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MY STORY
Anna (Cook) Bohacs
E-RYT 500, YACEP, Ayurvedic Health Counselor
yogini, friend, partner, mother, student, teacher
Through intuitive movement and mindfulness, I am in practice both on and off the mat. I completed my first teacher training in Asheville, North Carolina at Asheville Community Yoga. ACY is a donation-based yoga studio that operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It is here that the seed of yoga as service was planted. This service lives in the core of my offerings.
I completed my 300 hour yoga training and Ayurvedic Health Counselor certification at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. I have taught more than 2,000 hours of varying styles of yoga to varying populations.Yoga and Ayurveda together influence the lens through which I see the world, and the foundation upon which I teach.
My classes are slow enough to feel, intentional enough to transform, and grounded in philosophy that invites inquiry and discernment. I believe yoga is not about performing shapes, but about cultivating awareness—learning when to build heat, when to soften, and how to listen to the body’s wisdom.
My intention is to provide students and clients with space to reconnect to themselves in a way that is sustainable, honest, and deeply healing.
MY PATH TO THE PRACTICE
I had a blind date with yoga in Boston in 2009: a hot room, no water, no towel, no idea what the teacher was saying. It was miserable and when leaving that class I felt confident there would be no second date. Twelve years later, I've completed a 300-hour Ayurvedic teacher training at Kripalu, after completing a 200-hour training in 2014, and other smaller trainings between the two. I've taught over 1,000 hours and hope to teach many, many more. This is because yoga literally changed my life. While I was drawn to the practice for the guaranteed work out, I stayed with the practice because of the palpable shift I began to experience in my body and my mind.
Though I am very strong and able-bodied, I navigate life with a finicky immune response. I was diagnosed with connective tissue disorder, Sjogren's Syndrome, and Raynaud's as a senior in high school. My doctors supported me in the best way they could and offered medications to manage my symptoms and mitigate my discomfort. At one point, this looked like taking nine pills a day. I don't recall the point at which I thought, "hey, this doesn't make sense. I'm young," but that thought arose. With the support of friends and family, and my yoga practice, I stopped taking most of the medications. I changed my diet (hi, college). I became aware of my sleep habits (still looking at you, college). I went to yoga every day and began to find comfort in my body again. I began to trust my body and see it as strong, despite my limitations, again. Perhaps, to be transparent, I went a little yoga overboard. I swung from one direction to the other.
Lots has changed since 2009. The girl I was when I found yoga is not who I am today. My yoga practice is not nearly as physical as it once was. After three children, I am softer in my body and my mind. I am quicker to give grace to myself and to others. I know the quiet power I hold within me. I am living in practice as I experience life with my husband, my kids, my peers, and my fellow students. I am a teacher, yes, but I am forever a student. I am forever observing, exploring, learning, shifting, growing, and loving. I want you to be those things, too, and so I share the practice in the best way I know how.
Testimonials
If we are lucky enough in life, we encounter a human that is magical. A human that contributes whole heartedly to humanity. Anna is one of those souls. Each class is enlightening and grounding, leaving you with a feeling of being reset and rejuvenated. But most importantly, a little bit magical yourself. - Ash B
Anna’s classes are so special. Perfect combo of strength and calm. - Meghan B.
So fun! Anna had me cracking up, love her humor ❤️ - Lily D.
Anna is a beloved teacher everywhere she goes for a reason! Her classes are intentional and interesting. You will always walk away feeling better and having learned something. Also she’s hilarious and has the kindest heart, which shines through in her teaching. - Katie H.
I highly recommend Anna and her yoga offerings. I first began attending Anna's classes in 2021 as a beginner. Her easeful way of explaining poses and philosophies made the practice immediately accessible and opened many doors for me. Under her guidance, I have learned a great deal about my body and breath. In her regular vinyasa classes, I always felt welcomed and cared for, and her poignant cueing consistently helped me deepen my practice. Anna served as a leader for my 200-hour yoga teacher training. The program was thoughtfully structured and executed over six months, largely due to the exceptional care she puts into her work. She possesses mastery in Ayurveda and Pranayama, with a unique ability to weave those teachings into classes and demonstrate how to apply them to life off the mat. Anna is a true asset to any organization, and I cannot recommend her enough. - Margaret C.
I’ve had the pleasure of taking Anna’s classes for the past four years, and her presence as a teacher is truly special. She creates a welcoming, inclusive space that feels grounded and heartfelt from the moment you arrive. Anna genuinely cares about her students, thoughtfully weaving Ayurvedic and yogic philosophy into her classes to encourage self-inquiry and personal growth. Her energy is contagious, and her passion for making yoga accessible to all shines through in her intentional cues and thoughtful modifications. While we’re deeply sad to see her leave our community, we’re equally excited to see her step into this next chapter. - Aericka B.
Anna's gift as a yoga teacher is greater than her thoughtful sequencing and effective cueing. She touches hearts, she calms the room, and she nourishes her students by encouraging them to listen to the teacher within. Anna leads her classes with deliberate intention to the Eight Limbs of yoga, and it lands so naturally. - Leslie D.
I have taken yoga classes in London, Barcelona, and beyond, but Anna’s classes have always felt special. She has such a nurturing and supportive presence, and her deep knowledge of trauma-informed yoga is clearly woven into the way she teaches. I am dealing with an autoimmune condition and her classes became my go-to whenever I needed something nourishing, grounding, and genuinely supportive for both my body and nervous system. - Sarah S.