is to help you find peace on the mat & freedom through movement.