about Tawny Sterios

My Story

 
 
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EDUCATION + CERTIFICATION

  200 Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training 2003- Golden Bridge Yoga, LA, CA

  B.S. in Applied Nutrition -Cal Poly SLO, CA 2007

  500 Hour LEVITYoga Teacher Training 2011 - mBODY Yoga, SLO, CA

  CAPPA Certified Labor Doula & CAPPA trained Postpartum Doula & 2015

  Artemis School For Women’s Sexual Wellness 2016

  Pacifica Graduate Institute Masters in Depth Psychology 2022-2025


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DOULA

Tawny’s fascination with birth started with the arrival of her daughter, Athena. Experiencing this unbelievably beautiful transformation sparked deep curiosity and respect for the unique female body and heart. She naturally felt called to be of service in helping women through pregnancy and childbirth in the most conscious and empowering way by supporting the innate wisdom of each woman’s body.

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YOGA

A co-founder of mBODY Yoga in San Luis Obispo, CA. Tawny has been teaching yoga since 2003 and is certified in both kundalini and hatha yoga, with a very personal experience in prenatal yoga. Tawny was featured in Yoga Journal in 2010 and 2011. The gift of yoga keeps giving to her and she enjoys bringing it back to her students full circle. She brings her passion for yoga and her lighthearted presence to all of her classes. Her teaching style is very approachable and accessible to students of all levels. In addition to teaching weekly classes in hatha, prenatal and postnatal, she teaches in LEVITYoga’s 200HR Teacher Training Programs. Tawny holds a monthly Women’s Circle and teaches at an annual Journey To India Retreat. In 2011 and 2012, Tawny was one of a select group of national instructors invited to teach yoga at the White House for Michelle Obama’s anti-obesity initiative.

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CIRCLE

Tawny has been sitting in circle with women for the past 15 years, where women hold sacred space for the unfolding of life and the quiet inner knowing that bond us. Nurturing sisterhood and the ability for women to uplift and uniquely honor one another is something she values and has seen heal countless times. These circles are modern ceremonial gatherings with women that blend yoga, dance, meditation, intention writing, visualization and sisterhood fun into a monthly ritual that connects women more deeply to the rhythms and ways of nature and themselves. Sometimes these circles are taken into nature and span over a weekend or a week, like the Women's Camp Retreats in Big Sur twice a year. Think deep renewal and transformation.

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 Featured in:

 
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Polycast

Tawny Sterios shares valuable knowledge from her fields of expertise on Cal Poly’s podcast

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Women’s gatherings during covid-19

featured Guest Tawny Sterios on Whole Mamas Podcast

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circles of support & Wellbeing

tawny Sterios featured guest on Work Wellness wisdom with Jill Stollmeyer

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The power of tribe

featured guest Tawny Sterios on NPR’s The Reluctant Therapist

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Helping Women Thrive

Featured Guest Tawny Sterios on Clarekidness.com

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Supporting mamas

Featured guest Tawny Sterios on Ther-Happy

 
 
 

Yoga Journal
Healthy Digestion with a Twist
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New Times
Life Begins at the Edge of Your Yoga Mat
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Yoga Journal
May 2011 Issue
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Love for Tawny

Testimonials

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I want to express how powerful and profound the circle was for me. The energy you held for all the women there was amazing. It was an especially potent new moon for me and I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to spend it in conscious intentions with such an amazing group of women. The healing energy that both you and Suraya held was just what I needed. I look forward to circles in the future.
— Katy
. . . it’s been pure joy growing my practice with your on going expertise... I thank you and my body thanks you . . .
— Ruth Kempton
The circle felt so enriching and rejuvenating. I loved the dancing. I loved the silent writing afterwords. I loved listening to everyone share. Thank you
— Joan
Not all sentiments can be accurately described in words. I will always remember your absolute presence throughout the whole day of Max’s birth, the care, attention, and encouragement you gave us all. I couldn’t have asked for a better birth. Thanks for imparting so much of your wisdom and love, giving me an ability to tap into a deeper strength than I ever knew I had.
— VANESSA (SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA)
I am so grateful to have attended Tawny’s fall women’s retreat in Big Sur. Tawny is a natural leader, an inspired gatherer of women, a seasoned teacher and an intuitively gifted guide. With her fearless presence, her contagious joy and her willingness to be raw and real, she holds sacred space for powerful magic to emerge. I returned home from my weekend with Tawny feeling deeply restored and positively empowered. I look forward to attending many more of Tawny’s events and magical retreats.
— Lara Day Goldman (retreat guest + Qi Gong teacher)
Tawny, the essence of shakti energy, your fiery red hair and eyes that seam to lock inside of people, past the walls and land mines, that we as humans put between each other, cutting through all the bullshit and subterfuge. Helping everyone you connect with, to see that higher self and how we’re all connected.
— Jeff Porter 2017 (Yoga Student)
Words can’t express what a magical and sacred experience the Blessingway was for me. It was everything I hoped of, it felt so much love + support + left with the fullest heart. It is something I will hold dearly forever. Thank you for leading such a special circle, for your calm energy and for the meaningful intimate space you facilitated
— KELLY LIGHY
Speaking of beauty, your class this morning was a choreography of beauty. Every movement, every breath felt like it was flowing Source. I’m in gratitude of what you bring forth each and every class.
— Joan Judson (Yoga Student)
It was such a joy for me to get out of the house and be around womenfolk. I loved the shake it off movement! It felt sooo good.
— Lisa Burger (New Moon Circle Attendee)
You held the space while I cracked my heart over the spire of India, golden yolk, pure honey, forever changed, I feel the sway and surrender of the fisherman’s line, India is decisive yet not cut-throat, illuminating my inner peace by the way of love. There are no words, but here I try to find a meager few. Thank you! For a trip that takes one deeper down into their in inner cave, where tangible life and heart merge, dance and celebrate.
— Cole (India Retreat)
What a divine experience you gifted us. Your classes were like magic for the soul, medicine for the body, comfort for the mind, and nourishment for the spirit. So for that, I express my DEEPEST gratitude!
— Alee (India Retreat)
I’m settling back into Austin, TX and realizing the low buzz of anxiety I had been tolerating while here- after the quiet and introspection of the Big Sur retreat. I just saw a picture of you - and immediately felt the earth beneath me. My heart burst open with my remembrance of my connection to Mother Earth and grounding. Thank you for being who you are.
— Meghan Dwyer (Big Sur Camping Retreat)
Thank you for your understanding and compassionate heart. Your classes have been a lifeline for me these years. Thank you for all you have shared.
— Sally Equinoa
India called, and I went. I didn’t know what to expect, and I still don’t know how to describe my experience. All I can say is that I’m changed...through the many yoga and ayurveda treatments at Somotheeram or the incredible ride down the Ganges River at sunrise/sunset in Varanasi, or the visually stunning Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Most importantly were the incredible women that were with me along the journey. Two weeks = Instant friends for a long, long time. Here’s a look at my journey from February. Go. If you get the chance and can make the pilgrimage.... Go, my friends.
— Staci Griesbach (India Retreat)
Having Tawny as my doula for the birth of my son Louie was the best part of my birth plan. She has a gentle, kind, and peaceful spirit that brought calmness to my 35 hour labor. She guided my partner and I through each contraction and helped ease the pain naturally with applying pressure to my back and the use of essential oils. When the pain from my back labor became too strong and all natural methods were tried, she support my decision for an epidural. With suggestions from her, I was able to birth my son without the use of pitocin! My partner and I are forever grateful that she will always be part of our birth story.
— Elena Parisi
Tawny played an amazing and important role in my pregnancy and delivery. She provided great support and comfort through our entire time together. I am forever grateful to have met her and to have her in my life
— JENNIFER (ATASCADERO CA)
 
 

Gratitude + Love for Others

 

LEVITYoGA
Trainings, Retreats & online classes
levityoga.com

SLO Doula Connection
Council of doulas in SLO County
slodoulaconnection.com

Stratejoy
Online courses for women who want joy
stratejoy.com

Diaper Service
Eco friendly delivery in SLO & SB
tinklebellediaperservice.com

Bioneers
Revolution from the heart of nature, conferences & podcasts
bioneers.org

Wonder and Wit
Branding, Graphic Design, Print & Web Design
wonderandwit.com

Ther.Happy
Pilates & more for happy mamas
youneedtherhappy.com

Nutritious Movement
You are how you move
nutritiousmovement.com

Esalen
Hotsprings in heaven
esalen.org

Exquisite Skin Cream
alohaalchemy.com

Local Pottery
anamcre.com

Ayurveda Wellness Counselor Program
sevantiinstitute.com

Fertility Awareness Method
hanawellness.co

Multidimensional Healer

mopuacann.com

 
 
 
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