Turiya Guides
Co-Founders

Co Founder and Yoga Guide
David Westlake
David began yoga journey thirty years ago when introduced to meditation while studying religion and spirituality in his university days. This led him to study a variety of yoga texts, traditions and lineages before beginning to facilitate classes. After years of studio teaching he started Integration for those seeking to integrate numerous aspects of the practice in their lives. Along side Integration YGT, David works within a variety of corporations, correctional centers and non-profits offering different lifestyle based yoga trainings.
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Co-Founder and Yoga Guide
Darcy Stein
Darcy is a self described film enthusiast, lyric thief, hedonist, low-key badass yogi and most of all a co-founder for Turiya of Alaska
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Speciality Guides

Anatomy and Flow Guide
Tarah Lehman
Tarah comes to us with a wide range of life experience. Mother, massage therapist, university professor, medical student are just a few of the hats she wears in her journey. We are fortunate to have her bring a living passion for anatomy and self-understanding.
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Trauma Informed Yoga Guide
Jody Hassel
Jody is a teacher, artist and an active community member with a passion for social justice. Living and working in Fairbanks, Jody directs the Blossom House which offers trauma informed yoga to those seeking healing and deeper awareness.
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Meditation and Metta Guide
Melanie Lombard
Melanie brings a deep love for art, poetry and meditation. She offers a gentle invitation for folks to discover their creative and authentic selves. Her sessions help students step into a meditative path with compassion and self-care.
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