Biography

Anna Kelleher is the principal of Materia Medica, a San Francisco based business providing Ayurvedic consultation, Yoga instruction, and Holistic Massage. She has been studying, practicing, and teaching since 1993. Together, Ayurveda, Yoga, and Massage teach the art and science of healing with a focus on self-responsibility, spiritual upliftment, and reverence for nature.

Anna holds an advanced degree from UC Berkeley as well as certifications in Iyengar Yoga, Ayurveda, and Holistic Massage. Her teachers include the staff of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco, The World School of San Francisco, and Kerala Ayurveda Academy. She has had the wonderful fortune to study directly with Iyengars both in the United States and in Pune, India.

Now the mother of two boys, Anna is striving to help others create lifestyles that will support them in reaching their full and unique potential.

Please visit our blog at www.YouSmellLikeyoga.com for weekly tips and words of inspiration.

Anna is a member of the following organizations:

• National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA)
• Light on Ayurveda Educational Foundation (LOAER)
• Iyengar Yoga National Association of United States (IYNAUS)
• Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)
• Green Yoga Association
• American Society on Aging (ASA)
• Yoga Garden