Testimonials:

“Kat is an outstanding educator.  She models the techniques she is teaching with intentionality and thoughtfulness. Kat provides consistent, effervescent encouragement, which makes her students more easily adapt and adopt new approaches and techniques. I’ve seen her in different settings—workshops, an out-of-country retreat, and in private sessions and can speak from personal experience:  Kat Yates is one of the positive, kindest people you will ever meet.  If you want to learn more about your own body and, as her website says, inform to reform, attend a class, book a private session, or attend a workshop with this accomplished professional.”
-Steve Katsinas, Birmingham, AL

“I’ve been working with Kat for 3 years now. Her private sessions offer me the combination of a movement practice, breathwork, and neurological tracking to find new perspectives and elicit insight. Her adjustments help me gain new levels in the postures and my body’s ability to function. I leave every time with a greater overall sense of wellness that stays with me until I come back!”
-Lois England, Birmingham, AL

“I’ve had the fortune of knowing Kathryn for a long time, and she has gone on to blossom into an exceptionally intuitive and informed teacher with a quiver of excellent yoga knowledge and experience that one could only receive having traveled the globe teaching, as well as, learning in some really excellent places. I have no doubt she will continue to be a force in the yoga world (literally). My one-on-one classes with her were extremely beneficial and I look forward every time to these meetings as well as spending time with the endlessly lovely and bright individual that she is. 10 out of 10.”
-Sam Meadows, Birmingham, AL

“I met and started yoga with Kat 9 months ago. She is an amazing teacher and friend and brings out the best in you with her great positive attitude. I look forward to going weekly to her very nice studio for my private yoga workout. When I go in, she always greets me with a smile and welcomes me with a high five. It is the highlight of the week for me. She inspires, motivates, and builds my self-confidence. We use a variety of techniques including stretching, deep breathing, posture and mat work, and many other exercises. The tools I have learned have improved my vision, mobility (especially in the neck), flexibility, endurance, stamina, mood, and general stress levels. What’s really amazing is the improvement in my everyday activities (when we first started working together it was a challenge to get up and down off of the floor, and now it is no problem at all). I continue to get stronger in all aspects of my body and life. Kat is fun to work with as I’m always learning something new from her. I highly recommend Kat and give her a five star rating.“
-David Bates (90 yrs), Birmingham, AL

“Kat’s strengths lie in her deep understanding of people, relationships and the potential we all hold in taking charge of our lives. In just a few development sessions with Kat, she gave me some very practical tools to improve my personal relationships, and most importantly the confidence to put them into action. She is a great listener and empathetic coach. I couldn’t recommend her enough.“
-Stephanie Cusack, Australia

“I was a student of Kathryn’s in early 2019 and it is no exaggeration to say that she lives her craft. Her knowledge about yoga and related subjects is considerable and she is very forthright, answering questions honestly and with accessible language. The atmosphere she establishes in her classes is a familial and non-judgmental one, and her attention to form and provision of modifications for all levels of skill is the best I’ve experienced. As we developed a friendship over time I saw that her persona as a teacher was not a persona at all, but an extension of who she is as a person. Mindfulness, sense of calm, knowledge, humility, discernment, patience and positive outlook are qualities she works at constantly and brings to bear outside of the studio as well as within.
As a final note, Kathryn applies a logical rigor and internal consistency to her train of thought which is laudable and which appeals to me as someone who fancies myself rational. I never felt like I was getting a half-truth or guess from her, but rather I felt that the subjects she spoke on and the assertions she made were a function of theoretical learning backed by experience. I look forward to training with her again and will seek her out as a mentor at some point down the future as I elevate my own practice into the realm of teaching.”
-Andre Guantanamo, Canada

“Magnetic and radiant are the first words that come to mind when I think about this amazing soul. Her love of life and enthusiasm for her craft is evident in all she does. She flows on and off the mat with grace, a beautiful sense of humor, and acceptance of herself and others exactly as they are while always encouraging self-reflection and growth. As a yoga instructor and coach, Kat is passionate, knowledgeable, and FUN. I cannot speak highly enough of my experience collaborating with Kat, on a professional level, and as one of her students. As a person, Kat embodies authenticity and kindness, and radiates light and joy. Her positive energy is contagious. If you’re reading this and have the opportunity to spend time working with and learning from Kat, please do yourself the favor and don’t hesitate. You will become a better version of yourself by doing so!“
-Amy Marino, Costa Rica

“Kathryn is extremely accommodating to one’s needs and quirks which speaks volume of not just her qualities but also her maturity. She is an amazing yoga instructor but an even greater person. Her guidance made our yoga retreat truly restorative.”
-Cheah Cheong Wai, Malaysia

“I have had the honor of taking privates with Kathryn. Put aside the fact that she is a dear friend and sister to me. She is working with my body in ways that I have needed since birth. I wept during the first private we had together when she physically and energetically opened the space in my lungs, allowing me to take my first real breath…maybe ever. Lastly, she is an empowering teacher, emphasizing that I already have the power and skill; she is just there to help me access it. Spend an hour with her; it will be the best hour you have ever spent.”
-Hannah Conzelman, Birmingham, AL

“Kat brings people together in a way that makes them feel comfortable to be totally themselves. If you want yoga in your life, you need to follow this girl. Not only on Facebook, but around the world. Just finished a 7 day retreat with her in Borneo, Malaysia. Absolutely amazing.”
-Nicola Samson, United Kingdom

“Kat is one of the most positive, bright, shining people I know. In her presence I feel very much myself because she’s so comforting and genuinely a gorgeous person to be around. She never fails to motivate me, providing me with the tools to step outside of my comfort zone whilst giving me security with her presence. Most importantly she’s pushed me to chase my dreams! For a long time I’ve been dreaming of being a tattoo artist, and her encouragement gave me the initial push to put myself out there. This was a year and a half ago, and now I find myself making big steps within an apprenticeship, not far off from doing my own tattoos! This would never have happened without her motivation and trust in my talent. I’m so grateful every day and sure as hell will give her free tattoos for a lifetime.”
-Stacey Sykes, Germany

“Her yin classes bring you to another world…”
-Ghislain Beauchamp, Canada

“Till I met Kat, I never practiced yoga on a regular basis. Once in a while I tried a couple of classes with different teachers, but never held it as a day-to-day practice. Now, I practice almost every day! It’s the first thing I do and it just makes me feel amazing. It’s become a part of my life, and that’s because of Kat! She showed me how to develop my own practice. Her classes are super comfortable, the body is working and the mind is peaceful. Not to mention the great music and seamlessly woven spiritual themes!
No words! Amazing.”
-Ofri Marshak, Israel

“Sweet, caring, inclusive, passionate, incredibly knowledgeable, fun to be around, always a warm smile. This is Kat! I had an extraordinary nine day retreat experience learning from this young, wise lady. If you want to dig deeper into your life or practice, I highly recommend her yoga classes. I loved it. I will always keep Kat and my ‘everyday healthy tools’ in my heart.”
-Val Sekse, Norway

“Kat gets you back into it in a way that flows and feels natural, each class special and thoughtfully curated to make you feel comfortable back on the mat. Off the mat, Kat is a kind, approachable and wholesome woman that made the time spent on our retreat a very dear one. […] She has a beautiful soul. I am leaving a different person!”
-Marta Sal, Spain

“The reason I fell in love with yin! Dedicated and driven when it comes to her practice, Kat is an amazing teacher. From her dharma to her playlists toher adjustments…I could go on and on! She loves what she does and you can tell.”
-Sophia Stone, Canada