Crystal Hetrick LMBT #12706
Classical Yoga Teacher
My Journey
Nature, Yoga, Massage & Bodywork! It's a gift to love what you do, to live the life you love, and love the life you live. I am blessed beyond measure to have discovered all I have along this journey. I found myself longing to be with nature and move my body and breathe deeply. I have found a deep appreciation for the wonder and majesty of life. I have gratefully found my path and I wish to share our innate ability to heal!
I began my studies in 2009. I attended the North Carolina School Of Yoga under the guidance of Chandra Om and my beloved teachers Ganesh, Lakshmi and Padma. I studied Hatha/Raja Classical Traditional Yoga and completed the 250 Hour,
Prenatal, and 500 Hour courses. It saved and changed my life. I am deeply grateful to have rediscovered this vast science. Just after completing Yoga Teacher Training, I started Massage School at the Body Therapy Institute. I was licensed and insured in 2012 in the state of North Carolina. I had an outstanding education with a holistic approach that aligned with my ideals from yoga school. The foundation of my bodywork practice is Presence, Breath, and Unconditional Positive Regard (UPR). I studied Myofascial Release, Swedish, Polarity Therapy, and Integrated modalities at BTI. I began studying Thai Massage shortly after becoming licensed and realized this is my jam! I have studied Thai Healing Arts & Thai Yoga Bodywork with Bob Haddad and Michael Sitzer. I have studied and trained in DeepFeet Silks Ashi with Brady Preyss in 2024. I became a Certified Forest Therapy Guide through The Forest Therapy School under the guidance of Regan Stacey and Julie Sczerbinski in 2024. Over the years I have taken courses in Ayurveda, Ashiatsu, Qi Gong, and more. I am a proponent of all things natural and live as close to Nature as possible. I am deeply grateful to all my teachers and the masters, Mother Earth, and this Life! It is my sincere wish that everyONE feels good and has a purposeful joyful life experience!
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In 2023 my beautiful 3 year old son Ravi transitioned from this physical plane. As a single Mother my life was dismantled. My inner guidance and intuition led me to the mountains, and I was able to find some healing in the forest. I spent months immersed in nature chasing waterfalls and hiking to heal. I found the forests hold me, silently support me and gently show me that we are all always connected. This journey living with this immense grief has shown me how very precious and fleeting this life is. It has propelled me into living consciously, joyfully, and to the fullest! Shine On Ravi!
Crystal is the best yoga instructor I have ever had. Unfortunately, I had to move away from the area and could not continue with her classes. I have tried to find another class like Crystal's and it's impossible!!! Her yoga not only makes you flexible, it makes you stronger physically and mentally. Her positivity and strength are an inspiration. - Cyndi C.
I have had a massage by Crystal. She has incredible healing hands. I appreciated her presence as it was focused on her caring touch and her ability to be present while delivering a skilled customized massage. If you have ever had a massage by someone who is in their head and not present you will know and feel the difference. Her technique and warming hands are therapeutic and healing. She walks the walk and talks the talk of health and that's who I want to facilitate my healing process. - Kerrie Desai - Fort Knox, KY
I have had back, hip, and a number of ailments caused by a career in the Army and over half of it as a paratrooper. For years I visited doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors and more. All of which provided little to no relief of chronic pain. Crystal, more than any medical professional provided me immediate and enduring relief. She is an expert technician, an artist, and a natural born healer. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of relief. -DOC
Yoga class with Crystal is deeply rooted in traditional yoga while she simultaneously breathes a fresh breath into the ancient practice. I leave each class feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and inspired. I am so grateful our paths crossed. As a yoga teacher myself, it can be difficult sometimes to find a teacher whose style aligns with mine - I am pleased to share that Crystal's glowing energy is shared with all she encounters. Her wisdom of the body and soul delights each spirit, each class. - Carli S.