Gerard C. Buffo, MD, FACR, blends his 31 years of experience in Western medicine with Eastern practice, teaching students, treating patients, and researching ways to improve the delivery of care.

Toshiro M. student story

Aron S. had the unique opportunity to use yoga to change the culture of an entire facility.

Toshiro Miura is on faculty for the Kripalu School of Yoga and owner of Yoga of Life, a Kripalu Affiliate Studio in Japan.

Jess Frey is a 1,000-hour Kripalu Yoga educator, life coach, and artist who has been devoted to the Kripalu path for more than a decade. She has served in a variety of roles, including lead faculty for R&R, the Kripalu Schools, and currently facilitates yoga, meditation, breathwork, sound, and silent retreats. Jess also designs and develops curriculum for Kripalu’s experiential programs and workshops.

Mark Roule, RYT 500, is a Kripalu Yoga teacher and outdoor guide who holds qigong teacher certifications with the Elixir Light and IIQTC schools, and is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapists.

Erin Casperson, Lead Kripalu Faculty and Director of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda, is passionate about sharing how the ancient practices of Ayurveda can be applied to modern-day living.

Steven Leonard is a faculty member for the Radiance Sutras School of Meditation, the Kripalu School of Yoga and has been leading teacher trainings for more than a decade.

Cat Pacini, a graduate of the Kripalu Schools of Ayurveda and Massage, teaches Kripalu R&R workshops, provides Ayurvedic consultations, and offers bodywork at Kripalu.

Iona M. Smith, MEd, CYT 500, a yoga educator focused on bringing mindful resilience to those who need it most, is a Kripalu RISE™ facilitator and a Program Leader for Kripalu Yoga in the Schools.