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Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce592c8732098000152407a/1562799612660-24TM95COB0O3E0OQGAXA/Madeleine.jpg Our Instructors - First Name Last name Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. 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When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://www.kirsten-miahickey.com/services daily 0.75 2026-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4bf8ab773e7329dd072d77/50619ee7-b71b-4d95-8e4b-7d55ac156540/Buddha.jpg Services - Yoga, Breath, Movement & Fitness I have training and experience in a variety of styles of Yoga Asana, Meditation, sound/gong meditation and breathwork-pranayama. Over the course of my life, I have been into various sports, fitness modalities and all forms of movement. Whether you’re just getting started or wanting to improve your awareness and technique in practice, I have worked with all levels and bodies and continue to learn and increase my knowledge through my own Practice, study and training. Over the last 3 years I have focused on diving deeper into various forms of functional fitness training, HiiT, Muay Thai, mobility, core and ground-work, Primal Moves and Qigong to add this knowledge and experience to share with others on their journey of health. An overview of what I share and offer: Dynamic Yoga Asana (Hatha, vinyasa, Ashtanga, flow, Aerial) Restorative Yoga (Restorative, Iyengar approach, somatic, Yin, chair) Breathwork to Pranayama (Lineage of Tiwari - Kuvalayananda) Meditation, Yoga Nidra, Sound Bath, basic mantra/chanting Qigong Strength, core, cardio, mobility training Primal Moves Movement Practice incl ground, partner, prop work Healthy Eating and supplements advice Trained Chef Workshops, trainings, retreats Mentorship, coaching, guidance, support Consulting & management outsourcing Online and in Person - Beginner to advanced Reiki Are you a yoga teacher that hosts your own 200hr TT’s? I offer and teach an in depth, detailed approach to breathwork and classical pranayama which I can present online as part of the required training hours by Yoga Alliance. Reach out if this resonates with you, I’d love to discuss further. Get in touch to come on retreat at Samahita in Thailand, either on the Yoga and Fitness program or with a group of friends on your own tailor-made program. I’m always keen to collaborate with other teacher’s and like-minded humans to create that special, memorable retreat or training. Get in touch! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4bf8ab773e7329dd072d77/30d7fc1e-0fd7-4087-9527-b1c5f97f2b49/121966010_4557075514367721_6963523673457650219_n.jpg Services - Private Chef & Dietary guidance Trained at Christina Martin School of Food and Wine in 2000, I have many years of experience locally in SA and in the UK. I’m continuously researching and diving into books and articles on nutrition, diet, food production, farming, agriculture and the environment, which all have an impact on our health. As part of my wellbeing mentorship, I offer simple cooking and healthy eating advice that is tailor-made, for you and the family to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Or if you are hosting a retreat and can’t do it all yourself, I can take care of the kitchen for you! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4bf8ab773e7329dd072d77/56251f7e-8bf9-42f5-8078-695eb6a4dd7f/IMG_20230312_153820_465.jpg Services - Well-Being Having always enjoyed the outdoors, animals and the natural world, I love getting my hands in the soil and gardening. Being a trained chef with an interest in gardening, farming, Ayurveda, science and the natural world, I feel it is important to understand HOW our food is grown and what impact it has on the environment as well as the human body. Through my own ongoing research, self-study and experience, I believe current diet culture and labelling is not sustainable or healthy in the long term. We are all unique individuals, with different needs, living in different parts of the planet and must use our resources wisely to create a healthy, happy sustainable future. Need help with guidance in health, fitness and spirituality? Are you a yoga teacher that would benefit from ongoing mentorship and support? I am a certified level 2 Reiki practitioner and am available for in person sessions. Get in touch with me to discuss your needs or set up an appointment. https://www.kirsten-miahickey.com/our-instructors-5 daily 0.75 2026-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c5a514d65019f01a2cb2be5/1554919226465-10GBNZ6JOH0Y4BD3RIVR/team1.jpeg Our Instructors - First Name Last name Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce592c8732098000152407a/1562799612660-24TM95COB0O3E0OQGAXA/Madeleine.jpg Our Instructors - First Name Last name Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. 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He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce592c8732098000152407a/1562799612660-24TM95COB0O3E0OQGAXA/Madeleine.jpg Our Instructors - First Name Last name Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. https://www.kirsten-miahickey.com/our-instructors-3 daily 0.75 2026-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5c5a514d65019f01a2cb2be5/1554919226465-10GBNZ6JOH0Y4BD3RIVR/team1.jpeg Our Instructors - First Name Last name Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ce592c8732098000152407a/1562799612660-24TM95COB0O3E0OQGAXA/Madeleine.jpg Our Instructors - First Name Last name Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. https://www.kirsten-miahickey.com/about daily 0.75 2026-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e4bf8ab773e7329dd072d77/5e47b437-c01b-4048-9ab0-9cc6c7ab8962/Bio+pic+1.jpg About - ABOUT ME… Kirsten-Mia Hickey Hello! I am Kirsten-Mia - a Yoga, fitness & movement teacher, experienced hospitality manager, trained chef and wellbeing mentor from Durban, South Africa. Travelling and living in a variety of countries, whilst experiencing different cultures, has given me invaluable experiences and life lessons. Having initially trained and worked as a chef, my path took me to selling luxury motor vehicles, and eventually finding Yoga, fitness and movement. From the first Yoga class I took, I knew ultimately that teaching this ancient and rewarding practice would be more of a focus in my life. I have completed my 200 and 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings at Samahita in Thailand under the guidance of Paul Dallaghan, providing me with the skills necessary to teach and instilling in me the importance of a balanced and holistic approach to yoga and life. With my natural curiosity and through continued exploration, learning, teaching and practice, I have discovered a passion for a variety of approaches to movement, Yoga and fitness modalities whilst focusing on daily pranayama and meditation. I always ensure that all students feel welcome, included and safe and bring a sense of humour, joy and curiosity to the practice in every class. I continue to learn and practice with Mary Taylor, Richard Freeman, Ariel and Paul here at Samahita. I have an inquisitive mind and keen interest in learning about a vast array of subjects, I’ve always got a few books on the go, listening to podcasts and researching articles and information online. I’ve been involved in many different sports and hobbies over the years, from athletics, dancing, gymnastics, hockey and tennis, to bodyboarding and golf! I now enjoy hiking, snorkeling, walking on the beach, chilling with my cat and a good book and having a great conversation over a good cup of coffee! Follow @kirstenmia.hickey and @breatheandplay.home on Insta and FB, and send me an email: kirstenhickey.kmh@gmail.com if you’d like to be added to my newsletter/blog or whats app group. 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