TEACHERS

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Kyleen “Kai” Maciel

San Diego Born, Kai specializes in Mysore Practicum as taught in KPJAYI in Mysore, India in traditional format and kids yoga.

Kyleen is an experienced entrepreneur and Founder of Vows + Vitality. Southern California’s Leading Concierge Bridal Wellness Company.

Kyleen is an avid lover of travel, photography, music, dance and creative entrepreneurship & writing.

Her style in the yoga room, is strong and supportive, tailoring the practice to the individual is what she loves. Her teachings are rooted in ashtanga yoga origin. 5 trips to India and counting.

Teaching yoga asana full-time and providing a safe space for others is her ultimate work.

Kyleen is an international Yoga and Mat Pilates Instructor.
She holds a Level 2 Authorization from KPJAYI In Mysore, India.
Kai is the Director of Kai Yoga’s Mysore Program and is a leading Wellness Instructor in Southern California.

Kyleen resides in Hillcrest with her cat Mimi.

Kai Yoga cover photo - Kai doing yoga in India

Yanelly Silva

Kinesiology student and 500-hour certified yoga teacher YTT 500

Yanelly’s passion lies in helping others reconnect with their bodies, build strength, and cultivate balance from within. Her journey has been one of transformation physically, mentally, and spiritually—and yoga has become more than a practice for her; it’s a way of living with intention, discipline, and deep self-awareness.

Through her classes, Yanelly creates a safe, inclusive, and empowering space where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to step into their strongest, most grounded selves. Whether you’re just beginning your yoga journey or are well on your way, her guidance is rooted in mindful movement, breathwork, and compassionate teaching, helping you grow, heal, and thrive, one breath at a time.

When she’s not studying kinesiology or teaching yoga, you can find Yanelly exploring the outdoors, experimenting with creative movement, or sipping matcha while journaling her next adventure. Her mission? To guide others in unlocking their potential, both on and off the mat.

Kai Yoga cover photo - Kai doing yoga in India

Cam Oxenham

500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) through Yoga Alliance

Cam’s teaching blends restorative and yin practices with breathwork, meditation, and sound healing to help students release tension, restore energy, and cultivate mindfulness.

After completing his 200-Hour training in San Diego, Cam traveled to Bali for a fully immersive 300-Hour Teacher Training in Permuteran on the North Coast, and he also completed a 30-Hour Yin Teacher Training. Additionally, he is certified in Singing Bowl Healing from Bali Yoga School under Master Sarvottam Ji, integrating gentle vibration and sound into his classes to deepen relaxation and awareness.

Teaching yoga is a passion that complements his work in massage therapy, supporting pre- and post-care for the body while fostering presence and balance.