Born and raised in Brooklyn/Staten Island NYC, Stefani was always drawn to dance, disco roller rinks and underground music scenes, which all inspire and blend into her Yogaworks method style of teaching. Her classes are designed to focus the student inward with attention to alignment and breath, while being fun, non-competitive, challenging and meditative - incorporating the healing powers of music, yoga philosophy and laughter. She loves to share her experiences and continuing education with other practioners of all levels.

She’s been a student of yoga for over 8 years, initially introduced through the Ashtanga method in which she practiced daily in the Mysore style for 2 years at Ahimsa Yoga in Silverlake and with Sri.K.Pattabhi Jois during his visit to Encinitas, CA. during his World Tour in 2000. This is where she experienced the transformative powers of yoga and was hooked!

In addition to teaching public classes at yoga studios around Los Angeles, Stefani also teaches one-on-one Mobile Just for You Yoga and Mobile Group Classes in clients' homes, work locations, parks or nearby yoga studios. A portion of Stefani's income goes to support the following charities and causes: ASPCA, PETA: People For The Ethical Treatment of Animals, Women for Women International, Girl Up, LA Animal Services, and she organizes canned food collections from her students to donate to the LA Food Banks.