ALexis Pendergraft
“I hope my students feel a sense of acceptance from me and for themselves, listen to excellent music because everyone needs an escape, and leave class feeling a bit lighter that day.”
Alexis loves her friends, family, her work as an attorney, and Carolina athletics.
Training and Education
Alexis is a former Division 1 athlete and has extensive experience coaching. She has been teaching yoga for five years. She trained under Claudia Chambers, founder of Raleigh NC Yoga, and looks to her as both teacher and mentor.
More About Alexis
Alexis’s approach to yoga is holistic and moves beyond a physical practice or fitness routine. She uses playlists to enhance the experience of her classes.
Get to Know Alexis
Alexis is inspired by the stillness and calm she finds on her mat. Her teaching is motivated by making yoga more accessible.
“Yoga does not need to be for the most flexible or graceful. Yoga can help manage stress, supplement an active lifestyle, challenge the body's capabilities, or mend relationships with one's sense of self.”
INSPIRATION
Reclined Butterfly
“I use this pose during Savasana to relax and release whatever is not serving me that day.”
FAVORITE POSE
Teaching Style
Alexis reminds yogis not to take yoga too seriously. She advocates for self compassion and urges yogis to meet their bodies where they are that day. Alexis provides a range of modifications and uses easy-to-follow cues. She isn’t afraid to slow down a flow and encourage yogis to take their time, listen to their bodies, and ditch expectations at the door. Alexis embodies a judgement-free practice and invites others to join her in this space.