Yoga teacher, retreat leader and educator Monika Kaufman has more than 20 years of experience in yoga instruction. Known for her engaging teaching style, Monika inspires students to take their yoga practice beyond the mat, weaving breath, intention and self-compassion into daily life. Monika and fellow yogi, Lisa Carlsson, are the co-founders of Euphoria Retreats, a women-owned lifestyle retreat company blending yoga, cultural immersion and connection.

From chanting “om” in her bunk bed as a child to receiving her 100-hour advanced Bhakti Yoga training in 2019, yoga is a common thread in Nicole’s life. Born and raised in Napa Valley, Nicole is a seasoned yoga instructor with two decades of teaching and various certifications, including a 500-hour certification and two 200-hour certifications.