About Meraki Yoga and Wellness.
What is Meraki?
[MAY-RAH-KEE] GREEK.
Verb.
A modern Greek word used to describe when someone puts soul, love, and creativity into their work; to put something of yourself into your work.
“The essence of yourself that is put into your work.”
“When they are truly devoted and passionate about something they believe in.”
FOUNDER & CEO
Michelle
Michelle is a high-energy, compassionate and encouraging instructor who wants everyone to exceed their limitations. She believes that any and every body can benefit from the practices of yoga and meditation.
It all begins by stepping on the mat, finding ways to continue coming back and accepting the journey of progress - not perfection.
Additionally, she believes in YOU and everything that makes you unique. Which is how Meraki Yoga and Wellness was born.
Supporting the most authentic version of yourself, Michelle teaches with integrity, passion, and creativity.
Teaching since 2017, Michelle is 500-RYT and certified in prenatal yoga. Teaching between a mix of Hatha yoga and vinyasa style flow, Michelle focuses on strength conditioning and proper alignment techniques.
Her classes are upbeat, while encouraging students to focus on cultivating awareness in the physical, emotional and spiritual body.
LEAD INSTRUCTOR & CFO
Sophie
Through yoga, Sophie learned to honor the limitations of her body while challenging herself physically and mentally. Simultaneously she learned how to let go of expectations for herself and others.
Utilizing various pranayama practices, Sophie learned to breathe mindfully, to live in the present moment and to meditate.
Teaching since completing her 200-RYT in 2019, Sophie is a thoughtful, attentive and compassionate instructor. She focuses on gentle vinyasa flows to develop awareness of breath and body.
Sophie believes deeply in the healing power of a restorative practice, pranayama breathing techniques and mindful meditation to encourage students to grow within their practice, on and off the mat.