Fawn Williams — C-IAYT, YACEP, E-RYT 500, BFA
Yoga therapist, movement educator, and lifelong practitioner supporting self-empathy, connection, and function. Blends therapeutic inquiry, movement education, and contemplative practice.
Approach & values
Feminist, inclusive, collaborative; honors autonomy and diverse experiences.
Weight-neutral, Health At Every Size–informed.
Pedagogy centered on care, attention, safety, and sustained practice.
Integrates meditation and noetic inquiry (trained in Surat Shabd Yoga).
Qualifications
Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT)
Experienced RYT and YACEP (E-RYT 500)
BFA; former owner/director of Elk Rock Yoga and Elk Rock Outpost (Portland, OR)
Offerings
Individual and group yoga therapy tailored to function and goals
Movement education for sustainable, accessible embodiment
Continuing education, workshops, and mentoring on therapeutic, inclusive, and contemplative methods
Teaching style
Trauma-informed, person-centered
Emphasizes curiosity, internal guidance, and somatic exploration
“Fawn has an intelligence, thoughtfulness, humility, and kindness that she brings to each class. She creates a safe and fun space where you can learn about yourself through exploration and practice without judgement or expectations. Her instruction not only informs the physical practice, but integrates the mind and body both on and off the mat. Her classes are for the curious and serious alike, or anyone who wants to work on positive change!”
“Fawn is a true yogi and healer. Despite my 20 years of yoga practice, I moved muscles that I had never found before! This was truly a healing and enlightening yoga experience in a beautiful setting. I highly recommend Fawn’s yoga retreats!”
“Fawn, Thanks for your wonderful teaching. I am just a beginner in my body, and in a process of recovery from major surgery and six months of chemo. Soon maybe I’ll be able to graduate to gentle yoga. Thanks for your great work.”