Leslie Van Bell

Leslie Van Bell has been with Breathe Strength since its inception, bringing 16 years of teaching experience and a lifelong passion for fitness and education.

Originally from Bethpage, Leslie was involved in kickline throughout high school, laying the foundation for her active lifestyle. Her love for movement and mindfulness eventually led her to yoga, where she found her true calling.

Leslie holds an E-RYT 500 certification (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher) with over 500 hours of teaching experience, as well as a Master’s Degree in Special Education and Reading. For the past 10 years, she has co-led yoga teacher trainings, certifying over 200 new yoga teachers and enriching the yoga community.

Teaching is Leslie’s "dharma"—her life’s purpose. She was inspired to share the transformative power of yoga after being encouraged by her own instructors. Her greatest joy comes from students who share how yoga has helped them feel stronger, both on and off the mat.

In addition to teaching yoga, Leslie is a dedicated middle school educator, teaching special education, humanities, and mindfulness.

She resides in East Northport with her husband, with whom she recently celebrated 25 years of marriage. Together, they are proud parents of two sons.