Our Philosphy
At Celestial Willow, yoga is more than movement - it's an act of remembrance. We believe that every breath, posture, and pause is an invitation to return home to yourself. Our philosophy is rooted in mindful awareness, energetic balance, and gentle transformation.
Meet the Founder
Nina Umali first stepped onto the mat in March 2019 during a yin yoga class in East Hampstead, NH — and it was love at first practice. That quiet moment of surrender opened the door to a lifelong journey with yoga, one that has since taken her around the world.
Her studies began with yoga across New England, expanded into a mindfulness journey in Puerto Rico, and deepened further through Vedic Meditation, Rounding, and Breathwork in Italy. These experiences have shaped her holistic and mindful approach to teaching, weaving together global wisdom traditions with her own heart-centered perspective.
Nina specializes in Restorative, Yin, Gentle Flow, and Yoga Nidra practices. Her classes emphasize compassion, deep rest, and intentional movement, creating a safe space for students to connect with themselves and discover the healing power of stillness.
With every class, Nina invites her students to slow down, breathe deeply, and cultivate balance within body, mind, and spirit. She believes yoga is a practice of honoring where you are today, while opening yourself to the possibilities of tomorrow.
Join Nina on the mat to rest, restore, and realign — and to carry that sense of peace into everyday life.
Photo Credits to Peter Muchena
Our Teaching Style
Our approach stems from the stillness of Yin, the softness of Restorative Practice, and the grounding essence of Yoga Nidra. Each class uses SoulSync headphones designed to harmonize with yourself and the universe — cultivating space for presence, renewal, and shared growth.
Your Transformation
At Celestial Willow, our intention is to guide each soul toward a state of embodied harmony with Reiki and Meditation — where the mind and heart move in unison. Through our practice, we help you recover stillness, rebuild trust in your own rhythm, and awaken to your inner light.
Our Community
We are a part of the Holistic Health Hive - Education & Collaboration Center. This collective is where true healing happens in connection - to ourselves, to each other and to the natural rhythms of life. Our community is built on curiosity, strength, and shared growth. Every class invites open hearts and open conversations, creating a safe, welcoming space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
"Celestial Willow stands apart not through competition, but through compassion. Every SoulSync class is a gentle invitation to come home to yourself —
Body, Mind, and Spirit."
Nina Umali