A proud Cedar Rapids native and father to two amazing boys, Lovar Davis Kidd, known affectionately as L.D., brings decades of creative expression and healing movement to Toula Yoga. He is a poet, author, musician, fashion activist, and a seasoned performer with over 25 years of experience in dance and musical theatre across the U.S. and abroad.
L.D. holds a Master of Fine Arts in Dance from the University of Iowa and is passionate about using movement to foster personal transformation and collective healing. Drawing from his extensive background in massage therapy, yoga, and professional dance, L.D. helps his students cultivate strength, awareness, and connection in body, mind, and spirit.
His classes prioritize holistic well-being, self-expression, and empowerment—encouraging each individual to rediscover their truest self and take meaningful steps toward living a life of purpose.
Classes I Teach:
Flow Yoga
Mindful Movement
Creative Vinyasa
Yoga for Dancers
Favorite Asana:
Wild Thing (Camatkarasana) – a posture that expresses both heart-opening and freedom, mirroring L.D.’s creative spirit.
Favorite Philosophy: Movement is medicine.
Mission: Inspire, uplift, and empower through mind-body connection.
Specialties:
- Embodied movement
- Dance integration
- Yoga for self-expression
- Creative sequencing
- Massage therapy integration
- Yoga for men