Leah Santa Cruz and Ofosu Jones-Quartey.
Leah Santa Cruz has a background in neuroscience and psychology. She’s completed more than 1,000 hrs of yoga and meditation training and taught more than 5,000 meditation classes around the world—at studios, corporations, startups, festivals, retreats, and online. Leah believes that meditation is all about acceptance, helping your mind become an ally rather than an enemy. As a teacher, she likes to combine ancient techniques with modern science, offering practical tools to help busy people find relief from anxiety and burnout. Leah grew up on a hobby farm raising all kinds of animals as pets, from horses to goats to bunnies. She now enjoys hiking with her two dogs, outdoor adrenaline sports, and experiencing different cultures around the world.
Ofosu Jones-Quartey has been meditating for more than 20 years, and he has been teaching families, children, and adults for the last 14 years. Pulling from his experience as a father of four, electronic music and hip-hop artist, and children’s book author; he enjoys infusing humor and fun into his meditations. Ofosu believes that meditation isn’t just about sitting still; rather, it’s a living practice that can be done anytime, anywhere. As a teacher, he enjoys having a positive impact on the world and helping people better understand themselves. Among Ofosu’s favorite things are silent meditations, leather jackets, Batman, and dad jokes.