Dave D

MÖV Classic, MÖV Candlelight Restorative

Dave has been a member and teacher in our community since 2011, and his classes are infused with mindful exploration. He is constantly inspiring our team and his students by sharing readings, quotes, anecdotes, and other lessons that deepen the experience of yoga. He wants his students to know this: “I am an open book. I learn from those I teach on a daily basis.” 

How did you find your way to yoga?

I began my yoga practice in 2011 and started teacher training a year later in Victoria B.C. It was an eye-opening and life-changing experience. I held a bias against yogis going into my training, but I came out with the realization that yogis — teachers and practitioners — loved deeply, both each other as well as themselves. And they were open to explore where they could grow.

Aside from yoga, what interests do you have?

I’m originally from Oregon but have called Minnesota home for many years now, or at least when I’m not traveling around the country/world enjoying retired life. My wife and I have loved nearly every place we have visited – each place is resplendent in its own beauty, very much like humans.

What else do you do in your free time?

I love spending time with my amazing Airedale named Wrigley – he’s just so darn cute – as well as my wonderful wife, Marcie, and our family and friends (including many students from the studio!).