Meet Our Teachers

May 28

Written By Meg Gillett

KELLI COOK

Kelli has a deep passion for presence, peace and JOY and works to infuse these goodies into all of her classes. She is a natural wellness advocate, with many years practicing as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner. She embraces the philosophy that life flows for and through us and the inner and outer connections we make, our thought patterns, and where we focus our energy can elevate our vibrational frequency and level of consciousness, and thereby the collective consciousness. Kelli is a 200 RYT with additional 26+2 Hot Yoga training and certified sound healer. She incorporates essential oils, hands-on pressure/adjustments (with permission), breath work, guided meditation and sound healing in her classes to elevate the student experience and benefits! Please talk with Kelli about any injuries, tightness or limitations you may have, as every class and pose can be appropriately modified.

GRETA FINNESSY

Greta is an RYT500 Yoga teacher through YogaWorks in the San Fransisco area with additional training and experience in Yoga Sculpt, Yoga ethics, Chakras and Nadis, Asanas and Alignment, Pranayama and Y12SR Yoga of 12 step recovery leadership program. Greta’s teaching style is a blend of ashtanga, Viniyoga, and Iyengar, often teaching vinyasa flow. She loves all things yoga, from sculpt to restorative, with a focus on the breath in her classes, holding postures, and then taking students through thoughtful transitions. In her free time she likes to take Harley Davidson rides and go camping with family and friends.

KARIN JARVISE

Karin started practicing yoga at 16 years old gradually growing into a deeper practice in college. As a former professional dancer, she took a deeper interest in yoga as a way to enhance the way she dances and performs. Karin received her 200 hour yoga certification in February 2019 as well as her barre certification in April 2023. She has been teaching yoga for 4 years. When she is not practicing, Karin works as a dance teacher in ballet, tap, jazz, and modern dance, and has been teaching dance for 7 years. She has a BFA degree in Dance from Belhaven University in Jackson, Mississippi.

SARAH DIPPEN

Sarah believes in combining mind, breath, body movement and nutrition to better manage our emotions, health and overall quality of life. Combining yoga with travel is Sarah’s secret recipe to live inspired in a body that feels amazing. Sarah’s teaching draws from ParaYoga, Tantra, Hatha and Vinyasa traditions. Leading from a decade+ of experience studying with several yoga teachers, personal retreat travel, in depth research and training, you can expect props and therapy focus in her class. Sarah trained for her Yoga Certification at Devanadi Yoga in Minneapolis, MN with emphasis in Anatomy, Ayurveda and Energy Medicine. Valuing a growth mindset, Sarah is inspired by anyone who has fallen down and got back up again.

JENNA MOON

“The moon is a great reminder that no matter what phase you are in, you are still whole” I am fascinated with the mind-body connection. Not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well. The way we as humans hold our stress, emotions, fears and traumas in our physical bodies. My passion and purpose in this life is to help others find freedom in their bodies and bring awareness to the value and worth that has always existed within you. Teaching the power of self-love and healing through the practice of yoga. At our core we all have a unique light that deserves to shine bright! Let’s practice together and light up the world!…(Or at least the Chippewa Valley) Jenna Pehlke ACE certified personal trainer, Human Movement specialist 26&2 hot yoga trained RYT-200 – May 2023 Integrated manual release therapist

AMY EILERS

Starting her yoga journey as a student in 2008, Amy’s practice has guided her through many seasons of her life. Now, as a mom of four and learning how to navigate an autoimmune disease, Amy’s respect for yoga as both exercise and medicine, carries through into her classes, as she encourages students to always explore and tune in to what their body needs both on and off the mat. Teaching yoga and other classes at a Fitness Center, Amy quickly grew to love the opportunity to guide others in their practice. Amy received her 200 hour yoga teacher training in 2024. In Amy’s classes you will grow in self love and acceptance, as well as build mobility and flexibility. You will also work on full body strength and deep core muscle work as you explore the capabilities of yourself through mind-body-breath connection.

BRIDGET O’CONNELL

As an avid exercise enthusiast, Bridget always understood the need for stretching and taking care of your physical body. After attending her first yoga class in 2002, she was hooked on the practice of yoga and the exercise and mental health benefits obtained by this series of movements and breathing. Bridget started teaching at a Fitness Center and shortly realized she wanted to obtain her Registered Yoga Teacher training certificate so she could ensure that what she was teaching was safe and effective for all patrons of her instruction. Bridget cannot deny her medical background and always incorporates anatomy and physiology into her instruction as she feels when people learn WHERE on the body the pose is targeted towards, the pose/movement often makes more sense. Bridget’s style of yoga is best described as Vinyasa but trickles in strength building and fitness elements to make sure you get the work out you came for. However, being a mother of three children and a medical professional she knows your time is valuable. Bridget encourages you to make each class YOUR own and what YOU need each time. Modifications are always given and encouraged. If you want to leave class feeling energized and stronger, she’s here for you. If you need the class to be a bit more restorative and/or “yin” you are encouraged to modify and adapt the routine to fit your needs for EVERY class.

KERRY SWOBODA

Kerry brings a grounding energy to the room and her classes, as she helps students to connect with their inner light, to let it shine with acceptance coming from within! Kerry leads with a fun, spunk in her classes, and in enjoys teaching a variety of yoga styles. She completed her 200hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2024 and has a strong passion for sharing yoga and it’s many aspects and benefits.

STACI KESTNER

Staci is a Certified Barre Yoga teacher from Latitude 44 Yoga Studio as of May 2022. Staci has been practicing Barre and Yoga for the past 6 years. Staci focuses on the foundations of Barre, encouraging mindfulness and pushing your body past your mind’s discomfort with a “YES YOU CAN,” attitude. Staci resides in Chippewa Falls with her family, loves spending time outdoors (boating, motorcycle riding, hiking), attending her son’s sporting events, traveling, chilling by a fire or on her front stoop with her hubby.

DARLA CROGG

Darla has been a fitness instructor for over 15 years teaching several different style classes such as High Intensity/Boot Camp, Step Aerobics, Strength, Spin & has also led Running Training Groups. She started her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2023 and enjoys yoga for all that it has to offer the mind, body and spirit! Her goal is to motivate class participants to feel empowered, strong, supported & included. For Darla, the community of people supporting and connecting with each other is what it’s all about. She enjoys getting to know her students on their wellness journey. Running is how her fitness journey began & this love led her to participate in countless half marathons & several marathons in several states, as far away as Arizona. The journey of the training for these races included a lot of mental & physical challenges that taught her a person’s mental commitment is critical. She says “you can talk yourself out or into anything” so let’s just do it. Yoga is a beautiful way to compliment all aspects of life and fitness.

CRYSTAL KOSAKOSKI

Crystal is a RYT 230 hr + health and fitness coach. She is a firm believer in practicing self-love and acceptance. Her classes will make you feel at home, not only on the mat, but in your body. By intentionally practicing together you will interlace breath and movement in your flows while feeling the energy and love she pours into you. As a reminder that you are enough, by just being you. Giving yourself permission to keep prioritizing self care over and over. Crystal helps you find the joy and acceptance in the journey, versus searching for a destination to find happiness. You will be encouraged to push your limits, which may be a physically challenging practice or giving yourself the gift to modify and rest even when a busy mind might be telling you, you can do more; its the Gemini in her. By simply walking into her class you have done all the work you need to do, Crystal will take the reins from there for a passionately ignited yoga practice rooted in finding the joy of living by simply showing up as you.

MICHELLE CEDARBLADE

Michelle’s mission is to make yoga accessible to everybody and every body. She loves helping those that come to her class find balance that they can bring into their life both on and off their mat. She completed both her RYT-200 hour training and Yoga Sculpt Training in Eau Claire, WI with additional training in pelvic floor, prenatal yoga, and yoga and trauma.

TERESA ADAMS

Teresa has been teaching yoga since 2011. She fell in love with yoga over 20 years ago and has been practicing since. What started as a curiosity and a way to balance out her then rigorous running routine, turned into lifelong passion, a calling, and a way of life.

She received her 200 yoga and meditation certificate in Rishikesh, India, and has picked up a 60-hour kids yoga certification, as well as a 20-hour trauma informed certification along the way. Teresa has gone on to complete her 500-hour certified instructor in 2024. Teresa leads international retreats, and has embarked on building yoga teacher trainings of her own as well.

Teresa’s teaching style is fun, friendly, and inspiring. She puts her all into each class with focused attention, energy, and dedication. Her favorite part of yoga is learning about the philosophy of yoga and sharing that wisdom with her students. She reminds students to look inward and that what we are seeking is already inside of us. In her classes you will feel welcome and comfortable no matter what your skill level or experience.

Teresa has studied art, yoga, and psychology. She loves collecting and trying healthy recipes, baking, spending time with her family, walking her dogs, and writing; she hopes to publish a book one day soon. She has an avid interest in astrology, herbal medicine, and other tools and subjects which can be used to heal and inspire her to live her best life. Teresa is also passionate about music and travel and has found herself in amazing adventures all over the world. Teresa has a unique perspective on yoga and the world and looks forward to guiding you through one of her classes.