Chingona Yoga: Remembering Who you Are!
Located in Playas de Rosarito, Baja California, Mexico
Find your ChingonISMA!
Hello, I'm Serina Payan Hazelwood {she/her/ella}, the passionate Chicana heart and soul behind Chingona Yoga. I have been teaching yoga since 2013. I have dedicated myself to creating an inclusive, nurturing space that helps folks find their power, aka, Chingonisma (bad a$$ery) and a sense of belonging. I have over 3000 teaching hours and hold multiple certifications such as, Yoga Nidra, Core Strength Vinyasa, Partner Yoga, 500 ERYT. In alignment with the root of ancient yogic philosophy, our sessions incompass the 8 Limbs of Yoga. Please read more about my positionality as a non-Indian practitioner HERE.
Education & Experience
I am a certified Holistic Sexuality Educator through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). I hold an Associate of Arts degree in Communication and Religious Studies, a Bachelor of Arts in Indiredisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Religion, Sexuality & Gender, and Social Justice, a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Liberatory Praxis Through Indigenous Knowledges. I am in a Sustainability Education PhD student.
I have been a fitness and wellness instructor since 1998 and share a kinship with folks who are marganlized or excluded from the greed and abelism of the dominant fitness industry. I have taught first-time marathon finishers, Zumba, aqua, and cycling classes. I opened my own botique fitness studio in 2011 to serve my community and create a safer, braver space to move the body and create community. {Who I Serve}
Services
Private Yoga
For the ultimate convenience and comfort, we bring the transformative power of yoga right to your doorstep. Our in-home private sessions allow you to practice in your own sacred space, enhancing your yoga experience. We can use my yoga accessories or yours. You may also prefer to practice in our private yoga space located in the hills of Mision del Mar II,
Workshops & Retreats
Expand your yoga practice with our retreats and workshops designed for small, intimate groups. These sessions offer a sanctuary for more profound learning and personal exploration. Focus areas include body awareness, pose modifications, and techniques to enhance your practice both physically and mentally.
Community Events
Join us at Chingona Yoga for our community events, where yoga transcends the mat to become a collective experience of connection and support. These gatherings are not just about practicing yoga; they're about building a community where everyone can explore the benefits of yoga in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Accessibility
At Chingona Yoga, we honor the diversity and uniqueness of every individual, understanding that each body has its own journey and story. We specialize in making the physical practice of yoga accessible for all body types and abilities.
Our approach is centered around adapting poses and practices to meet your personal needs, ensuring a comfortable and empowering experience. Whether you're a first-time practitioner, navigating physical limitations, or simply seeking a practice that respects your body's individuality, Chingona Yoga provides a supportive and inclusive environment.
Chingona Yoga isn't about conforming to the performance of yoga poses; it's about adapting the practice to your body, not the other way around. This commitment to accessibility and personal empowerment is what makes practicing yoga with us truly unique. Join us, and remember the strength and flexibility that reside within you, as we celebrate the diversity and capability of every body.
