Crystal is the creator of the wild, magical, not-your-average yoga movement known as The Velvet Mat.
She is a RYT-500 with Yoga Alliance and an all-levels-friendly yoga teacher who loves welcoming newbies to the mat. Her goal? To make sure no one ever feels intimidated to try yoga — and that everyone has a damn good time doing it. Her classes are where strength meets soul and playlists hit just right. With certifications from The Rising Heart, CorePower Yoga, and NASM in Group, Personal Training, and Corrective Exercise, she blends power, precision, and presence into every flow. Oh… and she’s also a certified Black Belt in Hapkido (yes, she can kick over your head, but she’d much rather help you into crow pose 🖤).
Crystal doesn’t just teach yoga — she curates experiences. From rooftop rituals to grunge flows, kitten & puppy yoga to tequila-soaked sunsets, she creates themed yoga events that turn movement into magic. Whether she’s building community across Tampa Bay or vibing out at a pop-up, she shows up with heart, humor, and a whole lot of edge.
This isn’t standard studio life.
It’s a velvet revolution. Come for the movement, stay for the magic 💫