Angel Papadakis

FOUNDER

Angel has been teaching movement in a studio environment for over two decades. She holds her BA from the University of Southern California and her JD from Pepperdine University School of Law. After practicing law for a little over 6 years in Long Beach, San Francisco and Los Angeles, Angel returned to her work in studio as a choreographer and instructor. She directed student productions and taught as an adjunct professor at the USC School of Dramatic Arts and the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, authoring core curriculum for the latter. She started teaching yoga at Corepower where she received her yoga certification and continued with Yoga Ed., Jason Crandall, Samarthya & Preetika of Bodsphere Yoga, and is a E-RYT 200, RYT 500, Yoga Alliance Continued Education Provider YACEP and Children's Yoga Teacher (RCYT) with Yoga Alliance. She remains an inactive member of the California State Bar but her passion is sharing the gift of yoga with her community and founded Kefi Yoga to provide a place to do just that. Get in touch with Angel @angelikipapadakis, angel@kefiyoga.com or call the studio 310-683-5605

Imari Meyer

PRINCIPAL INSTRUCTOR

Imari began her yoga journey in August 2014, initially seeking it as a way to enhance her exercise routine and flexibility. However, after attending her first class at a local studio, she quickly fell in love with yoga’s meditative qualities and the deep mind-body connection it fosters.

In April 2015, Imari completed her 200-hour Power Yoga certification and continued her education through Jason Crandell’s comprehensive 300-hour training program. Now an experienced RYT 500 teacher registered with Yoga Alliance, Imari is proficient in multiple yoga styles and body mechanics, ensuring her students receive thoughtful, well-rounded instruction. She has led numerous teacher trainings, guiding practitioners in their growth, and is continuously pursuing advanced education to provide the most up-to-date asana techniques, cueing, hands-on assists, and injury prevention strategies.

Imari also leads retreats, offers private lessons, and remains a foundational strength of KEFI Yoga, embodying clarity, authenticity, and professionalism within the studio and beyond. Her steady, strong presence reflects her deep commitment to her students' well-being, and she is always there to support them on their personal journeys.

Stay connected with Imari through her website www.imariyoga.com and on Instagram @imarimeyer and join her mission to ignite others’ souls, using yoga as a gateway to freedom.

Joseph Reyes

Principal instructor

Joseph is a radiant light sharing his gift of yoga wisdom and genuine passion for the practice creating a consistently transformative experience on the mat. His talents have been fine tuned by a strong drive within to heal himself wholly and in turn help others heal. 

Joseph found yoga in 2014 after dealing with knee issues and discomfort due to wear and tear from playing basketball for decades. He experienced immediate physical healing as well as a strengthening of his mental state inside asanas and mindful breath. 

He was so touched by the power of yoga that he began a sacred teacher’s training journey curious to learn more for his personal gain as well as how to lead others toward healing. This inward journey also led Joseph to Soka Gakkai International where he practiced Buddhism and a return to Buddha nature.  

Joseph holds a 500 RYT certification and blissfully spends his days guiding our Kefi community on their mat and spreading yoga knowledge to young basketball players. For more connection with Joseph you may follow him on Instagram @joseph_brian_reyes. 

Mayu Halgren

PRINCIPAL INSTRUCTOR

Mayu, originally from Japan, first visited the U.S. in 2002 and began her yoga journey in 2005 while attending college. She became a certified yoga teacher in 2007 and has since pursued a wide range of additional trainings, including Hatha, Vinyasa, Pilates, and Kids Yoga.

With an unwavering passion for yoga, Mayu embraces the role of an eternal student, continually seeking to deepen her knowledge and skills. Her teaching philosophy focuses on promoting happiness and health, encouraging her students to enjoy the process rather than judge their flexibility or compare themselves to others. Her classes blend lightheartedness with thoughtful guidance, creating a welcoming environment for all.

Mayu holds certifications in Bikram, Hatha, Power Yoga, Vinyasa, Hot Pilates, and Kids Yoga. Her extensive training includes:

• 2007 Bikram Yoga Teacher Training

• 2011 Novo Core Training

• 2012 CorePower 200-hour Teacher Training and Extensions Program

• 2016 Tamal Dodge 200-hour Vinyasa Training

• 2018 Zooga Level 1/2 Kids Yoga Training

• 2018 Equinox Pilates Mat Training

• 2019 Tamal Dodge 300-hour Advanced Training

• 2019 Acro Yoga Foundation Course

Since 2007, Mayu has taught throughout the South Bay and Long Beach areas, including at Novo Yoga in Redondo and for Virgin Galactic employees.

Connect with Mayu on Instagram @yogahorse93 to follow her journey and stay inspired.

Andrea Morales

principal INSTRUCTOR

Andrea is a certified yoga instructor and sound practitioner who loves to dedicate time to deepening her yoga studies and crafting thoughtful classes.  RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance.. She was profoundly inspired by how yoga transformed her life and fell in love with the uplifting energy and sense of belonging that comes with being part of a vibrant yoga community. Over the years, Andrea has learned to integrate her practice beyond the mat, finding balance, strength and gratitude in the guiding principles yoga has provided.

Andrea’s flow sequences focus on harmonizing movement with breath. Her teaching weaves in concepts from chakra theory, nervous system regulation, and tapping into the body’s innate wisdom. Known for infusing her classes with positive energy and beautiful music, Andrea has become an integral part of the KEFI community, holding space for her students to explore and deepen their practice.

As a yoga teacher, Andrea’s intention is to create a safe, supportive environment that honors the unique journey of each student, while sharinher passion and love for the practice.  

To connect with Andrea, visit her Instagram @adreamoracle.

Roxy Sudario

Principal INSTRUCTOR

Roxy has been dedicated to the practice of yoga since the age of 18, drawn to its profound healing potential. Her passion for the discipline naturally evolved into a desire to share it with others. In 2018, she earned her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training certification and quickly began teaching a variety of classes, including children's yoga, heated power yoga, yin, and sculpt.

Roxy is widely recognized in the studio for her infectious optimism and her key role in fostering the growth of KEFI's vibrant community. She holds a 300-hour advanced certification through RA Yoga, is certified in reiki, yin, and yogalates, and played a pivotal role in introducing the yogalates program at KEFI.

Her teaching style is grounded in a consistent and practical application of yoga's core principles, earning the trust of her students through clear, deliberate cues and a genuine sense of care and compassion. To learn more, you can connect with her on Instagram @roxysud.

Anthony Brown

INSTRUCTOR

Anthony has been on his recent journey with Yoga for 5 years. While he originally practiced Kundalini Yoga in early 2002, he became dedicated to vinyasa and Yin flow as a way to relieve stress and stay positive while navigating through a personal challenge in 2015. “Yoga has really played a significant part of my life. The ability to focus on my practice first thing every morning has allowed my to take charge of my day, clear my mind and become a whole person.”

Anthony was certified through Corepower teaching program and he practices with teachers from various studios to continue his study. Also he has deepened his practice by participating in yoga retreats to Italy and Greece and he continues to discover ways to interweave yoga with his other interests (travel, music and golf). From time to time, Anthony may be offering special live music in Savasana to share his inspiration and appreciation of guitar.

Anthony has served for 11 years as CFO of the renowned Aquarium of the
Pacific. He has facilitated the organization in offering special classes to
the public regarding certain exhibits, he navigated the financial
challenges of the pandemic, and continues to serve the community through his excellent leadership.

Carla Orpilla

principal iNSTRUCTOR

Carla is a SoCal Torrance based E-RYT 200 yoga instructor, fitness coach, and an advocate for finding balance in life. 

She has been teaching others since 2012, and it's been almost a decade since she started her fitness journey – both are her passions! She received her 200 hour yoga certification at Corepower Yoga in 2018, and she's currently finishing her 500 hour yoga certification through Jason Crandell Yoga. 

In Carla's music driven Vinyasa classes, you can expect to learn and to build strength (mental and physical) alongside flexibility/mobility work and creative sequencing. Carla also battles anxiety. Who doesn’t these days? So, she infuses her classes with the mindfulness & relaxation techniques that she's learned to create a well-rounded experience from start to finish. She aims to create an experience that strikes a perfect balance so that you can walk away feeling inspired, strong, and rejuvenated.

Carla's Yoga Sculpt classes are notoriously challenging. BUT, you can expect to move to the beat of her favorite energizing music that she carefully curates each month for maximum fun! She offers modifications for all levels with an emphasis on mindfulness and proper form. She hopes to inspire you to become your most cdffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffnfident, strongest, and mindful self - ready to tackle any obstacle in your path!

Aside from teaching studio classes, Carla has her own private yoga business where she offers handstand lessons, yoga bodywork sessions, and fitness recommendations. She also enjoys other fitness modalities such as surfing, kickboxing, running, and weightlifting. 

Connect with her on socials to stay up to date on her current offerings, workshops, yoga hacks, and more! 

IG: @carlaorpillayoga

Website: www.carlaorpillayoga.com

Carla’s Vinyasa classes combine the fluidity of breath-to-movement with strengthening and stretching postures. Her goal is to cultivate a safe space for practitioners to slow down, draw attention inwards, and learn something new each class.