Welcome to y Respira's Casita Majia - Your SelfNess Conservatory
Where the Spirit Mother within me greets the Inner Child in you.
Beginnings
My Madrina, Lorna, was my sanctuary—the one person with whom I could be completely, unapologetically myself. In her presence, I learned that love begins with honoring who you are. She taught me to walk through the world without fear, rooted in self-worth, curiosity, and compassion.
It was through her eyes that I learned to truly see: the wisdom of the trees, the quiet language of animals, the beauty in people, and the sacred interconnectedness of all life. She nurtured in me a profound relationship with nature, with humanity, and with the living world itself.
When she left this earth, I realized that love like hers does not disappear—it becomes a calling. I felt entrusted with carrying forward the gifts she so generously planted within me: love, joy, wonder, connection, and the courage to fully live.
Lorna was my Spirit Mother, my Madrina. She awakened something timeless within me. Today, as the Spirit Mother of y Respira, I strive to honor her legacy by creating a space where others feel seen, safe, and empowered to rediscover themselves. Just as she held space for my becoming, I now hold space for others as they remember their own path, reconnect with their spirit, and breathe more deeply into the life they were meant to live.
As your Madrina—Spirit Mother and wise guide—I hold space for you to come home to yourself.
At Casita Majia, healing isn't a prescription—it’s a remembering. I weave together ancient wisdom and modern understanding, guiding you through the mind-body connection with a blend of East and West philosophies. Whether we meet in a sunlit studio or across the digital ethers, every class, every session is an invitation to listen deeply, move gently, and rediscover your inner knowing.
Here’s how I serve you:
Tend:
Learn how your body works and how your breath moves. I guide you through yoga, breathwork, nature's rhythms, mindful movement, and functional alignment, anatomy—always meeting you exactly where you are. My intention for you is to tend to your cells with love.Talk :
As your wellness coach, I help you make sense of your health journey. I support you in becoming your own best advocate, collaborating alongside your medical team and helping you access your inner voice.Touch:
Through massage and intuitive bodywork, I help you unwind stored tension, reconnect with your physical self, and receive healing in the language the body understands best: presence and touch.
You can experience this magic in:
Group classes and private sessions
Online or in-person offerings
Live and pre-recorded formats
Because here in Casita Majia, we don’t just do healing—we live it, with soul, with truth, and with love.
~ Maktub (Your path is Written)
Testimonials
"In Person & Online Classes “Y Respira is an amazing find. Claudia and her teachers have perfected a balanced practice that connects the mind, body and brain. Through their command of the anatomy, they take you on a journey that explains the impact of each pose on your body and mind, seamlessly engaging your intellect in the process. The cheerful class environment spreads positivity and the serene setting is a fantastic reprise from the hustle and bustle of ones day. I highly recommend this practice for one and all.” "
-~ MRJ, YOGA PRACTITIONER
"“Raleigh NC Yoga is more than a yoga studio. It is a place of healing, of self-care, of community. I have experienced yoga classes, RYT200 teacher training, and Thai yoga massage with Claudia. She is as intuitive as she is knowledgeable. She provides a place where you can take some time for yourself, and grow physically, mentally and even spiritually. So come to the cottage at Y Respira, show up on your yoga mat and see what unfolds. What have you got to lose? Stress, limiting thoughts, tight hamstrings?” "
-~ Linda A. (Retired Nurse & RNCY Graduate)
"Balanced & Energy Healing ”Recently I visited Claudia’s yoga studio where she also offers massages. I am a long time migraine sufferer and my headaches were getting out of control. So I decided to take a new approach and try massage and stretches. I can honestly say that it was the best massage I have ever gotten. Claudia explained everything to me about my muscles and how they all work together. The massage was fantastic and so were the stretches. She gave advice on what to do and how to stretch to avoid debilitating migraines. I will be back for yoga and more massages for sure! Thank you so much! “"
-~ Zsusanna T. Client
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