In 2001, Niki answered the call of her heart and became a yoga instructor in Los Angeles, where she began to share her knowledge of alignment principles and heart-opening yoga philosophy. Niki creates safe spaces for people to have their own unique experiences and offers many modifications to make her classes accessible to everybody. Niki's joy is infectious and her playful attitude creates an inclusive community atmosphere. Niki is also a NIA black belt. She lives in Richmond, VA with her family.