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In International Online Community

WeTravel featured Michelle Chua and Root 2 Rise Yoga in their Blog Article, Thoughtful Application of Technology Fosters a Spirit of Inclusion, on May 26, 2020.

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In Local Community

ShoutoutLA features Michelle Chua and Root 2 Rise Yoga in their November issue. Read the article here.

2016 Brand Ambassadors at Athleta Sherman Oaks
Athleta's national "Power of She" campaign promotes community among wellness-minded women who stand together to uplift, inspire and support each other in leading an active positive lifestyle. Michelle Chua was selected as a community active-lifestyle leader to represent Athleta Sherman Oaks in their "Power of She" campaign. Read Athleta's Chi Blog here featuring Michelle and fellow ambassadors sharing their story of why they practice yoga. For the full narrative, check out our yoga lifestyle blog here.

On Print Media

Read about the founding of Root 2 Rise Yoga, a community business, featured on
Voyage LA Magazine's May 2017 issue here.

On Wellness YouTube Channels

Pretty Motivated Wellness Lifestyle Channel with Trina Jones Trina interviews Michelle about the benefits of yoga on Pretty Motivated's Wellness Wednesdays.

X-tatic Life Fitness Vlog with Manny Manny interviews Michelle about her path to yoga.

CA State University Northridge Student Life Vlog CSUN film students interview Michelle, a professor of yoga at CSU Northridge, about the style and benefits of yoga that she facilitates.

In Music Videos

In We R One, project envisioned by Chinyere of Island Groove to spread the message of love and unity in diversity, Michelle demonstrates soul movement.

On Root 2 Rise Yoga's YouTube Channel

Subscribe to Root 2 Rise Yoga's You-Tube channel here to practice yoga with Michelle from wherever you are whenever you choose. Enjoy our live Zoom Yoga class archives and short tutorials on yoga, meditation and more!

On TV Show, The Best of Southern California

Watch an episode featuring Root 2 Rise Yoga, including interviews with our yoga community.

Article Publications Authored by Michelle

Check out Michelle's article, 5 Ways to Uplift Your Mood with Gratitude in LA Yoga's November 2015 issue.

Broke Girls Guide featured Michelle's article, "How to Practice Yoga at Home," on a budget. Read about her tips here.

Wing Chun Life featured Michelle's article, "Yoga for Martial Artists," on integrating yoga into your martial arts practice. Read about her article here.

REviews of Root 2 Rise Yoga with Michelle chua:

Michelle truly lives out what she teaches. She is so much more than a yoga teacher - I learned this when I went on her exquisitely curated trip that she organized to Costa Rica this past June 2018...Hopefully like me, you'll be delighted by her effervescent love of movement, nature, and all people!
-Rebekah B. (Virginia, USA) *See more YE LP Reviews

Michelle clearly stands out with her beautiful and bright energy. I love how her practice and teaching encompass body, mind and spirit. She not only teaches yoga but lives and exudes it.
-Marianne Manes (Los Angeles, CA)

Michelle not only teaches 'yoga', she embodies it fully with her heart and soul...
-Christin M. (Los Angeles, CA) *See more YELP Reviews

Michelle is by far one of the best instructors I've ever had, period. Patient, clear in her explanations and demos, and so encouraging...
-Jessica L. (North Hollywood, CA) *See more YELP Reviews

My first yoga class was with Michelle years ago. You can have the best (yoga pose) sequence and not teach from your heart. With Michelle, I also feel her passion when I'm in her class. I can see she loves what she does, and she inspired me to want to teach yoga, too.
-Janette Guzman (Certified Yoga Teacher in Northridge, CA)

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I'm so grateful to have met Michelle! Her kind energy opened up my interest in pursuing yoga and meditation. She is such an incredibly light and soul. She starts with grounding ourselves through mindfulness and breathing exercise. She brings the most authentic energy to the class by sharing the history and understanding behind poses, names, and techniques. I truly appreciate her work and impact on my well-being!
-N.C. on Yelp!

I’ve had dozens of instructors over the years, but Michelle is far and away the best yoga mentor I’ve ever practiced with. She epitomizes grace during these difficult times. Michelle has saved my sanity and my back while working from home, keeping me grounded with her sharing of yogic teachings and meditation techniques. Her repertoire of physical asanas is encyclopedic, and I’ve loved learning new poses and stretching my boundaries. Jump in, all. You’ve got this!
- Cathleen Fager (Attends Zoom Yoga Classes)