We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Frantz G Hall a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Frantz G, appreciate you joining us today. Do you think your parents have had a meaningful impact on you and your journey?

Honestly, that’s such a big question. My relationship with my parents had its challenges. They definitely weren’t the most encouraging or supportive, and at times their high expectations and controlling nature was a bit overwhelming. Education was a huge priority for them, so they did their best to send me to strong schools, and there was always this underlying expectation that I had to be perfect—straight A’s, the whole nine yards.
For better or worse, that constant push to excel meant I grew up always feeling the need to be prepared—whether I was stepping into a big meeting during my time in corporate America, tackling a new yoga sequence, or even walking onto a Broadway stage. The emphasis on manners and being able to “hold your own” in any setting was drilled in early. So navigating diverse environments—whether it was going through testing scenarios for new code, backstage with a cast, or a room full of yogis—has always helped in whatever I choose to do. It was a bit scary at times but the foundation always pulled me through.
Those early lessons, the good and the difficult, have had a big impact on how I show up, prepare, and adapt through all the stages of my life.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

It’s been quite the journey, full of unexpected twists and turns. I actually started out in theater, which was against my parents’ wishes. At 18, I moved out of my childhood home with very little support, found an apartment with two roommates, and took a job that barely covered rent. During that time, I was completely immersed in dance classes, driven by this dream of getting on stage. I wasn’t exactly sure what that path would look like, but I knew deep down it was what I wanted.
Eventually, I landed my first big break touring with the show Sophisticated Ladies. It felt like a dream come true, but also incredibly scary. Having grown up pretty sheltered, that first overseas tour really toughened me up. From there, I toured internationally, and then made it to Broadway, where I was fortunate enough to work with incredible talents like Harold Nicholas, Hinton Battle, Greg Burge, Tommy Tune, Brian Stokes Mitchell—and most notably, I toured with Whitney Houston.
Unfortunately, in my last Broadway show, I suffered a knee injury and was advised to never dance at that level again if I wanted to avoid a knee replacement any time in the near future. That was a huge blow to a career I’d dedicated nearly 20 years to, and for a while, I was quite lost. But about 10 years before that injury, I met the man who is now my husband, and his support and encouragement helped me find a new direction.
About a year after my injury, I transitioned into corporate America. It was a big adjustment—from the stage to the cubicle—but I was determined to make it work. I landed a role at a major financial institution as a vice president and business analyst/project manager. I led projects that integrated new financial products and accounting changes into the firm’s general ledger, working closely with accountants, coders, and business leaders. I stayed in that world for about 15 years, but eventually the stress got to me, and I knew it was time for a change.
Yoga had been part of my life for a while, and one day a friend introduced me to a new studio in my neighborhood. Instantly, I fell in love—not just with the practice, but with the teachers and the community. I’d often been asked why I hadn’t trained to be a yoga teacher before then, but I had never found a studio that felt like the right fit. This one, now called Fyra Yoga in New York’s West Village, finally felt like home. With my husband’s ongoing encouragement, I earned my first teaching certificate.
It’s been 10 years since I started teaching at Fyra, and I’m now a mentor and part of the Teacher Development team. I’ve accumulated almost a thousand hours of certification and taught over a thousand yoga classes, and I’m still loving every minute of it.
What sets me apart? I think it’s the blend of all these experiences—from the discipline of theater, the rigor and project management skills from corporate America, to the heart and connection of teaching yoga. I deeply value community and personal growth, and everything I do aims to serve and empower others, whether on stage, in the workplace, or on the yoga mat.
One of my bosses in corporate America always called me “the teacher”. It’s funny how things pan out.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

The main lesson I had to unlearn was feeling like I wasn’t good enough. Growing up, I often doubted myself. Sometimes that caution helped, but other times it stopped me from going after new chances.
There were moments when I didn’t feel confident or like I knew enough. Over time, I realized one of my biggest strengths is being able to learn what I don’t know yet. We’re rarely fully ready when new opportunities come, but knowing there’s always room to grow makes a big difference.
That doesn’t mean being full of yourself—confidence isn’t the same as being cocky. A little bit of humility helps you keep learning and getting better. Finding that balance between believing in yourself and staying open to learning has really helped me keep growing as a person.

Do you think you’d choose a different profession or specialty if you were starting now?

Looking back, I’ve had quite a few different careers, and honestly, I wouldn’t change a thing. My time as a performer taught me discipline and how to step into someone else’s shoes. Then, my corporate career gave me organizational and critical thinking skills that I still use today in my yoga classes.
Now, my yoga career feels like the perfect blend of all those experiences coming together. Even the injury that ended my theater career gave me a new perspective that shapes how I teach. Designing yoga sequences, continuing to learn, and mentoring new teachers—it all feels like it’s happening exactly when it’s meant to.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://FrantzGYoga.com
• Instagram: FrantzGYoga

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Instagram: @aliceplati and @crookedletternyc for picture on first page; 3rd and 4th picture on 2nd page