Aretha McKinney Blevins
Introductory Level Certification

Aretha McKinney Blevins is a certified Iyengar yoga instructor and the current owner and director of 12South Yoga.  She began her studies in the Iyengar tradition in 1996 with K-Lea Gifford.

The Iyengars' commitment and contribution to the field of yoga is unparalleled. The Iyengar's dedication and progressive approach to the study of asana and pranayama as a tool toward Self discovery and peace of mind is a constant source of inspiration.

Jan Campbell is Aretha's mentoring teacher. Aretha is thankful for her studies with the following teachers as well: Dean Lerner, Mary Dunn, Patricia Walden, and Mary Obendorfer. Aretha studies with the Iyengars as frequently as she can. In addition to her studies in the Iyengar tradition, Aretha also holds her Masters in Classical Studies from Vanderbilt.

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