In 1996, Janet Stone traveled to India, the birthplace of her grandfather, where she met an inspiring yogi and embraced the path of yoga. Here, Janet explored the journey to knowledge with Prem Rawat (Maharaji), delved into Vipasana meditation, Buddhism, and studied the Bhagavad-Gita.

As she continued her travels, the yamas and niyamas organically unfolded in her life. After nearly two years on the road she returned home to Santa Monica, California and found herself melting into the journey of yoga. She studied under Bryan Kest and eventually discovered the teachings of Max Strom, who she has studied with for over eight years as he has imparted his dynamic, balanced, and heart-opening approach to Hatha yoga. Through her practice she experienced a magical transformation and a vast sense of equanimity in her physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. She continues to surround herself with inspirational and impassioned teachers like Rusty Wells, Shiva Rea, Dharma Mittra, and delights in the teachings of Ana Forrest, Rodney Yee, John Friend, Eric Schiffmann and many other wonderful guides. She currently follows the teachings of her 3 ½ year-old daughter, India and her 5 month-old, Lilianna who seem to shed the light on all things profound and wondrous.

Janet moved to San Francisco, California in 2001 and found herself apart of the radiant and sacred yoga community amidst the beautiful city. She teaches at Yoga Tree and leads retreats and intensives around the world.

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