ABOUT

MIMI RIEGER

“ Mimi Rieger helped me discover so many things— physical strength, a new community, and my teacher voice. My life has been forever changed by deciding to join MIMI RIEGER| YOGA ” 

ABOUT

Mimi Rieger, E-RYT® 500, is an internationally recognized yoga teacher and founder-proprietor of the in-person and virtual MIMI RIEGER YOGA | STUDIO, the Power of Teaching yoga teacher training program and PureFitnessDC, LLC. Rooted in over 25 years of practicing and teaching with a deep commitment to cultivating intelligent and intentional movement along with her passion for serving, she studies in an array of schools of yoga including Ashtanga, Rocket Vinyasa, Progressive Ashtanga, Budokon, Vinyasa, Yin and Forrest Yoga. She curates and facilitates experiences and provides tools for finding more love, joyfulness and countless opportunities to celebrate life!

MISSION

At the heart of her mission, Mimi provides tools to lay the foundation for building the architecture of a balanced and peaceful lifestyle. She uses her multi-disciplinary approach to teach an informed variety of offerings and trains both teachers and students alike in the U.S. and abroad, leading workshops, retreats, master classes and charity-driven, community development events.

She has taught First Lady Michelle Obama, influential public figures, professional sports teams, corporate wellness programs, executive retreats, global yoga festivals, summer programs and private clients.

CERTIFICATIONS

Mimi received her first teaching certification from the Ashtanga Yoga Center in Washington, D.C. and began teaching journey in 2003. Always a student herself, she has studied and trained under an array of schools of yoga, including Ashtanga Yoga, Rocket Vinyasa Yoga, Progressive Ashtanga, Budokon and Forrest Yoga.

  • 500hr Yoga Teacher Training Certification

  • 200hr Yoga Teacher Training Certification

  • Reiki Level 1 & 2 Certification

  • Yin Yoga Certified | Mindfulness Meditation

  • Forrest Yoga Advanced Training

  • Rocket Vinyasa Yoga System

  • Progressive Ashtanga

  • Pre-Natal Certification

  • Brown Belt, Budokon

  • Regional Yoga Director of Budokon International,
    DC, VA & MD, 2005-2013

TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

In her teaching philosophy, Mimi believes in encouraging students to explore their yogic journey with curiosity, courage and to find a safe and nurturing place in community. Designing methods to discover a confident sense of energetic power along with a graceful sense of ease is paramount in Mimi’s teaching.  She leads with compassion at the helm and honors the path of each student as they seek a cohesive awareness of body, mind, and spirit.

TEACHER TRAINING

Witnessing a student’s growth and journey is Mimi’s greatest passion and JOY! She hosts yearly 200hr and 300hr teacher training programs in addition to teacher professional development programs and series for continuing education for certified teachers.

COLLABORATION

Mimi is honored to serve on leadership and organizational boards to help further their mission and champion their outreach. Mimi utilizes her 20 years of experience to offer consulting services to organizations, businesses and schools by establishing programs and platforms for “best practices” to further their reach and relevance in the wellness realm. She is featured in health and wellness articles, publications, videos, podcasts and blogs. As an energized connector, she is thrilled to serve as a lululemon Legacy Ambassador and served as a brand ambassador for Manduka, Sweetgreen, Kind Snacks and The Trip Tribe. In addition, Mimi co-created a yoga clothing line along with her with signature ‘Sport the Skul’l swag clothing line for her Power of Teaching yoga teacher training program and studio community.

PRIVATE OFFERINGS

Mimi offers weekly classes, workshop series, private instruction, teacher enrichment, corporate wellness, teacher training programs, and international retreats. She also advises yoga studios, gyms and organizations on market trends in the fitness industry, building yoga schedules/programs, and creating teaching curriculums. She is inspired to create and curate the framework to promote and build dynamic, knowledgeable, sustainable and healthful cultures for her beloved students and wellness clients.