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Shanika Benoit

I’m Shanika, an NCS, yoga teacher and breathwork guide devoted to helping moms and busy parents slow down and reconnect with their bodies. My work is rooted in gentle movement, calming breath practices, and honoring where you are—without pressure or perfection. I believe rest is allowed, softness is powerful, and healing doesn’t have to be rushed.

My approach to yoga is slow, nurturing, and deeply supportive. I believe yoga doesn’t need to be intense or performative to be effective. Sometimes the most powerful healing happens when we soften, slow down, and listen to our bodies. Many of the women I work with feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from themselves—often, after caring for everyone else first. My work creates a safe space to come back home to your breath, your body, and your inner sense of calm.

New Heartbeats LLC (August 2020 – Present)

Job Title: Founder/Owner

Yogabody - Yoga Teachers College

Vinyasa Flow Teacher Training

Certificate (September In Progress)

Delighted to Doula/CAPPA

Lactation Education

CAPPA Certified Lactation Educator (May 2021)

Newborn Care Solutions

Newborn Care Specialist

Certified Newborn Care Specialist (January 2020)

Yogabody - Yoga Teachers College

Breath Coach

Certificate (April 2022)

Writing Poetry, Latin Dancing, Yoga!
Breath Coach - Whiskey Category
Breath Coach - Balance Breathing
BreathCoach - Coffee Category
Immersion 2 Final Teaching Exam
Anatomy presentation - with slides