About Donatella
MY DHARMA
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
MY TRAINING
My dharma—my sacred purpose—is to empower women to live with greater calm, clarity, and intention through the teachings of yoga and mindful living. I believe that when we nurture the body, quiet the mind, and open the heart to the Creator, we begin to transform from within.
I guide women ages 45–65 who feel overwhelmed or spiritually disconnected to rediscover their inner calm, reconnect with their spiritual center, and create a more intentional life—one breath, one choice, one practice at a time.
At the heart of my work is a deep desire to help people feel loved, welcomed, and accepted exactly as they are. I strive to create a community that feels like family—warm, supportive, and rooted in mutual respect. A place where we nurture one another, grow together, and honor the sacred journey of becoming more peaceful, more present, and more ourselves.
One quote that continues to guide my life and my teaching is Gandhi’s timeless wisdom:
“Be the change you want to see in the world.”
I believe that inner calm creates outer calm. When one woman finds peace within herself, she becomes a gentle force of love and presence for everyone around her.
MY TRAINING
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
MY TRAINING
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training(2011)
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts (SWIHA), Tempe, Arizona
300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training(2018)
Yoga Breeze Healing and Wellness Center, Cave Creek, Arizona
My Teachers:
I am grateful to have studied with many gifted teachers, including:
Christy Burnette, Astara Robinson, Kamini Desai, Jen Wheeler Smith, Michele Dante, Caroline Cucchiara, Mary Bruce, Gloria Allen, Steve Price, Rachel Albrecht-Rossi, and Christine Nun.
Additional Specialized Training (20+ hours each)
· Rewind Yoga Teacher Training for Successful Aging – YMedica (2014)
· Twelve Sets for Twelve Steps: Teaching Yoga to Those in Early Recovery (2014)
· Yoga for PTSD (2014)
· Pre and Post Natal Yoga – Dave’s Ashtanga, Scottsdale, AZ (2014)
· Yin Yoga Teacher Training – Yoga Pura, Phoenix, AZ (2015)
· Yoga Nidra Certification – Yoga Pura, Phoenix, AZ (2015)
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
My teaching is a blend of gentle movement, breathwork, spiritual awareness, and mindful living.
I guide from a place of calm presence and deep respect for your journey.
Whether you join me in person or online, my hope is that you feel embraced, supported, and inspired to create a more intentional, peaceful life—one rooted in connection with the Creator and with your true self.
Click "Learn More": If my approach resonates with you and you’d like to learn more, please feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to connect and answer your questions.
Instructors
DONATELLA
Donatella focuses on Hatha Yoga classes to help you build your foundation and knowledge of postures with safe and proper alignment.
Designations
Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher 500 Hours
