guided by practice

I’m Gabriela, the heart behind Picaflor Yoga. I’m a proud first-generation American/Peruvian yoga teacher and photographer who believes in the healing power of movement, breath, and descanso. 
Inspired by the hummingbird, picaflor, my offerings are rooted in resilience, joy, and the sweetness of returning home to yourself.
Just like every instructor, I started as a student simply looking for movement. What I found was so much more. Through each practice, yoga became a place where I could reconnect with myself, quiet the noise, and discover strength both on and off the mat. 

That experience sparked a passion I knew I wanted to share with others. Today, my greatest purpose is to create a space where people can find their own sense of release, reconnect with their bodies, and leave feeling grounded, empowered, and a little more connected to themselves than when they arrived.

Whether through breath, movement, or descanso, I believe yoga can meet us exactly where we are and remind us of the strength and purpose we already carry within.
A woman practicing yoga indoors, sitting cross-legged on a yoga mat, surrounded by potted plants, with a serene expression.

certifications

  • Certified RYT 200

    The Yoga Loft of Bethlehem (PA), 2024

  • CERTIFIED & Licensed 85 HR Prenatal Training

    Prenatal Yoga Center in New York, 2025

  • ADVANCED 10 HR Prenatal WORKSHOP

    Three Queens Yoga in Philadelphia (PA), 2025

  • Certified Trauma Informed

    Aura Wellness Center 2024

  • Certified CPR & First Aid

    American Red Cross, 2025

  • Hands On Adjustments Training

    Sun Dog Yoga in Doylestown (PA), 2025

  • CERTIFIED 20 HR Yin Yoga Training

    Yoga Renew, 2025

  • CERTIFIED 30 HR Restorative Training

    Yoga Renew, 2025

  • CERTIFIED 30 HR Children’s Yoga Training

    Yoga Renew, 2026

  • CERTIFIED Yoga Sculpt Training

    Lumos Yoga & Barre in Philadelphia (PA), 2025

  • CERTIFIED Pranayama Training

    Lifted Lotus Yoga Collective, (WA), 2026

Your Questions, Answered

  • Once you submit the booking form with your name, email, and the class you'd like to attend, you'll receive an email with a payment link and your Zoom link to join the session.

  • Yes! For all private in-person sessions, I provide everything you need, including high-quality yoga props. All props are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after every session to ensure a comfortable, safe, and welcoming practice.

  • Absolutely, prenatal yoga is generally safe throughout all stages of pregnancy when practiced with appropriate modifications based on your pregnancy journey. I recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before beginning a new practice to ensure it's appropriate for your individual needs.

  • For private sessions, the choice is yours! Classes can take place wherever you feel most comfortable..whether that's in your home, backyard, outdoor space, living room, or workplace. If you're interested in practicing in a studio setting, visit the class schedule to see where I'm currently teaching public classes throughout East Los Angeles.

  • No two bodies are the same, so no two sessions are either. Before we begin, we'll discuss your goals, experience level, any injuries or physical considerations, and what you'd like to get out of your practice. Whether you're looking to build strength, improve flexibility, relieve stress, prepare for birth, or simply slow down and reconnect, each class is designed to support your unique needs.

  • Of course. Private sessions can accommodate up to three participants, making them perfect for couples, friends, or small groups. For larger gatherings or special events, accommodations can be made through a custom discussion to best support your group’s needs.

  • For online classes, please cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours in advance to allow space for others who may want to join. Cancellations made within the late cancellation window or no-shows are non-refundable, as space is held specifically for you in class.

    For private sessions, I kindly ask for at least 48 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Sessions canceled within this window may be charged in full or partially, as that time is reserved specifically for you. This policy helps honor both your commitment to your practice and the time set aside for your personalized session.

  • Yes, you can find guidelines and expectations for Prenatal Private Sessions here.

    As for all other at-home yoga sessions, you can click here.