about tani
Tani Gerard is passionate about guiding others back home to themselves. Her classes offer a balance of grounding and expansion, blending movement with mindful connection. Drawing from a background in gardening and herbalism, she weaves elements of nature, seasonal rhythms, and self-care into her teachings, creating a practice that nurtures both body and spirit. She completed her 200-hour CYT at Sacred Moon School of Yoga and leads weekly classes at Sangha Haus in Grand Haven, Michigan, where she holds space for students every Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 am.
certifications & experience
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A foundational training rooted in the history and philosophy of yoga, including the Eight Limbs, the Yoga Sutras, pranayama, and meditation. I deepened my understanding of safe, aligned postures, functional anatomy, hands-on assists, and intentional cueing.
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In 2025, I had the joy of teaching weekly All-Levels Flow at Alchemy in Grand Haven (March–June) and continuing with the community as the studio became Sangha Haus (June–September). These classes wove together movement, meditation, and breathwork with a touch of seasonal intention.
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This 90-minute monthly workshop combines gentle flow, guided meditation, journaling, and space for community sharing. Designed to support clarity, release, and aligned action toward your dreams.
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When I’m not guiding yoga, you’ll find me working on my all-natural wellness brand offering handcrafted botanical products for bath, body, and self-care. Rooted in plant wisdom, seasonal cycles, and the belief that self-care is sacred, Unearthed Naturals is truly my labor of love.
my story
I started practicing yoga in college, mostly as a way to “rest” on my days off from volleyball. It helped my body recover from the impact of training and past injuries. At the time, I didn’t see it as anything more than a physical tool. Once I left the court, I left yoga behind as well. I thought I didn’t need it. I’d rather run, lift, and push myself harder.
A few years later, I found myself in a completely different rhythm: working a full-time office job, sitting for eight hours a day, and battling persistent back pain. Physical therapy helped, but when the world shut down during the pandemic, I was left to care for myself. Luckily, my PT had equipped me with a handful of exercises. Movements that, to my surprise, were all rooted in yoga.
Still, I wasn’t quite ready to walk into a studio. Life went on. The stress piled up. I was working a job that I thought was my "dream job", but instead I felt numb, disconnected, and depressed. One day, I saw a Facebook post for a free yoga class on the beach. I figured — why not? One group class couldn’t hurt.
That one class changed everything.
Something clicked that day. I felt present in a way I hadn’t for years. I signed up for a three-month challenge at a local studio, and from there, my life began to shift. My pain lessened. My mind quieted. I started to feel like myself again. Yoga didn’t just help me heal physically - it helped me come to peace with parts of my past I had pushed down for too long.
This practice became a lifeline. A returning. A remembering.
And now, I'm honored to share the gifts of this practice with you.
current offerings
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Elevate your practice with personalized flows and intentional themes designed just for you. I offer private yoga sessions for individuals, small groups, events, and businesses! Each session is tailored to meet your needs, pace, and goals.
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