Meet Our Team

The Hearts Behind the Magic

At Yoga@Play, we don't just teach yoga — we create spaces where kids, families, and teachers feel seen, celebrated, and free to soar. Behind every class, every training, and every moment of transformation is a team of passionate, playful humans who believe in the power of movement, mindfulness, and connection.

We're teachers, dreamers, and lifelong learners. We're parents who understand the juggle. We're advocates who know what it means to help a child find their voice — or watch a mom remember hers. And we're a community that shows up, not because it's easy, but because it matters.

Each person on our team brings their own story, their own spark, and their own reason for saying "yes" to this work. Together, we're building something bigger than a yoga program — we're building a movement where everyone belongs, everyone grows, and everyone gets to fly.

Come meet the people who make it all happen.

Lauren

Lauren is an avid runner and feels movement to be important in overall well-being. Lauren loves sharing her love of yoga, laughter and positive energy with children and families in the community.

Amy

Amy earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan, a Certificate in Jewish Education with a special needs focus from Gratz College, a master’s degree in education with a Certification in Special Education from La Salle University, and completed two teacher-training programs in children’s yoga, one from Yoga Child and one from Yoga@Play.

Amy taught middle school language arts at the Benchmark School and also teaches lower school students in their summer language arts program. Amy loves interacting and working with children and adolescents of all ages, especially her own! 

Laura

A life-long musician, Laura teaches, writes and performs all kinds of music for both children and adults. She has been working with young children since 2011, and is a skilled singer and multi-instrumentalist (guitar, bass, mandolin, drums, piano, ukulele). Laura has a knack for relating with kids of all ages, and especially loves to teach basic music theory concepts through the use of interactive songs and games. Her expertise, humor and upbeat warmth come through in every music class and performance! 

Aline

Originally from Tel Aviv, Aline brings her heart for people and her love of yoga wherever she goes. A graduate of Bar Ilan University with a background in business and human resources, she discovered her true calling in helping others connect mind, body, and soul. Now a certified yoga teacher, Aline blends mindfulness, movement, and creativity to inspire confidence and joy in her students.

Virginia

Virginia is a beloved local musician and mom who brings rhythm and mindfulness to every class. After a decade in higher education, she rediscovered her love of music and yoga — and now shares that joy with families across the community. A certified Yoga@Play teacher, Virginia’s classes blend song, movement, and laughter for children of all ages.

Diana

Diana has been practicing yoga for more than 20 years and teaching since earning her certification from Aim High Studio and Yoga@Play. With a background in business and a lifelong passion for travel and service, she brings warmth, patience, and a playful spirit to every class. When she’s not teaching, you’ll find her exploring in her RV, volunteering, or sharing mindfulness with her community.

Tamar

Tamar has worked with children her entire career. After earning a degree in social science from Florida Atlantic University, she moved to Tel Aviv, where she discovered her love of teaching ESL and language to children. She later received a TESOL certificate from Columbia University and returned to Israel to teach in schools, preschools, and community centers. After moving to NYC in 2014, she began studying Eastern philosophy, yoga, and mindfulness. A mother of three and certified children’s yoga instructor, Tamar blends yoga and mindfulness into her family life and her teaching. She speaks English, Hebrew, and Spanish and loves creating playful, nature-inspired lessons that combine language learning and yoga to support children’s development.

Maya

From finance to flow, Maya’s path bridges the worlds of logic and light. With degrees in Economics and years in Business and Banking, her journey led her to the transformative practice of yoga. Certified in both yoga and face yoga, Maya helps others find inner peace and outer radiance. Her approach blends mindfulness, grace, and global experience — empowering her students to shine from within.

Cenah

Cenah found yoga in high school — but it wasn’t until she discovered aerial yoga that her world truly flipped upside down (literally!). Certified through Kaya Aerial Yoga and Maha’s Teacher Training, she teaches with empathy and energy, helping students build trust, confidence, and freedom through movement. Her mission: to help everyone feel empowered — both in the hammock and in life.

Leslie

Leslie’s classes are pure joy — filled with ukulele tunes, storytelling, and laughter. With over 100 hours of children’s yoga training, she creates magical experiences for families through yoga, music, and play. Her sessions sparkle with creativity, connection, and heart.

Ofrit

Founder of Yoga@Play, Ofrit combines wisdom, play, and heart in everything she teaches. Certified in Hatha, Kids Yoga, and Yoga for Special Needs, she believes children are born natural yogis — curious, mindful, and full of joy. Her classes help kids grow in confidence and calmness, one breath at a time. Before following her passion, she worked as a statistician and stockbroker — now, she helps kids and families find balance from the inside out.

J.D

J.D. brings a heart full of creativity and a lifelong love of movement to the Yoga@Play family. A dedicated father and storyteller at heart, he believes play and mindfulness go hand in hand — for kids and grown-ups alike. Drawing on his background in hospitality, leadership, coaching, and personal development, J.D. inspires students to explore courage, curiosity, and connection both on and off the mat. His classes remind us all that when we lead with presence and heart, we truly learn to soar.