Meet Rida

I’m Rida Rashid (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a trauma-informed yoga teacher based in Chicago. I received my Psychologically Sensitive Yoga Teacher Certification (CYT-250) in 2023 and have since focused on helping people reconnect with their bodies and regulate their nervous systems through movement, breath, and mindfulness.

As a South Asian teacher, my approach to yoga is deeply connected to its roots. I honor yoga’s cultural and spiritual origins by teaching it as a practice of self-awareness and healing — not performance or perfection. My goal is to share yoga in a way that respects its heritage while making it accessible, inclusive, and meaningful for everyone.

Each session is guided by curiosity, choice, and care. Whether we’re moving gently through postures or finding stillness in breathwork, the focus is always on meeting yourself where you are — with compassion and presence.