Beth Gifford

Beth Gifford is an Instructor in the Department of Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics at Wellesley College. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in teaching yoga, Pilates, and fitness training while empowering individuals to achieve optimal health through mindfulness, physical activity, and personalized coaching.

• Education: B.S. from Northeastern University

Research & Teaching Focus: Beth integrates breathwork, postural alignment, and mental clarity in her courses. Her work emphasizes holistic wellness, stress reduction, pain management, and enhancing physical capabilities through diverse modalities like group exercise, personal training, and marathon coaching.

Certifications: Beth holds multiple certifications, including Level II Hatha Yoga, Power Mat Pilates, personal training, Zumba instruction, and sports nutrition from organizations such as AAAI, Beth Shaw, and AFAA.

Community Engagement: She coaches runners for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and teaches yoga to individuals and groups of all sizes.