"All this creation is soaked with supreme consciousness.”

— Swami Lakshmanjoo

Rebekah is a playful and dedicated practitioner, teacher trainer, and co-founder of Upaya School of Yoga, Tantra, and Ayurveda in Denver, Colorado.

Introduced to yoga and meditation as a teenager, she’s spent 15+ years immersed in the study and practice of Nondual Shaiva–Shakta Tantra and Yoga.

Trained in Hatha, Vinyasa, and Restorative Yin, her teaching is an ever-evolving synthesis of the many teachers and traditions that continue to shape her path, infused with her own experience and voice.

In her classes, Rebekah approaches physical and energetic alignment not as a dogmatic set of universal rules, but as a dynamic exploration that shifts from moment to moment and person to person. Skillfully able to teach both brand new beginners and experienced practitioners, she credits her dedication to remaining a student as her own practice and understanding continue to deepen.

Considered a teacher’s teacher by her community, she is sought out for her clear cues that weave anatomy-informed alignment and poetic imagery, and her ability to make complex ideas accessible, less so for her off-the-cuff dad jokes.

By sharing the wisdom of Yoga and Tantra with reverent levity, Rebekah hopes to invite others into a deeper relationship with themselves and a more intimate, curious engagement with life.

“I would love to live like a river flows, carried by the surprise of its own unfolding.” — John O’Donohue

  • If I had to describe Rebekah’s classes with one word it’s: intention. Every single cue that she uses has an intention rooted in alignment and anatomy. Her sequences are intentionally and intelligently developed to get you safely to new peaks that you didn’t believe were possible before. And to tie it all together her theming integrates with the sequence and postures. However, if I got a second word to describe Rebekah’s classes it would be community. She is dedicated to growing the yoga community around her and always welcomes new faces with warmth and kindness, while greeting returning yogis like long lost family. I could go on and on about her classes, but it is something you should experience for yourself. So get on your mat with Rebekah and get ready to deepen the love you have for your practice.

    Nic R.

  • Rebekah has been one of the most formidable components in my yoga journey - hands down. Coming from a couch-to-marathon running routine in my athletic career and lifestyle, I never placed much emphasis on recovery, wellness, or mindfulness in my performance plan. Since I’ve started practicing with Rebekah I’ve not only learned how to focus more on what my body is telling me, but how my mind reacts to the stress and strain of committing to such a high-performance sport. Many yoga classes I've attended in the past led me to believe that it was all about deep stretching and flexibility, but Rebekah has provided new meaning and depth to how adopting and dedicating yoga into your life can help in more ways than one. She's an amazing teacher who dedicates time and energy to her students and puts herself in their shoes to find out the most effective, efficient, and beneficial solutions. If you have an opportunity to practice or study with her, you're guaranteed to have a good time and walk away feeling more knowledgeable and aware of your body and mind.

    Shane L.