"Ruth’s method of teaching is done in such a fashion that you work hard. Yet she uses humor, making the class enjoyable and leaving you with a sense of peace and tranquility." – Rosie Christiansen, yoga student

Ruth Ann Bradley is the founder and owner of the Yoga Institute of Broward, Broward County's first Iyengar Yoga studio. Her yoga practice has spanned  over 25 years, and she has been teaching yoga for over 10 years.

A licensed massage therapist, Ruth Ann brings her extensive neuromuscular and rehabilitative knowledge into her teaching to students of all levels. She also imparts her love of Iyengar Yoga to her students, who find her classes dynamic, challenging, and complete.

She is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor, and has studied in India with the Iyengar family.

A certified Iyengar yoga teacher is trained in the Iyengar yoga style and is knowledgeable about props to use and modifications to make so that anyone, especially those with injuries or past injuries, can practice yoga safely.

The certification is a rigorous and difficult one to earn. It entails teacher training for a minimum of two years. The teacher learns how to make subtle adjustments with the use of props, and must thoroughly understand a range of problems faced by individuals.

Once teacher training is completed, the student then completes a theory paper and sits an exam which includes demonstration of asanas, pranayama, and teaching skills before a board of certified Iyengar instructors. The applicant's "quality" of practice, not just years of practice, is also taken into consideration before he or she is granted Iyengar certification.

a sign of excellence, clarity, and
depth of understanding