Martha’s yoga journey spans more than three decades, weaving together ancient wisdom and modern understanding. From Manhattan’s urban landscape to India’s sacred spaces, she studied under renowned teachers and deepened her practice.

A multilingual educator, Martha’s diverse background enriches her teaching approach. Her academic journey spans from Columbia University to advanced degrees in creative writing and global business. Because she’s taught at prestigious universities like Rutgers and NJIT and led teams at Fortune 500 companies, she brings invaluable real-world perspective and academic expertise to The Academy.

Her dedication to yoga education is reflected in her regular contributions to Natural Awakenings Magazine, her yoga publications available on Amazon, and her extensive certifications, including e500-RYT and YACAP with Yoga Alliance and e500-Hour certification from the World Yoga Federation of India. She continues to bridge Eastern and Western approaches to yoga, making ancient practices accessible to contemporary students.

Martha is uniquely positioned to support and mentor our global student population, and our students adore her! She shares the transformative power of yoga with warmth, wisdom, and scholarly insight, helping others discover their own path to wellbeing.