MEGAN J. HOEFFNER
M.S., ERYT500+, YACEP | INTERNATIONAL YOGA TEACHER & CERTIFIED SOUND HEALING PRACTITIONER
NAME
Megan J. Hoeffner
LOCATION
Ocean City, MD
Nicaragua/International
AGE
36
MORE THAN JUST A TEACHER
Megan J. Hoeffner, a luminous presence in the world of yoga, is more than just a teacher; she is a guide on the journey to self-discovery and inner transformation. With a background deeply rooted in movement and a lifelong passion for exploration, Megan's journey began as a classical ballet dancer. For 24 years, she immersed herself in the discipline, honing her skills and understanding of the body's innate capacity for expression and grace.
However, it was through a serendipitous encounter with yoga that Megan found her true calling. Yoga, with its profound ability to heal and connect, became not just a practice but a lifeline. It rescued her from the depths of despair and led her to her dharma—the path of guiding others towards becoming their most embodied and aligned selves.
HER STORY
Megan's transition from classical ballet to personal training and group fitness was a natural evolution, each step informing the next in her journey of self-discovery. Through yoga, she found a holistic approach to wellness that resonated deeply with her spirit, guiding her towards a deeper understanding of the mind-body connection and the transformative power of breath and movement.
Fuelled by her own transformative experience, Megan founded The Embodied Warrior Retreat Company in 2017—a sanctuary where individuals can embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal empowerment. Through her company, Megan offers international & local US based yoga retreats that blend guided yoga, meditation, and sound healing, creating sacred spaces for individuals to reconnect with their inner selves and cultivate radical self-love.
Driven by her passion for empowering others, Megan established The Embodied Warrior School of Yoga 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in 2022—a comprehensive program designed to equip aspiring teachers with the tools and knowledge to lead others on the path of self-realization. Drawing from her extensive experience and deep understanding of yoga's transformative potential, Megan guides her students to step into alignment with their power and live authentically in their truth.
As a multi-dimensional being dedicated to illuminating the energetic aspects of yoga and the self, Megan embodies fearless love in every aspect of her teaching. With boundless enthusiasm and unwavering dedication, she invites her students to embark on a journey of self-discovery, guiding them towards becoming the most embodied and aligned versions of themselves. Megan's mission is not merely to teach yoga but to inspire and empower others to embrace their innate potential and shine brightly in the world.
DEGREES, CERTIFICATIONS, TRAININGS:
Bachelor’s of Arts: Dance Performance- 2010, Winthrop University
200hr RYT- 2013, Om My Yoga Academy, Ocean City, MD
Master’s of Science: Applied Health Physiology, Salisbury University
300hr RYT- 2017, Zuna Yoga, Bali
80hr Aerial Yoga- 2018, Zenna Wellness, Berlin, MD
100hr Sound Healing Training- 2019, The Yoga Forrest, Guatemala
300hr RYT- 2024, With Grace & Joy, Sri Lanka
TEACHING HISTORY
Yogavibez, 2013-2017
Zenna Wellness, 2015-current
Powerhouse Gym, 2010-2020
Soul Yoga Studio, 2013-2018
SUNY Brockport, 2014
OC Beach Yoga, June 2019-current
Salisbury University, 2015-2017, Kinesiology, Fitness Instruction
Rancho Santana Nicaragua, Dec 2018-current
Magnific Rock, 2018-2023
Pure Yoga Studios, 2020-current
Verdad Nicaragua, Mar-Aug 2020
Kenya, Feb 2024
INTERNATIONAL & LOCAL RETREATS
2017, El Salvador
2018, Nicaragua
2019, Costa Rica, Nicaragua
2019, Tulum
2020, Hawaii
2021, Princess Anne, MD
2022, Sugarloaf MTN, Cape Charles, MD
2023, Tulum, Sugarloaf MTN, Rock Hall, MD
2024, Kenya, Berlin, MD, Sugarloaf MTN, Costa Rica
WORKSHOPS & EVENTS
Pranayama: Power of Breath
Bandhas & Mudras
Your Brain is Plastic: Neuroplasticity & Meditation
Meditation 101
Inversions & Arm Balances
The Embodied Warrior School of Yoga 200hr Yoga Teacher Training
- Yoga History
- Yoga Philosophy
- Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiology
- Yoga Asana
- Class Sequencing
- Pranayama
- Meditation
- Energetics, Chakras
- Business of Yoga
- Yoga Ethics
100 hr Sound Healing Facilitator Training
