Hi, I’m Maria Gapasin-Eggers—loving wife, animal and human advocate, sister, daughter, friend, and devoted student of life. I’ve called Tracy home for decades, and since 2005, I’ve had the honor of serving this community through the healing arts—whether on the mat, in the treatment room, or in the quiet, sacred spaces in between.

My yoga journey began in the early ‘90s in the Bay Area. What started as a way to stay in shape quickly became a practice that awakened something deeper in me. Yoga helped me feel strong, fearless, and profoundly connected—not just to my body, but to my spirit.

Ten years into my practice, life delivered me a wake-up call in the form of a car accident that broke my back—and opened my heart. The physical healing I experienced through breath, movement, stillness, and presence was so powerful, I knew I couldn’t keep this path to myself. I felt called to teach, to share, and to remind others of their own inner wisdom and resilience.

I’ve been teaching for over 16 years now, and every class is a sacred offering. My teaching style is creative, soul-centered, intuitive, and deeply nourishing. I call it “ancient ways with a modern twist.” You’ll find elements of yoga philosophy, meditation, sound healing, aromatherapy, music that stirs the soul, and the lived experience of my years as a massage therapist, esthetician, and wellness guide.

I believe that yoga is not just a practice—it’s a path. One that welcomes you exactly as you are. One that challenges you, reveals you, holds you, and ultimately, brings you home to yourself.

In 2023, I opened Align Yoga Tracy—a sanctuary for movement, stillness, community, and growth. It’s a space where you can be seen, supported, and empowered. I also continue to offer healing through Essential Skincare & Bodywork, a heart-led practice I began nearly 20 years ago.

I’m here to remind you that healing isn’t linear, presence is powerful, and joy is sacred. I believe in the beauty of simplicity, the power of showing up, and the truth that our greatest awakenings often come from our deepest challenges.

My invitation to you: come as you are. Breathe. Move. Listen. Release what’s no longer yours to carry. And remember—

“The greatest teacher will always send you back to yourself.”

Let’s walk this path together.