Michael Hayes

Michael Hayes, the proud owner of a “Buddha body” and founder of Buddha Body Yoga™, holds yoga certifications in Sivananda, Allison West’s Yoga Union, and yoga therapy by Daniel Orlansky. He has done extensive study in Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Thai Yoga, Om Yoga, and yoga anatomy with Leslie Kaminoff. In addition, Michael has traveled regularly to Thailand to study with master teachers. His classes benefit everyone, regardless of their individual anatomy, flexibility, age, or yoga background.

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