A smiling woman with long red hair in a pink dress standing outside with two children, a boy and a girl, in front of a house with plants and a garden.

Heather Dana

Lila Within, Founder

Hi, I’m Heather — the heart behind Lila Within. I’m a New York State certified teacher and a 200-hour certified yoga instructor with a passion for creating spaces where people of all ages can learn, grow, and connect.

Off the mat and outside the classroom, I’m a mom to two little ones, Sam and Sofia. After becoming a mother of two within 14 months, while my husband was often away serving as a military and airline pilot, I found myself overwhelmed, exhausted, and struggling with my health. Yoga became my lifeline. By dedicating just a couple of hours a week to myself, my mental, emotional, and physical health transformed, and I was able to show up more fully for my family.

That experience inspired me to complete my 200-hour yoga teacher certification and share this practice with others. Lila Within was born from that journey — a space where teaching, movement, and community come together to help others find balance, strength, and joy, both in stillness and in flow. My mission is to create a welcoming hub for anyone seeking renewal and connection. See you on the mat!

In Sanskrit, Lila means “divine play” —

the dance of life, creativity, and connection.

Lila Within is about finding that sense of play and presence inside ourselves, even in the middle of busy lives.

It’s about moving, breathing, and pausing with intention —

on the yoga mat, in nature, and in our everyday moments.

At Lila Within, we create space for balance, strength, and joy to unfold — reminding us that wellness is not just about exercise, but about living fully and with heart.