ODDlight Teacher Feature: Nate Apuna

If you haven't tried Nate's class yet, it's time to change that! Nate came to yoga out of pure necessity (tight runner's legs will do that), and somewhere between loosening up and deepening his mental focus, he got so hooked he had to share it. His FLOW+ and FLOW classes offer challenging sequences that will leave you feeling stronger and more capable. When Nate's not guiding you through something intentional and restorative, he's chasing sunlight, dreaming of the seaside, and geeking out on anatomy. Catch Nate teaching FLOW+, FLOW, and YIN at Echo Park and East Hollywood — Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday — and find out what it feels like to be at home in your body. Check his schedule out here.

Don't miss Nate's arm balance and inversion workshop April 25, 2026 - secure your spot! 

Get to know Nate:

What are your "Big 3?" Aries sun ♈ Libra moon ♎ Sagittarius rising ♐

Five words to describe your teaching style? Fun, grounded, expansive, intentional, restorative

What's an ODD fact about you? I was a missionary and almost became a pastor!

What led you to yoga/fitness? I found yoga out of necessity. My body was tight from running!

Why do you teach? I felt so good from moving in my body and deepening my mental focus, I couldn't not share.

My class is for you if… You're willing to explore and challenge yourself.

How do you hope people feel after they leave your class? After class, I hope you feel at home in your body.

How would a regular describe your class to a friend who's never been? "Oh it's fun, it'll be challenging obviously, but like, stay with it and I think you'll be glad you did."

What do you geek out on as a teacher? Anatomy always perks my ears — and I realize that is not an anatomically correct phrase because I'm not a dog.

What are you working on in your own movement practice right now? Right now, movement for me is about getting stronger. How can I improve a strong foundation to set up for future unfolding?

What song/playlist is on repeat for you lately? Superestrella by Aitana

One affirmation you always come back to? "I am held by a universe that loves me."