Liya Garber

Liya Garber, E-RYT 500, is a Bay Area–based yoga and meditation teacher and the founder of Aura Kundalini Yoga. She is known for her modern, accessible approach to Kundalini energy, mind reprogramming, and emotional intelligence. As the creator of the Self-Mastery Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training (200-hour, E-RYS), Liya has empowered hundreds of students to unlock their potential and embody lasting transformation.

Specializing in leading transformative retreats — especially in Costa Rica — Liya has guided seven retreats and cultivated a mastery for creating spaces that allow participants to expand into new levels of consciousness. The retreat containers she holds are deeply supportive, heart-opening, and designed for true breakthroughs of body, mind, and spirit.

Formerly a New York business executive, Liya healed her thyroid through Kundalini Yoga and naturopathy, which ignited her dedication to creating sacred spaces for healing and growth. Her joyful, wisdom-filled style reflects her global journey, including time spent in India and Guatemala. Today, she offers weekly classes, retreats, workshops, and trainings worldwide.