About
may you be filled with love and compassion, awareness and wisdom in all that you do
Myna = Asian Bird
myna birds symbolize unity
The word Myna represents a bird native to Southern Asia, specifically Pakistan and India. Often flocking together with others, Mynas have learned that they are stronger together. Through yoga, we understand that all life is connected, that we are in a relationship with others, and that we have a responsibility to care for one another. The best way to uplift our own lives is to do all that we can to uplift the lives of others, just like Mynas.
Origin of our Name
the word myna evokes feelings of love, trust, and connection
Myna was the name that Maheen’s Nani (grandmother) lovingly called her since she was a child. Maheen’s Nani was an inspirational and influential figure who showed her the power of a woman’s courage, strength, and grace. She persevered against many odds, and despite it all, she always had a sweet smile and met everyone with kindness. Maheen’s Nani passed away in November 2021. To Maheen, the word Myna reminds her of her grandmother and evokes feelings of love, trust, and unwavering connection.
What is Myna Yoga?
a space and practice that is bigger than the individual
Myna Yoga is a studio that embodies harmony, self-discovery, and community. Founded by Maheen Taqui, a Pakistani American, Myna Yoga is a space and practice that is bigger than the individual. Myna Yoga seeks to empower all bodies, especially Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), and offer a safe space for grounding, centering, and aligning body, breath, and intention. As a refugee, a person of color, and a foster mother, Maheen understands first-hand the complexities and challenges that underserved and BIPOC communities face. She also knows the impact that access to tools, such as yoga, can have on an individual’s well-being.
Why practice yoga?
mindfulness engenders awareness & compassion
Maheen’s love for yoga and passion for community service blossomed when she traveled throughout Southeast Asia in 2010. On her journey, she experienced the practice of meditation while living in a humble Buddhist temple in Northern Thailand. During her time, she taught English to the monks and worked with Burmese refugees. Here she learned how to still her mind and heart. Yoga has helped Maheen grow not only stronger and more flexible, but deeply connected and self-aware. She believes in creating classes that deepen connections and wants to leave her students with a strong sense of belonging and accomplishment.
Our Instructors
Learn about the faces behind our flow
Maheen Taqui
Owner | Yoga Instructor | Mindfulness Mentor
Maheen is the owner of Myna Yoga and is a 200-hour Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT), specializing in Hatha Raja Vinyasa.
She is a dedicated mother of four to Aun, Ayan, Amala, and Kinsley and a lifelong advocate for underserved communities. With a foundation in mindfulness and a passion for global exploration, Maheen brings empathy, leadership, and connection to her practice.
Rooted in purpose and guided by compassion, Maheen believes in the power of presence — and in creating spaces where every voice is heard, valued, and empowered.
Breathe with Maheen in:
🌿 Gentle Yoga
🦋 Myna Vinyasa
🪷 Mindfulness
Jasmin Jennifer
Yoga Instructor
Jasmin took her first yoga class seventeen years ago (with a little nudge from her sister) — and unknowingly stepped onto a lifelong healing path. A longtime middle school teacher and now certified yoga instructor, Jasmin brings deep care, calm, and clarity to every space she holds.
She believes healing opens the door to our inner wisdom — and her classes offer just that: space to slow down, soften, and reconnect with yourself.
Look for Jasmin in:
🌙 Evening Root & Restore
🌿 Afternoon Slow Flow
hailey brown
Yoga Instructor
Hailey began her yoga journey in 2015 and quickly discovered the grounding and transformative power of the practice. She completed her 200-hour training in traditional Hatha Yoga in India and holds a 50-hour Vinyasa certification.
Yoga has supported Hailey in building strength, flexibility, mental clarity, and a deeper connection with her body. As a teacher, she encourages students to move beyond what a pose “should” look like and explore variations that feel right for their unique bodies.
Outside the studio, she enjoys meditation, traveling, dancing, and spending time in nature.
Move with Hailey in:
💫 Evening Root to Rise
🌿 Afternoon Slow Flow
Leena rai
Yoga Instructor
Leena completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Ashtanga, Hatha, and Vinyasa yoga in Rishikesh, India, followed by a 50-hour Yin Yoga certification in Goa, India.
Proud to continue a long legacy of South Asian practitioners, Leena is passionate about creating an accessible and welcoming space. She views yoga as a tool for self-connection, empowerment, and radical acceptance.
Having recently returned from teaching across Southeast Asia, Leena strives to teach intentional sequences that balance mindfulness and challenge, inviting students to explore their practice with focus, awareness, and a sense of play.
Move with Leena in
💫 Evening Explore & Expand: An August Journey
ELIZabeth anthony
Yoga Instructor
Elizabeth has her 200 Hour Certification in the Hatha lineage, which she completed upon returning from service in the Peace Corps in a small country called the Gambia in West Africa. She took her practice even deeper with a 45 hour restorative yoga teacher training in 2022.
For almost a decade yoga has been a consistent anchor and embodiment practice in Elizabeth’s life. The study and practice of yoga and meditation have helped her find freedom and safety in her mind and body and she’s honored to share the medicine of movement, breath, and self awareness with you.
Move with Elizabeth in
🌿 Rise and Flow
💫 Evening Restore and Reflect
🦋 Saturday Morning Yoga