Matthew Tift, PhD, RYT-500
I support embodied ethical living, weaving together the wisdom of Kripalu yoga, insight meditation, and other traditions. Through mindful awareness, compassionate movement, and breath-centered practices, I offer pathways to peacefulness, clarity, and purposeful action in everyday life.
More than a physical practices, yoga is a way of living with integrity, intention, and kindness. The yamas and niyamas offer ethical guidance for daily life, while meditation and breathwork create the space to see, feel, and act more clearly. These embodied practices are practical tools for living with courage, compassion, and connection.
Here, you’ll find simple, accessible ways to align your life with your deepest values. If you’re ready to live with more love, justice, and joy, I’m here to support your journey.
Currently, I am:
- Yoga Teacher, The Marsh and Minnesota Arboretum
- Host, Pretty Good Meditation podcast
- Social Justice Chair, Lake Fellowship
- Lead Engineer, Lullabot
Previously, I was:
- Board Chair, onelove.yoga (yoga in schools)
- Prison Meditation Group Facilitator, Minnesota Department of Corrections
- Visiting Assistant Professor of Musicology, University of Iowa
My credentials include:
- PhD, Musicology, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- RYT-500 Kripalu Yoga Teacher
- Eagle Scout
I live near Minneapolis, Minnesota, and I’m grateful for the wisdom I’ve received from my teachers around the world. These days, I mostly play harmonium, though I’ve been playing violin since age 5. I love any opportunity to play string quartets with my wife (on viola) and our two children (on cello and violin).
More information in my full CV.
