Charles Carleton has been a practicing yogi for nearly two decades. He established his foundational knowledge with Iyengar, and then enriched his practice through Vinyasa and other modalities. Charles completed his 200-hour Hatha Certification through the Akasha Yoga Academy based in Bali, Indonesia in early 2022. He is extremely passionate about health and wellness, and is also certified in Thai massage. There is a beautiful synergy between Thai massage and Yoga, and Charles looks forward to bringing the rich benefits of both modalities to his teaching and life practice.

Charles has been a member of The Cleveland Orchestra since 2001. He joined the orchestra after honing his skills on the double bass at the Juilliard School and the New England Conservatory. In addition to his duties with the orchestra, Charles also teaches his craft at Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory of Music in Berea, Ohio. In his spare time, Charles enjoys the great outdoors, exploring nature with his beau and two pups. He also has a passion for the culinary arts, often leaving the dishes in the sink for the next day.