Karuna is the sanskit word for compassion; the ancient and universal principle that we should treat others the way that we would like to be treated. Karuna Yoga is rooted in the belief that this is the highest calling of all  yogis and that people should be our first and highest priority.  

Ellie Clarke (E-RYT 500) has been teaching yoga in Washington DC since 2011. She completed a 200 hour Hatha Yoga Training in 2011, Peak Pilates Mat Training in 2012, David Kyle's 200 hour Progressive Ashtanga immersion in 2013, and Ariele Folster's Yoga Anatomy Academy in 2016. Most recently, she completed Mark Stephens 300 Hour+  Advanced Teacher Training in Santa Cruz, CA in 2017. She offers challenging, but compassionate studio classes in addition to private and corporate sessions.